Author Archives: nmrtsecretary

Perspectives – K.C. Boyd

Posted on June 11, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Perspectives, an interview series that will highlight the work of librarians in different fields and professional specializations. Our series will focus on the experiences of our participants, what they do, what they have learned, and offer advice to those interested … Continue reading →

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NMRT Happy Hour & Awards Ceremony!

Posted on June 10, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

On Friday, June 19th, NMRT will be hosting a happy hour meet-up on Zoom!Socialize with your fellow committee members! If you are new to NMRT, meet your fellow members, and make new friends! Find out how to get involved! We … Continue reading →

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Let’s Catch up! February NMRT Online Discussion: Technology Tools in Libraries

Posted on June 9, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Catching up with online discussion that may have been missed! By Jessica Kiebler Hello readers, my name is Jessica Kiebler and I am writing as a member of the NMRT Online Discussion Forum Committee to provide you with an update … Continue reading →

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NMRT Open Letter Regarding Black Lives Matter

Posted on June 6, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Yesterday, NMRT released an open letter affirming the ALA Executive Board Statement standing with BCALA. For more information, please see the NMRT Bulletin released yesterday. You may also find this bulletin attached within the NMRT Connect board. If you have … Continue reading →

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May NMRT Online Discussion Board Article: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Efforts

Posted on June 4, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

By Jessica Kiebler Our May Twitter chat focused on equity, diversity and inclusion efforts across different library institutions. The goal of EDI initiatives is to dismantle white supremacy in the library profession, including the hiring and retaining of underrepresented groups … Continue reading →

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Using Mindfulness Meditation and Emotional Intelligence to Navigate the Stress of Life

Posted on May 28, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Post contributed by: Carrie P. Mastley On Thursday, May 7, 2020, ALA’s NMRT Online Programs Committee hosted an event featuring guest speaker, Ashley Moye. Moye is a former law librarian who earned her mindfulness meditation certification in 2017 and currently … Continue reading →

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NMRT Happy Hour! May 15th!

Posted on May 8, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Friday, May 15th, 6:30 – 7:30 EST, 5:30-6:30 CST, 3:30-4:30 PST. A virtual meet-up event through Zoom! Want to find out more about NMRT?! Meet your fellow NMRT members?! Get out of your routine for an evening! Now it is … Continue reading →

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NMRT Call for Volunteers 2020-2021

Posted on May 1, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

New Members Round Table 2020-2021 committee volunteer applications are now open! The New Members Round Table (NMRT) is looking for volunteers for committee chairs and members for the 2020-2021 year. Committees are the lifeline of NMRT; we can’t do it … Continue reading →

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NMRT May Live Chat: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Posted on April 27, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

When: Wednesday, May 20, 2020 Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm, US/Eastern 1:00pm to 2:00pm, US/Central 11:00am-12:00pm, US/Pacific The goal of EDI initiatives is to dismantle white supremacy in the library profession, including the hiring and retaining of underrepresented groups and dismantling … Continue reading →

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Publish During a Pandemic

Posted on April 26, 2020 by nmrtsecretary

Endnotes isn’t going to just claim to be here for you like those car commercials. We need you right now as much as you need us.  While life is on hold, let Endnotes and NMRT help you out with your … Continue reading →

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