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ASIS&T SIG-LIB is seeking a new logo and we want your design!

SIG-LIB Webmaster — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:48:36 +0000

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ASIS&T SIG-LIB is seeking a new logo and we want your design!

Submit an original (not AI-generated) logo that reflects the identity and work of the Special Interest Group for Libraries & Librarianship. SIG-LIB advances research, development, and utilization of different kinds of libraries and the people who work in them across corporate, academic, and public sectors.

The winning design will receive a $500 prize and will become part of SIG-LIB’s visual identity.

Submit your logos to siglibasist@gmail.com.

Deadline for submission is September 18, 5pm.

Previous winners of an ASIS&T logo competition are not eligible.

For questions, contact siglibasist@gmail.com.

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ISO 18461:2016 (vers 2), International museum statistics

SC Webmaster — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:26:02 +0000

The Standards committee voted Confirm on

ISO 18461:2016 (vers 2), International museum statistics

This International Standard specifies rules for the museum community on the collection and reporting of statistics. It provides definitions and counting procedures for all types of resources and services that museums offer to their users.

It is recognized that not all measures specified in this International Standard can be collected by museums of different type and size. The aim is to ensure that, where a particular statistic is collected, the same definitions and methods are used.

This International Standard is not intended to exclude the use of methods not specified in it. There are many different types of museums, with different tasks and audiences, having a range of unique characteristics (structure, funding, governance, etc.), and affected by a number of situational factors. Since there is such a wide variation around the world, it is important to understand that not all methods described in this International Standard may be required by or useful to all museums.

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Invitation to ASIS&T SIG-HLTH Workshop “Beyond Prompting – Generative AI Workflows in Health Research and Practice”

SIG-HLTH Webmaster — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:38:28 +0000

Invitation to ASIS&T SIG-HLTH Workshop "Beyond Prompting - Generative AI Workflows in Health Research and Practice"

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 3 pm-7 pm (EST)

Proposal Submission Due: August 30, 2026

Location: Online

SIG-HLTH is seeking proposals for the ASIS&T SIG-HLTH Workshop, Beyond Prompting - Generative AI Workflows in Health Research and Practice.

We invite proposals for interactive workshop sessions that demonstrate practical applications of generative AI in health research and practice. We welcome contributions from researchers, practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams that illustrate scalable, research-grade workflows using generative AI. Proposals may be based on recently published work or papers accepted for presentation at ASIS&T 2026 or other conferences, provided they are adapted for an educational and interactive workshop rather than a traditional research presentation. The goal is to share practical methods, lessons learned, and transferable workflows that participants can apply in their own research and professional practice.

Who Should Submit?

We welcome submissions from researchers, practitioners, clinicians, students, educators, and first-time ASIS&T presenters. This is a non-archival workshop, so proposals may be based on work that has already been published or accepted elsewhere. Contributors who want to share practical workflows, lessons learned, and hands-on activities and/or are interested in transforming their work into engaging, interactive learning sessions are welcome.

What are Proposal Requirements?

An 800 to 1,200-word proposal (excluding references) that aligns with or builds upon the workshop's learning outcomes should be submitted via the Google Form linked below. The proposal should consist of two components. First, presenters should provide a brief overview of the underlying research or project, including its motivation, methods, key outcomes, and implications for health informatics or related fields. Second, presenters should describe an interactive, hands-on learning activity that actively engages participants, such as a live demonstration, guided tutorial, workflow walkthrough, collaborative exercise, or facilitated discussion. Because the workshop will be conducted entirely online, the interactive component should be designed to be effective in a virtual environment and encourage active participation. Sessions should emphasize practical implementation of generative AI while addressing methodological considerations such as evaluation, transparency, bias, and responsible human-in-the-loop use.

For more details, please refer to the proposal submission form: : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGOj-o0efHU5ZOiKyBob1vxAgZ5BOsvN_Xc5qmlCvOF028nA/viewform?usp=publish-editor

We look forward to your submissions. If you have any questions, please contact the SIG-HLTH chair (Dr. Heejun Kim) at heejun.kim@unt.edu.

