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My experience of Revamping Koha at MGAHV
by vinod mishra 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

Dear All, Recently i visited Mahatma Gandhi Antarastriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya (MGAHV) for some Koha library automation related issues which has been resolved. But on the basis of my experience their i would like to suggest some important points which libraries and vendors must follow the details are available at: http://mishravk.com/2015/07/mgahv/ Thanking You. -- *With Regards,Vinod Kumar Mishra,Assistant Librarian,Biju Patnaik Central Library (BPCL),* *NIT Rourkela,* *Sundergadh-769008,* *Odisha,* *India.* *Mob:91+9439420860* *Website: http://mishravk.com/ <http://mishravk.com/>* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Trainee vacancy at IRMA Anand Gujarat: Date Extended
by Saurabh Prajapati 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

Dear LIS forum Moderator May I requested to post following message on LIS forum: *Last date for applying extended till 15th August 2015* Institute of Rural Management Anand invites application for the *Vacancy for *Library Trainee** at its Ravi J. Matthai Library. *Educational Qualification: *Should possess a first-class Masters Degree in Library and Information Science from a recognized university. *Desirable Criteria: *Good Communication Skills in English, Basic working knowledge of IT and IT related applications used in libraries, LIBSYS will be an added advantage. *Selection: *Selection of the candidates will be done through written test and interview. *Stipend: *A consolidated monthly stipend of Rs.11,000/- shall be offered to the selected candidates. *Age: *Below 30 years Interested candidates only who meet the above mentioned requirements with respect to qualification may apply online by 15 August, 2015. The written test will be in English. Candidate Should be ready to work in shift-duties/rotating weekly-off. *Last Date to apply Online: 15 August 2015 * *Please visit: https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php <https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php> * Saurabh Prajapti Deputy Librarian | Ravi J Matthai Library Institute of Rural Management Anand +91 2692 221672 <+912692221672> | +91 2692 221674 <+912692221674> https://www.irma.ac.in https://www.irma.ac.in/article.php?menuid=55 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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WALK-IN INTERVIEW FOR THREE LIBRARY TRAINEES ON 07.08.2015 AT NALANDA UNIVERSITY
by Nihar Patra 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

NALANDA UNIVERSITY, AN INSTITUTION OF NATIONAL IMPORTANCE, INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THREE LIBRARY TRAINEES ON CONTRACTUAL APPOINTMENT BASIS (PURELY TEMPORARY) WALK-IN INTERVIEW FOR THREE LIBRARY TRAINEES ON 07.08.2015 Nalanda University, Rajgir has been established by a special Act of Indian Parliament i.e. The Nalanda University Act 2010 as an International Institution of Excellence for pursuit of intellectual, philosophical, historical and spiritual study. As with the ancient Nalanda, the new incarnation of Nalanda University envisions its Library to be the central fulcrum of the master plan of the University, both in terms of its design and bearing. The primary objective of Nalanda University Library (NUL) is to become an apex resource center with a state-of-the-art Library resource (print and digital) and services by being a constant companion in the academic-journey of the entire community of the University. It caters significantly to the students, research scholars and faculty members in their quest for creating new bodies of knowledge. The seamless flow of information between the users and the members of Library personnel through internet/intranet enables the Library on acquiring the vital resources of various dimensions to support the scholarship, a fundamental bedrock of the University. With a profound sense of commitment to excellence in services, the NUL, through its innovative services, stands committed to supporting the intellectual inquiry, research and the lifelong learning needs of the Nalanda University community. Nalanda University Library is fully automated by KOHA integrated library management software. Nalanda University invites applications of Post-Graduates in Library & Information Science from recognized Indian universities to serve as Library Trainees purely on a temporary basis maximum for a period of one year. Number of Position of Library Trainees: Three Remuneration: Monthly stipend of Rs 20,000/- Essential Qualification & Experience: Post-graduate in Library & Information Science (M. Lib & Sc.) with minimum of 55% marks. Candidate shall have basic knowledge of computer and preferably working knowledge of any library software and latest ICT. Age Limit: 30 years as on the date of test/interview Selection of candidate will be based on the performance in the written test followed by a personal interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection test/interview. The written test and interview will be conducted in English. The selected candidates will have to work in different shifts and weekends on rotation basis. Certificate of experience will be issued to those who complete at least six months of training. Interested candidates may send their RESUME along with a passport size photograph at library(a)nalandauniv.com by 6th August, 2015 positively and directly come for the written test & interview on 7th August, 2015 at 10.00AM. Candidates are requested to bring with them the certificates (original & one set of photocopy) in support of date of birth and qualifications, experience if any. Venue for written test & interview: Nalanda University, Rajgir Campus. For any enquiry, please contact at library(a)nalandauniv.com. http://nalandauniv.edu.in/jobs.html http://nalandauniv.edu.in/walk-in_library-trainees.pdf Contact Details: Dr. Nihar K Patra, University Librarian, Nalanda University, Rajgir, Dist. Nalanda, Bihar- 803 116,Desk: +91 6112 255330, Fax: +91 6112 255766, E-mail: library(a)nalandauniv.com,Website: http://www.nalandauniv.edu.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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DEABTE AND DISCUSSION ON LIS EVENTS
by Ragaavendra R 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

Dear Professionals, My sincere request is to any lis association or dept should analyze the impact of various events (conference / seminars / lectures etc.) organized in our domain. Let's have a healthy debate and discussion on this topic. Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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National Seminar on “Teaching Role of Librarians” and Technology Exhibition in Kerala Agricultural University during 21-22 August 2015
by Dr. A.T. Francis 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

