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Genealogical research is one of the primary patron uses of the reference desk, and remains one of the most time consuming reference desk duties in public libraries, especially for those generalist desks that do not have genealogy or history specialists on staff. Academic librarians who service students assigned local history projects quickly [...]
We’re holding registration for “The Reference Interview”, a RUSA online course, open through the end of the day tomorrow (Thursday).
There are only a few spots left for this session, Nov.2-Dec. 18—don’t’ miss out!
Coursework for “The Reference Interview” is completed at your own pace, with a few scheduled chat sessions to help you practice the reference [...]
Nominations are now being accepted for the Public Librarian Support Award, a conference travel award administered by RUSA for public librarians who provide business reference services.
This annual award, which is sponsored by investment research firm Morningstar, Inc., offers $1,000 in travel funds for ALA’s Annual Conference to a public librarian who has performed outstanding business [...]
Engaging speakers and informative presentations will abound at the upcoming Midwinter Institute “The Genealogy Reference Desk: Where Everyone Knows Your Name”, a full-day workshop focused on New England genealogy resources and genealogy research techniques, and presented by the History Section of RUSA.
Genealogical research skills and tools are a vital resource for any library providing reference [...]