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Plan Now to Attend the John P. McGovern Keynote with Dr. Safiya Noble
By: Liz Kellermeyer, AHIP
Thu May 9, 2024
Mark your calendars and get ready for an engaging discussion as Dr. Safiya Noble takes the stage as the John P. McGovern Lecture keynote speaker at the MLA ’24 in Portland, Oregon on May 20, 2024!
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Plan Now to Attend the John P. McGovern Keynote with Dr. Safiya Noble
By: Liz Kellermeyer, AHIP
Thu May 9, 2024
Mark your calendars and get ready for an engaging discussion as Dr. Safiya Noble takes the stage as the John P. McGovern Lecture keynote speaker at the MLA ’24 in Portland, Oregon on May 20, 2024!
Blog link: Featured Articles
The Virtual Assistance Committee invites you to connect with other conference attendees (including those attending virtually) in Padlet!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
The Joseph Leiter NLM/MLA Lectureship was established in 1983 to foster intellectual collaboration between MLA and the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Don't miss Maia Hightower speak on AI in healthcare for this year's Leiter Lecture!
Blog link: Announcements
Meet the Panelists of the MLA ’24 AI Summit: Why AI? Transforming the Health Information Profession
By: Barry Grant
Thu May 2, 2024
Unlock the future of health information with Why AI? Summit! Meet our distinguished panelists and explore cutting-edge AI initiatives in healthcare.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
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Join us for Speed Dating Networking! Connect with colleagues, make new friends, and have engaging conversations. Don't miss out on this fun and interactive event!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
The 2023 Liberty Chapter quasquicentennial event was a great success, featuring engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a historical marker photo.
Blog link: Chapter Information
Tour the Historic Multnomah County Central Library in Portland, Oregon
By: Sola Whitehead, AHIP
Thu April 25, 2024
The Central Branch of Multnomah County Library is the shining pearl of the local public library system in Portland, Oregon for MLA '24!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
We appreciate all those who generously donated to MLA in the year 2023. Thank you for your invaluable support and for your continued efforts in championing the profession and the association.
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Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Building Culture and Community in a Hybrid Workforce: A World Café Conversation
By: Mark Berendsen
Thu April 25, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions. Meet Mark Berendsen.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Help shake things up this season and join us in creating a new Editorial Board for Hypothesis! We invite anyone dedicated to work in support of driving the future of the journal through guidance and outspokenness.
Blog link: Announcements
Help shake things up this season and join us in creating a new Editorial Board for Hypothesis! We invite anyone dedicated to work in support of driving the future of the journal through guidance and outspokenness.
Blog link: Announcements
Do you enjoy bringing your latest knitting, embroidery, or crocheting project to the annual conference? Mel Davies is here to share tips about great fiber arts stores and events that might interest you while in Portland at MLA ’24. We can't wait to see all of your projects in between sessions!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Getting Started with Collection Development: An Interactive Workshop on Selecting Resources for Your Library Community
By: Iris Kovar-Gough, AHIP
Thu April 18, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Research Training Institute (RTI) Virtual Poster Session
By: Susan Lessick, AHIP, FMLA
Thu April 18, 2024
Unlock the world of research at the Research Training Institute (RTI) session! Dive into fast-paced "ignite" talks by RTI participants showcasing projects.
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If you are a library or health information professional planning to attend MLA ’24, consider arriving a day early to attend the AI Summit: Why AI? Transforming the Health Information Profession.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Heading to Portland for MLA '24? Embark on an Oregon wine adventure that will thrill your inner sommelier.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Local Arrangements Committee is looking for volunteers for the annual conference in Portland, Oregon from May 18-21, 2024. We have volunteer opportunities for the Hospitality Booth and Career Center.
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You are invited to participate in the monthly Be Well Wednesday series! The Be Well MLA initiative promotes wellness and well-being among Medical Library Association members.
Blog link: Announcements
Meet the Instructors of MLA ’24 CE 400 - The Joy of Project Management! Managing All Projects, Large and Small
By: Barry Grant
Thu April 11, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the conference Continuing Education instructors and their courses. We continue the series this week with Janet Crum who, with Elisa Cortez, teaches The Joy of Project Management! Managing All Projects, Large and Small.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
To ensure the health and safety of all attendees of MLA ’24, please review the following guidelines for MLA ’24.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Data Equity: Exploring What It Is and Why It Matters
By: Mary Piorun, PhD, AHIP
Thu April 11, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with the presenters of Data Equity: Exploring What It Is and Why It Matters.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of AI, Machine Learning, and Collections: New Approaches and Tools for Description and Discovery
By: Iris Kovar-Gough, AHIP
Thu April 11, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with the moderator and presenters of AI, Machine Learning, and Collections.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Portland has a world class live music scene. As a halfway point along the west coast, many mainstream acts find enthusiastic audiences in Portland. Check out a show while you're at MLA '24.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Spring is here and Hypothesis is publishing its first issue of the year! We thank everyone involved for their dedication and hard work in support of publishing this timely research.
