Professional Development News

Unlock new skills and insights at the Enhancing Quality Staff (EQS) Symposium on May 30th at the University of Minnesota! Dive into a diverse range of topics from generative AI to container gardening, and hear from keynote speaker Karen Diver on building respectful relationships with Native American communities. Whether you’re a library professional or a library student, don’t miss this chance to grow professionally and personally. Register by May 20th—free for University employees!

This pilot program will continue this summer, with the course running June 10 through August 18. It is open to library staff from Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota.

We're just days away from the deadline! If you haven't secured your spot yet, now is the time to act.

The University of Minnesota Libraries is thrilled to announce the return of the Enhancing Quality Staff (EQS) symposium for 2024! This eagerly awaited event provides a valuable platform for library paraprofessionals and support staff to engage with distinguished guests and explore a diverse range of professional and personal development topics.

Sessions at Minitex Connect 2024 will be divided into two rooms with the first room focusing on MNLINK and featuring discussions on MNLINK training, Interlibrary Loan with ReShare, VuFind expertise, and Accessibility in eLibraryMN Databases and Ebooks Minnesota. Led by experts like Debra Denault, the discussions will cover the significance of MNLINK training, the impact of ReShare on ILL workflows, and the importance of user-centric approaches in library services.