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SUMMARY:PAID EVENT: Louisville Library Buildings Tour with BCUL and APL
DESCRIPTION:8:00–8:15 AM Meet tour bus in front of the conference hotel (The Galt House Hotel\, 140 N. Fourth St.\, Louisville\, KY 40202)\n\n8:15–9:00 AM (2.3 m 10 minutes) Depart hotel to Filson Library (1310 S 3rd St\, Louisville\, KY 40208)\n\n9:00–10:00 AM Tour Filson Historical Society\n\n10:00 – 10:20\nCoffee break\nOld Louisville Coffee Co-op\n316 W Ormsby Ave\, Louisville\, KY 40203\n\n10:20 – 10:30 (1.1 m 3 minutes)\nDepart Filson Library to Ekstrom Library (2215 S 3rd St\, Louisville)\n\n10:30–11:30 AM Tour Ekstrom Library with Dean Robert\n\n11:30–11:45 (8.5 m 15 minutes) Depart Ekstrom Library to South Central Regional Library (7300 Jefferson Blvd\, Louisville\, KY 40219)\n\n11:45–12:45 PM Tour South Central Regional Library\n\n12:45–1:45 PM Lunch at South Central Regional Library\n\n1:45–2:15 PM (13.9 m 26 minutes) Depart South Central to Northeast Regional\n\n2:15-3:15 PM\nTour Northeast Regional\n\n3:15–3:45 PM (12.4 m 20 minute) Return to conference hotel\n\n
CATEGORIES:TOUR
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261118T170000Z
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SUMMARY:PAID EVENT: A Friendly Intro to Licensing: Clause for Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Scared of licensing? Don't be! This preconference will be a straightforward introduction to some of the most common licensing terms and what to look out for. This is not just for electronic resource librarians but will help anyone in libraries who work with resources better understand how they and their patrons can use those resources. We'll work through a number of terms\, review sample licenses and leave with a better understanding of what our libraries are agreeing to when we sign on the dotted line. \n\nNote: I’m not a lawyer and am not offering legal advice. Instead\, this session will focus on practical guidance to help you feel more confident reading and understanding the licenses you encounter before you send them to legal counsel\, if you're the library signatory or after they are on file!\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:PRECONFERENCE
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261118T170000Z
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SUMMARY:PAID EVENT: Disaster Preparedness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide participants with an introduction to disaster planning specific to arts and culture organizations. They will also be provided insight into the coordination of disaster response networks via the experience of member institutions of the Kentucky Heritage Emergency Response Network. Activities will include an instructor led demonstration of salvage methods used in the recovery of wet materials as well as table top exercises during which participants will engage in activities to assess their institutions risks.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:PRECONFERENCE
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:PAID EVENT: Informal Leadership in Action: Discovery\, Practice\, and Growth
DESCRIPTION:Informal leadership (IL) can be a “heavy lift\,” often accompanied by complex challenges and limited recognition. Yet in many organizations\, it is one of the primary ways professionals gain new skills\, expand their experience\, and build meaningful relationships. How can you determine whether informal leadership is right for you? And if it is\, how can you identify opportunities and prepare for success?\n \n This interactive workshop invites participants to explore these questions through discussion and shared experience. Presenters will introduce definitions of informal leadership drawn from multiple disciplines and reflect on how IL has shaped their own career paths. The session will examine the realities of “leading from among” and “leading from below\,” including the importance of understanding organizational culture before stepping into an informal leadership role.\n \n Throughout the session\, attendees will be encouraged to connect theory to practice\, identify their own leadership strengths\, and reflect on how informal leadership can align with both personal values and organizational goals. We will conclude with a collaborative conversation about the individual and organizational benefits of IL and practical strategies for fostering engagement within participants’ own institutions\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:PRECONFERENCE
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/1bed81aff630a57986effbc17b4d483f
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SUMMARY:PAID EVENT: User Experience 101: A Masterclass for Non-UX Library Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Libraries need user feedback for improvements on websites\, catalogs\, and physical aspects of the library\, but budgets are tighter and tighter. User testing\, surveys\, and focus groups are just a handful of aspects of UX work that can be practiced by anyone - no UX experience required! - and would be easy to incorporate at any library. UX is a growing trend in librarianship\, and we hope this workshop will give library workers practical guidance to use these helpful techniques\, as well as give an overview of UX and the design cycle. The goal is low/no-cost methods that will yield high-impact results for you to make demonstrable upgrades in your own library.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:PRECONFERENCE
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/62b9307661fe22faaff0b0790bf3caef
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261118T190000Z
DTEND:20261118T220000Z
SUMMARY:Registration Open
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/13a434671ad3074d4ca2ec3b3d3b5b4e
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DTSTART:20261118T220000Z
DTEND:20261118T233000Z
SUMMARY:Opening Welcome Reception
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2bf659947548eee96bebf8fedc8fbc67
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T120000Z
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SUMMARY:Registation Open
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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SUMMARY:Opening General Session - Nick Laucuente - Bourbon Archaeology: Unearthing Spirited Stories
DESCRIPTION:Kentucky’s signature industry permeates all aspects of the state’s economy\, history\, and identity. Over 2.7 million visitors toured Kentucky’s distilleries in 2025 and there are more barrels aging in Kentucky’s warehouses than both people and horses combined. Bourbon Tourists are drawn to Kentucky through the common thread of a high-quality Kentucky whiskey. But they stay longer\, visit more things\, and spend more money through a commonality they share with Heritage Tourists: an interest in authentic histories relayed through a unique sense of place.\nBourbon's prominence in Kentucky makes one thing surprising: we’ve only scratched the surface of Bourbon History. This talk will highlight how much there is still to discover about this industry. It can energize communities who want to join in community archaeology projects or share stories of their own families. It faces the same challenges as other archive and library institutions with a large percentage of uncatalogued materials in distillery archives though there are business cases for its long-term preservation. It crosscuts demographics and interests providing opportunities to leveraging unique discoveries even for audiences who have no interest in consuming alcohol. It is resilient and overcomes challenges like the record setting 2025 flood.\nThis talk will have something new for bourbon novices or even seasoned experts. Consider it an invitation to join us and learn more as we discover these stories together.\n\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/4810630c5c3d4d6a3062c7547d30cd87
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DTSTART:20261119T150000Z
DTEND:20261119T153000Z
SUMMARY:Morning Break with Vendors
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261119T153000Z
DTEND:20261119T163000Z
SUMMARY:Beyond the Desk: Implementing AI Chatbots to Transform Reference Services
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session equips library professionals with practical strategies for implementing AI chatbots to extend reference services beyond traditional hours. Participants will explore the current landscape of chatbot solutions\, from vendor-integrated platforms to custom implementations\, and develop evaluation criteria based on institutional needs\, technical capacity\, and budget.\nThe presentation addresses critical implementation elements including knowledge base development\, system integration\, privacy safeguards\, and accuracy management. Through case studies from various library types\, attendees will examine successful deployments and common pitfalls\, learning strategies to mitigate AI hallucinations and establish appropriate escalation protocols.\nEmphasis is placed on change management\, including techniques for building staff confidence and setting realistic user expectations. The session explores assessment frameworks using metrics such as query resolution rates\, user satisfaction\, and impact on traditional reference transactions.\nAttendees receive practical tools including a platform selection framework\, implementation timeline\, and staff training templates. Interactive discussion encourages participants to share experiences and collaboratively address common obstacles.\nThis session benefits anyone involved in reference services\, technology implementation\, or service innovation\, regardless of prior AI experience. Participants leave prepared to make informed decisions about chatbot adoption in their own contexts\, balancing innovation with the quality and accessibility users expect from library services.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1c0c0df3adc7d8bb123a54c93be62aaf
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/1c0c0df3adc7d8bb123a54c93be62aaf
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DTSTART:20261119T153000Z
DTEND:20261119T163000Z
SUMMARY:Designing for Discovery: Creating Interactive and Engaging Library Spaces for Kids and Teens
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are increasingly expected to serve as dynamic\, engaging environments that support learning\, creativity\, and social connection for children and teens. This session explores how intentional design choices can transform youth spaces from passive service areas into active\, interactive environments that respond to evolving community needs.\nExamples will be shared from recently renovated and newly constructed public library spaces across multiple systems\, including several award-winning projects\, this presentation will highlight practical design strategies that support play\, exploration\, collaboration\, and teen engagement. Attendees will examine how elements such as flexible layouts\, interactive features\, embedded technology\, sensory considerations\, and age-appropriate zoning can foster meaningful experiences while remaining adaptable over time. An example of a re-design of an existing children’s space at a Main Library will be shared that shows a correlation between the new design and an increase in user visits and circulation.\nThe session will also address how libraries can balance creativity with operational realities such as durability\, supervision\, inclusivity\, and budget constraints. Participants will leave with concrete examples\, guiding principles\, and a framework for evaluating or reimagining their own children’s and teen spaces\, whether planning a major renovation or making incremental improvements within existing footprints.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/fd748e5d9a7c6d8f52f633cf118168ed
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SUMMARY:Digital Collections Made Better: Accessibility\, Discoverability\, Usability
DESCRIPTION:Over the last two years\, the repository ecosystem at our institution has implemented a suite of improvements\, focused on three key areas. This presentation will outline the innovative improvements made so that digital collections will be more accessible\, better described and findable\, and with enhanced functionality. In the realm of accessibility\, we will talk about efforts to bring our repository content in closer alignment with upcoming federal requirements. For discoverability\, we will talk about the workflows initiated in concert with our metadata librarian to enrich the description of items that are published to our platforms\, including a discussion of policy and capacity informed decisions on what and how to describe. And for functionality\, we will discuss advances in our interactive transcripts and captioning for audiovisual material\, as well as the implementation of a IIIF-compliant viewer. All of the above will also be discussed in the context of our institution's migration to the newest version of Islandora. We will discuss lessons learned in project management\, takeaways to apply towards future work\, and new directions for these areas.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/9b4c0617f4ace29a2e30a3782b265eaa
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DTSTART:20261119T153000Z
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SUMMARY:Stop Beating Yourself Up: Leading with Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Libraries are built on care\, access\, and service — yet the people who sustain them often operate under chronic stress\, limited resources\, and increasing community expectations. This session explores how self-leadership and compassion can be practical tools for maintaining clarity\, resilience\, and effectiveness in high-demand public service roles.\nParticipants will examine the hidden costs of relying on self-criticism as a motivator and how this pattern contributes to burnout\, disengagement\, and diminished presence with patrons and colleagues. The e session introduces simple\, evidence-informed strategies to regulate stress\, respond skillfully under pressure\, and lead from a place of steadiness rather than depletion.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/29282d63667702c7e88ac6ede32cba5b
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SUMMARY:Tackling Problematic Subject Categories In the Stacks: Promoting Inclusivity Through Signage\, Marketing Efforts\, and Strategic Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:The Classification and Contextualization Task Force at [NAME] Library was created to tackle the problematic classification patterns evident in Library of Congress Classification (LCC) and Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH). We believe that these categorizations are harmful and offensive to our diverse user base\, and that using them without acknowledging their harm contradicts Auraria Library’s values of Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion. Our goal was to address this issue by:\n• Displaying signage addressing problematic LC areas in the stacks • Creating a web page to further address and acknowledge biases within LC\n• Gathering feedback from the campus community\nThe task force was split into three subgroups: • The signage subgroup: created alternative classification categories\, as well as signs to display them in the stacks. • The website subgroup: provided context and background on the project\, and listed additional details on each LC area addressed by the signage.\n• The Outreach subgroup: sought feedback from relevant campus departments and groups about the signage text.\nThis presentation will detail the group’s efforts and will summarize the outcomes of the project and the feedback received from the campus community.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/34ad145d2f73071c6aeb0227ae0af741
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SUMMARY:Yonder in the Graveyard Walk: Preservation and Connection in Louisville’s Historic Black Cemeteries