National Seminar on “Teaching Role ofLibrarians” and Technology Exhibition in Kerala Agricultural University The Kerala Agricultural University(KAU), Thrissur, in association with the AcademicLibrary Association (ALA) and Kerala Library Association (KAL), is organizing a National Seminar on “TeachingRole of Librarians” and Technology Exhibition during 21-22 August 2015. Collaboration of the Kerala State Council forScience Technology and Environment (KSCSTE) is also expecting in this seminarand exhibition. Qualified librarians, libraryeducation teachers and library science students can participate. Interested professionals can register upto 10thAugust. Registrationis free and working lunch will be provided. Expenses towardsaccommodation and travel should be met by participants. Participants fromoutside Kerala will provide rent free accommodation on first come first servebasis, subject to the availability. Towards this, the participants shouldsubmit by e-mail at the time of registration a copy of an undertaking from thehead of the institution stating that the staff/student will bedeputed/permitted to attend the seminar. Unemployed participantsmay produce this certificate signed by themselves. For further details andauthor guidelines:- www.kau.in;or www.kaucentrallibrary.org Dr. A.T. Francis University Librarian i/c &Organising Secretary Kerala AgriculturalUniversity Thrissur – 680 656 Phone (o): 0487-2438311; 2438550; (m)9496839409 E-mail: francisaloor(a)yahoo.com Smt. V.S. Swapna Joint Organising Secretary swapnabenn(a)gmail.com; 9446434149 Dr. A.T. FRANCIS, MCom, MLISc, NET, PhD UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN i/c. Kerala Agriculture University Thrissur - 680 656, India, 91-9496839409 (m) francisaloor(a)yahoo.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to Speak/Partner/Sponsor the 4th SIOT 2015 Conference @ The Solitaire Hotel, Bangalore on 25-26 Sep 2015 (www.scientometrics.asia )
by Anand Byrappa 31 Jul '15

31 Jul '15

Dear All, On behalf of the organizing team of the SIOT 2015 conference, we invite potential speakers, partners & sponsorships for the 4th National Conference on SCIENTOMETRICS and THE INTERNET of THINGS (IoT) - SIOT 2015 - to be held in Bangalore on September 25-26th (at The Solitaire Hotel). Please visit conference website (given below) for more details. EXPERTS IN SCIENTOMETRICS & INTERNET of THINGS (IoT) While we are in the process of identifying and inviting experts for the SIOT 2015, we extend our invitation to lis-forum members. If you are an expert and have a research output in the areas of Scientometrics and the IoT and intend to share, please do contact the following people: Prof. SL Sangam - Conference Chair Dr. IRN Goudar - Conference Technical Director Prof. TD Kemparaju - Organizing Committee Chair SUPPORT/PARTNERSHIP/SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY TO ORGANIZATIONS: Aim of the SIOT 2015 conference is to create a platform for multiple stake holders to discuss and deliberate on Scientometrics & the IoT - Covering concepts, theory, practices, applications & products etc. The conference team will invite, host and attract experts, research scholars and decision makers in the field of KM, library & information science, publishing, e-content, content aggregation, IT, IoT & Scientometrics. If you think of getting value out of the conference and intent to support/partner/sponsor, please do contact the following people: Dr, Francis Jayakanth - Conference Co-Chair Madhuresh Singhal - Programme Committee Chair BS Shivaram - Treasurer Come & join us to make the conference a win-win and a learning experience. Regards, Ananda Byrappa On Behlaf of the organsing team, 4th National Conference on Scientometrics and The Internet of Things (IoT) 24-25th Sep 2015, Bangalore, INDIA. @ the Solitaire Hotel Conference website: www.scientometrics.asia -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Three days Training Programme on “E-resource Management”, 12th-14th August, 2015
by Roma 30 Jul '15

30 Jul '15

Respected Members, INFLIBNET is organizing three days Training Programme on “E-resource Management” during 12th-14th August, 2015. The main objective of this workshop is to help the participants in understanding the key concepts of e-resource management & role of publishers & intermediaries, to provide better visibility of e-resources, linking of e-resources & promote the use of the e-resources and to evaluate the e-resources subscribed by the institutions. The workshop includes lectures as well as intensive hands-on training, so as to provide both theoretical base and practical skills to the participants. *Resource Persons* The lecturers are prominent research scientists/professors working in the field of e-resources management. *Target Participants* Library and information professionals, information scientists and students. A maximum of 25-30 candidates will be enrolled for the training programme on First Come First Serve basis. *Venue* The Workshop will be conducted at Information and Library Network Centre, An IUC of University Grants Commission, Infocity, Gandhinagar-382007, Gujarat, India *Fee* With accommodation: Rs 5,000/- per person Without accommodation Rs 3,000/- per person It covers the cost of workshop kit (containing training materials), breakfast, working lunch, two time tea & snacks during the sessions. The payment should be made through Demand Draft in favour of The INFLIBNET Centre payable at Gandhinagar along with filled-in registration form. Please visit following link for more information: Brochure: *http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/forthcoming/erm_aug2015.pdf <http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/forthcoming/erm_aug2015.pdf>* Registration form: *http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/forthcoming/erm_reg.pdf <http://www.inflibnet.ac.in/forthcoming/erm_reg.pdf>* For participation and more information please do contact dinesh(a)inflibnet.ac.in -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Call for Proposals - Library 2.0
by Padmanabha Vyasamoorthy 30 Jul '15

30 Jul '15

This fully online, participatory conference presents a unique opportunity to showcase the excellent research and work that you do every day. How does your library manage digital collections? Is your library mobile friendly? Do you have a story to tell about maker spaces? Your participation as a presenter will steer the global conversation about the future of libraries. Everyone is welcome to submit a presentation proposal and participate in this free event. There are no registration fees and no travel requirements. The entire conference will be held online via web conferencing (Blackboard Collaborate), with presentations held in multiple languages, across multiple time zones on October 20th, 2015. The Library 2.015 Worldwide Virtual Conference presentations will cover four subject strands, addressing a wide variety of timely topics, such as MOOCs, 21st century leadership, maker spaces, mobile services, embedded librarians, green libraries, and more! http://www.library20.com/page/call-for-proposals -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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iaslic 2015
by Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi 30 Jul '15

