Archive for March 2014

Reminder: ALA/LLAMA Election is Open

March 26, 2014

Please remember to vote in the 2014 ALA/LLAMA election.  If you were a LLAMA member as of January 31, 2014, you should have received an email with a unique passcode and information about how to vote.  If you have problems accessing your ballot, contact support@directvote.net. Voting began March 19, and online ballots will be available […]

LLAMA Webinar Explores Rubrics for Hiring and Evaluation

March 24, 2014

If you are looking for a fairer and more accurate way to select new hires or evaluate current employees, using rubrics may be just the tool you need.  The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Keeping it Fair: Using Rubrics in Hiring and Evaluations” on Wed., Apr. 23, at 1:30 – 3:00 PM […]

LL&M Seeks Associate Editor

March 20, 2014

LLAMA is accepting applications for associate editor of LL&M.  The position requires a four-year commitment: two years as associate editor (2014-16) and two as editor (2016-18).  The term will begin this fall with Volume 29. Position Description: The role of the associate editor has varied over the years, and will be finalized in consultation with […]

Call for Jurors – Library Building Awards

March 19, 2014

The LLAMA Buildings and Equipment Section (BES) is seeking jurors for the 2015 ALA/AIA Library Buildings Award competition. Jointly sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the prestigious biennial competition recognizes excellence in the architectural design and planning of libraries. The 2015 Juror Application is due via email […]

Volunteer with LLAMA!

March 11, 2014

The LLAMA committee volunteer form for section and division-level appointments is now open.  Click here  to learn more and to volunteer. The deadline to volunteer is May 30, and terms begin July 1, 2014. Your committee service will not only allow you to impact our profession, but will help you develop leadership skills while building […]

Free LLAMA Webinar Presents Interviewing Tips to Get a Job

March 10, 2014

The Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA) will present “Interviewing Tips to Get a Job” on Wed., April 9, 2014, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (Central Time).  This free webinar will help prepare participants for interviewing and offer insight into the interviewing process from the employer’s viewpoint.  It will include examples of interviewing behavior […]

New Member Spotlight Posted

March 3, 2014

Pixey Anne Mosley, Professor and Associate Dean for Administrative and Faculty Services, at Texas A&M University Libraries, is featured in the latest Member Spotlight. You can read about Pixey here. Throughout the year, the Membership Committee features a new member in the Member Spotlight. It’s a great way for you to you meet your colleagues […]