DESCRIPTION:“Black Cemeteries of [CITY]” was a local history program in February 2025 that sought to share the narrative of the city’s historically black and integrated final resting places\, as well as to amplify the knowledge and experience of their living stakeholders. Learn how hosting such an event can forge new bonds of connection and preservation amongst information professionals\, volunteers\, educators\, students\, and family historians.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/bd4612d4e27ea61897efced3fc0a0c80
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DTSTART:20261119T163000Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch On Your Own
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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DTSTART:20261119T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Accessibility in the Research Data Ecosystem: Emerging Practices and Persistent Gaps
DESCRIPTION:In April 2024\, the Department of Justice released new ADA requirements for public‑sector websites and mobile apps\, with compliance deadlines beginning in April 2026. While academic libraries have long advanced digital accessibility\, institutional data repositories (IDRs) remain an under-discussed area\, particularly regarding accessibility of research data itself\, not simply access to it. Now that the initial ADA deadline has passed\, data librarians and repository managers face unclear guidance about how the rule applies to research data repositories and the content published and preserved within them.\nThis work reflects a structured assessment of published resources\, community documentation\, and active working group contributions. Drawing on web accessibility standards\, practices from digital archives and scholarly publishing\, and emerging community work\, the presentation will identify where existing guidance supports IDR needs and where it falls short. Particular attention will be given to challenges such as the complexity of research data as digital web content and tensions between preserving authentic formats and offering accessible alternatives.\nThe session will conclude with actionable steps institutions of all sizes can take and will invite libraries to maintain momentum as accessibility expectations become active across the research data ecosystem.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTART:20261119T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Books: Sustainable Outdoor Spaces supporting Academic Libraries OR Learning in the Landscape: Sustainable Outdoor Spaces to support Academic Libraries
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the feasibility and value of outdoor spaces associated with academic campus libraries. We’ll introduce several libraries to show how thoughtfully designed outdoor environments have supported and extended library services. Examples include outdoor study spaces\, areas for special events and community programming\, intentional gardens\, and site strategies that protect and enhance views from library buildings.\nThe session will focus on three main themes: user experience/community engagement\, operations and maintenance\, and sustainability. During the pandemic\, exterior spaces quickly became essential for safe gathering\, studying\, and programming. Now\, these spaces are established assets\, prompting libraries to consider how they can be intentionally managed and improved for long-term impact and use.\nAs libraries continue shifting emphasis from collections to services and collaboration\, outdoor environments offer new opportunities to reimagine the library as more than a building. Sustainable architecture and landscape design remain central to conversations about operational efficiency\, environmental stewardship\, staff\, and visitor wellness. Overall\, we’ll explore what this means in practice for libraries looking to connect their spaces with their evolving purpose OR this session will share practical insights and benefits for libraries reimagining how their surroundings support their mission.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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DTSTART:20261119T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Building the Learning Hub: A Flexible Model for Equitably Supporting Library Learners
DESCRIPTION:Library workers need professional learning that is flexible\, relevant\, and available across roles\, library types\, and locations. In practice\, access is often uneven\; shaped by staffing\, schedules\, geography\, and local capacity. A statewide membership organization developed a Learning Management System (LMS) to address this\, expanding access to high-quality learning and creating a more equitable model for supporting library workers across the state. \n\nThis session will share how the LMS was designed\, built\, and continues to evolve as both a platform and a strategy for broadening access. Attendees will see key features including the course catalog\, self-paced and instructor-led offerings\, structured learning pathways\, digital badges\, and transcripts. The session will also examine the practical decisions behind those features: how content is curated\, how learning is organized for different needs\, how accessibility shaped design\, and how the platform supports library workers' professional goals. \n\nAttendees will leave with concrete ideas they can apply in their own settings\; whether that is building a learning platform\, strengthening an existing program\, or creating more structure around professional development. The session will include lessons learned and the features and design decisions that proved essential to making the platform work.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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SUMMARY:From Assumptions to Insight: Attribution Theory in Library Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing and understanding the drivers of employee behavior is a cornerstone of effective leadership and management in academic libraries. Attribution theory offers a powerful lens for distinguishing between personal and situational causes of behavior\, enabling leaders to reduce bias\, foster empathy\, and improve communication. Too often\, managers misinterpret staff actions by attributing them solely to individual traits\, overlooking external factors such as workload\, organizational culture\, or systemic barriers. This can lead to strained relationships\, inaccurate performance evaluations\, and missed opportunities for collaboration. This session will explore how attribution theory can be applied in library settings to strengthen staff relations\, enhance fairness in performance evaluations\, and build more cohesive teams. Applying attribution theory in academic libraries not only improves staff engagement and collaboration but also advances the broader mission of libraries as inclusive\, supportive\, and high-performing organizations. By integrating this framework into daily leadership practices\, library managers can cultivate trust\, improve morale\, and create an environment where employees feel understood and valued.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/82646ad758d938d01383057384a1bc60
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DTSTART:20261119T180000Z
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Librarian Expertise for Systematic Faculty-Acquired Subscriptions Review
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will highlight a collaborative project between the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and the campus libraries to evaluate faculty purchasing card (p-card) subscriptions through a systematic\, librarian‑led review process. Charged by the College Librarian\, the Office of the Dean of the Faculty Subscriptions Working Group analyzed faculty‑acquired subscriptions to (1) identify resources that fall under the libraries’ typical collection scope—such as campuswide news platforms—and (2) flag items outside the library’s purview. The group produced a report for the Dean of the Faculty identifying opportunities for librarian liaison outreach—including promoting existing library-held subscriptions\, addressing gaps in collections\, and identifying emerging resource needs within academic departments—and recommending next steps for resources out of the libraries’ scope. This work directly aligns with the college’s priorities of financial sustainability and operational efficiency by ensuring thoughtful\, mission‑aligned resource allocation. The project also foregrounds access and equity by examining disparities in subscription use and awareness among tenure-track and contingent faculty. By sharing this model\, we articulate the libraries’ value as a strategic partner in institutional spending analysis\, demonstrate effective cross‑departmental collaboration\, and offer a replicable approach for campuses seeking more transparent\, equitable\, and sustainable stewardship of faculty‑driven resource spending.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f4a614769c0fbf272b79af0530bb8734
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DTSTART:20261119T180000Z
DTEND:20261119T190000Z
SUMMARY:OCLC Sponsored Session
DESCRIPTION:TBA
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f8c6049488f83498c0b2e341bfccf192
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Break with Vendors
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
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SUMMARY:Cataloging Non-Roman Scripts With Help From AI: A Case Study of Chinese Language Materials
DESCRIPTION:Language expertise\, or lack thereof\, is not a new problem in cataloging departments. Libraries often collect in languages that no on-site cataloging staff can read or speak. Languages that require non-Roman scripts also require transliteration of characters as well as the ability to translate enough of the title and publication information to record an accurate description. LLMs absolutely have the potential to allow faster and easier creation of MARC records\, with some degree of expert human oversight. This presentation will share the results of work by two librarians who are working to develop methods for using Large Language Models (LLMs) for MARC cataloging of Chinese language materials. We look at the ability of an LLM to provide Chinese characters and Pinyin transliteration\, as well as a complete MARC record. While this case study looks at Chinese language materials\, the methods could be applied to other languages that use non-Roman scripts as well. This presentation will discuss development and use of prompts and give examples of results generated by ChatGPT or other LLMs. Participants will get a feel for the overall benefits and drawbacks that come from working with AI and learn about tools that may be useful in their work.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f567e3246fe0096dc47f68d3e1314d7c
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DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago's 81 Club - Equity of Access to Library Resources for All Students
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Public Library entered into an intergovernmental agreement in 2022 to establish the 81 Club\, a citywide partnership that provides universal access to library resources for Chicago's 319\,000 students and 23\,000 teachers. A reference to the 81 branches of the Chicago Public Library\, the 81 Club makes equity of access more than a buzzword or a philosophy\, and instead brings digital resources\, ebooks and library services into classrooms\, school libraries\, and students' homes. Students who are undocumented\, have insecure housing\, or other circumstances that limit their ability to secure a library card can now access the same resources as their peers\, and our organizations continue to iterate on the 81 Club program to ensure that all Chicago students become lifelong library users. Join our session to learn more about lessons learned\, improvements to the program\, our accomplishments and goals\, and for a toolkit to ensure equity of access to public library resources for all students in your city or community.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ffd765e29b25b76fe714ddea50582c74
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/ffd765e29b25b76fe714ddea50582c74
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
DTEND:20261119T203000Z
SUMMARY:Digital Preservation for Librarians
DESCRIPTION:This session will define and explain archival digital preservation practices\, and how to apply them in an academic or public library setting. The session will be accessible and designed for beginner to intermediate practitioners\, touching on basic archival ideas like creating an inventory\, the arrangement of files\, file and folder naming conventions\, digital storage\, security\, and future proofing of important administrative files with short-term to permanent use. Special focus will also be applied to records stored within a system\, including library catalogs and databases. The goal is to arm attendees with the necessary skills to make their jobs easier\, improve response times\, and stay in line with legal requirements.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:99e70f664d849d6879bc27bcb92e9b13
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/99e70f664d849d6879bc27bcb92e9b13
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
DTEND:20261119T203000Z
SUMMARY:From Downtown Dreams to Funded Library: Aligning Civic Priorities and Community Needs
DESCRIPTION:Aging library buildings. Stretched municipal budgets. Shifting population centers. Across the U.S.\, library directors face a perfect storm: greater-than-ever need for modern\, accessible facilities during a time when funding is harder-than-ever to secure.\nOne [STATE] library broke the stalemate by aligning its vision with city priorities. When a downtown struggled and its aging Center Mall left residents without adequate library or recreation space\, library leaders didn't wait—they partnered with the city to reimagine what a library could be. The result: a voter-approved sales tax funding a 48\,000 SF community center library that anchors downtown transformation.\nThis session reveals the playbook. Learn how to align diverse stakeholders around a shared vision\, navigate the information-vs.-advocacy line during funding campaigns\, and design facilities that deliver on voter expectations. The library director will share community engagement strategies and accountability frameworks\; the architect will present design solutions that integrate library services with year-round recreation while catalyzing economic development.\nTakeaway: practical strategies for positioning your library as essential civic infrastructure—and securing the funding to prove it.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b33aa3d6c1ee1189f7ee62d78ae60d1a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/b33aa3d6c1ee1189f7ee62d78ae60d1a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
DTEND:20261119T203000Z
SUMMARY:Stuck in the Middle: Positionality and the Emotional Labor of Academic Library Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Academic library leaders often occupy a “middle” position—caught between senior campus administrators and the employees they supervise. In this role\, leaders may be perceived as having substantial authority\, yet they frequently have limited decision-making power and must implement directives with which they may not agree. As part of their middle positionality\, some library leaders describe themselves as an “umbrella” or “filter\,” withholding or shaping information to protect employees from uncertainty or negativity. While often motivated by care and a desire to shield others\, filtering can result in emotional labor for leaders and unintended consequences for teams. Drawing from qualitative interviews with current and former academic library administrators\, this session explores how middle positionality pressures leaders to think critically about how information is shared\, what impact it may have on themselves and their team\, and how to balance the demands of others. Interview participants share how this middle positionality increased their emotional labor and chronic stress\, contributing to burnout and attrition. Participants will learn about the tension that comes with middle positionality and explore how to balance protection and transparency\, while recognizing how filtering impacts emotional well-being.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:afa579640d5b962deb17a50f0f56cd3a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/afa579640d5b962deb17a50f0f56cd3a
