With the average undergraduate university student paying $1,250 per year for textbooks and supplies, Oakland University's (OU) Kresge Library initiated a Reserves Textbook Pilot Program to help alleviate textbook costs. The library spent $4,100 to purchase twenty-seven textbooks for many of the general education courses with the highest enrollments. The collection has received high use and much praise from the students. The textbook initiative is one way OU Libraries contributes to student success on campus. Presenter: Marlene Edge, Oakland University Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Collections, Course Reserves
The Park Library at Central Michigan University contributes to the sustainability and growth of art and culture through its acquisition, exhibition, and promotion of fine art. In addition to learning about the library environment where art is showcased, this presentation will also discuss art-related outreach efforts and how the art collection at Park Library is built, maintained, promoted, and serves curriculum. Art advocacy initiatives at other Michigan academic libraries will also be discussed. Presenters: Laura Thompson, Central Michigan University Janet Danek, Central Michigan University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Collections, Outreach
We live in a moment where uncertainty has been weaponized to throw many things, from science to politics to history, into doubt. In this environment, the checklist model for evaluating information is inadequate. Using examples from first year writing and medical education, we will suggest alternative activities, lessons, and ideas. Our goal is to create sustainable intellectual practices around source evaluation that will serve students as they switch between academic, professional and personal contexts. Presenters: Emilia Marcyk, Michigan State University Chana Kraus-Friedberg, Michigan State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Critical Librarianship, Instruction & Information Literacy
Bridging the Gap and Easing the Journey: Sustaining Students' Information Literacy Journeys from High School to College.
Academic librarians need to understand where students have been so we can ease the journey from high school research to college information literacy expectations. We will provide background information about teaching library and research skills and concepts in Michigan high schools. By considering a sample of state-approved, freely available, widely used 11th grade research writing assignments alongside college-level information literacy materials (national and local), we will lead a discussion about where the gaps lie. Presenters: Elizabeth Measell, Grand Valley State University Hazel McClure, Grand Valley State University Session Type: Facilitated Discussion Topic Tags: Education & Curriculum, Instruction & Information Literacy
Vibrant and sustainable learner spaces don't just happen on their own. User-centered space planning catalyzes designs that keep bringing users back through the doors. This presentation outlines space assessment approaches used at Michigan State University and the University of Michigan that can be used simultaneously or as needed. You will leave this presentation ready to implement new techniques whether you are in a stage of incremental space improvement, or embarking on a full-scale redesign. Presenters: Joshua Sanchez, Michigan State University Denise Leyton, University of Michigan Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Assessment & Evaluation, User Experience
Extending the Library Community: Building a Pathway to College through Collaborative Instruction & Mentoring
This presentation describes a collaboration of academic librarians, academic support services employees, and university students to teach critical information literacy skills and cultivate a college-going culture among high school students from historically underrepresented populations. It details the benefits to all participants in the collaboration, including faculty, university students, student support staff, and high school students. Attendees will learn about how the project was conceived, designed, staffed, and incorporated into an instruction librarian workload. Presenters: Gayle Schaub, Grand Valley State University Lindy Scripps-Hoekstra, Grand Valley State University Emily Sartorius, Grand Valley State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Instruction & Information Literacy, Outreach
This presentation will share results of a study conducted at an academic library of a comprehensive public metropolitan university in northwest Ohio. An 18-item survey with closed and open-ended questions was distributed to students to gather information about usage and perceptions of reference services. Key quantitative and qualitative findings from 235 completed surveys revealed information about students' attitudes toward librarians; usage patterns of reference services; and perceived barriers and facilitators to asking librarians for help. Presenters: Jodi Jameson, University of Toledo Gerald Natal, University of Toledo John Napp, University of Toledo Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Instruction & Information Literacy, Research Services or Reference
Imagining the Infinite: Having Powerful Conversations Through Appreciative Inquiry
Framing conversation through an appreciative inquiry frame enables leaders to focus on what to grow, not what is broken. It creates human connections, defines an ideal coherent response, and allow the very act of asking questions to set the change in motion. It shifts the focus from a constellation of problems to overcome to an infinite capacity for imagination and possibility. Presenters: Annie Belanger, Grand Valley State University Jon E. Cawthorne, Wayne State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Leadership, Mid-Level Leadership
Join us to learn how the Lean philosophy of quality and continuous improvement has been successfully applied in our library. We will cover several Lean initiatives that have assisted our staff in standardizing complex processes and have ensured sustainability. These initiatives focused on the university's institutional repository, library communications processes and library events management. Attendees will learn about the benefits of Lean and leave with next steps for starting their own Lean journey. Presenters:Laurie Stark, Michigan Technological University Annelise Doll, Michigan Technological University Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Lean & Continuous Improvement, Sustainability
