Attending the 2025 Association of Tribal Archives, Libraries, and Museums (ATALM) Conference in the homelands of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians was a deeply enriching experience, combining professional learning, cultural connection, and a strong sense of place. Set against the Smoky Mountains at the height of fall, with mist rising over ridgelines and vibrant… READ MORE
Category: Learning Opportunities
Academic Library Staff Lunch and Learn: Strategies for Managing a Changing Government Information Landscape
Libraries have long relied on trustworthy, free information available online from federal government agencies, including from the NIH, NLM, CDC, NSF, and others. As that landscape changes, libraries are looking for other sources of reliable and accessible information to share with students, faculty, and community patrons. Join other academic library staff on Wednesday, December 10th… READ MORE
WiLS at the WLA 2025 Annual Conference
At the conference, you will also find WiLS staff facilitating and presenting these sessions in collaboration with members. We’d love to see you among the attendees! Notable Reports Panel: Recent Library Trends, Data, and Discoveries Wednesday, October 29th at 11:00 am CT in Salon D Join WiLSians Sara Gold and Andi Coffin as they facilitate this… READ MORE
WiLSWorld Shorts: The People Are The Power
For more than seven years, the WiLS Staff Development Group has been working one-on-one with staff and in coordination with one another for the sole purpose of making sure WiLS employees know they are valued. While some of our projects have been larger scale endeavors, like incorporating a flexible-hour work week or expanding employment benefits,… READ MORE
Discounted Internet Librarian Connect 2025 Registration for WiLS Members
Membership has its benefits! WiLS members receive discounted registration for the Internet Librarian Connect Conference, being held virtually on October 28-30. The agenda is packed full of workshops and presentations on AI, leadership, engagement, and discovery. Use code 25WILS to receive your $100 discount when you register to attend. Let us know at information@wils.org if you… READ MORE