END:VEVENT
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T193000Z
DTEND:20261119T203000Z
SUMMARY:The Plan\, the Problem\, and the Solution: Using Asana’s API and ChatGPT to Build a Web Interface for Liaison Statistics
DESCRIPTION:Managing liaison statistics is a persistent challenge in academic libraries\, especially as liaison models evolve toward team-based\, collaborative structures. At the [UNIVERITY NAME] Libraries\, a redesign of the liaison model exposed significant gaps in existing data collection methods. This presentation describes how [NAME] Libraries moved from that fragmented system to a streamlined custom web interface built on the Asana API\, developed with the assistance of ChatGPT.\nAfter evaluating Asana's native tools and finding they required too much direct platform interaction for liaisons\, the team built a lightweight custom interface that lets liaisons log\, view\, and edit their activities without ever touching Asana directly. ChatGPT helped generate the initial code framework\, authentication logic\, and workflow structure\, and showed how generative AI can be utilized to build custom solutions in a fraction of the time it would have taken otherwise.\nAttendees will come away with a sense of how to evaluate API-based tools for workflows\, how AI-assisted development can make creating custom solutions more accessible\, and how to design statistics collection that actually reflects the way liaisons work today\, including collaborative and team-based activity. The interface and the approach behind it are designed to be adapted and reused by other libraries.\n\n \n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:12aa60d0cae01eab2a41168463d51a9a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/12aa60d0cae01eab2a41168463d51a9a
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T203000Z
DTEND:20261119T204500Z
SUMMARY:Afternoon Break with Vendors
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2d5adbd830b8e10bea266d5c921d112a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2d5adbd830b8e10bea266d5c921d112a
END:VEVENT
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:Built to Move: Incorporating Big Body Play into the Modern Public Library
DESCRIPTION:What happens when a public library stops asking “how do we fit play in?” and starts asking “how do we build for it?” At one library branch\, that shift in thinking led to the creation of a dedicated big body play space: a fully immersive\, themed environment designed to support the kind of boisterous\, physical\, whole-body play that research shows is essential to early childhood development but increasingly rare in children’s daily lives.\nThis session presents that project as a three-perspective case study. A library administrator\, an architect\, and an interactives designer each take the audience through their piece of the process: from the leadership decision to invest in active play\, through the design and procurement challenges of building for movement in a public space\, to the fabrication of an environment that is simultaneously imaginative\, durable\, accessible\, and safe.\nAttendees will leave with a grounded understanding of what it actually takes to plan\, fund\, design\, and operate a big body play space\, including honest reflection on what worked\, what didn’t\, and how libraries of varying sizes and budgets can start incorporating big body play without a full installation.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:8418e77dbd7da00788d325bf452a740a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/8418e77dbd7da00788d325bf452a740a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:From Pilot to Program: Designing a Novice VR Creation Badge in an Academic Library
DESCRIPTION:Academic libraries increasingly provide access to immersive technologies\, yet most initiatives emphasize consumption rather than creation. This session presents a library-led pilot integrating novice virtual-reality scene authoring into a Public Health course through faculty partnership using a scaffolded Unity workflow requiring only three core elements: interactive hotspot\, narration\, and linked scene.\n\nThe pilot informs development of a forthcoming Virtual Learning Center creation badge designed to credential immersive-authoring skills across disciplines. Attendees will learn how libraries can implement low-barrier XR creation frameworks\, partner with faculty\, and expand equitable access to immersive content development.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a7bddf5aec4a67ee35dc1b1245ae5572
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/a7bddf5aec4a67ee35dc1b1245ae5572
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:Social Work Informed Library Services: They Do Teach That in Library School!
DESCRIPTION:Many library workers report feeling frustrated and underprepared for the behavioral and social service challenges that increasingly arise in their daily work with the public. In response to this growing need\, the [name of graduate library science program] and [name of social work program] at [local university name] collaboratively launched a graduate certificate in Social Work–Informed Library Services. The certificate is available to students in both the MLIS and MSW programs and teaches social work competencies adapted specifically for library contexts and applicable across multiple library roles.\nThe curriculum introduces strategies drawn from social work that support public-facing library staff\, including approaches to managing and responding to crises\, de-escalating agitated individuals\, building effective interdisciplinary collaborations\, setting boundaries\, and preventing burnout and secondary trauma. The project also includes the development of freely available\, on-demand\, online continuing education courses to help public library workers everywhere adapt these competencies within their professional roles.\nDrawing on their research and professional experience in social work and librarianship\, the presenters will demonstrate how social work–informed strategies relate to traditional library services such as reference and community outreach\, while also offering practical ways library leadership can reduce staff hesitancy and support this evolving model of service.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7f8a41c14fb0f22d0d1cd0c77c1668fc
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/7f8a41c14fb0f22d0d1cd0c77c1668fc
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:Sponsored Session
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:62ec40127fdf70109393efd5c2bb73f8
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/62ec40127fdf70109393efd5c2bb73f8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:The Tech Services Librarian Behind the Curtain: Building Relationships for Behind the Scenes Positions
DESCRIPTION:We’ve all heard the saying “I’m doing my job right if no one knows I’m doing it.” What if\, instead\, we make sure everyone knows?\nThis session will discuss the needs for soft skills and relationship building for metadata professionals\, and other technical service positions. Metadata work is often thought to be very solitary and technical work\, and while this is true\, there are benefits to building out relationships and soft skills in this position. This presentation will re-frame technical work as a front-facing service and highlight ways that technical service workers can play active roles at their institution.\nThis includes being able to advocate for our needs\, resources\, and how our work benefits the library and institution. Since this might be outside the comfort zone for some colleagues\, we will provide a variety of strategies that can be used.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:81c4973c73fdea1fcae3147030358974
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/81c4973c73fdea1fcae3147030358974
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T204500Z
DTEND:20261119T214500Z
SUMMARY:When Things Fall Apart: Learning from Management Failures
DESCRIPTION:Failure is an inevitable—and deeply human—part of library leadership\, yet it remains one of the most stigmatized topics in our profession. As libraries navigate rapid technological change\, infrastructure transformation\, staffing shifts\, and financial constraints\, management missteps have become more visible and more consequential. This session creates an honest\, structured space to examine what happens when leadership decisions falter: communication breakdowns\, opaque processes\, mishandled personnel conversations\, stalled initiatives\, and unintended harm.\nDrawing on anonymized examples from academic library administration\, including space renovation\, technology implementation\, vendor negotiations\, and organizational restructuring\, we will analyze how breakdowns occur\, what escalates them\, and how leaders can engage in effective repair. Rather than framing failure as a deficiency\, this session positions it as a catalyst for growth\, accountability\, and institutional resilience.\nParticipants will leave with practical frameworks for reflective leadership\, tools for repairing harm after managerial missteps\, and strategies to build cultures where transparency and learning are normalized. By integrating person-centered leadership with operational realities\, this session bridges the human and structural dimensions of management\, equipping library leaders to navigate complexity with clarity\, humility\, and confidence.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e24d5cea3a3c58ae42e487b61a8478a7
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/e24d5cea3a3c58ae42e487b61a8478a7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T230000Z
DTEND:20261120T010000Z
SUMMARY:(Dine Around)
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:adf03008b95ed7da8705aa389889d17d
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/adf03008b95ed7da8705aa389889d17d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261119T230000Z
DTEND:20261120T010000Z
SUMMARY:(Dine Around)
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ffa55cf65fd22e3fbe0093eaba3567c9
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/ffa55cf65fd22e3fbe0093eaba3567c9
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T123000Z
DTEND:20261120T140000Z
SUMMARY:Registation Open
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:dab7f4402ff64014a3626c6d8228738b
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/dab7f4402ff64014a3626c6d8228738b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T133000Z
DTEND:20261120T150000Z
SUMMARY:Opening General Session - Frank X Walker - Curious George Goes to the Library(and Gives Birth to a Poet)
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Walker will discuss the ways the local bookmobile and libraries multiplied his love of books and early literacy and how integral library archives and research have been to achieving the status as the most prolific poet of historical poetry writing today. \n\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4036ee1e863ce9aca3984ac1596e5d53
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/4036ee1e863ce9aca3984ac1596e5d53
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Morning Break with Vendors and Poster Sessions
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f3e941eb4c98f4bef8322b71161c91d6
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f3e941eb4c98f4bef8322b71161c91d6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:A Comparison Study on the Influence of Social Movements on Collection Building and Use of Print Monographs at a Large Research University Library
DESCRIPTION:This study examines the selection of print monographs during several social movements\, before and after the COVID-19 protocols in 2020 and 2021. Social movements\, such as the Black Lives Matter Protests\, the parental rights movement\, and the anti-vaccination backlash during the height of COVID-19 in the United States\, along with the subsequent changes in public opinion\, appear to have increased interest in the selection and use of print monographs for teaching and research. This longitudinal study examines the selection habits of collection development librarians and the circulation of those materials by patrons at a large academic research library from 2017 through 2024.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:7bcdea0f7fba59604c040cda47d72250
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/7bcdea0f7fba59604c040cda47d72250
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:A Theoretical Approach to Library Storage Process Improvement Using SCOR-DS
DESCRIPTION:This poster focuses on how Supply Chain Operation Reference – Digital Standard (SCOR-DS) can help identify different areas for improvement which can eventually provide new opportunities for better service. By exploring the applicability of the SCOR-DS model in optimizing library offsite fulfillment workflows\, libraries can assess in a new way whether improvement can be made in request processes and performance within the context of the library’s strategic goals. \n \n&nbsp\;Translating SCOR-DS's processes and performance into library storage workflows reveals similarities to Plan\, Order\, Source\, Transform\, Fulfill\, and Return as well as performance metrics like responsiveness\, reliability\, and agility. A library can use SCOR-DS's Orchestrate activities to assess their processes and their alignment with organizational goals and priorities. Existing measurements of improvement\, such as turnaround time for patron requests\, can be analyzed further with SCOR-DS. This poster will also share the new meaningful and measurable metrics that were identified.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b8ff5d23d005137a3d225d56a13ed931
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/b8ff5d23d005137a3d225d56a13ed931
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Advancing Equity Through Collection Development: Establishing a Spanish Language Collection in a Hispanic‑Serving Institution
DESCRIPTION:This poster presents the development of a Spanish‑language collection at a community college designated as a Hispanic‑Serving Institution (HSI). The project advances culturally responsive librarianship and underscores the responsibility of academic libraries to cultivate collections that reflect and support the linguistic and cultural identities of their students.\n\nThe college enrolls a significant number of native Spanish speakers\, bilingual students\, and English‑language learners. Prior to this initiative\, the library’s Spanish‑language holdings were limited in scope\, outdated\, and misaligned with student needs. Notably\, the collection consisted primarily of fiction and lacked the academic and reference materials students sought to support their coursework. Through a community needs assessment\, intentional and culturally informed collection development\, and enhancements to cataloging and metadata practices\, a robust and academically relevant Spanish‑language collection was established.\n\nEarly indicators show increased circulation and a rise in reference inquiries related to Spanish‑language resources. This project demonstrates how identity‑informed and community‑centered collection development can strengthen representation\, foster a sense of belonging\, and enhance academic success within community college libraries.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:053c4d830613541151d89131de6ed6da
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/053c4d830613541151d89131de6ed6da
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Automating MARC Holdings Generation with AI: Lessons from the Field