30 Jul '15

30thAll India Conference, 2015 - Call for Papers The IASLIC30th All India Conference 2015 is schedule to be held at theDepartment of Library and Information Science, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad,during December 28 -31, 2015. Papers are invited on the following areas ofthe main theme of the conference and the themes of SIG Meetings fordeliberations during the conference. LIBRARY LEGISLATION AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION SERVICES 1 Library Legislation and its Role inCreating Community Learning Space for the Common People ¾ Concept, need and importance of CIS in thelives of citizens ¾ Prerequisites and factors to be consideredfor efficient CIS, barriers of CIS ¾ Role of different sectors in CIS – publiclibraries, government, NGOs, business houses, professional bodies 2 Identification of Community InformationNeeds in Providing CIS ¾ Mobile service,Trainer in Community empowerment, Interdependence 3 Staff Development in Libraries: ACrucial Element for the Success of CIS Programme ¾ Library personnel,Library legislation in the context ofLibrary and Information Service Cadres 4 Library Legislation and the Role ofCommunity Learning Centres ¾ Community MultimediaCentres ¾ Community Tele-Centres ¾ Community LearningSpace 5 Roleof CIS in Harnessing the Resources across Communities and MinimizingCultural Divide ¾ Content Preparation,Distribution of Govt. Information 6 Library Legislation and its Role inEnhancing the Community's Creative Capacity ¾ Library governance - Establishment of State Public Library and Information Service ¾ State LibraryAuthority - State library Council - Directorate of Library Service - District Rural Library Council - Voluntary Libraries 7 Role ofProfessional Associations ¾ Compliance withconstitutional provision 8 Evaluation Mechanism of CIS: A roadmap ¾ State Public Library Fund, Coordination andIntegration/ Consolidation among various Departments (especially Dept. ofCulture); Professional Bodies Special Interest Group Meeting Convenor : Shri Harendranath Bose SIG01 : Social Sciences Information Theme: Library and Research Coordinator: Dr. Jayati Ghosh A Role of library in - Selecting topic for research - Framing hypotheses - Literature review - Collection of data - Interpretation of data - Research report writing - Evaluation of researchreport B Tenets for QualitativeResearch ¾ Checking of plagiarism ¾ Transmission of researchresults to research workers C Role of library in research in different fields D Role of library inLIS research E Tools andreference styles ¾ Metrics/Altmetrics/Scientometrics,Impact factor, H-index SIG02 : Computer Applications in LIS Theme: Library Security Technology Coordinator: Shri Abhijit Bhowmick I Preservation of LibraryMaterials II EnvironmentalFactors (climatic factors) ¾ Biological factors –micro organisms, insects & rodents, Chemical factors, Humanfactors III Disaster Management and Green Library IV Application of new technologies ¾ RFID, CCTV, Web 3.0,MOOCs, ETD V Library Security Guidelines Important dates Seminar: December 28-31, 2015 PaperSubmission: September 30, 2015 Acceptance: October 30, 2015 Venue: Department of Library and InformationScience, Gujarat University,Navranagpura, Ahmedabad, India, PIN Organizing Secretary: Smt. Geeta Girish Gadhavi, Department of Library & InformationScience, Gujarat University, Navranagpura, Ahmedabad GeneralInstructions 1. Contributed papers will have to be ofqualitative value for publication in peer review journals. - A generalised presentation should be avoided. - Full Paper with an informative abstract (between 300 and 400 words) within 2500 words (not more than 10 pages of A4 size paper) typed in single side, double space with Times New Roman font, 12 pt size, margin of 1.25" in left / right / top and bottom and duly signed by the author(s) should be submitted in triplicate by September 30, 2015 along with the “Author’s Declaration Format”. - In addition, softcopy of the full paper composed in MS Word should be submitted on CD/DVD disc or as an attachment through e-mail iaslic.sem(a)gmail.com. - Author should indicate the sub-theme of the paper distinctly. - The paper should be accompanied with an amount of l000.00 (Rupees one thousand only) as paper submission fees which will be adjusted only with the Registration Fees by the Organizing Secretary subject to the production of the respective original receipt of IASLIC. Payment may be made by DD in favour of IASLIC-Seminar payable at Kolkata and sent to Prof. Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Hony. General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata - 700054. If the paper is not accepted, the amount will be refunded. - Pre-seminar volume will have only abstracts of accepted papers. - Accepted papers which are presented in the Seminar, will only be published in the Post- Seminar volume within three months of the Seminar held. - Pre-declaration by the author(s) should be made separately that the paper(s) has/ have not been sent elsewhere for publication/ presentation. This has to be sent in hard copy. 10. Allaccepted papers will be invited for presentation either in the main thematicsession of the Seminar or in the SIG Meetings. A presenter will be allowedmaximum ten minutes for presentation including introduction and conclusion. - There will be provision for Poster presentation. All papers accepted for poster presentation will be allocated time for display of full papers. Abstract of all papers accepted for poster presentation will be included in the pre-Seminar volume. Poster papers will not be published in the post- Seminar volume. - There will be a provision for the Best Poster Presentation Award. - All registered participants will receive Post-Seminar volume free of cost from IASLIC office. Additional Rs.150/- will be charged for postage and handling from those who wish to receive the volume through post. - First author is entitled to get ten copies of reprints of full paper. - The decision of the Editorial Committee will be final and no correspondence regarding the acceptance of papers for presentation in the Seminar or otherwise will be entertained. - Correspondence regarding papers should be addressed to Prof Pijushkanti Panigrahi, Hony. General Secretary, IASLIC, P-291, CIT Scheme No. 6M, Kankurgachi, Kolkata- 700054 or iaslic.sem(a)gmail.com and for Seminar update please visit www.iaslic1955.org.in 13June 2015 ProfPijushkanti Panigrahi, GeneralSecretary INDIAN ASSOCIATIONOF SPECIAL LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION CENTRES IASLIC 30thAll India Conference 2015 Author’s Declaration Format (To be submittedin triplicate along with the paper) - Name (s) (in case of joint author) : - Address (all authors) : - Ph (M) (all authors) : - Sub-theme of the Paper : - Facet No. : - Title of the paper : - Paper submission fees details : Amount Rs 1000.00, DD No. Date: - Date of submission of three print copies and soft copy: (Pl. send print / hard copy (three sets) for processingof your paper) I/We do herebydeclare that the paper has not been submitted elsewhere for publication/presentation. (AUTHOR’s SIGNATUTRE) (AUTHOR’s NAME) | ==========================================================================================================পীযূষকান্তি পাণিগ্রাহী Dr Pijushkanti Panigrahi,Professor , Dept of Lib and Inf Science, 3rd Floor Asutosh Building, University of Calcutta, 87/1 College Street,Kolkata - 700 073, West Bengal, India, email : panigrahipk(a)yahoo.com, panigrahipk11(a)gmail.com, (M) : +91 94342 43522. General Secretary, Indian Association of Special Libraries and Information Centres (IASLIC), P-291, CIT Scheme No 6M , Kankurgachi, Kolkata – 700 054, India; Associate Editor, IASLIC Bulletin ; | | | -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Do librarians have any role in students life long learning ?
by Sanjay Aher 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Dear friends I found some following points in New draft of Maharashtra Public University Act 2011 prepared by Dr Arun Nigawekar Committee. We must consider those points seriously On Part 1 page no 37 committee recommend the creation of 1. *Board of lifelong learning,value education and life skill development* *2. Center for Lifelong Learning, Value Education & Longevity Skills Development (CELIVE).* *The drafting committee feels importance of lifelong learning but in that draft they did not mention the librarians role in lifelong learning.* We must resist their thinking and proved them that librarians teaching Information literacy which is soul of lifelong learning must have adequate share in Board of lifelong learning,value education and life skill development & Centre for Lifelong Learning, Value Education & Longevity Skills Development. For more information please go through the attached pdf which is also available in www.unipune.ac.in -- Mr.Sanjay D Aher Librarian MVP Samaj's Arts, Commerce & Science College Dindori 9822173434 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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GOOGLE BIDS ADIEU TO ITS SOCIAL NETWORK
by Ragaavendra R 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

