Snackable Videos: Responding to Faculty and Student Needs with Bite-Size Content will be an engaging and interactive workshop focused on creating instructional videos to integrate library resources into the curriculum. Participants will start with an overview of the importance and benefits of using video content in educational settings.
I graduated with my general associate degree after seven years because I changed my major so many times. I then received my Bachelor's and Master's in a 2-year span in Library & Information Science from the University of Southern Mississippi. I believe every librarian should begin... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am EDT Cattails B
Libraries recognize the need for more inclusive leadership, yet there’s limited discussion on the structures that foster leadership roles. In this roundtable, we'll explore how libraries can create more opportunities for staff to engage with leadership and brainstorm innovative approaches to developing leadership skills and competencies for more meaningful retention/progression in leadership positions.
Evidence Synthesis Librarian, Virginia Tech University
My name is Jackson Hoch and I'm an Evidence Synthesis Librarian at Virginia Tech University. I am interested in many different parts of librarianship. Some of my favorite interests include organizational management, research synthesis, emerging technologies, and creating impactful... Read More →
Thursday April 17, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT Cattails B
It’s no secret that library school doesn’t fully prepare you for the realities of the profession, and this roundtable discussion dives straight into the heart of it. As a librarian fresh out of grad school, I’ve navigated the stress of job searching, the whirlwind of a brand-new profession, and the challenge of finding my footing in the field.
Join me as I share my experiences from graduation to (almost) completing our first academic year. This roundtable is more than just my story—it’s an open conversation about the shared struggles and triumphs of early-career librarians, advice from seasoned professionals, and the questions or stories you bring to the table.
As part of the roundtable discussion I want to use music as a way to express our experiences with words I can't seem to find for myself. I ask for participants to think of a song that captures part of your first-year journey - highs, lows, and weird in-betweens.
Let’s spill the tea, break the mold, and build connections (while curating a 10/10 playlist) as we tackle the journey of being a new librarian together.
