For many academic institutions that do full-day, on-site interviews of librarian candidates, the interview process is a grueling one that is intended to identify and weed out less desirable candidates. But this can send mixed messages to candidates and result in losing talented or diverse candidates. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present […]
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LLAMA webinar explores marketing with Facebook
October 10, 2014Are you making the most of Facebook for marketing your library? The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “If they like you, they will come: Leveraging Facebook ads for your library”, on Wed., Nov. 5, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). This webinar will feature proven examples of using Facebook to successfully […]
LLAMA webinar identifies core competencies of assessment
October 6, 2014Do you know what skills are needed to obtain or succeed in a library assessment position? The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) can help you find out. LLAMA’s Measurement, Assessment and Evaluation Section (LLAMA-MAES) will present “Core Competencies for Librarians Engaged in Assessment,†on Wed., Oct. 29, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). […]
LLAMA Webinar provides tips for managing a library instruction/outreach program
September 18, 2014If you are looking for fresh ideas about managing your library outreach and instruction program, then LLAMA has a webinar that can help. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Tips for Managing a Library Instruction/Outreach Program,†on Wed., Oct. 15, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM (Central time). This webinar will provide practical ideas to […]
LLAMA Webinar Explores New Methods of Collecting Building Use Data
June 23, 2014As the use of library space continues to evolve rapidly, the collection of building use and space data has become increasingly crucial for all types of libraries. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Beyond the Gate and Counting: Collecting and Organizing Building Use Data in Public and Academic Libraries,†on Wed., July […]
Free Webinar Introduces LLAMA’s New Professionals Section
May 20, 2014Are you are a new or aspiring library professional facing the challenges of finishing school, looking for a job, or working hard to succeed in your first position? LLAMA’s New Professionals Section (NPS) may be just what you need. The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “NPS 101: An Introduction to LLAMA’s New […]
LLAMA webinar shows how data promotes interdepartmental partnerships
May 12, 2014While many academic libraries host external campus departments, it is less common for libraries to work with these departments to create and offer integrated services. Careful planning is critical to their success and includes not only communication between different units, but also thorough assessment and data gathering.  The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will […]
LLAMA ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF ALA/IIDA LIBRARY INTERIOR DESIGN AWARDS
April 25, 2014The Library Leadership and Management Association  and The International Interior Design Association are pleased to announce the winners of the 2014 Library Interior Design Awards. This biennial competition honors international excellence in library Interior Design. Award winners demonstrate excellence in aesthetics, design, creativity, function, and satisfaction of the client’s objectives. “The entries that we received […]
Announcing Eight winners of the 2014 John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award
April 24, 2014The John Cotton Dana Award, sponsored by the H.W. Wilson Foundation, EBSCO, and the Library Leadership and Management Association, a division of the American Library Association, honors outstanding library public relations. In recognition of their achievement, John Cotton Dana award winners each receive a $10,000 cash award from the H.W. Wilson Foundation. This year the […]
“Interviewing Tips to Get a Job†now available as a free recording
April 18, 2014LLAMA’s recent webinar, “Interviewing Tips to Get a Job,†is now available as a free recording at http://www.ala.org/llama/4-9-14llamawebinar.  This webinar helps prepare participants for interviewing and offers insight into the interviewing process from the employer’s viewpoint. It includes examples of interviewing behavior and questions/answers to illustrate how to best prepare for impressing potential employers. Presenter […]
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