DESCRIPTION:This poster chronicles an iterative\, hands-on project to automate the generation of structured MARC holdings fields (853/863) from 866 textual holdings statements — and the challenges of making that process portable across institutions. Beginning with a colleague's existing automation script\, the presenter adapted the tool to their own branch collection through self-directed learning\, without a formal programming background. When it became clear that the pattern-matching rules at the heart of the tool would need to be rewritten from scratch for every institution's unique holdings formatting conventions\, the presenter turned to AI — exploring several distinct approaches: using AI to write and refine those matching rules directly from sample data\; using AI to survey and cluster the range of formatting patterns present in the holdings data\; using AI to build a reusable pattern-detection tool\; and using AI to interpret holdings statements record by record\, bypassing hand-crafted rules entirely. The presentation evaluates the trade-offs of each approach and reflects on what these experiments reveal about where AI assistance is genuinely useful in technical library workflows — and where human cataloging expertise remains essential.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:90f74f9826148fc4718f62c2659f1e2d
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/90f74f9826148fc4718f62c2659f1e2d
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Beginning in Transition: Navigating Library Leadership During a Major Renovation
DESCRIPTION:Starting a new leadership position often involves learning institutional culture\, building relationships\, and assessing departmental priorities. Beginning this role during a major facilities disruption\, however\, presents additional challenges. This presentation explores the experience of a new academic library director who assumed their position just as the library prepared for a significant renovation requiring the relocation of services\, staff\, and collections into temporary spaces across campus for approximately two years.\n \n The poster presentation reflects on how managing a large-scale move and renovation project shaped early leadership priorities\, communication strategies\, and decision-making processes. Topics include supporting staff through uncertainty\, maintaining core library services in temporary environments\, and building collaborative relationships with campus partners during a period of significant change. The poster will also highlight lessons learned about flexibility\, transparency\, and change management while leading a library through physical and organizational disruption.\n \n&nbsp\;This poster presentation offers practical insights for new and aspiring library leaders who may encounter large-scale projects\, facility renovations\, or institutional transitions early in their leadership roles. Participants will gain strategies for navigating complex change while supporting staff and sustaining library services.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cb64a4d006ede4d3d5d5fd0f039dbe6a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/cb64a4d006ede4d3d5d5fd0f039dbe6a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Building and Managing Book Displays With Creative LMS Use and a Streamlined Workflow
DESCRIPTION:Book displays as a tool to highlight collections and draw people into the library have re-emerged and become enthusiastically embraced by librarians in our academic library. They have become a dynamic way to acknowledge events\, celebrate holidays\, and to spotlight any number of academic or recreational topics. In addition to the work individuals do to design and produce displays\, coordination between library units and management of these book displays (and often their online Alma/Primo VE counterparts\, we refer to as “Featured Collections”) has become increasingly complex and dynamic. Planning space\, processing display books into temporary locations\, and maintaining a system for collecting circulation statistics are all part of the equation. This poster will provide detailed information on what has become a fine-tuned book display workflow and describe the innovative ways in which we have leveraged functionality and metadata fields in Alma to track statistics and make sure lingering/legacy book display metadata is cleared after they come down. The process for streamlining the work to produce online featured collections based on book displays will also be illustrated.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9bcc4d5b0c6374818c144b2307653ff8
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/9bcc4d5b0c6374818c144b2307653ff8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Can They Find the eBook? Whether and How Metadata Quality Shapes Discoverability and Academic Library ROI
DESCRIPTION:Academic libraries invest heavily in ebook collections\, yet the quality of metadata associated with those records varies significantly depending on whether records are vendor-supplied or professionally created. This mixed-methods research examines the relationship between ebook metadata quality and discoverability in academic libraries\, comparing data by source and assessing their impact on institutional return on investment. The research synthesizes findings from original quantitative and qualitative data collection to build a comprehensive picture of how metadata decisions shape access to library collections. Preliminary findings suggest that vendor-supplied records frequently lack essential elements such as subject headings and classification codes\, and that when these elements are absent\, discovery system features designed to surface content cannot function effectively. The result is a measurable gap between what libraries pay for and what their users can find. Findings have practical implications for academic library administrators and collection development professionals making procurement and resource allocation decisions. The poster presents those findings and offers a framework for evaluating institutional investments in discovery platforms\, descriptive practice\, and ebook collections.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2f7a60aaf7f54797c7b2634df0df7c59
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2f7a60aaf7f54797c7b2634df0df7c59
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Down with the "System": Taking Back Cataloging Statistics in Alma
DESCRIPTION:Ever try to pull cataloging stats in Alma only to have the nefarious “System” take credit for all your hard work? Alma knows how many records were imported\, what happens upon import\, and who imported them\; it’s just not very good at telling you through Analytics. This poster shows how to use OpenRefine and the Alma Jobs API to gather statistics on records imported to Alma via an Import Profile. The Alma Jobs API is more detailed than what Analytics reports on and the API correctly attributes work to staff accounts making end-of-year statistics more reliable.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:146dbf795e15cf98dcc773e58e139490
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/146dbf795e15cf98dcc773e58e139490
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
DTEND:20261120T160000Z
SUMMARY:Enhancing Records\, Expanding Access
DESCRIPTION:Cataloging is a shared enterprise. A bibliographic record created by one cataloger in Connexion can be enriched by catalogers around the world. But if your library catalog is not synched to Connexion\, many of these bibliographic enhancements – things like summary notes and tables of contents – won't ever appear in your records. We work in one such library\, so we developed a process for adding these enhancements (specifically the 505 and 520 fields\, though the process could be adapted to work for other fields) from Connexion records into our integrated library system. &nbsp\;\n\n Since implementing this workflow\, we’ve enhanced thousands of records in our catalog\, greatly increasing the accessibility and discoverability of our collection. While it is an involved process\, we have broken it down into manageable steps that other libraries will be able to replicate and modify to their own needs. In addition to Connexion\, we relied on open-access tools such as MarcEdit and Notepad++ to efficiently batch edit data. In this poster\, we will provide access to step-by-step documentation so that other librarians can replicate this work at their institutions. \n\n&nbsp\;Just as cataloging is a shared enterprise\, we believe these sorts of technical workflows ought to be as well.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:ee460d7b6e31e9b0ad1de41617a1356d
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/ee460d7b6e31e9b0ad1de41617a1356d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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SUMMARY:Every Voice in the Plan: A Collaborative Approach to Operational Planning in a Large Library Division
DESCRIPTION:Does the term “operational planning” make you feel confused\, overwhelmed\, or disengaged? Traditionally\, operational plans are developed through a top-down approach\, with management setting goals that support the strategic plan. Beginning the summer of 2024\, a large library division turned this approach on its head. By reimagining operational planning as a more intentional\, collaborative\, and inclusive process\, they invited input and feedback from all division employees\, regardless of position. Currently in its second full cycle\, this presentation will describe the iterative process that enabled the incorporation of diverse perspectives and drew on the management team's expertise. The result? An operational plan that empowers employees at every level to take on leadership roles\, contribute to decision-making\, and collaborate across departments. \n&nbsp\;This poster presents a multi-year case study of that iterative process. Now in its second year\, with a third year of data available by the time of this presentation\, this work demonstrates that collaborative operational planning is not a one-time experiment but a sustainable\, evolving practice.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/96cdde5498e5df93cfd51be7a7288d90
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SUMMARY:Exploring Library Visitor Demographics
DESCRIPTION:What categories of students use library spaces? To support university-wide student success efforts we paired library entry data with student demographics (major\, academic level\, campus location\, financial aid status\, etc.) to identify broad categories of students who are and are not using our spaces. This information will inform targeted outreach to library users and non-library users\, and decision making about our services and spaces.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:0a8bcb01205439ba684242550f98ef50
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/0a8bcb01205439ba684242550f98ef50
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SUMMARY:From the Ground Up: One Academic Library's Quest to Implement Linked Data with Limited Resources
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:b78f48a665d56c8a44d143e56205eebd
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/b78f48a665d56c8a44d143e56205eebd
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SUMMARY:Goals\, Roadmaps\, and Checkpoints: A Successful Project Management Framework for Library Teams
DESCRIPTION:Through annual goals libraries can pilot new initiatives\, realign their community focus\, and enhance their core work. Although most teams have some kind of mechanism for goal-setting each year\, forward-momentum on these projects can be difficult to maintain. Lack of buy-in from team members\, missing accountability structures\, and poor prioritization can often lead to languishing goals\, incomplete projects\, and low team morale. For annual goals to be successful\, library teams need to ensure that the goal development and implementation process includes shared decision-making\, accountability\, and meaningful assessment.\n \n&nbsp\;This poster presents a practical project management framework developed and tested within an academic library department to support collaborative annual goal development and implementation. This framework includes a process for brainstorming library community needs\, addressing library worker capacity\, and ensuring the team’s professional development. Its implementation resulted in better departmental communication\, individual and team accountability\, and successful goal completion. This poster will detail a step-by-step process for team-led goal creation\, a project timeline template\, and best practices for setting realistic project benchmarks. This framework can be successfully scaled to all library types. Lastly\, this poster will include methods for project documentation and assessment check-ins\, as well as recommended resources for goal management.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:d070f9807973dfe6a81788d12aea5a56
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/d070f9807973dfe6a81788d12aea5a56
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SUMMARY:Keeping Access Afloat : Analyzing Serials Cost Data in the Wake of Tariffs and Shipping Issues
DESCRIPTION:Over the past year\, we have seen changes in shipping across our non-US print serials. We were dealing with added fees and shipments being held until vendors could figure out what new rules meant for them and their business interests. This led to late shipments and inconsistent costs. Late shipments means that claiming is harder and we may not be able to replace lost issues resulting in an incomplete run and a backlog in our binding process. Also while the base cost of serials comes from Collection Managers’ subject funds\, our shipping and extra fees come from a separate line. This poses an interesting conundrum as we also initiated a serial review in this same year to help offset future budget cuts. When Collection Managers are looking at past and projected costs they aren’t seeing the full picture. Will their decisions be offset by increasing fees? We will look at cost data and compare past years\, along with providing examples of how we worked through these roadblocks with vendors and how we communicated with Collection Managers so they have the information they need to make the right choices for the library and our users.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:5b1d468e9c9c21179814d88214d4f6ea
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/5b1d468e9c9c21179814d88214d4f6ea
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SUMMARY:Leveling Up: Building a Circulating Video Game Collection at an Academic Library
DESCRIPTION:Video games are increasingly acknowledged as significant cultural artifacts and valuable sources for interdisciplinary research. As interest in gaming continues to rise across fields such as computer science\, digital media\, and human-computer interaction\, libraries have a unique opportunity to enhance their collections to promote both academic scholarship and student engagement.\n\nThis poster outlines the development of a circulating physical video game collection at an academic library. It details the transition from informal support of gaming resources to a structured collection development and service model. Key areas of implementation include defining the collection's scope\, acquisition strategies for retail media\, considerations for cataloging and processing for games\, and circulation workflows for multi-component materials.\n\nThe poster also explores how gaming collections can support student success and contribute to the library's role as a campus community space. By treating games as legitimate scholarly and cultural artifacts\, libraries can also support faculty and researchers working across disciplines where gaming intersects with coursework and study. Practical lessons learned during planning and implementation will be shared\, along with recommendations for libraries interested in developing similar collections.\n \n
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:5318c04e3c73c1e62c9edc1eee432f0c
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/5318c04e3c73c1e62c9edc1eee432f0c
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SUMMARY:Libraries as Gateways to Digital Equity in Underserved Communities: Lessons from Indian Libraries in a Global Context
