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Publishing Opportunity! Submit to Endnotes!

Endnotes is the peer reviewed, scholarly journal of NMRT. You can take a look at back and current issues at the Endnotes site. This is a fantastic opportunity to become published, learn more about the publication process, and share your word … Continue reading

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November’s Discussion: Getting Hired

November’s Discussion was called “Getting Hired,” about applying and interviewing for library jobs. Librarians who’ve successfully been through the hiring process shared some great advice for those who are currently applying or will be soon. Apply This first piece of … Continue reading

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NMRT Midwinter 2020 Social!!

Are you an NMRT member looking to expand your professional network in a fun and casual environment during Midwinter? Join us on Sunday, January 26th from 6-8 p.m. at MilkBoy Philadelphia for the NMRT Midwinter Social! Your fellow NMRT hosts will … Continue reading

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Deadline to apply for the 2020 Shirley Olofson Memorial Award is FAST approaching!

Are you looking for funds to help pay for your trip to ALA’s 2020 Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois? Apply by Friday, December 13, 2019 for the NMRT Shirley Olofson Memorial Award and you may receive a $1000 check to … Continue reading

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Elizabeth Boden selected as 2020 NMRT Emerging Leader

The New Members Round Table (NMRT) is pleased to sponsor Elizabeth Boden as our 2020 Emerging Leader.  Elizabeth currently works as the Adult Services Manager at the North Riverside Public Library in Riverside, IL.  She works closely with her colleagues … Continue reading

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Alternative Voices: April Moyo

The Alternative Voices Feature is brought to you by the NMRT’s Membership, Diversity, Promotion, and Recruitment Committee. It is meant to give a platform to the voices of librarians from underrepresented communities in the library field. The format of the … Continue reading

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NMRT Professional Development Grant Award

So many awards and scholarships available! Please consider applying! “Short on cash but want to attend this year’s ALA conference? We’ve got you covered! Apply for the NMRT Professional Development Grant award by December 13th. This is your opportunity to … Continue reading

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NMRT October Online Discussion: Finding Your Fit

The October discussion focused on a topic of deep importance to any librarian – how do you find where you fit in the profession? Should you be a public, academic, law, medical, or other librarian? Do you have to be … Continue reading

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Communications Committee Interview Series

The Communications Committee will be introducing an interview series this year to spotlight librarians in different fields within our profession and highlight the inspirational work they are actively doing. The Communications Committee wants to celebrate this valuable work, and we … Continue reading

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NMRT’s Olofson Award accepting applications: Apply for travel funds for ALA’s 2020 Annual Conference

Are you looking for funds to help pay for your trip to ALA’s 2020 Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois? Apply by Friday, December 13, 2019 for the NMRT Shirley Olofson Memorial Award and you may receive a $1000 check to … Continue reading

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