ALCTS is thrilled to announce that Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is moving forward, thanks to our members. The three existing divisions’ members all voted to approve the bylaws change that will unite ALCTS, LITA, and
Continue readingThe Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), seeks to appoint an editor for its journal Library Resources & Technical Services (LRTS). Appointment of a successful candidate will
Continue readingNext week I move on to a new chapter in my career as assistant chief of technology, content, and innovation at the Chicago Public Library. I plan to continue my ALA and ALCTS membership, and I expect to work alongside you again in the future as a colleague and friend. Members are the heart and brain of any association, and as executive director I have found ALCTS members to be dedicated, passionate, and generous with their time and expertise. You are simply the best.
Continue readingThe ALCTS Board of Directors has endorsed the “Core Competencies for Acquisitions Professionals” ourlining competencies that are needed across the span of an individual’s professional career to perform acquisitions functions. The intended audience for these competencies include students and new practitioners as well as managers and administrators who specialize or manage acquisitions functions in any library setting.
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