DESCRIPTION:In an increasingly digital society\, access to technology and digital skills is essential for education\, employment\, and civic participation. Yet many underserved communities worldwide continue to face barriers such as limited connectivity\, affordability challenges\, and lack of digital literacy.\n\nThis poster explores how libraries are actively promoting digital equity through community-based\, low-cost initiatives that expand access and inclusion. Using practical examples from Indian libraries\, it highlights strategies such as free public internet access\, digital literacy training for diverse age groups\, mobile library outreach\, and partnerships with local organizations.\n\nThe presentation connects these grassroots efforts with global library trends focused on access\, equity\, and community empowerment. It demonstrates how libraries\, regardless of size or funding\, can become digital inclusion hubs that support lifelong learning and social participation.\n\nBy sharing adaptable approaches from a developing context\, the poster encourages cross-cultural learning and offers actionable ideas for libraries seeking to reduce the digital divide in their own communities.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:27361202811312350f957219e54ad722
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/27361202811312350f957219e54ad722
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SUMMARY:Living Lands and Memories: Indigenous Paths through Google Earth
DESCRIPTION:This digital and interactive project invites users to explore Indigenous narratives through georeferenced points on Google Earth. Each location combines oral histories\, photos\, and contemporary landscapes from the Museu da Pessoa archive in Brazil\, offering an immersive journey into memory and territory.\nThe project promotes inclusive and democratic access to cultural heritage using free tools such as Google Earth and 123apps.com. It allows educators\, students\, and the general public to engage with Indigenous knowledge through open\, accessible\, and interactive learning.\nBy connecting memory\, territory\, and digital storytelling\, Living Lands and Memories demonstrates how libraries and cultural institutions can integrate free technologies to preserve and share voices that are often underrepresented.\nThe poster will showcase visual elements from the interactive map and include QR codes linking to the project and the Museu da Pessoa platform
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:06228fe6d09ff4fb9ddc2f86162ab091
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/06228fe6d09ff4fb9ddc2f86162ab091
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SUMMARY:Looking Past Cost Per Use: Metrics to Evaluate Journals
DESCRIPTION:Shrinking library budgets are a constant reality. In recent years acquisitions and collection librarians have worked to find the compromise between staying within the budget and meeting the needs of their users. Each year that goal gets harder. Finding transparent and reproduceable methods to evaluate journals year to year are necessary to keep libraries relevant and in-touch with their users. My poster outline the rubric I developed to evaluate journals and use in conjunction with cost-per-use.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:31e6b36c0e0324e07299bf1001aa3be8
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/31e6b36c0e0324e07299bf1001aa3be8
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SUMMARY:Mapping Accessibility at the Kentucky Geological Survey
DESCRIPTION:The Kentucky Geological Survey hosts dozens of websites and thousands of online materials for public view\, including real-time monitoring data about water\, seismic activity\, and more. This poster will include an overview of [NAME]’s Accessibility Plan and how [NAME] websites\, including interactive tools\, have been redesigned\, remediated\, or archived to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards to accommodate a larger potential audience for [NAME] information\, data\, and resources.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:cba660a987f0cd335796a13436317ef0
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/cba660a987f0cd335796a13436317ef0
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SUMMARY:Media Mentorship for Children and Families
DESCRIPTION:For more than a decade\, the Association for Library Service to Children has been encouraging children's and youth librarians to serve in media mentorship capacities to guide children and families in their use of technology and media. Yet little empirical research exists to validate the extent to which children's librarians are serving in this capacity nor the extent to which they feel prepared to do so. This poster will share findings from a research project exploring children's librarians' enactment of media mentorship and offer implications for practice.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:7bff0f5c1ab1ffaf3ee133f94f63af98
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/7bff0f5c1ab1ffaf3ee133f94f63af98
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SUMMARY:Mentoring Madness
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring can be a key to success in any field\, but it is especially important to early career librarians who are navigating the promotion and tenure process. At our academic library\, a mentoring program had been in existence for over a decade\, but the process was mostly ad hoc\, and there was very little guidance or oversight. Seeing the need for an updated approach\, we formed a task force of librarians from different units to revise and update our program. This poster session will describe our process for defining\, structuring and implementing a new mentoring program that we hope will meet the needs of our newest colleagues\, both tenure track and nontenure track.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:0bc4000564e1f3d9df9dc35617fd3395
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/0bc4000564e1f3d9df9dc35617fd3395
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SUMMARY:Mobile Libraries
DESCRIPTION:This poster session covers a new initiative of setting up mobile satellite libraries in underserved communities through community partnerships. It will explain how to find a location\, how they are set up\, the cost\, and the success.\n\n
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/296d407a7dd3426188742972aeb66047
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SUMMARY:Open Rules for Cataloging
DESCRIPTION:The Open Rules for Cataloging (ORC) is an open-source cataloging code currently under development by practicing catalogers to provide free\, pragmatic\, and ethically grounded guidelines for describing library resources. ORC responds to the growing need for accessible cataloging standards that are not locked behind paywalls and that reflect current library workflows. The project focuses on bibliographic resources commonly encountered in school\, public\, and academic libraries\, beginning with non-rare monographs.\nORC adheres to the IFLA Statement of International Cataloging Principles while emphasizing user convenience\, accuracy\, economy\, interoperability\, and openness. The guidelines are designed to be straightforward\, compatible with shared cataloging environments\, and primarily usable in MARC-based systems while supporting broader metadata exchange. By prioritizing clarity\, consistency\, and data reuse\, ORC aims to empower catalogers and support discovery across evolving technology platforms.\nThis poster introduces the vision\, scope\, and principles of ORC\, explains why a freely available cataloging code is needed\, and invites participation from the cataloging community.\n \n
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:e848e7c8459328a163d45ce3300bb4e2
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/e848e7c8459328a163d45ce3300bb4e2
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SUMMARY:Paws for Healing: Integrating Therapy Animals into Library Mental Health Support
DESCRIPTION:Therapy animals can be a low-barrier tool for promoting mental health in library spaces. Learn the process of developing and implementing therapy animal visits designed to support patron needs such a stress relief and reducing social isolation. Attendees will learn the science behind therapy animal visits and their mental health benefits\, best practices for partnering with certified therapy animal organizations\, and practical considerations like scheduling\, risk management\, staff training\, and accessibility. Whether you're just curious or ready to launch your own program\, this session offers actionable insights\, inspiring examples\, and a compassionate lens on how libraries can become healing-centered spaces. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with therapy animals during the presentation and will receive a guide on how to run a successful program.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:738432721179661f2a56e36100c6771f
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/738432721179661f2a56e36100c6771f
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SUMMARY:Pivot\, Buffer\, Repeat: How Middle Managers Navigate Constant Change
DESCRIPTION:Library middle managers operate at the intersection of multiple\, often competing expectations. They answer upward to senior leadership\, support and guide frontline staff\, respond to patron needs\, and collaborate with campus or community partners. This constant shifting of focus and priorities and buffering of competing needs creates conditions ripe for cognitive exhaustion\, where managers must rapidly toggle between conflicting demands and emotional tones. Over time\, the cumulative strain of these rapid pivots contributes to pivot fatigue\, an exhaustion born from perpetual change\, shifting directives\, and the pressure to always remain adaptable. \n \n&nbsp\;This presentation will define and introduce the framework of change exhaustion\, emotional whiplash\, and pivot fatigue\, specifically within library middle management roles and discuss their implications for leadership and staff support. In addition\, it will explore how organizational structures\, expectations\, and dysfunction exacerbate these challenges and contribute to the pivot fatigue cycle. The presenters will also share practical tips and coping strategies to support middle managers who find themselves stuck in the pivot fatigue cycle.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:13c116fd17ed4d18bdf58473ad4fe704
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/13c116fd17ed4d18bdf58473ad4fe704
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SUMMARY:Precision Wayfinding: Range-Level Collection Mapping at R1 Universities
DESCRIPTION:Large research universities have incredible library collections\, fostering research across many disciplines and spanning decades of collection development. The library catalog returns a wealth of information\, but how physically discoverable are those items on library shelves? This poster looks at the prevalence of collection mapping\, particularly shelf or range-level collection mapping\, at R1 universities. It also serves as a way to highlight a case study of implementing such a system at my large university library\, hopefully making the process easier for other libraries to implement at their own institutions.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:6c164d8a07d08c7f0c7600a893f62daa
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/6c164d8a07d08c7f0c7600a893f62daa
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SUMMARY:Reclaiming Scope: Job Crafting as a Response to Role Creep and Role Displacement in E-Resources & Serials Librarianship
DESCRIPTION:In lean academic library environments\, role creep often produces overload\, diluted authority\, and blurred accountability—particularly in e-resources and serials work. This poster applies job crafting theory to Metadata & Collections practice\, positioning it as a self-directed strategy for counteracting role displacement and restoring delegated authority. By comparing an original job description with current responsibilities and quantifying work through a time audit\, the poster demonstrates how intentional adjustments to tasks\, relationships\, and cognitive framing restored role clarity. Outcomes included clearer documentation of continuing resource obligations\, reduced duplication of effort\, and improved supervisor clarity. The poster also explores the psychological dimension of role drift: when professionals are distanced from the work that defines their expertise and the rationale for evolving expectations is not clearly articulated\, alignment between role and professional purpose can weaken. The poster argues that sustainable job crafting requires both individual agency and explicit leadership support and offers a transferable framework for technical services practitioners navigating role expansion and authority diffusion.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:19e4548ffd226e8e63e2dcb041397162
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/19e4548ffd226e8e63e2dcb041397162
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SUMMARY:Recognizing OER Champions: Assessing a Library-Led Award Advancing Student Affordability
DESCRIPTION:As textbook affordability remains a persistent challenge in higher education\, libraries are uniquely positioned to advance adoption of Open Educational Resources (OER) as a strategy for reducing financial barriers and promoting educational access. This poster describes how librarians used the GOST Framework (Goals\, Objectives\, Strategies\, Tactics) to design and launch an inaugural Library OER Faculty Champion Award aligned with their Strategic Plan 2025–2030.\n\nWhile briefly outlining the award’s development and implementation\, the poster centers on how the initiative was evaluated following its first cycle. It examines how librarians assessed the award criteria and rubric\, the nomination and selection process\, promotional strategies\, and the effectiveness of campus partnerships that supported the launch. Through this evaluative lens\, the project identifies refinements for future iterations and demonstrates how recognition of faculty engagement with OER reinforces student affordability\, inclusive access\, and equitable teaching practices as core institutional values rather than peripheral initiatives. \n\nIn addition to evaluating the full process\, this poster shares outcomes from the first award cycle\, including faculty participation\, campus response\, and lessons learned related to OER visibility and adoption. Attendees will gain practical tools and strategies for implementing sustainable library initiatives promoting student affordability\, student success\, and inclusive pedagogy.\n \n\n\n
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:a03a68d888d6f3350fc89f98755f2b51
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/a03a68d888d6f3350fc89f98755f2b51
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SUMMARY:Reframing Leadership: Updating Core’s Leadership and Management Competencies
DESCRIPTION:The Core Leadership and Management Competencies Working Group is conducting a comprehensive review and revision of the division’s leadership competencies framework. Since the last revision by LLAMA in 2016\, the professional landscape has shifted significantly. Libraries are navigating increased organizational complexity\, heightened attention to equity and inclusion initiatives\, evolving workforce expectations\, and rapid technological change.\n \n This poster shares an in-progress update on the revision process\, including emerging themes\, proposed structural reframing\, and areas under active reconsideration. In addition to updating language and scope\, the working group is examining how leadership competency frameworks function within broader institutional and systemic contexts and power dynamics\, including whose leadership is recognized\, cultivated\, and rewarded.\n \n Attendees will learn about the revision methodology\, key areas of expansion (including culturally responsive leadership\, inclusive decision-making\, and organizational context awareness)\, and be given opportunities to provide feedback before the revised competencies are finalized in 2027.\n \n&nbsp\;This session invites community input to ensure the revision process reflects the realities\, values\, and future direction of the Core community and the broader profession.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:e7b662c93e876d8be0e0dcf426f6d55a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/e7b662c93e876d8be0e0dcf426f6d55a