GOOGLE BIDS ADIEU TO ITS SOCIAL NETWORK Google is bidding adieu to Google Plus, an awkwardly named social network that the American search engine had launched four years ago hoping it would become a serious rival to Facebook. Google has spent the last several months chopping up Google Plus's most useful pieces and making them separate services as it moves away from making Google Plus the central hub for all Google-related activity. On Monday, the company announced its most drastic step for breaking up Google Plus. Google has announced more sweeping changes for Google Plus over the next few months as it restructures network into two distinctly separate products: streams and photos. Many tasks Previously, many tasks within Google products (such as, say, commenting on a YouTube video) required a Google Plus profile, but that won't be the case moving forward. "People have told us that accessing all of their Google stuff with one account makes life a whole lot easier," Bradley Horowitz, Google's vice president of photos and sharing, wrote in a company blog. Google now says that in the coming months, you'll only need to create a Google account to do things such as creating a YouTube channel, communicating with contacts and other key functionalities. Google also announced it's adding a new feature to the social network called Google Plus Collections, which lets users share and read posts sorted by existing topics like sneakers, gluten-free recipes and Ireland or all-new user-generated topics. Meanwhile, the social network's location sharing ability will be moved over to Hangouts and other unspecified apps, "where it really belongs." The changes also mark a symbolic end of Google Plus as a social network meant to rival Facebook. Forcing Google users to sign up for a Google Plus account in order to the use some of the company's other products and services was a clear bid to generate interest in its social network, but it backfired with many users. Google Plus claimed 300 million monthly active users in late 2013. REFLINK: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/492026/google-bids-adieu-its-social.html Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and may not represent those of the Company or bind the Company. Any commitments made over e-mail are not financially binding on the company unless accompanied or followed by a valid purchase order. This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by Mail Scanner, and is believed to be clean. The Company accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. www.jubl.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Launching of Odisha Library Academy and seminar on " New Perspectives of Librarianship"
by Mrutyunjay Sethy 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Dear Library professionals, On behalf of Odisha Library Academy, I would like to request you to participate on the Launching ceremony of Odisha Library Academy, Librarian's Day celebrations and seminar on "New perspectives of Librarianship" on 9th august 2015 at RMRC Auditorium, Bhubaneswar . This is an open froum one day seminar.There is no registration fees for participating the seminar.Please confirm your participation by filling the online registration form in the following link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1oAiwyeThDFyun8iIJSqmSEYG4rgvDOP5t0L2HDmXdn… -- * Mrutyunjay Sethy* *Institute of Mathematics and Applications,* *Andharua,Bhubaneswar - 751003* *Odisha, INDIA.* *Contact No-+919861833111(M)* * +919437493369(M)* -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Library Information Assistant Trainees (On contract basis) at IISER Thiruvananthapuram
by Jayaraj 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Number of Vacancies: Two (Unreserved)Age Limit: 28 years as on 01/08/ 2015Remuneration: Rs 15,000/- per month.Date for written test & interview: 10.00 AM on 12/08/ 2015.Qualification: Master’s in Library & Information Science /documentation or equivalent For details visit: http://www.iisertvm.ac.in/openings/read_opening/124.phpx -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Regarding MRP support by UGC in the subject: Library and Information Science
by Dattatray Sankpal 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Dear Librarians, I have some queries to share with you. As an eligibility for MRP Grants from UGC is : "Only the teaching faculty of Library Science, Physical Education, Principals and Vice-Chancellors will also be eligible to participate in the scheme." This criteria is limiting Librarians doing Projects. 1. May I know the reason behind excluding us? 2. Are librarians not an academic part? 3. Are librarians not eligible to conduct research? 4. Teaching and Research are two different things. Rather research is another dedication, another motivating factor. 5. We Librarians wish to do many experiments in our libraries, therefore UGC support will go a long way. 6. Teachers have very little scope to concentrate on research, if they are teaching the prescribed syllabus sincerely, while librarians have limitless scope to investigate problems, experiment new things and for that your positive decision will prove to be motivating factor. 7. (inevitably comparing)Teachers teach what is prescribed and may be more than what is prescribed and keep learning new things. Librarians do practice, explore, experiment, implement, re-search what is learnt and keep learning new things. -- Sincerely yours, *Dattatray Sankpal* *Librarian* *Associate Editor, WCS's National Journal of Interdisciplinary Research* * | sankpaldattatray(a)gmail.com <sankpaldattatray(a)gmail.com> ** | * * | **Mob.: 9921931803 | | **http://fillfeelosophy.blogspot.in/ <http://fillfeelosophy.blogspot.in/> ** | * *| about.me/dattatraysankpal <http://about.me/dattatraysankpal>** | * *| *http://duttadotkom.tumblr.com/ *| * -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Late Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam and Library and Information Services
by Ishwar Goudar 29 Jul '15