Sincerely,

ASIST SIG-HLTH Workshop Organizing Committee

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President’s Message, August 2026

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:30:57 +0000

President’s Message, August 2026

Hello InfoFolk!

In the part of the northern hemisphere where I live, most of us are gearing up for a new academic year. We’re gathering our notebooks and pencils (at least metaphorically), freshening up the reading lists for our courses and experiencing the familiar blend of end-of-summer melancholy and back-to-school excitement.

No matter what part of the world you live in or what academic calendar structures your life, I hope you are looking forward to exciting things ahead. ASIS&T has a number of them in the offing. I know many of us are looking forward to the 2026 Annual Meeting, because it looks like we’re on track to set an attendance record. We’re excited for the opportunity to visit Bangkok and to spend time with our Asian colleagues closer to their homes than we usually get to experience, and, of course, excited about all we will learn. The program is available. You’ll want to begin studying it early, because there will be hard choices to make!

As the annual meeting concludes, a group of thought leaders from our membership will be gathering to launch our summit on information futures, which will take place over the next year in at least three international venues. The summit’s goal is to identify grand information challenges and discuss ways in which ASIS&T can help its membership address those challenges.

Before that, you’ll have the opportunity to listen to the annual ASIS&T President’s Lecture. Emily Knox, Dean of the School of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, will be speaking about Information Access & Freedom of Expression on September 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET. I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Emily speak several times, and she is always compelling. The topic is of urgent importance. The lecture is entirely remote, so you don’t have to get a plane ticket. I urge you to join us. Register here to receive the zoom link.

Looking further ahead, we have just announced the location and time for the 2027 Information Science Summit & Special Libraries Conference (ISS/SLC27). It will be held May 22-25, 2027, in Denver, Colorado, USA. This lively and informative gathering that bridges research and practice is a great opportunity to meet colleagues engaged in daily information work, to learn about their challenges and to talk about how information education and research might help with those challenges.

Another great way to connect is to participate in ASIS&T’s mentorship program. If you are interested in participating in Early Career Research mentoring or the broader Mentor Match Program as a mentor or mentee, please enroll now. Once you have completed your mentor/mentee profile you can search for a match. I hope you’ll learn more about the program and how to enroll.

Your weekly email has probably already alerted you that there are a whole lot of fabulous learning opportunities available through webinars and online talks from our SIGs and Chapters. In the spirit of being back-to-school, continue your education and professional development and take advantage of a few of those offerings!

Finally, I’ll remind that Steve Sawyer has concluded his term as editor in chief of JASIST and is catching up on his sleep. Thanks to Steve for all his hard work and creativity and for ensuring the journal’s relevance and good reputation. Lisa Given has begun as the new editor in chief. I’m confident she will build upon Steve’s good work, and we’ll see JASIST heading in some exciting new directions.

See you in Bangkok!

Maria Bonn, ASIS&T President

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From Your Executive Director, August 2026

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 23:00:10 +0000

From Your Executive Director, August 2026

ASIS&T Executive Director, Lydia Middleton has recorded a video sharing updates about the organization.
Check it out!

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Governance Update, August 2026

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:30:38 +0000

Governance Update, August 2026

The Board of Directors met on July 29, 2026 via Zoom. In attendance were Maria Bonn (President); Marlene Holmner (President-Elect) Ian Ruthven (Immediate Past-President) (zoom); Chris Cunningham, PhD, (Treasurer); Lu An, Anne Barker (SLA Appointee), Timothy Dickey, Bhakti Gala; Isto Huvila; Heather Kotula (SLA Appointee); Luanne Sinnamon; and Lydia Middleton, MBA, CAE (Executive Director).

Information Futures Summit Planning
The Board discussed Maria Bonn’s plan for the Information Futures Summit to be held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting in Bangkok.

Board Appointment
The Board voted to approve a motion to appoint Kip Wolf to the seat to be vacated when Isto Huvila moves into the President-Elect seat on the Board.

