Leading the Blended Library: Two Blended Librarians Share Their Leadership Program Experience

In shaping a future in which blended librarianship is weaved into the fabric of the library organization it’s important that blended librarians accept leadership roles in their library organizations and as campus technology leaders. One way in which blended librarians establish themselves as leaders is through formal leadership programs. In this webcast two blended librarians, Lauren Pressley, Instructional Design Librarian at Wake Forest University, and Elizabeth Siecke, Dean of the Ramapo College Library, will share their experience in attending formal leadership programs. Engage in a conversation with your colleagues about seeking leadership opportunities, and using one’s leadership position to champion blended librarianship. Continue reading Leading the Blended Library: Two Blended Librarians Share Their Leadership Program Experience

Trends, Tools, and Tactics for Better Library Design

Elliot Felix of brightspot Strategy, a library design expert, shares his perspectives on the latest trends, tools, and tactics. As the founder and director of brightspot, Elliot has played a major role in the design of the new Hunt Library at North Carolina State University. He also co-conceived and participated in the development of the Learning Space Toolkit.
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Felix Shares Ideas For a Better Designed Library

The Blended Librarians Online Learning Community was pleased to have Elliott Felix, Founder and Director of brightspot Strategy as the guest speaker for a webcast held on October 3, 2013. In the talk “Trends, Tools and Tactics for Better Library Design”. The session was attended by more than a hundred librarians.
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