By Sarah Shujah Change is inevitable, and in the same way, my term as President has come to an end. I am confident that…
By Sarah Shujah The fall term brings with it new beginnings. At OCULA, we will be examining our own activities, initiatives, and projects and…
By Kevin Manuel and Ewan Matthews The movement for the recognition of LGBTQ+ equal rights has many stories to tell and these can be…
On June 8, 2017, Centennial College hosted the Heads of Libraries and Learning Resources (HLLR) OER Libraries Day. The event was sponsored by HLLR,…
One of the fun and informative OLA staff activities we hold annually is showcasing one of our accomplishments to each other in response to…
Advocacy for academic libraries is becoming increasingly necessary in today’s world—we need to tout (or is it toot?) our own horns and make ourselves…
Being heard. Changing minds. Having an impact. We know libraries change lives but that message needs constant attention. That’s why we need a strong…
Value, influence, positioning. These three words framed the discussion at the OLA Advocacy Committee’s VIP Summit last February, and characterize OLA’s strategic approach to…