In a 'post-truth' society how do we sustain an informed citizenry, the underpinning of our democracy? What news is 'fake' and which facts are 'alternative'? Crucially, how do we educate students to evaluate the information they encounter in a variety of contexts and disciplines? How can librarians take the lead in teaching that 'authority is constructed and contextual'? This session offers some ideas culled from outreach and contact opportunities around campus during the last year. Presenter: Debbie Morrow, Grand Valley State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Instruction & Information Literacy, Outreach
Library analytics offers us another method to further engage in assessing our impact on learning. At the University of Michigan, we scoped an experiment around existing data from the library instruction request system and the University data warehouse. What we learned has direct implications for our program planning (demographics, sequencing, curriculum development), resource allocation, and delivery of library instruction. This session will provide an overview of our experiment, the challenges, our methodology, and highlight results Presenters: Doreen Bradley, University of Michigan Laurie Alexander, University of Michigan Theresa Stanko University of Michigan Meghan Oster, University of Michigan Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Assessment & Evaluation, Instruction & Information Literacy
Longevity in Project Management: A Case Study at Ferris State University
As libraries take on larger, more complicated projects, identifying and implementing project management methodologies that fit into a library's culture becomes paramount. In this session, librarians at Ferris State University will discuss how they have blended project management methods to overhaul their web presence, how they plan to use these methods for future projects, and how teaching these skills to colleagues has changed the conversation in the library. Presenters:Sela Constan-Wahl, Ferris State University Gary Maixner, Ferris State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Leadership, Web Development & Design
The Virtual Motor City collection consists of digitized photographs from the Detroit News archives. This presentation will discuss an ongoing project to: 1) identify, geolocate, and describe photographs in the collection, and 2) create a digital map of those photographs. Many of the tools I used are freely available, and all others were available through my institution's collection. Presenter:Clayton Hayes, Wayne State University Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Collections, Web Development & Design
The researchers visited each high school library in one county in the Appalachian Ohio region. The researchers explored the physical space, resources, and experiences available to high school students through semi-structured interviews with the teacher librarians at each location. The presentation identifies opportunities to bridge the gap between the K12 and post-secondary environment to help sustain student success. Presenters: Katy Mathuews, Ohio University Zachary Lewis, Shawnee State University Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Education & Curriculum, Outreach
Planting the seeds of sustainability
The Washtenaw Community College Sustainability Council and Bailey Library have collaborated to establish a Seed Library where students, staff, and the community can start their own garden, learn about seed sowing, and protect open-pollinated and unique seed varieties. The Seed Library has become a place to educate the community about gardening, seed stewardship, and healthy eating. This presentation will focus on the steps taken to start a seed library, usage patterns, lessons learned, and collaborations. Presenter: Sandra McCarthy, Washtenaw Community College Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Outreach, Resource Sharing
Click the title for the presentation. Click here for the additional handouts. Whether visible or not, every campus has its share of LGBTQ+ patrons and possibly staff. Come learn what each of these letters mean, as well as ways to make your library welcoming, responsive and empowering for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, staff and other campus stakeholders. Presenter will discuss collection development, outreach & liaison work, programming, and other methods of support. Presenters: Angie Kelleher, Alma College Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Critical Librarianship, Outreach
Western Michigan University Libraries migrated to the cloud in 2015 with a new integrated library system (ILS) and discovery layer. In 2016, the Libraries began discussing a complete reorganization. This presentation will outline the changes that occurred in WMU's Technical Services Department as a result of the ILS migration and new overall organizational structure in the Libraries, and how technical services faculty and staff have adapted and seized the opportunity to reinvent the department. Presenters: Geri Rinna, Western Michigan University Marianne Swierenga, Western Michigan University Emily Gross, Western Michigan University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Technical Services, Reorganization
In this session, the librarians at SVSU will review and provide specific examples of how we have developed, grown and sustained an embedded online course support librarian program. We will discuss our best practices, marketing, collaboration with faculty members, and the outcomes it has had in our relationships with students. We will also discuss the measurable results we have seen and provide practical techniques for a successful, sustainable embedded online course support librarian program. Presenters: Michelle Strasz, Saginaw Valley State University Matthew Buckley, Saginaw Valley State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Distance or Online Learning, Research Services or Reference
Sponsored by the MiALA Fine Arts Interest Group, this panel will engage with issues of sustainability as informed by an arts-focused perspective. Individual panelists will present case studies from music collection development, an interdisciplinary information literacy assignment anchored in the music department, and an embedded qualitative research project with choreographers in order to discuss how the arts can inform a more diverse understanding of sustainability in academic libraries. Presenters: Jessica Hronchek, Hope College Grace Haynes, Michigan State University Kathy DeMey, Calvin College Session Type: Panel Presentation Topic Tag: Arts
Click the title for the slides. Click here for additional handouts. Developing an environmentally sustainable library initiative is in many ways similar to creating an entrepreneurial startup project. As such, entrepreneurship mental mapping tools are also effective project planning aids. In this hands-on workshop, attendees will be able to build a custom plan to implement an initiative in library sustainability using a modified Business Model Canvas as a project management tool. Presenters: Eric Tans, Michigan State University Sarah Klimek, Michigan State University Terence O'Neill, Michigan State University Session Type: Workshop Topic Tag: Sustainability
