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The logo for Minitex Connect 2022. The tagline reads, "Digital Equity and the Future of Libraries."

Time is running out to register for Minitex Connect

by Zach Miller
We tailored the first-ever Minitex Connect to be as convenient as possible for busy library professionals. We've got great keynotes, a rich variety of sessions to choose from, and a work-friendly schedule. But time is running out to register. Sign up today so you're ready to join us May 3-4.
Abstract image of colorful mosaic-like squares, inspired by nature. Primarily bright golds, with pink, mauve, orange, lavender, and coral, with accents of deep red-brown and greens.

Spring Minitex course offered: Digital Project Skills

by Sara Ring
Are you planning a digital project/program at your organization, but unsure where to begin? Attend this virtual course to learn about digital imaging (scanning), metadata standards and best practices, and how to protect and preserve the content you've digitized. This 2-part virtual course will take place on May 19th and May 24th.
A photograph of Minitex Policy Advisory Council members taken in the front lobby of the Minitex offices.

A voice for every library: Minitex's Policy Advisory Council

by Zach Miller
Representatives from every type of library and every Minnesota region, along with one representative each from North Dakota and South Dakota, come together to form the Minitex Policy Advisory Council. The Council is designed to shape Minitex services and plan for the future of the library community.
The logo for Minitex Connect 2022. The tagline reads, "Digital Equity and the Future of Libraries."

Minitex Connect offers 24 sessions and 4 tracks to choose from

by Zach Miller
On May 3-4, Minitex Connect will offer attendees 24 sessions to choose from, organized into four tracks: Expanding Access; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Resource Sharing; and Digital Librarianship. Register today, there is no cost to attend.
A map of Ukraine with a red dot on Smila, with inset pictures of, at left, Julia Bliznyuk, the library in Smila, and, at right, translator Anya Fartushna.

Library in Smila serves Ukrainians displaced by war

by Zach Miller
As the war in Ukraine intensified in the weeks since we last heard from librarian Julia Bliznyuk, her library in Smila expanded its service to displaced Ukrainians as well as local patrons. Julia shared this update via Sandra Buckingham, her friend and colleague from East Central Regional Library.
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Featured upcoming webinar: Introduction to Open Pedagogy

by Ann Kaste
You are already familiar with OER and Creative Commons and you enjoy searching for and reusing open works. In this workshop, offered by our friends in the SELFIN consortia, we’ll explain how truly “open” works need more than just a Creative Commons license!
Media Landscapes

Media Landscapes, ideas to action

by Matt Lee, Beth Staats
In March of 2021, we launched the Media Landscapes campaign, with funding support from Minitex, the Multitypes, CRPSLA, and PALS. This campaign includes local, regional, and national speakers sharing their knowledge on topics from misinformation to filter bubbles to deepfakes.