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SUMMARY:Scope\, Costs and RFQ: Aligning your Request for Qualifications with your Building Project and Budget
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to frame the needs of a building project to achieve a successful outcome and how to write a Request for Qualifications/Proposals that encapsulates what is really needed by the community. When searching for a design team for your building project it is important to balance concrete requirements with opportunities for creativity in a way that submissions can be compared apples to apples. Additionally\, unpack the full costs of building projects including hard costs\, soft costs\, design fees and escalation for realistic project planning.\n\nThis poster session presents the opportunity for libraries to hear from their RFQ/P respondent before issuing the RFQ/P. Understanding how the design professional reads and understands the request in the context of the design process can help a library target their building project accurately and efficiently. Addressing the library's most essential needs is key as library funding across the country is cut.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:5fd6c6e0eecfd602dcc629c3e822d994
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/5fd6c6e0eecfd602dcc629c3e822d994
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SUMMARY:Second Acts in Academic Librarianship: Trends\, Impacts\, and Implications
DESCRIPTION:How many of your team members are second-career librarians? Have you wondered how this might affect their approach to librarianship and the skills they bring from previous careers? After surveying more than 500 academic librarians across the United States\, we found that nearly 70 percent did not begin their professional lives in the library field. These findings challenge the long-held perception of librarianship as an early or primary career choice and highlight trends with significant implications for library education\, recruitment\, leadership development\, and burnout prevention. This session's speakers will detail the findings and discuss how library leaders can leverage their team's diverse experiences. Further\, as burnout remains a leading issue in librarianship\, understanding the motivations and needs of second-career professionals may offer new pathways for strengthening the future of the academic library workforce.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:4f8be552ec49ba1c12cebf4c27ab2edb
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/4f8be552ec49ba1c12cebf4c27ab2edb
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SUMMARY:Subject Heading Triage: Remediating With Limited Resources
DESCRIPTION:How does a library with limited staffing address problems with legacy metadata? At [NAME] Library\, the answer is to pinpoint the greatest need. In this case\, we have started "Subject Heading Triage." &nbsp\;This poster will show how we identified and remediated outdated\, insensitive\, and harmful subject headings in a large academic cataloging.\n\nThe project focuses on a specific pain point: "CarP" records—minimal-level entries migrated from the physical card catalog in the 1990s that have remained largely untouched. We utilized an article by Steven A Knowlton (2005) to isolate the most egregious subject headings of the 20th century. Then using a shared spreadsheet\, the department located and updated these subject headings that would otherwise be missed.\n\nViewers will learn how to:\n1. Isolate legacy record sets (like CarP) in need of remediation.\n2. Prioritize remediation efforts using established scholarship.\n3. Execute a "worst-first" strategy that makes the catalog more accessible despite limited resources.\n \n
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3b0e6c3ffb1e9d658b6dccc469049750
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/3b0e6c3ffb1e9d658b6dccc469049750
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SUMMARY:The Open Access Trap? Navigating the Fair Use Paradox of AI in Academic Libraries
DESCRIPTION:As academic institutions embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for efficiency\, a critical equity gap has emerged: the commercial exploitation of Open Access (OA) scholarship. While courts increasingly view AI training as transformative fair use\, this legal framing often benefits commercial entities more than the academic creators providing the material.\n\nThis poster explores the dual-sided copyright risks facing today's researchers. First\, the permissive nature of OA licenses allows AI companies to ingest scholarly content without compensation. Second\, authors may unknowingly surrender their intellectual property by feeding unpublished manuscripts into tools that prioritize corporate profit over the mission of open knowledge.\n\nTo address these challenges\, the poster introduces a "Copyright Self-Defense" checklist. This framework provides a path for librarians to advocate for researcher rights without impeding institutional AI adoption. The goal is to move beyond basic AI literacy toward a practical\, librarian-led guidance model. By highlighting technical and rights-based recommendations\, this session empowers libraries to protect their community’s intellectual output and remain steadfast in the mission of open scholarship.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:92f785c55ed2eff298842898bc8d8a85
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/92f785c55ed2eff298842898bc8d8a85
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SUMMARY:To Make Assessment Strategic - Identify the Gaps!
DESCRIPTION:To be strategic\, libraries commonly track numbers for an exhaustive list of services and systems. We track numbers for reference\, teaching\, hires\, seats\, square footage\, loans made or received\, resources catalogued\, clicks on pages\, downloads\, money spent\, etc. We use these numbers to evaluate if we’re meeting service needs\, to anticipate future needs\, and to follow changes over time. But when we list out all of the questions we wish we could answer (and answer now)\, we can’t always match those questions to the data we currently gather.\n \n&nbsp\;In order to prioritize assessment work and devise an assessment plan at our library\, I began by collecting information about both what data we already gather and what answers we wish we had. The results highlighted a gap in our data collecting\, which has been heavy on numbers and light on the qualitative assessment that would answer questions like: “what do students do when they run into a dead-end in our discovery tool?” “What do students like and dislike about our spaces?” “Where else are students going to find resources if not to resources we provide (and are they successful)? This poster will document my method and findings.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/40129da510e63e017e0d578ec81f1c63
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
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SUMMARY:Visualizing the Advancement of Open Access Through Radical Interdependence
DESCRIPTION:In an increasingly complex and global open access publishing landscape\, collaboration among stakeholder groups is more urgent than ever. Through storytelling and network visualizations\, this poster will reveal how the transformation of scholarly communication requires bringing together individuals with expertise in publishing\, licensing\, information technology\, metadata\, digital preservation\, and marketing as well as research\, teaching\, and learning. All libraries and library workers have meaningful opportunities to engage in various ways with open access. From our vantage point at a nonprofit membership organization\, we contend that radical interdependence lies at the heart of the strategic collaborations needed to advance open access. Our partnerships with libraries of all types and sizes\, publishers of all sorts\, and library consortia around the world have surfaced many inspiring examples of radical interdependence in action. All too often\, those examples are invisible to stakeholders beyond those directly involved. By visualizing interconnections and sharing stories in this poster\, we seek to facilitate discussion on how all library workers and other stakeholders can work together more effectively to fulfill the promises of the open access movement.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:5eb6ecfcfee20674f932e1d6b97b6103
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/5eb6ecfcfee20674f932e1d6b97b6103
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T150000Z
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SUMMARY:“A Look into Louisville: Consumer Health & AI”
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an emerging technology that the public is using increasingly for menial tasks such as creating a grocery list or writing an email\; but what happens when an individual seeks AI guidance about their physical health before seeking guidance from a human clinician? This poster presentation will highlight the progress and findings of a microstudy based in Louisville. The study is focused on how consumer health information is being sought out by human users and then disseminated via artificial intelligence large language models (LLMs). The presenter will report on background literature regarding AI and consumer health in a succinct format\, such as pros and cons. After briefly touching on background information\, the presenter will discuss how the study has been conducted (via one-to-one interviews with local Louisville (residents)\, then share thematic findings based on the verbal interviews and testimonies of the study participants. All data reported will be based on de-identified\, anonymized testimonies to protect the privacy of every participant. Towards the end of the presentation\, the presenter will discuss future implications and how librarians can promote technological/AI literacy and health literacy among their patrons.
CATEGORIES:POSTER
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/d52656b544aa124d19757c68110765d6
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Combining Your Safety & Social Services Teams: Challenges & Successes
DESCRIPTION:Organizations that serve vulnerable populations often rely on both safety personnel and social service professionals to create stable\, supportive environments. While these teams share a common mission—protecting and supporting individuals—their roles\, training\, and operational priorities can differ significantly. Successfully integrating these groups requires thoughtful planning\, clear communication\, and a shared understanding of goals.\nThis presentation explores the process of combining safety and social services teams into a cohesive\, collaborative unit. We will examine common challenges organizations encounter\, including cultural differences between departments\, role clarity\, communication gaps\, and balancing enforcement with compassionate care. The session will also highlight strategies for overcoming these obstacles through cross-training\, policy alignment\, and leadership support.\nIn addition to discussing potential barriers\, the presentation will showcase real-world successes that demonstrate the benefits of integration. Participants will learn how unified teams can improve responses\, strengthen relationships with patrons\, reduce behavioral escalations\, and create safer environments for both staff and those they serve.\nAttendees will leave with practical insights\, lessons learned\, and actionable strategies for fostering collaboration between safety and social service professionals. Whether your organization is considering integration or refining an existing model\, this session will provide valuable guidance for building a coordinated approach that enhances both safety and support.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:edfdfefce1af2d61a497b1311560b61e
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/edfdfefce1af2d61a497b1311560b61e
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Designing for Inclusion: Creating Sensory Spaces for Neurodiverse Library Users
DESCRIPTION:Designing inclusive\, supportive library environments requires thoughtful attention to the needs of neurodiverse users and others with sensory-processing differences. This session explores how a private\, four year institution’s academic library collaborated with campus partners and students with disabilities to create a dedicated sensory space—an intentionally calming environment that supports emotional regulation\, focus\, and well being. Grounded in a multi tiered user research framework\, the project centered students who self identified as having sensory needs and invited them to directly shape design decisions\, furniture and equipment selection\, and overall functionality.\nThe session will trace the full lifecycle of the project\, including building cross-campus coalitions\, aligning the initiative with institutional priorities\, securing external grant funding\, and managing a multi year planning and implementation process. Presenters will share high level findings from user research\; examples of effective collaboration with accessibility services\, counseling staff\, and facilities teams\; and practical guidance for developing policies\, budgeting\, procurement\, and long term sustainability.\nParticipants will leave with adaptable strategies for replicating sensory spaces in academic\, public\, or specialized library settings. By highlighting the social model of disability and emphasizing meaningful inclusion\, the session demonstrates how libraries can transform physical spaces to better support neurodiverse community members and advance equity within their organizations.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:fc5a63bce7328021aa8dada308089374
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/fc5a63bce7328021aa8dada308089374
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
DTEND:20261120T170000Z
SUMMARY:Navigating the Surge: Developing Policies for AI-Generated Books
DESCRIPTION:As generative AI floods the publishing market\, libraries face a new frontier in collection management. This presentation explores the critical intersection of Artificial Intelligence and collection development\, addressing the fundamental question: Should we include AI-written books in our stacks?\nWe will dive into practical strategies for identifying AI-generated content using specialized checklists and red-flag indicators. Beyond identification\, we will discuss the policy implications for your library—examining whether your current Collection Development Policy is equipped for this shift or if new standards for "quality" and "authorship" are required.\nThe session covers the entire workflow of a suspected AI book\, from the selector’s decision to buy or bypass\, to cataloging options and MARC record notations\, and the ethical implications of creating an original bibliographic record to add to OCLC. We will also share templates for communicating with requestors and discuss the ethics of warning the broader community through reviews. Attendees will leave with a draft AI checklist and a wealth of resources to help their institutions make informed\, consistent decisions. Join us to discuss how we can maintain high collection standards while navigating the complexities of machine-authored literature.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:37b3b656d41f599af3fe19f5ac67eb04
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/37b3b656d41f599af3fe19f5ac67eb04
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Top Tech Trends
DESCRIPTION:Emerging technology trends are rapidly evolving and have the power to transform the way libraries operate. Stay ahead of these changes by joining our Top Tech Trends panel! Our expert panelists\, representing a diverse range of libraries\, will share their insights on the latest technological developments and their potential impact on library services and staff. This session will explore key trends shaping the future of libraries and provide valuable perspectives on how to navigate these innovations. Come ready with questions—our panelists are excited to discuss and engage with you!