In disciplinary information literacy, the framework often feels like an unsustainable model, particularly during the one-shot. This presentation will cover the practical implications of introducing active learning into the disciplinary information literacy one-shot. In particular, the presentation will discuss ways that specific frames can be leveraged with a jigsaw instruction method while still covering the number of databases and techniques necessary for an upper level undergraduate course. Presenter: Carin Graves, Michigan State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tag: Instruction & Information Literacy
In this presentation, hear how librarians at SVSU incorporated sustainable assessment into a redesign of our one-shot instruction sessions for our first-year writing courses. We will discuss our learning outcomes, how each outcome was assessed and changes we made based on evidence collected. We will also discuss how we communicated impact to the First Year Writing Program Coordinator and provide practical tips on how to create a sustainable assessment program at your library. Presenters: Ashley Blinstrub, Saginaw Valley State University Catherine Curtis, Saginaw Valley State University Kathleen Kroll, Saginaw Valley State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Assessment & Evaluation, Instruction & Information Literacy
Click the title for the slides. Click here for additional handouts. Tasked with cataloging, processing, and organizing the 4000+ book collection that supports the students of the Calvin Prison Initiative program, the Hekman Library looked for a long-term solution. Employing good cataloging and project management principles, we used several strategies to meet our goals. This presentation will look at this project as an example of sustainability in action and the presenter will share the challenges and opportunities encountered along the way. Presenter: Francene Lewis, Calvin College Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Cataloging & Metadata, Collections
Many academic librarians work with writing faculty, but how can we develop these partnerships into a broader and deeper range of collaborations? How can we partner with writing faculty to sustain our shared work, meet common challenges, and draw on shared goals? This panel will explore deep collaborations with writing faculty in three areas: designing cross-departmental programs and assessment; developing classroom pedagogy, materials, and assignments; and pursuing cross-disciplinary research and scholarship. Presenters: Sarah Kolk, Calvin College Hazel McClure, Grand Valley State University Beth Wallis, Oakland University Session Type: Panel Presentation Topic Tags: Assessment & Evaluation, Instruction & Information Literacy
Looking for a creative collaborative faculty-librarian assignment? Tap into student passions with a persuasive paper about changes they want on campus! Required: scholarly sources and historical campus background. Two English faculty, the University Archivist, and an Instruction Librarian will discuss how student energy, research, and archival materials create an assignment that really works. Each presenter adds a unique slant to this hands-on process. Suggest this contemporary twist on a classic assignment to your own faculty. Presenters: Kristy Motz, Ferris State University Melinda Isler, Ferris State University Sarah Rescoe, Ferris State University Melissa Smith, Ferris State University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Instruction & Information Literacy, Faculty-Librarian Collaboration
Managing the duties of an academic liaison librarian can be a challenge especially when the liaison departments have high student enrollments. Two librarians from separate comprehensive Michigan universities assigned to the schools of Health Sciences and Nursing, representing ~4,000 students per semester, will present a myriad of strategies used to provide instruction and research support both in-person and online, including student perceptions of the various methods and tips for busy librarians to remain sane. Presenters: Julia E. Rodriguez, Oakland University Elizabeth Bucciarelli, Eastern Michigan University Session Type: Full Presentation Topic Tags: Distance or Online Learning, Instruction & Information Literacy
Welcoming Student Input: Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Communication Through Student Advisory Boards
Library Student Advisory Boards offer a platform for students to share their thoughts, ideas, and concerns about the library. While student advisory boards serve a similar purpose, each institution implements them a little differently. Jessica Shuck of Cornerstone University and Brenna Wade of Hillsdale College will share how their institutions have implemented their own types of student advisory boards, as well as the lessons that they have learned throughout the process. Presenters: Brenna Wade, Hillsdale College Jessica Shuck, Cornerstone University Session Type: Panel Presentation Topic Tags: Outreach, User Experience
"Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?": OER and Sustainability through Community
Community colleges are working together with Michigan Colleges Online (MCO) to build a shared OER network and community of practice. MCO has provided funding and leadership for a grant program and an annual OER summit which has given community colleges a boost towards OER adoption and creation. Panel members will speak about how this cooperative effort is helping sustain and expand OER adoption on their campuses. Presenters: Tina Ulrich, Northwestern Michigan College Michele Pratt, Delta College Regina Gong, Lansing Community College Kendra Lake, St. Clair County Community College Ronda Edwards, Michigan Colleges Online Session Type: Panel Presentation Topic Tags: Leadership, Open Educational Resources
After hearing stories of minority and international students feeling insecure about their physical safety and their place in the university in this time of political and social divisiveness, the Libraries created a sticky note Welcome Board to help sustain our community's cohesion. Patrons communicated through anonymous messages of concern, hope, and encouragement. This session will describe this project, the overwhelmingly positive response from library patrons, and other ways libraries can sustain their diverse communities. Presenters: Dianna Sachs, Western Michigan University Carrie Leatherman, Western Michigan University Session Type: Mini-Presentation Topic Tags: Critical Librarianship, Outreach