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EndNotes Committee needs you for our Spring 2014 issue!

The NMRT Endnotes Committee seeks contributors for the Spring 2014 issue of its annual e-journal, Endnotes: The Journal of the New Members Round Table. Endnotes is a peer-reviewed, scholarly journal that addresses issues faced by new librarians. Article submissions are accepted … Continue reading

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Schedule for ALA Annual in Chicago — With Room Numbers

It’s almost that time!  Dates, times, and locations for all NMRT events are as follows!   Fri, June 28 01:00 pm 02:30 pm Conference 101 (NMRT) MCP-S104a Fri, June 28 07:30 pm 08:30 pm Mentoring Social (MNRT) PALM-Buckingham Room Sat, … Continue reading

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ALA Annual 2013: Helpful Info for new members & first timers (and everyone else)

This is my 14th ALA Conference in a row (counting Midwinter). Here are my tips for getting the most out of the Conference. Need help during the conference? Call me. 509-592-5480. I’ll do whatever I can to help. Advice on … Continue reading

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LLAMA/NMRT New Leaders Discussion Group to host discussion on Public Speaking Skills for Librarians

CHICAGO—Public speaking is a vital skill for all librarians, but outreach and other events don’t always go quite as planned. Everyone should be prepared to improvise and maintain their composure when faced with unexpected challenges. Both novice and experienced librarians … Continue reading

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Twitter chat on preparing for conferences (hosted by NMRT Online Discussion Forum Committee)

  Are you attending your first conference this year? Are you a seasoned conference attendee who has developed effective ways of organising your time/self/belongings to get to all the things you want to attend? Please join ALA New Members Round … Continue reading

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Call for proposals! LLAMA/NMRT New Leaders Discussion Group at ALA Annual

LLAMA/NMRT New Leaders Discussion Group invites the submission of proposals for “Discussion Starters” at its meeting at the 2013 ALA Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. A Discussion Starter is a short and informal presentation that aims to provide a starting … Continue reading

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New Librarian’s Guide to Professional Writing and Publishing

New Librarian’s Guide to Professional Writing and Publishing June 7, 2013 @ 12:00pm.  Virtual program (held online). Does the world of professional writing and publishing seem impossible to break into?  Do you feel like you have nothing to say?  Are … Continue reading

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Join NMRT at ALA Annual in Chicago!

Now that the Calendar is up and running, be sure to add these events sponsored by NMRT!   Fri, June 28 01:00 pm 02:30 pm Conference 101 (NMRT) MCP-S104a Are you a first-time conference attendee with a long list of … Continue reading

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Congratulations to the Newly Elected NMRT Members!

Congratulations to the newly elected board members, Megan, Kirby, Kate and Kari, who will join the returning members in July to form the 2013-2014 NMRT Executive Board. Emily Prather-Rodgers, President Megan Hodge, Vice-President/President-Elect Janel Kinlaw, Immediate Past President Kirby McCurtis, … Continue reading

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NMRT Resume Review Service at ALA Annual in Chicago!

The NMRT Resume Review Service (RRS) Committee is gearing up for the Resume Review Service Booth for the ALA 2013 Annual Conference located in Chicago, IL! We are currently scheduling appointments for individuals to have their resume reviewed as well … Continue reading

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