Dissolution of Education Committee
The Board voted to sunset the Education Committee and reassign those volunteers to the Professional Development Committee.

Awards & Honors Task Force Proposal
The Board approved a motion to form an Awards & Honors Task Force to consider realignment of the ASIS&T Awards & Honors portfolio in light of new awards assumed through the SLA merger.

Information Matters Editor
The Board discussed the draft Job Description of the next Information Matters Editor.

Committee Reports
Board Liaisons reported on the work of their committees or component groups, several of which had not provided written reports.

President’s Report
Maria Bonn updated the Board on activities since the last Board meeting.

Executive Director Report
Lydia Middleton updated the Board on activities since the last Board meeting.

Consent Agenda
The Board approved the Consent Agenda which consisted of the following:

Minutes of April 2026 Mtg
Financial Stmt June 2026
Merrill Lynch Stmt June 2026
ISS/SLC Eval Report
SIG-GLIM Petition

Next Board Meeting: November 7, 2026 | Bangkok, Thailand

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Welcome to the Newest Board of Directors Members

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:00:47 +0000

Welcome to the Newest Board of Directors Members

ASIS&T wishes to congratulate and welcome the new members of the Board of Directors. Their terms will begin at the Annual Meeting in November. Click their photos to read more about them.

President-Elect

Isto Huvila

Directors-at-Large

Anne Barker

Shannon Oltmann

Kip Wolf

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NEW: Module Series for Early Career Researchers

Lydia Middleton — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:30:54 +0000

NEW: Module Series for Early Career Researchers

The ASIS&T Research Engagement Committee (REC) has developed a multi-part module series titled "Sharpening your Research Skills (SRS) Modules Series: Translating Research for Practice". This series provides actionable research knowledge, particularly aimed at practitioners, students, early career professionals, and those from developing countries. It aims to address a range of research training needs - from foundational skills to communicating with impact. Specifically, each module will address one or more the following:

Foundational Data Skills for Applied Research
Engaging Communities through Innovative Methods
Using AI Responsibly in Information Work
Navigating Ethics and Policy in Data-Driven Work
Communicating for Impact: From Data to Story

This series, which will be spread out over several session between September 2026 through April 2027, has the following pricing:

Single Module
- Members: $25/Module
- Non-members: $40/Module

All-Access Pass
- Members: $100
- Non-members: $175

These Modules can be viewed live or asynchronously at your own pace.
Click the button below to register for a single module or the All-Access Pass! Read more about each module below.

Module 1: Beyond Partnerships: Understanding Community Engagement as Learning, Inquiry, and Action

Date & Time: September 22 - 11 AM ET

Community engagement is often described through the language of partnerships, collaboration, and reciprocal relationships. While these concepts are essential, they do not fully explain how community-engaged research (CER) and community-engaged learning (CEL) create meaningful change. This module proposes an alternative perspective. Community engagement is fundamentally a democratic learning environment in which students, institutions, and communities collectively investigate complex problems, create knowledge, and translate learning into action.

Drawing on community-engaged research, participatory action research, knowledge democracy, and Black Studies, the module introduces a practical conceptual framework organized around three recurring dimensions of community-engaged practice: pedagogy, social investigation, and action. Participants will explore how this praxis operates across three interconnected learning spaces - student, institutional, and community learning - and why these forms of learning are central to community knowledge creation, democratic participation, and transformative action.

The module concludes by introducing knowledge infrastructure as a practical lens for understanding community-engaged practice. Community-engaged practice is both relational and infrastructural. Relationships create the conditions for trust, reciprocity, and shared inquiry. Knowledge infrastructures create the conditions for continuity, collective memory, learning, and coordinated action. Participants will explore how everyday artifacts, including meeting agendas, facilitation processes, community archives, documentation systems, AI tools, and evaluation frameworks, shape what communities can collectively learn, remember, and act upon.