29 Jul '15

Dear Professionals, Sad demise of our dear Ex-President of India Bharatratna Dr. Abdul Kalam has shocked the entire world in general and our country in particular. While typing this message, I am listening to a number of people from different walks of life showing their respects to this great son of India through their condolence messgaes in TV. I would like to quote few interesting instances about Dr. Kalam, seen and experienced when I was working as Head of the Information Centre at NAL, Bangalore. Dr. Kalam was Chairman of Research Council of NAL, when he was Head of DRDO. I would like to quote his sense of humour I witnessed during one of the meeting. NAL had collaborartion with TAAL (Taneja Aerospace and Aviation Ltd). At that time 'Taal' Hindi picture runnung successfully. When discussion came about TAAL, Dr Kalam started singing the song 'Taal se taal mila .....' . The UGC-Infonet Digital Library Consortium was formally launched in December, 2003 by Dr. A P J *Abdul Kalam*, then President of India. In his book 'Ignited Minds', Dr. Kalam recognises knowledge as prime mover of prosparity and power. He supported Digital Library of India (Million Book Project) in a big way. I had an opportunity of making a presentation about NAL Information Centre in the presence of Dr. Kalam. While appreciating our Centre's innovative information services he had advised us set up National Aerospace Library & Information Network. We could never full fill his desire as most of the Aeropsace LICs in India are part of either ISRO or DRDO, wherein confidentiality is of prime concern. I had few opportunities of serving his aerospace information requirements, for which he himself had spoken to me personally. Inspite of being a big man he had the courtecy of writing appreciation letter that too in his own handwriting. I consider myself lucky for having got opportunities for delivering lectures twicein his presence at Metcalfe House, that too once due to his suggestion. He took lot of interest to improve LIS at DRDO. Once I happened to stay in DRDO Guest House, where Dr. Kalam stayed after he was designated as President of India, but not yet assumed President's Office. I tried, but failed to meet him as he had left for TN on the same morning. Then onwards I had glimpse of his looks only in some functions or through media. SOME PUBLICATIONS OF DR. KALAM: 'Wings of Fire', 'India 2020', '2020-Vision for the New Millanium', 'Ignited Minds', 'Turning Points', 'Target 3 Billion', 'Indomitable Spirit', 'Guiding Souls: Dialogues on the Purpose of Life',' My Journey: Transforming Dreams Into Actions', 'THE SCIENTIFIC INDIAN: A Twenty-First Century Guide to the World Around Us', 'The Family and The Nation', 'Spirit Of India', 'Thoughts for Change: We Can Do it', 'Children Ask Kalam', 'Evolution of Enlightened Societies', He has few books in Hindi to his credit. FEW LIS RELATED QUOTES OF APJ: "Digital library is where the past meets the present and creates the future". "Library professionals should begin tailorservices to every user" *“ *Information that is static is of no value * ”.* "Libraries should be integrated with mobile platforms to empower people in the country particularly youths with books and journals" 'Home libraries facilitate harnessing knowledge and harmony among family members'. We librarians should add books of Dr. Kalam to our libraries and also spread his ideals and messages for the benefit of our user community and future generation. We can think of setting up of a Digital Library covering works by him and on him, News Clippings, Audio, Videos, etc. Let us try to inculcate his ideals in our service for the benefit of both the society and profession. Regards, "Access E-Resources for Academic and Research Excellence" *- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -* Dr. I.R.N. Goudar - Adjunct Professor, Mangalore University - Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser Bangalore University Library, BANGALORE - 560056 - Ex. Visiting Professor Cum Library Adviser, UoM, Mysore - Ex. Scientist 'G' and Head, ICAST, NAL, Bangalore - Ex. Dy Librarian, IITM, Chennai - Ex. Scientist (Information), IICT, Hyderabad - Fulbright Scholar, Univ. of Michigan and Columbia Univ, USA (1995-96) - British Council Scholar (1982-83) E-mail: goudarishwar(a)gmail.com Tel: 080-23215510 Mob: 91+9611165781 (If not reachable pl try land line) -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book Scanners
by Biju Varghese 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

Dear professionals, Our college is planning to purchase a book scanner. Which intends to avoid photocopying of books, which cause damage to the reference books. At the same time we have lots of copy left book to digitize. We are looking for the scanners with V shaped scanning surface. Please guide me to purchase apt scanner for this purpose. Regards, -- Biju V V Librarian Sacred Heart College Thevara, Cochin 13 Ph: +919446143971 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fw: IIMA - ISB Global Conference on Emerging Trends in Business Librarianship
by Prof. N. Laxman Rao. 28 Jul '15

