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Deadline for Expressions of Interest in ARL Learning+ DEI Cohort Program Selection Working Groups
The ARL Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and Learning Network Committee are seeking expressions of interest for the Kaleidoscope Program (KP) and Leadership Fellows Program (LFP) Selection Working Groups. Program...
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Community Groups in Pilot Status
The Member Engagement and Outreach Committee is pleased to announce a newly established Community Group: the Subject Libraries Leaders Affinity Group. There is a pressing need for a dedicated organization or...
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ARL Has Love for Data Week
It’s raining data! “Hallelujah!” During Love Data Week, the international celebration of data focuses on building and engaging community around good data practice. ARL libraries are enthusiastic supporters of Love...
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ARL Celebrates Black History Month 2025
Join ARL and our member libraries in celebrating Black history in February. Below is a roundup of events, blog posts, exhibits, and other resources that showcase opportunities to learn, experience,...
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Holly Mercer Appointed Dean of Libraries at University of Maryland
The University of Maryland (UMD) will soon have a new dean of University Libraries. Effective July 1, Holly Mercer will lead the expansive UMD university library system—which stretches across seven...
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ARL Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the National Day of Racial Healing
Earlier this week, the Association of Research of Libraries (ARL) paused to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision and values caused generations of Americans to...
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Parting Thoughts from Former UMD Dean of Libraries Adriene Lim
I remain cautiously optimistic because I continue to believe deeply in the library’s mission… At the end of the 2024 spring semester, Adriene Lim, PhD, retired as dean of libraries...
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ARL Shines a Light on Native American Heritage During the Month of November
ARL joins our member institutions in honoring Native American Heritage Month by compiling a roundup of blog posts, events, and other resources that celebrate the culture and heritage of Native...
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Margaret Meserve Named Interim Dean of Libraries and Press at University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame has appointed Margaret Meserve the interim Edward H. Arnold Dean of Hesburgh Libraries and University Press, effective August 1, 2024. In addition to her interim appointment,...
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2024
The Association of Research Libraries is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15–October 15). Below is a roundup of the events, blogs, resources, and exhibits from our member libraries....