Module 2: Using AI Responsibly in Information and Data Driven Work: Ethical Guidelines for Information Professionals or Responsible AI in Information Studies: Addressing Bias, Governance, and Trust in Data Systems

Date & Time: October

This module will equip Information researchers and practitioners with frameworks and practical tools to evaluate, design, and use AI Systems responsibly across the information lifecycle with attention to ethical guidelines, community impacts, and institutional accountability. Participants will examine the following:

The algorithmic and information bias in AI driven systems used for discovery, classification, analysis, and decision-making.
The implication of AI for data quality, access, representation and trust.
Ethical considerations for working with sensitive, personal, Indigenous, and culturally protected information.

Depending on the speakers, participants may consider discussions around Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) which includes a range of quantitative and qualitative questions designed to gather information about different dimensions related to AI information ecosystems, including the legal and regulatory, social and cultural, economic, scientific and educational, and technological and infrastructural dimensions or other assessment methodologies.

Module 3: From Data to Story: Communicating Societal Impact in Information and Library Research using Google NotebookLM

Date & Time: December 15 - 10 AM ET

This module will situate NotebookLM and similar tools within information workflow, emphasizing curation, context, provenance, and ethics. will guide Information Studies researchers and practitioners through the use of NotebookLM and comparable AI-supported tools to transform curated data, documents, and evidence into clear, ethical, and audience-appropriate impact narratives. Participants will learn how to structure information inputs, craft effective prompts, and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs to communicate societal impact while maintaining information integrity, transparency, and context. The session will also address ethical considerations, including data selection, source transparency, bias in AI-generated narratives, and the responsibilities of information professionals when using generative tools for public communication. Other data storytelling tools can be Columns, Tableau, MAXQDA or ATLAS.ti.

Module 4: Beyond Citations: Making Research Matter by Capturing Societal Impact

Date & Time: January TBD

Societal impact is a broad term that describes the impact of research outside academia. This module has been planned to enhance researchers’ understanding of the societal impact of research and its role in advancing communities, institutions, and public policy. By the end of the session, participants will be able to distinguish between academic and societal impact, identify pathways through which LIS research influences society, and apply practical strategies to design, measure, and communicate impact beyond publications and citations. Participants will gain the skills needed to integrate impact planning into research projects and effectively demonstrate the value of LIS research to stakeholders, funders, and the wider public.

Module 5: Mapping Scholarly Connections: Social Network Analysis of Academic Social Networking Sites

Date & Time: February TBD

Academic Social Networks generate rich data about research output, collaboration, and impact. This webinar will introduce data analysis techniques for exploring scholarly platforms such as ResearchGate, Academia.edu., and others. Participants will learn how Academic Social Networks data can be collected, analysed, and visualized to uncover collaboration patterns, research trends, and visibility indicators.

Module 6: From Opinions to Patterns: Application of Q Methodology in Library and Information Science Research

Date & Time: March 16 - 8 AM ET

This webinar aims to equip researchers with a practical and conceptual understanding of Q Methodology for studying subjectivity in information environments. By the end of the session, participants will be able to understand the philosophical foundations of Q methodology, design a Q study relevant to LIS problems, develop a concourse and Q-set, administer Q-sorting, and interpret factor analysis results meaningfully. The webinar will also demonstrate how Q methodology can be applied to explore users’ perceptions, professional attitudes, and policy issues in libraries. Participants will gain confidence in integrating Q methodology into their own research projects, enhancing both the depth and rigor of LIS inquiry.

Module 7: Critical Data Storytelling

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Knox to Present 3rd Annual ASIS&T President’s Lecture

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:00:19 +0000

Knox to Present 3rd Annual ASIS&T President’s Lecture

ASIS&T is delighted to announce the 3rd Annual ASIS&T President's Lecture. The Lecture will be freely open to the public and delivered via Zoom to ensure that all who wish to may attend.

The ASIS&T President's Lecture will take place September 15 at 9:00 am Eastern Time (find your time here) and be presented by Emily J. M. Knox, PhD, MSLIS, of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

The lecture is free to attend but requires registration.