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:28d6c18983e10facd37a8c9db090bc42
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/28d6c18983e10facd37a8c9db090bc42
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Two Sides\, Two Coins: Shared Print and Preservation
DESCRIPTION:Shared print and preservation are strategies in support of libraries’ mission to provide access to collections. Shared print programs enable libraries to coordinate information resource holdings across institutions in service of efficient\, long-term access to the collective scholarly record. Library preservation programs focus on the protection of library materials and mitigation of deteriorating forces that threaten long-term access. While these programs are not two sides of the same coin\, they offer complementary strategies in pursuit of a mutual goal. However\, just as no retention commitment can protect a book from unrecoverable damage in a mold outbreak\, repairing a damaged book is of no use to a partnership program if the owning library withdraws its commitment.\nThis session will explore areas of mutual concern and interest for shared print and preservation. Using "A Model to Determine Optimal Numbers of Monograph Copies for Preservation in Shared Print Collections" (Bogus et al\, 2023) as a springboard\, we will offer considerations and questions for collection management and preservation decisions. We will look at both areas of practice as mutually beneficial\, but also as areas of expertise raising important considerations for each other. The resulting discussion will surface a shared agenda for future investigation.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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UID:860524112e4e6ed2c82f8bda192c1827
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/860524112e4e6ed2c82f8bda192c1827
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T160000Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Career Advancement in Academic Libraries: Motivators\, Barriers\, and Pathways to Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Academic libraries increasingly recognize that cultivating effective senior leaders is essential for the profession and for the stability of our organizations\, yet little is known about what motivates\, prepares\, or discourages librarians from pursuing these roles. At the same time\, the profession faces impending retirements and growing uncertainty about whether the existing pipeline can meet future leadership needs. Drawing from a systematic review on career advancement in academic libraries\, this presentation will summarize recent research on the experiences\, challenges\, and turning points that shape librarians’ trajectories toward (or away from) senior leadership roles. The authors will highlight key findings\, including the outsized importance of leadership institutes\, mentorship\, and “stretch” assignments\, the paradox that many crucial leadership skills cannot be acquired until one already holds a leadership role\, and the continued impact of racism\, sexism\, and organizational culture on advancement opportunities. The presentation will also consider how unclear advancement pathways\, limited mid‑career support\, and inequities in access to professional development constrain the leadership pipeline. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of what supports or discourages librarians’ pursuit of senior roles and how institutions can more effectively cultivate a diverse and well‑prepared generation of future library leaders.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:29088e95f4ffe7543ec1cbf7c4fba204
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/29088e95f4ffe7543ec1cbf7c4fba204
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T170000Z
DTEND:20261120T183000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch On Your Own
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:5cdaaf3065a974a47155ba550cbab78e
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/5cdaaf3065a974a47155ba550cbab78e
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:Contributing Back: How Libraries Can Participate in Open-Source Communities Without a Developer on Staff
DESCRIPTION:Libraries have long embraced open-source software as a practical alternative to costly proprietary systems\, but participation in these communities often stops at the download. Many library staff assume that contributing back requires programming skills they don’t have — leaving a significant gap between what libraries consume and what they give back to the tools they depend on.\n\nThis session challenges that assumption. Contributing to open-source projects takes many forms: writing documentation\, translating interfaces\, submitting bug reports\, testing new releases\, and advocating for features that serve library-specific needs. None of these require writing a single line of code.\n\nDrawing on real examples from libraries of varying sizes and resource levels\, this session explores what motivates institutions to start contributing\, what barriers they encounter\, and what sustainable participation looks like when staff are already stretched thin. The session also addresses how to make the case to administrators that time spent on open-source contribution is time well spent.\n\nAttendees will leave with a clearer picture of the contribution landscape\, concrete first steps regardless of technical skill level\, and a framework for building institutional support for ongoing participation.\n \n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3c1dc6caf0c76d2ecbfb070bd2f2b56e
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/3c1dc6caf0c76d2ecbfb070bd2f2b56e
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:Modern Middle Leadership: Redefining How to Lead at the Most Crucial Level
DESCRIPTION:Middle‑management leaders serve as the crucial link between organizational strategy and day‑to‑day operations\, translating broad vision into practical action while advocating for both staff and community needs. This session explores what happens when that translation is successful: When active listening\, shared leadership\, and the intentional elevation of staff and stakeholder expertise fuel forward movement. We will share key strategies to narrow approaches and strengthen outcomes from our own successful and less successful attempts. Presenters from two distinct roles will share how they navigate the complex work of acting as interpreters\, coaches\, and connectors between organizational strategy\, decision‑makers\, and frontline realities. The session examines two essential concepts: how leaders can support staff in embracing change even without direct decision-making authority\, and how they can identify and elevate staff expertise to build collective ownership confidence\, and psychological safety in the workplace. Participants will walk away feeling confident in providing responsive communication and an articulated “why”: to create alignment across departments\, differing team structures\, and diverse operational models\, connecting systemwide goals and vision into everyday work that centers community impact and user experience\, and recognizing shared power as a form of self-care.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f15f0704b443e4a1e2ac345481f3849e
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:On Our Terms: Building a Community Subject Thesaurus for Radical Materials
DESCRIPTION:The Zine Subject Thesaurus (ZST) is a set of subject terms that can be used to catalog zines and other alternative publications or content. Developed in 2008 for the Anchor Archive Zine Library catalog and recently expanded\, the ZST aims to better describe topics in radical materials and to address issues of diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and accessibility in standardized subject headings. The ZST has over 1800 terms and is now used by zine collections worldwide\, collectively maintained by members of the zine and zine library community.\nTwo members of the Zine Thesaurus Management Collective will introduce participants to equity issues in existing subject heading vocabularies\, explain how to use the ZST to ameliorate these concerns\, then lead participants in a brief edit-a-thon. Participants will work collaboratively to suggest terms\, evaluate terms\, choose preferred terms\, and create relationships with other terms in the Thesaurus. In a think-pair-share activity\, attendees will reflect on and discuss their newfound insight into how to use the ZST and other tools to apply respectful\, up-to-date terminology that accurately reflects language used by marginalized creators.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b509d6fa22325a47139dfa122edf09d1
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/b509d6fa22325a47139dfa122edf09d1
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:Safe by Design: Moving Beyond Technology to Create Safer Libraries
DESCRIPTION:What makes a library safe? This question is at the forefront of every librarian’s mind. Too often\, safety is addressed primarily through technology—security gates\, cameras\, and sensors. While these tools can be effective\, they are not enough on their own.\nA truly safe library begins with intentional\, well-designed spaces that naturally support visibility\, accessibility\, and positive use—helping to prevent crime before it occurs.\nThis session explores how thoughtful architectural and interior design\, guided by Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles\, can enhance safety while preserving the welcoming\, civic spirit of libraries. Through real-world examples\, practical strategies\, and case studies\, participants will learn how good design can quietly protect both people and collections—without relying solely on surveillance or barriers.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/3524538374e5833bef359bc41dbbe621
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:Stewards in the Storm: Preservation\, Preparedness\, and Community Memory in Libraries
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explore the vital role that librarians play in disaster preparedness\, emphasizing how preserving communities’ experiences and ensuring the sustainability of information and knowledge are vital for disaster response. The presenters will incorporate the IDEA model — Integrity\, Data\, Evidence\, and Action — in this session and highlight best practices for data-driven\, strategic risk and crisis communication. There will also be real-world examples and lessons learned from disaster scenarios\, showcasing how libraries can safeguard both physical and digital materials to protect local history and lived experiences. Attendees will gain insight into proactive planning and collaboration with emergency services. From this session\, librarians will leave by embracing their role as stewards of cultural preservation and sustainability\, by helping communities recover and respond to future challenges.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f5cfcd43d2fa3143ae9c87bb3ec4dfd1
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/f5cfcd43d2fa3143ae9c87bb3ec4dfd1
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T183000Z
DTEND:20261120T193000Z
SUMMARY:Unlocking the Library: Strategies for Creating an Open Access Library
DESCRIPTION:As communities demand greater flexibility\, many public libraries face the challenge of expanding access while navigating stagnant budgets and staffing shortages. This session explores the emerging "open library" model\, which leverages specialized facility design and integrated technology to support unstaffed hours for extended service to patrons.\nThrough the lens of recent case studies across the US\, including rural and urban branches\, we will examine how specific architectural interventions and hardware solutions allow libraries to increase open hours. The discussion will cover the essential technical infrastructure required\, such as automated building controls\, integrated security systems\, and self-service kiosks. We will also address the "human" side of the transition: safety protocols\, user agreements\, and communication strategies that ensure staff and community buy-in. Attendees will walk away with a framework to evaluate their own facilities for "open access" suitability and the tools to frame this model as a value-added service for their community.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b2ee0786097b32ab24fabb51a99c7ccb
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/b2ee0786097b32ab24fabb51a99c7ccb
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T193000Z
DTEND:20261120T200000Z
SUMMARY:Afternoon Break with Vendors
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9bd6fcfa86a61b08893964187d9b0669
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/9bd6fcfa86a61b08893964187d9b0669
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:ALA Core Best Furniture & Equipment: Trends\, Innovation\, and Smart Product Selection for Today’s Libraries
DESCRIPTION:This session highlights standout furniture and equipment recognized in the ALA Core Best Furniture & Equipment 2026 Product Selection Showcase. Attendees will explore thoughtfully curated products across key library categories from furniture\, to materials to shelving that have stood through the rough use and abusive of the library.\nThe showcase emphasizes flexible\, durable\, sustainable\, and design-forward solutions that respond to evolving library needs. Featured products demonstrate trends such as modular collaboration zones\, privacy-forward seating\, mobile and height-adjustable workstations\, bleach-cleanable upholstery\, high-durability materials\, and adaptable table systems for maker and multipurpose spaces.Participants will gain insight into evaluating furniture for function\, longevity\, cleanability\, sustainability\, and cost-effectiveness while balancing aesthetics and user experience. This session equips library professionals with practical strategies for selecting furniture and equipment that support active learning\, community engagement\, and future-ready library environments.\n\n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:558316ddf87d235c05aecea73e31a7a5
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/558316ddf87d235c05aecea73e31a7a5
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:How Public Libraries Are Advancing AI: A Panel on Strategy\, Access\, and Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Public libraries are no longer just talking about AI\; they are putting it to work! This panel will feature leaders from multiple library systems sharing how they are advancing AI through strategy\, staff enablement\, public engagement\, and pilot projects. Panelists will discuss practical lessons from early implementation\, including how they are selecting use cases\, supporting internal adoption\, exploring emerging tools\, and connecting AI efforts to access\, equity\, and community needs. The conversation will also highlight how libraries can create meaningful public learning opportunities\, including youth-centered and creative applications\, while staying grounded in responsible use and service impact. Attendees will gain practical insights into how libraries are moving from AI exploration to execution\, along with adaptable ideas for launching or strengthening their own efforts.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1f304eeb41516e4a77b85bccd0420936
