iSchool Professor Reflects on Engaging Experience at 2024 ALISE Conference

Don Latham, a professor of the School of Information (iSchool), presented at the 2024 Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) Conference, where he shared insights on the evolving role of public librarians and the importance of Library and Information Science (LIS) education in preparing students for the profession. He was joined by fellow iSchool professor Melissa Gross, who also presented at the conference.

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Library Manager-High Springs Branch Library (Alachua Cty, FL)

Job Title:  Library Manager 1IE01 Opening Date/Time:  Fri. 08/26/16 12:00 AM Eastern Time Closing Date/Time:  Fri. 09/30/16 11:59 PM Eastern Time Salary:   $23.88 – $38.21 Hourly $49,677.47 – $79,483.46 Annually Job Type:  Full-Time Location:  Alachua County, Florida Department:  Library District, High Springs Branch Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s degree in library science from a library school program …

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Web Design/Graphics Internship

Web Designer/Graphics Assistant The DSA Marketing Office offers a position for a web designer/graphics assistant working towards a degree in an appropriate area of specialization (Studio Art, Media Production, Media/Communication Studies, Marketing, Advertising, Information Technology, etc.).   The web designer/graphics assistant will work with the electronic media team to communicate the mission and market the …

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Internship — David B. Weigle Information Commons (Philadelphia, PA)

Availability: two positions: one year long position opening immediately and one year long position to begin in September Hours: 20 hours/week including some late night and weekend hours. Salary: $15/hour. Reporting to the Director of the Information Commons, Information Consultants handle patron questions, provide assistance with educational technologies and guidance on policies and procedures of …

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iSchool students recognized for their work in International Space Apps Challenge

Florida State University School of Information doctoral students Julia Skinner and Abigail Phillips were recognized for their efforts in the International Space Apps Challenge, a global collaboration led by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in mid-April. The International Space Apps Challenge is an international mass collaboration focused on space exploration that took place over …

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Archivist Position: Zayed University, UAE

The Library and Learning Commons Department seeks University Archivist who is responsible for overall management of the University’s young archive collections.  The successful candidate will lead the collection-development efforts to acquire the most significant materials of permanent historical value for documenting the history and functions of Zayed University.  The Archivist will also be responsible for …

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