Information Access & Freedom of Expression

This talk will argue that information access and intellectual freedom should be understood as fundamental human rights that are rooted in freedom of expression and communication. It explains how censorship limits access to knowledge, autonomy, and human flourishing. Situating recent book challenges in the U.S. within broader social upheaval and institutional distrust, the talk will argue that freedom of expression remains essential to dignity, democratic life, and meaningful self-determination.

About Emily J. M. Knox, PhD, MSLIS
Emily is interim dean and professor in the School of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her research interests include information access and intellectual freedom and censorship. She is a member of the Mapping Information Access research team.

The second edition of her book, Book Banning in 21st Century America (Bloomsbury), was published in January 2026. Her most previous book Foundations of Intellectual Freedom (ALA Neal-Schuman) won the 2023 Eli M. Oboler Prize for best published work in the area of intellectual freedom. She has been interviewed by media outlets such as NPR and the New York Times and also testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on book banning.

Emily previously served on the boards of the National Coalition Against Censorship, the Freedom to Read Foundation, and is a former editor of the Journal of Intellectual Freedom and Privacy.

She received her PhD from the doctoral program at the Rutgers University School of Communication & Information.

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ISS/SLC26 Highlights

jcoronis — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:00:16 +0000

ISS/SLC26 Highlights

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The inaugural ASIS&T Information Science Summit and Special Libraries Conference (ISS/SLC26) brought together information professionals, researchers, educators, and practitioners for an inspiring week of learning, collaboration, and community building. Based on results from the post-event attendee survey, the meeting delivered a highly positive experience, with participants praising the valuable educational content, welcoming atmosphere, and meaningful networking opportunities. The event earned a strong average likelihood-to-recommend score of 85.74 out of 100, and many respondents indicated they plan to return for ISS/SLC27.

The conference opened with an exceptional keynote from Dr. Stephanie Moore, which emerged as one of the most highly praised elements of the entire meeting. Attendees described the presentation as engaging, thought-provoking, and highly relevant to the conference theme. Many appreciated the keynote's exploration of AI literacy, technological change, and the ethical dimensions of our rapidly evolving information landscape. The session set an energizing tone for the conference and sparked conversations that continued throughout the week.

One theme appeared repeatedly throughout attendee feedback: connection. Participants highlighted reconnecting with longtime colleagues, meeting new professionals, and experiencing the energy created by bringing together members from both the ASIS&T and SLA communities. Many described the conference as supportive, friendly, and engaging, with networking opportunities ranking among the most appreciated aspects of the event.

Of course, ISS/SLC26 was about more than outstanding educational sessions. Once the day's learning concluded, attendees had plenty of opportunities to relax, network, and celebrate together. Popular social activities included networking receptions, exhibit hall gatherings, meals shared with colleagues, and the much-talked-about karaoke & dance party. Several community events took place as well eg.: SNIPs Meet-Up, SIG-CMR Dinner, Fellows Dinner, Solos and Small Staff Community Meet-Up, Engineering Community Dinner, PAM Community Dinner, and SIG-BIZ Meet-Up just to mention a few. Survey respondents specifically mentioned the dance party, karaoke, lunches, and informal opportunities to connect as some of their favorite conference memories, demonstrating that professional development and fun make a winning combination.

The conference concluded on an inspiring note with the closing plenary panel, which provided attendees with an opportunity to reflect on the ideas, conversations, and connections formed during the event. As participants headed home, the prevailing sentiment was one of optimism, collaboration, and excitement for the future of the information profession. The enthusiasm expressed in the post-event survey suggests that ISS/SLC26 successfully achieved its goal of bringing together diverse voices for meaningful learning, networking, and community building.

From engaging sessions and lively discussions to memorable social events and lasting professional connections, ISS/SLC26 demonstrated the incredible strength of our community. If you were part of this year's experience, thank you for making it so special. If you missed it, don't miss your next opportunity! Join us at ISS/SLC27 in beautiful Denver, Colorado, May 22-25, 2027, where we will continue the conversations, build new connections, and create another unforgettable experience together. We can't wait to see you there!

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