Good Morning RIG,
As mentioned in our last general meeting, the RIG Convener Team is now accepting nominations for our Incoming Convener!
This is a three-year position which includes: assuming the roles of Incoming Convener (2026-27), Convener (2027-28), then Outgoing Convener (2028-29). In the first year, you would be working with the next Convener, Natalia, and with Courtney as Outgoing Convener. This role does require that you maintain an ACRL membership for all three years.
RIG Leadership Team Responsibilities
Joining the leadership team would be a 3 year commitment, which includes: assuming the roles of Incoming Convener, Convener (, then Outgoing Convener. In the first year, you would be working with Natalia (Convener) and Courtney (Outgoing Convener). The time commitment as Incoming Convener would average 1-2 hours per month. Your primary responsibility is to observe and learn on the job. As Convener, the time commitment would average 3-4 hours per month and as Outgoing Convener an average of 1-2 hours per month. Involvement is entirely virtual; attending official ALA/ACRL conferences is not required, as RIG hosts meetings and events virtually to maximize participation for current residents and fellows.
Specific Duties
The leadership team mainly does administrative tasks for RIG like:
- Scheduling and hosting the general meetings
- Keeping a roster of members
- Meeting with residents interested in volunteering
- Connecting volunteers with their teams
- Attending team meetings as requested
- Filling out reports for ACRL.
- Representing RIG during events or professional development opportunities
- Other things that come up like coordinating the RIG Survey
Becoming a member of the RIG Convener team is a great national service and leadership opportunity that will look good to prospective institutions on your resume/CV. It is also an opportunity to connect with and hear from residents/fellows across the country.
Please consider submitting your nomination by April 30th. We strongly encourage nominations from current residents.
If you have any questions or concerns or want to chat about this opportunity, please let us know. We're more than willing to chat with you one-on-one or answer specific questions. Thanks for considering.
Sincerely,
The RIG Convener Team
Natalia Umaña, Incoming Convener
Courtney Shareef, Convener
Beatrice Downey, Outgoing Convener
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Beatrice Downey
Libraries Fellow
NC State University
She/Her/Hers
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