Libraries upholding privacy values: Lynda.com and LinkedIn Learning Migration
The migration of Lynda.com to LinkedIn Learning involves a sign in that breaches public libraries' attempts to protect patron information.
Happy retirement! Reflections on public policy and equity in the workplace
Recent proposed amendments to existing legislation could open the door to mandatory retirement for academic staff. What are the pros and cons for librarians?
Genealogy 101: So you’re a genealogy librarian. Now what?
I used to feel frustrated when assisting patrons with their genealogical queries, partly because I lacked adequate training. But this subject can be mastered with formal and informal training.
I wasn’t sure how lightning worked, then it struck me: reflections from the OCULA Student Council Representative
Nicole Doro writes about winning the 2019 OCULA Lightning Strikes competition, serving on OCULA Council, and the professional opportunities and growth that have followed.
Max FineDay
Max FineDay is a nêhiyaw napew from the Sweetgrass First Nation in Saskatchewan, Treaty 6 Territory. He is currently serving as Executive Director of…
Laura Warner
Laura Warner, MLIS, MPA, is the Director of Corporate Services and Facilities at Saskatoon Public Library. After graduating from Dalhousie University, she built her…
Gouthami Vigneswaran
Gouthami Vigneswaran is the Emerging Technologies & Liaison Librarian at Sheridan College, with a background working in a variety of educational institutions and levels.…
Merridee Bujaki
Merridee Bujaki is a Full Professor of Accounting at the Sprott School of Business, Carleton University. She has an undergraduate degree in psychology, an…
Peter Hajnal
Peter Hajnal is a Fellow of Senior College and Research Associate, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto. He has…
Nicole Doro
Nicole Doro is a Teaching and Learning Librarian at McMaster University Library. She holds a Hon. BA in Cognitive Linguistics and English and a…
Not your traditional volunteers: The UTM Library Ambassador Program
Donna Liu shares the success of the UTM Library's student volunteer program, which pairs experiential learning with wellness to create a truly unique campus program.
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