Fifth Annual Leadership Institute

January 24-25, 2009 

Denver, Colorado

In conjunction with the American Library Association Midwinter Meeting in Denver, the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) will host its Fifth Annual Leadership Institute for MLS students on Saturday and Sunday, January 24 and 25, 2009. The Leadership Institute will focus on issues related to transitioning into, and building career networks in, research libraries. The program will include guest presentations from library leaders and former ARL Diversity Scholars. Registration for this event is open to any MLS student free of charge.

The Leadership Institute will provide:

• a theoretical overview of macro-level issues facing research libraries;
  
• advice on career opportunities in, and transitioning into, a research library;
  
• opportunities to develop a community of learners amongst the participants;
  
• opportunities for both formal and informal mentoring; and
  
• opportunities to network with ARL library leaders.
  

Register by December 8, 2008

The Leadership Institute is funded by ARL member institutions and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. This annual event is a component of the ARL Diversity Initiatives, which include the Career Enhancement Program, Initiative to Recruit a Diverse Workforce, and the Leadership and Career Development Program.