Member Community: AS Publications Committee

ANMIG Interviews AS Publications Committee Chair Mary Gilbertson

ALA Midwinter Meeting, Conference News

Whether you are a library school student or new library professional, navigating the ALCTS committee-scape can be overwhelming. Attending ALCTS 101 is an excellent way to meet people and learn about opportunities within ALCTS, but not everyone can attend. To illustrate what committee work entails and how you can get involved, Sarah Cruz and Kumiko Reichert of the ALCTS New Members Interest Group (ANMIG for short) talked with committee leaders from each ALCTS section and asked them to tell us first-hand about their roles. Their interview with Mary Gilbertson, chair of the ALCTS Acquisition Section (AS) Publications Committee, is the second of six leading up to the 2019 ALA Midwinter Meeting.

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New ALCTS Monograph Offers Guidance on Streaming Video Acquisitions

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Streaming video at academic libraries is here to stay. In fact, a recent study shows about two-thirds of students use video as part of their academic study and three-quarters use it to supplement their reading. But as many libraries already know, video licensing can break your budget. Serving the needs of both students and faculty requires a balanced, strategic approach. “Guide to Streaming Video Acquisitions,” published by ALA Editions and edited by Eric Hartnett, offers guidance on how to meet your institution’s streaming video needs.

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