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Virtual Academic Library Conference

What: Pre-CLA conference, "Informed, Inclusive, Independent: Critical Issues in Modern Academic Librarianship"

When: Friday, October 16, 2026, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm PST

Where: Online

Description of Program Theme:

Presentations will cover different topics related to academic libraries including:

• Collaborations with public libraries

• Approaches to AI Literacy

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Academic Libraries

• Encouraging student scholarship through information literacy learning experiences

• Understanding the effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning Resources provided by the library

• Challenges to academic freedom in California State University Libraries

Select this program link for more details

Registration

Free: Select this Zoom link to register

Contact

If you have questions, please email carl.discussion.s@gmail.com