Sahar Kasiri-Motlagh
Sahar Kasiri-Motlagh is an Access/Information Services Specialist at the University of Toronto whose research interests revolve around the ever-changing needs of all library users.…
Rochelle David
Rochelle David is a Toronto Academic Library Intern (TALint) at the University of Toronto Engineering and Computer Science Library and a Graduate Student Library…
Parallel paths: How my experience in association work contributed to my career growth
I can't emphasize enough how association work can enhance your career development and personal enjoyment of the field.
Shelby Thaysen
Shelby Thaysen (she/her) is OCULA Vice President/ President-Elect (2025) and a member of the OLA Board of Directors (2025). Shelby is a Scholarly Publishing…
Eva McDonald
Eva McDonald is the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian at Centennial College. She can be reached at emcdonald@centennialcollege.ca.
Advancing your career: advice for new MLIS graduates
Unlock career success as a new MLIS graduate with tips on building in-person connections, honing key skills, and seizing opportunities for growth and advancement.
Maria Ruiz
Maria Ruiz is the Editor-In- Chief for InsideOCULA and a Reference and Instruction Librarian at the University of Toronto Mississauga Library. She completed her…
Amanda Achacon
Amanda Achacon (she/her) is a Digital Editor for insideOCULA and a library technician at Seneca Polytechnic. You can contact Amanda at amanda.achacon@senecapolytechnic.ca. …
Lisl Schoner-Saunders
Lisl Schoner-Saunders is an Academic Librarian at Algoma University. She wears many hats in her position, but specializes in collections and reference services. You…
OCULA President’s Message – Fall 2024
Matt Rohweder introduces himself as the 2024 OCULA President and outlines his priorities for this year, as well as what OCULA has accomplished, and keeps working towards.
Connecting With Community Through Stem Events
Queen’s Education Library connected with over 5000 people from the community through the 2024 solar eclipse viewing and the Science Rendezvous Kingston event, showcasing STEM activities, resources, and sensory-friendly zones.
Have you heard? Spreading the word about Misinformation March
Generative AI have sparked debates in higher education, especially after ChatGPT’s release in November 2022. However, an often-overlooked aspect is the emotional weight LIS professionals have noticed about this emergent technology.
OCUL Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Program Kicks Off
The Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL) Task Force on Machine Learning and AI has released both an interim and final report outlining strategies for integrating AI technologies.