28 Jul '15

Dear Sir/Mam,The Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad in association with Indian School of Business is organizing a three day Global Conference on Emerging Trends In Business Librarianship during December 2 - 4, 2015 at Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad.The aim of this conference is to provide an opportunity to the business library professionals from across the globe to share their experiences, ideas, research and knowledge for mutual benefit. The conference is an attempt to provide a platform to address issues relating to the emerging trends that are reshaping business libraries.I am sure you will find this conference very useful and request you to register for this conference at the earliest. Please find attached the Conference brochure for your reference and for further information you may also visit our conference website http://www.iimahd.ernet.in/library/conference. Looking forward for your confirmationThanks & regards Mr. Mallikarjun Dora Mob: 9725608871 , 079-66324983Organizing TeamETBL, 2015http://iimahd.ernet.in/library/conference/  -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation for TIFR-BOSLA Special Lecature on 08.08.2015 at 9:30 am in TIFR, Mumbai
by Prabakaran Rajaraman 27 Jul '15

27 Jul '15

Dear Moderator, Please announce the following. Dear Professionals, We are cordially inviting you for TIFR-BOSLA Special Lecture to commemorate the birth celebrations of Dr S R Ranganathan, Father of Library Science on 8th August 2015 at TIFR, Mumbai. REGISTRATION IS FREE and OPEN FOR ALL LIS PROFESSIONALS. Registration is open to 70 persons, on first come first served basis. If not registered already, do register online at the below link in order to confirm your participation. This will also help us to make necessary arrangements like Breakfast, lunch and other logistics for the half-day programme. The last date for registration is 31st July 2015. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nFiNN2vZxeGD2ttHUfVtKRwfdEO0POAXF1UjFq-2dP… The programme details are enclosed herewith. How to reach TIFR? TIFR can be reached by local train stations “Churchgate” on western railway and “CST” on central railway. BEST bus route no. 137 is available from Churchgate (West side) station, opposite to 'Asiatic Store' and its last stop is “Navy Nagar”. BEST bus route nos. 3, 11 and 125 are available from CST station. Bus stands are along the station building and hence you need not cross the subway or road. Name of the last stop is “Navy Nagar”. TIFR is just 5 minutes by walking from the Navy Nagar bus stop. Alternatively, taxies can be hired from either of the above two stations to go to “Navy Nagar”. Kindly carry your photo identity card for easy and quick security clearance. Please make it convenient to attend the Special Lecture. With regards, R. Prabakaran General Secretary, BOSLA ---------------------------------------- Head, SIRC Scientific Information Resource Centre Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Homi Bhabha Road Colaba, Mumbai 400 005 (T) 022-22782230 / 2584 (M) 9969190888 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Three days Koha workshop at Kerala Library Association Kottayam region, Kerala
by Vimal Kumar V. 27 Jul '15

27 Jul '15

Dear Professionals, Kerala Library Association Kottayam Region and Marian College, Kuttikkanam jointly organising three day workshop on Koha. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WORKSHOP 1. Selection and management of Open Source software in library 2. Basic Linux training 3. Learning of Koha installation on Ubuntu 14.04 LTS 4. Hands on training of Koha modules 5. Tips for system maintenance and administration 6. How to utilize Koha community support RESOURCE PERSONS Vimal Kumar V. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam Prajeesh Bhaskaran Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam Savithry T.K. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam Jasimudeen S. Librarian St. Stephens College, Uzhavoor Kottayam Jobin Jose Librarian Marian College Kuttikkanam REGISTRATION A maximum of 30 participants will be permitted. Admission is on first-come-first-serve basis. The registration fee: Rs. 2000 . (To be paid by Demand Draft in favor of The Principal, Marian College Kuttikkanam payable at Peermade.) The Registration fee includes workshop kit, food and accommodation. Send the application form and DD to JOBIN JOSE Librarian, Marian College Kuttikkanam Peermade, Idukki Dt., Kerala – 685 531 Advance on line registration https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1tUMI25qTyYFDnAD2qAt0f9BT2Djzsbsw2Cc9n1IWZd… You can download registration form from here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dBouzKGoNfG3onOOR55JfAe15b5yVT_LJcc2l2F… Duty leave will be available for the participants. VENUE AND DATE Venue: Marian College Kuttikkanam Date: 24-26 August 2015 METHODOLOGY Lectures, demonstration, discussions and extensive practical sessions will be available. CONTACT DETAILS Vimal Kumar V. Secretary Kerala Library Association Kottayam Region Mobile: 9846496323 vimal0212 at gmail.com Mr JOBIN JOSE Librarian, Marian College Kuttikkanam Peermade, Idukki Dt., Kerala – 685 531 Mob: 09447827393, 04689-232203 (O) jobinjobinjo at gmail.com -- Vimal Kumar V. Technical Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.info Blog: http://linuxhalwa.blogspot.com http://kohageek.blogspot.in http://moovandan.blogspot.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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CALL FOR PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL LIBRARIANS NETWORK (ILN) - close at midnight on Sunday 26th July 2015
by Kishor Satpathy 25 Jul '15