Blog link: Announcements
Looking for career support? You’ll find it at MLA ’24. Sign up today! The advance sign-up deadline is Friday, May 3, 2024.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Spring is here and Hypothesis is publishing its first issue of the year! We thank everyone involved for their dedication and hard work in support of publishing this timely research.
Blog link: Announcements
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the conference Continuing Education instructors and their courses. We continue the series this week with Susan Kendall (SK), who teach CE 201 - Collections Budgeting: It's More than Spreadsheets.
Registration is required and you do not
Registration is required and you do not
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA '24 Presenter of Inclusive Library Leadership: Empathy, Care, and Compassion as Leadership Strengths
By: Mark Berendsen
Thu April 4, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. We continue the series with Inclusive Library Leadership: Empathy, Care, and Compassion as Leadership Strengths.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
We're excited to announce the MLA '24 Brand Guidelines was awarded the silver MUSE Award for Corporate Identity-Brand Identity!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Announcing Faculty and Peer Coaches for 2024 Research Training Institute (RTI)
By: Mark MacEachern
Thu March 28, 2024
The Research Training Institute (RTI) team is pleased to announce the faculty and peer coaches for the 2024 RTI Online program.
Blog link: RTI News
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Data Partners: Fostering Librarian-Researcher Partnerships
By: Mary Piorun, PhD, AHIP
Thu March 28, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session. Meet some of the presenters of Data Partners: Fostering Librarian-Researcher Partnerships.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Collective Collecting and the Challenge of Preservation
By: Iris Kovar-Gough, AHIP
Thu March 28, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ‘24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Columbia River Gorge and Portland Waterfalls
By: Dolores Zegar Judkins, AHIP, FMLA
Thu March 28, 2024
Explore the stunning Columbia Gorge during your trip to MLA '24! Get Portland travel recommendations for an unforgettable conference adventure!
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Volunteering for an MLA committee and/or juries is one of the best ways to serve MLA, earn points toward membership in the Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP), and meet people. Volunteer today!
Blog link: Announcements
Meet the MLA ’24 Instructors of CE100 - Essential Searching Skills for Librarians on Systematic Review Teams
By: Barry Grant
Thu March 21, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the conference Continuing Education instructors and their courses.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Getting to Open: Everything You Need to Know about Crafting Open Access Agreements
By: Iris Kovar-Gough, AHIP
Thu March 21, 2024
In the weeks leading up to MLA ’24 in Portland, we’ll profile the experts leading each of the symposium sessions by sharing their answers to questions about themselves and their session.
Blog link: MLA '24 | Stronger Together
RTI Research Spotlight: Optimal Strategies for IPE Literature Searching
By: Rebecca Carlson, AHIP
Thu March 14, 2024
Interprofessional education (IPE) is a growing area of research and one where terms have changed over time. It can be difficult to find all the relevant IPE literature. Read on!
Blog link: RTI News
You are invited to participate in the monthly Be Well Wednesday series! The Be Well MLA initiative promotes wellness and well-being among Medical Library Association members.
Blog link: Announcements
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenter of Inside and Out: Supporting and Empowering Your Staff by Promoting their Achievements
Thu May 9, 2024
Meet the Panelists of the MLA ’24 AI Summit: Why AI? Transforming the Health Information Profession
Thu May 2, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Building Culture and Community in a Hybrid Workforce: A World Café Conversation
Thu April 25, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Data Instructors: Providing Data Literacy as Part of Information Literacy
Thu April 25, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Getting Started with Collection Development: An Interactive Workshop on Selecting Resources for Your Library Community
Thu April 18, 2024
Meet the Instructors of MLA ’24 CE 400 - The Joy of Project Management! Managing All Projects, Large and Small
Thu April 11, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Data Equity: Exploring What It Is and Why It Matters
Thu April 11, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of AI, Machine Learning, and Collections: New Approaches and Tools for Description and Discovery
Thu April 11, 2024
Meet the MLA '24 Presenter of Inclusive Library Leadership: Empathy, Care, and Compassion as Leadership Strengths
Thu April 4, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Data Partners: Fostering Librarian-Researcher Partnerships
Thu March 28, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Presenters of Collective Collecting and the Challenge of Preservation
Thu March 28, 2024
Meet the MLA ’24 Instructors of CE100 - Essential Searching Skills for Librarians on Systematic Review Teams
Fri March 22, 2024