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Steve Smith Reappointed Dean of UTK Libraries
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK) has reappointed Steve Smith (04LFP Fellow) to another five-year term as dean of libraries. Steve will complete his 15th year as dean at the...
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Dale Askey Appointed UBC University Librarian
The University of British Columbia (UBC) has appointed Dale Askey as university librarian for a five-year term, effective September 1, 2026. Dale currently serves as vice provost (Library & Museums) and...
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Apply for ARL Kaleidoscope Program 2026—Deadline May 13
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) invites applications for the 2026 cohort of the Kaleidoscope Program—a two-year commitment designed to strengthen pathways into research libraries and archives and remove barriers...
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UC Irvine to Host ARL Kaleidoscope Program Leadership Symposium
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is delighted to announce that University of California (UC) Irvine Libraries will host the Kaleidoscope Program 2027 Leadership Symposium. The ARL Kaleidoscope Program is...
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ARL and CNI Release Report on Strategic Implications of AI Futures for Research Libraries
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the research and information environment in consequential ways. To help research library leaders think strategically about those changes, the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the...
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ARL Statement on Reintroduction of Pro Codes Act
ARL continues to oppose the Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to Codes (Pro Codes) Act, which would grant private entities exclusive copyright ownership over elements of the law. The Pro...
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ARL Unbound Column Launches with Interview of Alexia Hudson-Ward
ARL Unbound is a new column in Library Journal by ARL Executive Director Andrew K. Pace, in which he talks with ARL members at the forefront of leading issues in...
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Anne Seymour Appointed Vice-Provost (Libraries) and University Librarian for University of Manitoba
The University of Manitoba (UM) has appointed Anne Seymour as vice-provost (Libraries) and university librarian, effective March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2031. She also holds an appointment as a...
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Nicole Kong Named Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies
Purdue University has appointed Nicole Kong (25ILP Fellow) as associate vice provost and dean of Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies, effective March 16, 2026. Nicole Kong has served...
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Memorial: Robin Nelson Downes, 1932–2025
Robin Nelson Downes, former director of the University of Houston Libraries, died at 93 on December 3, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Robin served as director of the University of Houston...
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