25 Jul '15

CALL FORPARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONALLIBRARIANS NETWORK (ILN) Dear colleagues, Want to build yourprofessional network and learn about librarianship around the world? Love theidea of professional travel but just don’t have the budget? The InternationalLibrarians Network (ILN) is for you. ILN pleased to announce the next round ofthis popular program will commence in mid-August 2015. The ILN peer mentoring program is a facilitated programs aimed athelping librarians develop international networks. Participating in the ILNbrings wider professional awareness, an international perspective to your work,new ideas, and increased professional confidence. We know this because many ofour participants tell us – and we’ve had over 2500 librarians from 110countries take part so far. Peer mentoring helps professionals develop partnerships and grow theirnetwork. The ILN uses a model where all participants are treated as equals whohave valuable experiences to share. This means that partners are not placedinto established mentor/protégé roles, but rather are encouraged to view theirpartnership as a way to learn from each other; all are mentors and all areprotégés. So why participate in a peer mentoring program? Peer mentoring can allow you to: 1. rediscover your own valuable skillsby sharing your experiences with your partner 2. learn a different perspective on yourprofession 3. build your network 4. reinvigorate the passion your career 5. develop your professional skills Applications for the next round of partnerships program i.efrom August to December 2015 are being accepted now and close at midnight on Sunday 26th July 2015 (Sydney, Australia time) - just two day away! . Numbers arelimited, so apply early to ensure you don’t miss out. This email is to remind you. If you have already applied for theprogram, please ignore this email. Participationin the program is free and open to anyone working or studying in libraries andtheir related fields. The only requirements are an internet connection, Englishfluency, one hour each week to communicate with your partner, and a willingnessto share and learn with colleagues around the world. If you've enjoyed your participation in the last round, why not sign upfor another partner, and continue building an international professionalnetwork. Tell your colleagues about the program as well, and get the benefitsof shared professional development. You can find out more about how the program works here: http://interlibnet.org/how-the-program-works/ Or you can explore our Frequently Asked Questions here: http://interlibnet.org/frequently-asked-questions-2/ Applications can be submitted online here: http://interlibnet.org/participate-in-the-iln-2/ If you have additional questions about the program, please don't hesitateto contact us at contact(a)interlibnet.org / ksatpathy(a)gmail.com Thanks & Regards, Dr. Kishor Satpathy ILN Ambassador- India NIT Silchar -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Article request
by shashi bhat 25 Jul '15

25 Jul '15

Dear Friends, One of our faculty is in need of the following article for his research purpose. If any one of you have access to it kindly arrange to send. New TNM staging criteria for head and neck tumors (pages 30–42)Brian O'Sullivan and Jatin ShahArticle first published online: 11 AUG 2003 | DOI: 10.1002/ssu.10019 - Seminars in Surgical Oncology : 2003 - Vol 21 Issue 1 With Regards, Mrs. Shashikala K Librarian, A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Constituent College of Nitte University, Deralakatte, Mangalore - 575018. Ph: 0824-2204572, 2204963 (ext.-234) Res: 0824-2202133 Mob: +919448869047. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Sustainable Development Goals: The Impact of Access to Information on our Societies e-forum - 7th to 18th of September 2015
by Imma Subirats 24 Jul '15

24 Jul '15

Sustainable Development Goals: The Impact of Access to Information on our Societies e-forum - 7th to 18th of September 2015 More information: http://bit.ly/1IfwrU6 The Confederation of Open Access Repositories (COAR) [1], the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) [2] and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations [3] are organizing an e-forum on "Sustainable Development Goals: The Impact of Access to Information on our Societies" which will take place from 7th to 18th of September 2015. The objective of this online event is to provide a forum to discuss how information centers and libraries can promote the adoption of access to information as part of the post-2015 agenda through the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) [4]. The Lyon Declaration [5], an advocacy document being used to influence the content of the UN post-2015 development agenda, will play a key role in this discussion. The event will offer webcasts by experts to provide important background information for participants and to help stimulate dialogue around three main questions: 1.- What are the ways that access to information (and more narrowly open access) contributes to sustainable development? Please elaborate in case studies and examples if possible. 2.- How can libraries and information centres promote the adoption of access to information as part of the "post-2015 agenda, in particular SDGs"? Have you considered contacting your relevant Ministries to ensure that access to information, open access, and information providers (such as libraries and information centres) are reflected in the National Development plans? 3.- What can we do collectively - for example, through COAR, FAO and IFLA- to raise awareness of open access and access to information in the context of SDG discussion? Please join and participate to this e-forum! == Target users == The e-forum is aimed at information professionals in general. Any person related to access to information, libraries, information centers is invited and encouraged to participate in the forum. == Dates == The e-forum on "Sustainable Development Goals: The Impact of Access to Information on our Societies" will take place from 7th to 18th of September 2015. == Webinars == During the e-forum, webinars will take place to support the discussions. Announcements will be distributed one week before each webinar. The first webinar will take place on the 6th of September at 11:00 with the title "Libraries, The Lyon Declaration, and the Road to 2030” by Stuart Hamilton, Deputy Secretary General, Director, Policy & Advocacy at the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA). == How to join == The e-forum is open to anyone and places are not limited. If you are interested in participating in this online event, please fill in the form at https://dgroups.org/fao/ciard-econsultation/sdgs-impact-access-information-…. If you have any questions or clarifications, please contact us at AIMS(a)fao.org ------------------------------------------------------------ [1] https://www.coar-repositories.org/ [2] http://www.ifla.org/ [3] http://www.fao.org/ [4] https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/sdgsproposal [5] http://www.lyondeclaration.org/signatories/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Invitation to "Librarians' Meet", presentation ceremony of of KLA Gold Medal Award & Prof. C. A. Augustine – Holy Cross Endowment Award and KLA Annual General Body Meeting, 2 Aug.,2015, Trivandrum
by S.L. Faisal 24 Jul '15