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/1f304eeb41516e4a77b85bccd0420936
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:Sharing Your Expertise Through Consulting: Core Library Consulting Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:Have you considered consulting after you retire? While working full time? Or even as your next career? This fast-paced panel of library consultants will share how they got started\, offer practical advice and hard-won lessons\, and show how they are using their expertise to support libraries across the field. Bring your questions.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:adf561c9b3e76985e758e71f8a8db32b
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/adf561c9b3e76985e758e71f8a8db32b
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:Sponsored Session
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored Session
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2d952cc80f45fe27f510a410e871335c
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2d952cc80f45fe27f510a410e871335c
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:The Overlooked Advantage: How Different Thinkers Strengthen Organizations
DESCRIPTION:Organizations committed to equity often focus on representation\, yet cognitive diversity is frequently overlooked in conversations about inclusion. Many professionals with ADHD and other neurodivergent traits bring creativity\, pattern recognition\, and innovative problem-solving to their roles\, but traditional workplace structures may unintentionally discourage these strengths.\nThis session explores how leaders can better recognize and support diverse thinking styles within teams. Drawing on lived experience with ADHD and leadership perspectives from organizational environments\, the presentation highlights how neurodivergent professionals often develop resilience\, adaptability\, and unique approaches to complex challenges.\nParticipants will explore practical strategies to foster inclusive collaboration\, reduce barriers created by traditional workplace expectations\, and create environments where diverse thinking styles contribute to stronger teams and more innovative outcomes.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2e0c2f03b890aa432756a0fd48cac529
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2e0c2f03b890aa432756a0fd48cac529
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:The ROI of Open: Communicating the Value of Transformative Agreements
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6baaada990c39b53fb79d29935a73c02
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/6baaada990c39b53fb79d29935a73c02
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T200000Z
DTEND:20261120T210000Z
SUMMARY:When the Big Project Won’t Come: Leading Library Renewal One Phase at a Time
DESCRIPTION:Academic libraries are among the most heavily used buildings on campus\, yet major capital projects are increasingly delayed\, reduced\, or broken into funding cycles tied to state appropriations\, donors timelines\, or campus priorities. When comprehensive renovation is not possible\, library leaders must move forward incrementally without losing momentum or vision. This session brings together library leaders who have navigated multi-phase renovation efforts over many years. Each panelist will briefly share their institutional context and key decision points via the three lenses: A Tactical lens considers service continuity\, swing space limitations\, sequencing and operational impacts\; a Business lens looks at capital finance strategies\, funding cycles\, costs over time\, alignment with building systems and the big umbrella within which the library fits\; and a Human lens which brings aspirational/value-based thinking addressing access to library services during projects\, staff and student experience during construction\, and equity implications of phased disruption.\nThe moderated discussion will explore how to prioritize phases\, integrate deferred maintenance with programmatic change\, maintain service continuity\, and align incremental projects with a long-term master plan.\nParticipants will leave with practical frameworks and leadership strategies for advancing meaningful renewal when capital arrives in pieces rather than all at once.
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:dafdee5c60e418ee83e9533650ec412e
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/dafdee5c60e418ee83e9533650ec412e
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T210000Z
DTEND:20261120T211500Z
SUMMARY:Afternoon Break with Vendors
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CATEGORIES:CONFERENCE ACTIVITY
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:2d33c92824b7363eefa2f6714bb0ed9a
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/2d33c92824b7363eefa2f6714bb0ed9a
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
DTSTART:20261120T211500Z
DTEND:20261120T221500Z
SUMMARY:Access in Flux: What Librarians Need to Know About the Changing Scholarly Landscape
DESCRIPTION:The last 24 months have been a rollercoaster for online resource access. Rapid changes in browser technologies and evolving regulatory frameworks have introduced new barriers and uncertainties\, making it harder than ever to provide users with seamless\, secure\, and reliable access to the scholarly content they need. These challenges are reshaping how libraries\, publishers\, and service providers think about authentication and access. \n\nSeamlessAccess is an initiative dedicated to improving the access experience by offering a collaborative framework that helps the community navigate the complex intersection of technology\, policy\, and user experience. Positioned at the crossroads of these evolving challenges\, SeamlessAccess develops solutions grounded in four guiding principles: usability\, privacy\, reliability\, and security. \n\nThis session will explore these principles\, highlight the latest developments in the resource access ecosystem\, and discuss the ongoing development of the Access Audit Toolkit – a practical framework for auditing resource access. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the shifting access landscape\, practical strategies for evaluating and improving resource access\, and a stronger sense of how SeamlessAccess supports libraries. \n \n
CATEGORIES:BREAKOUT
LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9f93ac87f5425df290579e0390637db7
URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/9f93ac87f5425df290579e0390637db7
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DTSTAMP:20260531T055427Z
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SUMMARY:AI Use by Library Technical Services Workers in the U.S. and Canada
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will share findings from our 2026 survey on the current use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools by library technical services workers. A brief introduction to various AI tools will be provided for those who have not yet engaged with these tools. Our research data provides the first comprehensive view of AI adoption in technical services. We will share information from our research about who is using these tools (e.g.\, types of libraries)\, where they are most commonly deployed (e.g.\, cataloging department)\, and how they are being implemented to strengthen technical services workflows. Attendees will learn about some practical project examples of AI-supported work across various areas of technical services. These examples may be adaptable/transferable to their own institutions and/or spark some ideas on how attendees can use AI tools in their own work. The session is designed to be interactive with the audience participating in real-time polls and a discussion/sharing about their AI experiences within technical services. This topic and discussion will be of interest to any library technical services worker\, whether you are someone just beginning to explore or an experienced user\, we are all learning together.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/4172e0bfe2b16a61a60ad676e314ccdb
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SUMMARY:Designing for Behavior: How Space Planning Shapes Student Conduct
DESCRIPTION:Creating effective study environments is essential to supporting student success\, especially as academic libraries face increased demand for quiet\, focused spaces. At the Redacted Library\, staff found that furniture selection\, layout\, and sightlines influenced noise and disruptive behavior more reliably than policy enforcement alone. This session reframes space planning as a behavioral intervention by illustrating how intentional design can shape conduct amid rapid enrollment growth and post pandemic shifts in student behavior.\nDrawing on five years of behavioral data\, QR based noise heat maps\, and iterative redesigns\, we highlight clear furniture and behavior correlations: lounge seating\, large group tables\, and movable soft chairs tend to attract social clustering\, while anchored single seating\, study carrels\, structured layouts\, and improved visibility significantly reduce disruptions. We introduce a practical Behavior by Design Toolkit to help libraries assess spaces\, map behavior patterns\, and select furnishings that reinforce desired norms. Attendees will gain evidence-based design principles\, heat mapping templates\, and guidance for furniture decision making. These insights extend beyond quiet zones. The same behavioral patterns inform the design of group study rooms\, collaboration hubs\, and learning commons\, demonstrating how intentional space planning creates environments that naturally support their intended uses.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/c8b156a90edb3b5e9d26d20dddd49461
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SUMMARY:From Flat Files to Knowledge Graphs: Rescuing an Endangered Dataset with Wikidata
DESCRIPTION:For years\, librarians have been hearing promises about the potential of linked data and identity management to transform workflows and enhance discoverability\, but most catalogers have had little opportunity to put these ideas into practice\, particularly those working at institutions without extensive resources for development of emerging metadata technologies. This presentation\, drawing on the presenters’ recent project to rescue an endangered dataset documenting their institution’s early women faculty\, will discuss low-barrier approaches to linked data and identity management\, incorporating Wikidata and participation in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) Entity Management Cooperative (EMCO).\nIn 2024\, the metadata team learned that\, due to security concerns\, the library’s technology department would be taking down a local database that contained extensive information about the often-overlooked women faculty who formed the backbone of the institution in its early years as a teaching college. The team saw this as an opportunity to rescue this data and give it new visibility in the larger information ecosystem of Wikidata. The presenters will share their experience working on this EMCO pilot project\, and will provide practical strategies and tools for sharing and visualizing institutionally important data in Wikidata that attendees can apply to their own projects.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/7bfb8fc62e9ba6c3e790f76dd4bfca43
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SUMMARY:I Trust You: How Three Little Words Can Unleash Your Team
DESCRIPTION:As library leaders\, it is important for employees to hear that you trust them. Of course\, you have already placed trust in your employees – you have hired them! But saying the words out loud is powerful. It is an agreement\, an understanding\, and it requires commitment from both parties. The first commitment is on the part of the library leader who is extending trust. She is saying\, “I trust you to do your best and to consider your actions. I also trust you to speak up when you need help\, or when something goes wrong. I can’t help if I don’t know that a problem exists.” The second commitment is on the part of the employee. By accepting the trust of the supervisor\, the employee promises to do their best not to let the supervisor down\, but also to trust her at her word – that she will support the employee if a mistake occurs. These three words can change the way employees view library leaders\, but they can also change how employees view themselves. Saying\, “I trust you\,” creates a learning opportunity\, and a chance for employees to grow\, which is empowering.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/231d2836c37a7ab32670c6e0d5136c0a
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SUMMARY:Librarian\, Architect\, and Community: A Cross-Stakeholder Conversation Assessing a Community-Engaged Public Library Project
DESCRIPTION:A new County public library in a diverse neighborhood adjoining a mid-sized Mid-Atlantic city opened in 2019 following an ambitious\, community-engaged design process. Workshops were held. Surveys were conducted. Voices were heard. But five years later\, a critical question remains: Did the building deliver on its promise of access and equity?\nThis session moves beyond design intent and into lived experience. Through a cross-stakeholder conversation\, a librarian\, the architect\, and a graduate researcher examine what worked\, what surprised them\, and what the data reveals about how the community actually uses the space.\nDrawing on post-occupancy surveys and interviews with patrons and staff\, the panel will discuss findings related to seating choices\, spatial zoning\, interior design decisions\, and user satisfaction. Where did early community input shape outcomes? Where did reality diverge from expectation? And how can libraries better translate engagement into measurable impact?\nRather than presenting a single narrative\, this session stages a candid dialogue across roles and perspectives. Attendees will leave with practical strategies for turning community engagement from a checkbox into a sustained\, research-informed partnership — ensuring that public libraries are not only designed for communities\, but truly shaped with them.
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LOCATION:Louisville\, KY\, USA
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URL:http://2026coreforum.sched.com/event/92a2f8c7cba2bfa7cd16db0518c209f3
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