What’s new in Open Shelf: March 2020

We’re trying something new this month: An online panel discussion on the need for the MLIS.

In addition to this foray into a new way to talk with each other, we also have a number of features that look at Finnish library programs, Indigenous-federal relations, being a new manager, and creative card-making for students, which is an InsideOCULA article. 

Plus, Readers’ advisory is back along with the latest installment of Wildcard*, a new grad’s journey in the job market.

• Librarians require an MLIS: True or false?
• Finnish public libraries integrate diverse services to support equity and inclusion
• Wildcard*: Solving the child care riddle
• Connecting students to seniors: channelling exam stress into creative card-making at U of T Libraries
• Readers’ advisory: “What are you reading?”
• Three pieces of advice for new managers
• Taking responsibility: An information-seeking journey to understanding Indigenous-federal relations

Finally, find out what Andrea Cecchetto (OLA president) and Shelagh Paterson (OLA executive director) think about our collective goals and priorities for 2020. And please take our poll: Along with our panellists, you can vote on whether librarians should have an MLIS or not!

Joke: For reading addicts