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Online Discussion Forum May 2022 Topic: BIPOC Recruitment and Retention

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 15, 2022 04:28 PM
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Hi everyone, I've decided to repost this. I would really like to hear your thoughts on this topic. See the original message below. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ...

Online Discussion Forum May 2022 Topic: BIPOC Recruitment and Retention

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 03, 2022 12:26 AM
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Hi everyone, I hope that you are all doing well. I'm back with another great topic from the Online Discussion Forum Committee! This month's topic is centered on BIPOC Recruitment and Retention. Last year, I interviewed Nancy Kirkpatrick, Executive Director and CEO of OhioNet for the Spectrum ...

Social Responsibilities Round Table (SRRT) Newsletter June Issue: Call for Submissions

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 01, 2022 09:09 PM
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Hi all! The SRRT Newsletter is always looking for good articles, essays, and letters to the editor. The next submission deadline is May 30, 2022.     Theme: Poverty and Homelessness     The theme for the June 2022 issue of the SRRT newsletter is poverty and homelessness. What would you like to ...

Social Responsibilities Round Table (SRRT) Newsletter June Issue: Call for Submissions

Hi all! The SRRT Newsletter is always looking for good articles, essays, and letters to the editor. The next submission deadline is May 30, 2022.     Theme: Poverty and Homelessness     The theme for the June 2022 issue of the SRRT newsletter is poverty and homelessness. What would you like to ...

RE: Online Discussion Forum January 2022 Topic: Networking

Posted By Doreen Dixon Jan 17, 2022 09:39 PM
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Hi everyone, Thank you so much for joining the conversation! I really enjoyed reading your responses and suggestions.  You're absolutely right! It's best to reframe the idea of "networking" from a transactional approach to one that is relational. Focusing more on genuinely connecting with others ...

RE: Online Discussion Forum January 2022 Topic: Networking

Posted By Doreen Dixon Jan 03, 2022 08:53 PM
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Hi Adam, I've only posted my questions (to large groups) on the ALA connect platform. As a grad student this is the platform that I chose to ask all my questions and found that people were extremely welcoming and willing to share information. It was extremely difficult for me to do at first but I was ...

RE: Online Discussion Forum January 2022 Topic: Networking

Posted By Doreen Dixon Jan 03, 2022 07:49 PM
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Hi Allen, I'm glad that I was able to help! I can't say whether or not there is a "best" major for preparing for an MLIS degree. My undergraduate degree was in graphic design, and while in grad school there were others in the program with various undergrad degrees. I suggest that you try to connect ...

Online Discussion Forum January 2022 Topic: Networking

Posted By Doreen Dixon Jan 01, 2022 08:35 PM
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Happy new year everyone! Now that 2021 is behind us, let's kickstart 2022 with this month's Networking topic. What does networking look like for you? How do you network? Do you find it difficult or do you find it easy to do? What are you looking to achieve by networking? Do you have any networking tips? ...

RE: Online Discussion Forum December 2021 Topic: Imposter Syndrome

Posted By Doreen Dixon Dec 09, 2021 09:06 AM
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Why do we experience imposter syndrome? What's the root of this negative thought process? Is it family-related, society related or both? Personally, I've tried to identify a possible source but it's hard to do so. ------------------------------ Best, Doreen Dixon She/Her/Hers ---------- ...

RE: Online Discussion Forum December 2021 Topic: Imposter Syndrome

Posted By Doreen Dixon Dec 06, 2021 09:26 PM
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Hi everyone, I'm so happy that this topic is being discussed. I tend to feel like an imposter especially whenever I'm in a new position. Some days are worse than others but like Adam I try to drown out that negative thought with a reminder of the fact that I'm capable and that my achievements are proof.  ...

September SRRT Newsletter Now Published

Posted By Doreen Dixon Sep 23, 2021 04:38 PM
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Hi everyone, We are happy to announce that the September issue of the SRRT Newsletter is now available. You can view the current issue here: https://www.ala.org/rt/srrt/srrt-newsletter ------------------------------ Best, Doreen Dixon Hempstead Public Library New York SRRT Newsletter Co-Editor ...

Reminder: SRRT Newsletter Call for Submissions

Posted By Doreen Dixon Aug 22, 2021 03:25 PM
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Dear NMRT community, This is a reminder that the Social Responsibilities Round Table (SRRT) Editorial Team is looking for submissions for the next issue of its newsletter. Theme: Library Work in Challenging Times: Lessons Learned. What have been the greatest challenges in meeting the needs of ...

SRRT Newsletter Call for Submissions

Posted By Doreen Dixon Aug 03, 2021 01:45 PM
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Dear NMRT community, The Social Responsibilities Round Table (SRRT) Editorial Team is looking for submissions for the next issue of its newsletter. Theme: Library Work in Challenging Times: Lessons Learned. What have been the greatest challenges in meeting the needs of your library ...

RE: Academic Library Interview Process

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 19, 2021 10:41 PM
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Hi Scott, I'm making a list of all the advice everyone has given me. Thank you. ------------------------------ Doreen Dixon Hempstead Public Library New York She/Her/Hers ------------------------------

RE: Academic Library Interview Process

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 19, 2021 10:40 PM
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Hi Kristin, Thank you so much for your advice. They're very helpful. ------------------------------ Doreen Dixon Hempstead Public Library New York She/Her/Hers ------------------------------

Academic Library Interview Process

Posted By Doreen Dixon May 13, 2021 01:02 PM
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Hi everyone, I was recently selected to participate in the final round of interviews at an academic library.  I graduated  last year and this is my first time participating in such a process. The interview day will be virtual. Do you have any tips that I can use in preparation for the day? Thanks ...

RE: Looking for Volunteer to Help Layout SRRT June Newsletter

Posted By Doreen Dixon Apr 30, 2021 01:17 PM
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You're welcome. I'm looking forward to helping. ------------------------------ Doreen Dixon Hempstead Public Library New York She/Her/Hers ------------------------------

RE: Looking for Volunteer to Help Layout SRRT June Newsletter

Posted By Doreen Dixon Apr 30, 2021 10:55 AM
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Hi April, I'll be willing to offer assistance just let me know when. ------------------------------ Doreen Dixon Hempstead Public Library New York She/Her/Hers ------------------------------