24 Jul '15

Dear Sir / Madam, We have immense pleasure to invite you to the “Librarians’ Meet 2015” & presentation of KLA Gold Medal Award and Prof. C. A. Augustine – Holy Cross Endowment Award at 10.00 am on 2nd August 2015 at K. C. Eapen Hall (2nd Floor), YMCA Buildings, North Gate of Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 695 001. The 44th Annual General Body Meeting of the Kerala Library Association will be held on the same day at 2.00 pm at the same venue. The agenda and other details have already been communicated to all KLA Members. Kindly make it convenient to attend the day long functions. Regards, Dr. M. Lalitha General Secretary Kerala Library Association PROGRAMME (“Librarians’ Meet 2015” & presentation of KLA Gold Medal Award and Prof. C. A. Augustine – Holy Cross Endowment Award) --------------------- Invocation Welcome: Dr. M. Lalitha, General Secretary, KLA Presidential address: Dr. A. Gopikuttan, President, KLA Inaugural address: Dr. D. Babu Paul, Former Chief Secretary, Govt. of Kerala Presentation of awards: Dr. Jancy James, former Vice Chancellor of M G Univ. and Central Univ. of Kerala Felicitations: Dr. Siddeek M. A., Assistant Professor, Dept. Of Malayalam, Univ. Of Kerala Dr. A. Paslithil, Campus Director, Sree Sankara Univ. Of Sanskrit, Tvpm Shri. Hamsa A., Deputy Librarian (I/C), Kerala Univ. Library, Tvpm Vote of thanks: Shri. G. Harikumar, Vice President, KLA ....................................................................... P.S. Please join us for lunch after the programme. ....................................................................... For more information and to download the AGB Meeting Notice and Invitation, visit Website: http://www.keralalibraryassociation.org/ Blog: https://klaweblog.wordpress.com/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/KeralaLibraryAssociation Twitter: http://twitter.com/klaconnect .............................................. Posted for KLA by S.L.Faisal Member, Executive Committee Kerala Library Association Thiruvananthapuram-695 002 Mobile: +91 9447699724 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Recruitment of one Project Assistant at ISI Library
by gnibedita＠isical.ac.in 24 Jul '15

24 Jul '15

Please circulate this advertisement. An Walk-in-interview will be conducted on 14 August 2015 at 11.45 am.for recruitment of one Project Assistant on purely temporary basis to work in the project titled "Restoration, Digitization and metadata creation of microfilm and microfiche" in the Reprography and Photography Unit, Library of the Institute. For detail please see the attachment. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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WHAT DO WE WANT FROM THE NEXT LIBRARIAN OF CONGRESS?
by Ragaavendra R 24 Jul '15

24 Jul '15

WHAT DO WE WANT FROM THE NEXT LIBRARIAN OF CONGRESS? There's a reason "librarians everywhere" were singled out for an EFF Pioneer award in 2000. Time and again, in fights against censorship and intrusive surveillance laws, librarians have been allies of the public, serving as the institutional representation of the ideals of intellectual freedom, unfettered speech, and reader privacy Users need allies like that in the federal government-and they now have a chance to get a new one. The position of Librarian of Congress-the United States' top librarian role-has opened up for the first time in 28 years. President Obama should fill that spot with a candidate that has a strong record of supporting core library values and can help ensure that those values are fully realized in the digital age. Unfortunately Dr. James Billington, who's been in that office for nearly three decades, has not been that kind of librarian. He's come under heavy criticism in recent years, in part because he has not provided the technical leadership to bring the library into the 21st century. That criticism is likely underscored by his personal technological preferences, such as communicating with his staff largely via fax. A re-energized, 21st century Library under a new Librarian could do all kinds of practical good. For example: *It could redouble its efforts to digitize its collection and make it accessible online. The Library of Congress has an amazing collection, including vast stores of public domain works, but you still have to go to DC to explore most of it. *It could do a better job of overseeing and supporting the Copyright Office, which is responsible for maintaining records of copyright registrations and is an influential voice in the crafting, and even interpretation, of copyright policy. The Registrar has complained that she is not getting the resources she needs to modernize the Office, including long-overdue efforts to bring early Copyright Catalogs online. Some misguided legislators think that solution is to move the department altogether. That's a bad idea, as we explain in another post: the Copyright Office belongs in a library. But it surely deserves the technological resources it needs to do its job. *It could improve access to the Congressional Research Service, which produces non-partisan informational reports for legislators. Those reports are tremendously valuable to the public, but they are only inconsistently available-there is no centralized public collection or catalog. As the New York Times notes, that is absurd.More broadly, the Librarian of Congress could serve as a zealous advocate for user's rights.One important area for Librarian input is the rulemaking process for temporary exemptions to section 1201 of the DMCA-this is the process by which jailbreaking or unlocking cell phones gets temporary clearance, for example, and where we're currently fighting to get new rules for repairing and modifying cars, bringing abandoned video games back online, ripping video streams, and more. The Copyright Office runs the rulemaking, and the Librarian generally, but not always, defers to its judgment. A Librarian that was engaged on users rights could be a much more active voice in that process. The Librarian of Congress could also be our foremost advocate for libraries across the country. She could help shape an orphan works proposal that was responsive to the needs of the millions and millions of users of copyrighted works, not just a few influential rightsholders. The next Librarian of Congress could throw institutional support behind executive efforts to support encryption and privacy technologies. Jessamyn West, the librarian whose Librarian of PROgress campaign has become a focal point for this discussion, has been a leading voice on what we can hope for in, to use her term, the #nextLoC. In a post last week, she laid out a wishlist of what she and other members of the library community would like to see. As she notes, these priorities could certainly match those of somebody who already works in a library-perhaps unsurprisingly, the American Library Association too has advocated that President Obama nominate a professional librarian for the position. But they could also come from somebody who is simply passionate about users rights. Free speech, privacy, and intellectual freedom are core values of both EFF and librarians everywhere, and we can always use another well-placed advocate. We urge the president to choose one. REFLINK: https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2015/07/what-do-we-want-next-librarian-congre… Best Regards, Raghvendra R The information contained in this electronic message and in any attachments to this message is confidential, legally privileged and intended only for use by the person or entity to which this electronic message is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify the sender and system manager by return email and delete the message and its attachments and also you are hereby notified that any distribution, copying, review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of this electronic transmission or the information contained in it is strictly prohibited. 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