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U of Buffalo November Symposium - Research Data

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Research data: Management, access and control
a symposium sponsored by the University at Buffalo Libraries

Date: Monday, 14 November
Time: 9:00-4:00
Location: Center for Tomorrow, University at Buffalo

Featured speakers include:
Dr. Francine Berman, Rensselear Polytechnic Institute
"Got Data? The Role of Digital Information in Shaping 21st Century Research"

Dr. Barry Smith, SUNY Distinguished Professor, University at Buffalo
"Ontologies: What Librarians Need to Know"

Ms. Lisa Johnston, University of Minnesota Libraries
"The Libraries' Role in Research Data Management: A Case Study from the University of Minnesota"

Registration will open in early October.

Schedule for eBooks and Libraries: Success All Around

eBooks and Libraries: Success All Around

Date: Friday, 14 October 2011
Location: Inn Complete, Syracuse, NY
Time: 9:00am-3:30pm

Registration closes Friday, 7 October

Discover the opportunities and challenges ebooks present to all types of libraries. Presenters from academic, public, medical libraries as well as an attorney will share their insight on staff training, technological challenges, collection development and digital copyright issues as they relate to ebooks.

8:30-9:00	Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00-9:15	Business Meeting
9:15-9:45	Networking Ice Breaker
9:45-10:45	eBooks and the public library: The promise & the threat Julia Schult, Baldwinsville Public Library The development of ebooks in the last decade, why they are suddenly on everyone's radar, and how public libraries have changed forever during 2011.
10:45-11:00	Break
11:00-12:00	Are libraries getting zapped by electronic reserves? The effect of old copyright laws on new technologies Philip Frankel, Esq., Bond Schoeneck & King Explore current copyright issues of interest to research universities and libraries.   Mr. Frankel will provide an overview of copyright law, specifically the doctrines of fair use and first sale and how these provisions of the Copyright Act impact library services in the electronic realm.  Discussion will be focused on the recent Georgia State University case challenging the use of electronic reserves by Georgia State, and the possible implications of this lawsuit on the widespread use of online reading rooms by academic libraries and university faculty as well as a discussion of new technologies that present novel copyright concerns.
12:00-1:00	Lunch
1:00-1:30	Leave the driving to them: Patron-driven acquisition of ebooks Kate Cunningham-Hendrix & Charles Lyons, University of Buffalo The landscape of eBook access models, content choices and platforms are changing with exponential speed. At the same time, library budgets continue to decrease. How can we keep up with this rapid change, make fiscally sound decisions and provide our users with what they need? The University at Buffalo Libraries have been exploring patron-driven acquisition (PDA) of eBooks as a way to address some of these issues amidst other experimental content and access models.
1:30-2:00	Consortial and ILL issues resulting from ebook adoption Mike Poulin, Colgate University Mike Poulin will present on the opportunities and challenges for small academic libraries in implementing eBooks. These resources expand the offerings to our users but also create difficulties in presenting them to our users in an organized manner. Additionally, they are impacting our ability to share materials between libraries. A ConnectNY pilot project in shared eBook acquisition will be discussed and its implications on interlibrary loan of materials.
2:00-2:15	Break
2:15-3:30	Ebooks in academic, medical, and public libraries Charles Lyons, Mike Poulin, Julia Schult, and Virginia Young eBooks from the perspective of medical, academic, and public librarians. This interactive panel will share their ebook stories and answer your questions. Feel free to submit your ebook questions in person or via the registration form.

Register online today!

 

For more directions, speaker bios, and student shadow instructions see the event's full description.

2011 UNYSLA Student Merit Award

The UNYSLA Student Merit Award provides a $100 each year to an LIS student who is active in SLA or their student group. Nominations for the award will be accepted until September 20th.

More information and nomination form

 

Purpose of the Award:   The UNYSLA Student Merit Award seeks to recognize and reward the active participation of student SLA members through their involvement in their Student Group activities.

Eligibility for Nominations:  Any chapter member may nominate a student for the Merit Award.

Eligibility to receive the award:  Any SLA member who is also enrolled in a masters or PhD level library or information studies program.

Award criteria:  Award criteria may include one or more of the following:

• increased SLA student memberships
• expanded professional development opportunities both formal and informal; 
• raised the profile of the SLA Student Group in their own school; on their own campus; or in the professional community; 
• brought educators and practicing special librarians together; 
• increased or enhanced the profile of special librarianship and/or the SLA within their academic or broader community.

Nominations will be ranked based upon clearly stated and documented quantitative and qualitative evidence. Be sure to clearly state the category of nomination and address the award criteria listed above.
 
Examples of demonstrated achievement include:

• Membership promotions
• Website development 
• Discussion list management
• Internships 
• Mentoring programs 
• Publications
• Chapter/Division or Association-level involvement 
• University or School committee leadership

Ask the Copyright Experts - 2011 Fall Webinar

Ask the Copyright Experts - Fall Update
Date: 14 September 2011
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Price: No Charge for SLA Members

Presenters: Adam Ayer (LicenseLogic), Frederic Haber (Copyright Clearance Center), Lesley Ellen Harris (Copyrightlaws.com), and Keith Kupferschmid (SIIA)

This interactive session will explore recent developments in the copyright and licensing arena. The presentations and panel discussions always prove to be interesting and informative. Bring your questions!

Who Should Attend: Information professionals around the world who oversee the use and sharing of content (regardless of format) in highly collaborative business environments.

Find out more at SLA.org and look in Click University for upcoming webinars.

Have you voted SLA elections yet?

Voting is open!  SLA members vote for the President-Elect, Chapter Cabinet Chair-Elect, Division Cabinet Chair-Elect, and Directors.  Find out more about the candidates on the SLA website.

Save the Date! E-books and Libraries: Success All Around

E-books and Libraries: Success All Around
Date: October 14, 2011
Location: Inn Complete, Syracuse

 

We have a great set of speakers ranging from public and academic librarians to an attorney discussing e-books and the opportunities and challenges they present to all types of libraries. You will gain insight on staff training, technology challenges, collection development and digital copyright issues as they relate to e-books.

This exciting event will be held at the Inn Complete, Syracuse University’s own hidden treasure on the South Campus.  No need to worry about parking – there is plenty and it’s free.

Plan to attend the conference on October 14th.  Registration and detailed program information will be available soon.

See you at the Inn Complete!

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