ARL member libraries and archives employ more than 35,000 people. Their work aids faculty, students, researchers, and members of the general public in their pursuit of knowledge. As the mission of research libraries changes in support of the research enterprise, ARL library staff will address user needs in new ways.
The Learning Network is a crucial resource for advancing professional development. This unified suite of programs empowers ARL libraries and archives staff with the tools necessary to meet the current and future needs of users. Offerings focus on leadership and skills development; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and the challenges of organizational change.
The Learning Network seeks to foster:
- An agile mind-set
- Dedication to lifelong learning
- Mastery of cultural, diversity, equity, and inclusion competencies
- A collaborative spirit and commitment to partnership in the global research enterprise
Contact L+T@arl.org to find out how you can get involved.
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Leadership Fellows Program
Intensive Learning Program
Leadership and Career Development Program
Kaleidoscope Program
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Learning Summit
The Learning Summit brings fellows across ARL programs to a shared space designed to provide opportunities for cross-cohort connections in an expanded learning community. The Learning Summit is held in...
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Leadership & Transformation Cohort Program Event Site Hosts
ARL member institutions have opportunities to host Leadership and Transformation cohort program events including Leadership and Career Development Program site visits, Leadership Fellows Program site visits, and Kaleidoscope Program site...
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Leadership & Transformation Cohort Program Alums
Below are rosters of past cohorts of ARL Leadership and Transformation Cohort Programs. ...
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ILP Components and Timeline
The Intensive Learning Program engages fellows in the following components over an eight-month period: ...
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ILP Application, Eligibility, and Tuition
The application for the 2025 Intensive Learning Program (ILP) is now closed. The application for the 2027 ILP cohort is expected to open in October 2026. During the application period,...
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ILP Alums
Past Intensive Learning Program Fellows are listed below. Listed information was current at the time of program participation....
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LFP Current Fellows
Below is the roster of the Leadership Fellows Program 2025 cohort. 2025 Leadership Fellows Neelam Bharti Associate Dean for Research and Learning Services Florida State University (FSU) Libraries Neelam Bharti...
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LFP Components and Timeline
The LFP engages fellows in six major experiences over a 13-month period (October 2025–October 2026):...
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LFP Application, Eligibility, and Tuition
The application for the 2025 Leadership Fellows Program (LFP) is now closed. The application for the 2027 LFP cohort is expected to open in May 2027. During the application period,...
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LFP Alums
Past Leadership Fellows are listed below. Listed information was current at the time of program participation....
