Posts by pyonker@asist.org
Upcoming Webinars and Events, November 2023
Upcoming Webinars and Events, November 2023 ASIS&T Webinars, your source for online live and on-demand content created by the Association for Information Science & Technology, are free to ASIS&T members. Our webinars connect you with experts and global thought leaders in information science, management, and business on relevant professional issues. How Can Public Libraries Create…
Read MoreAffiliated Organization News, November 2023
Affiliated Organization News, November 2023 Panel Discussion: The Role of Generative AI in LIS Publishing: Opportunities and Challenges November 29, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST (will be recorded) Cost: Free Register here: https://albany.libcal.com/event/11525642 (When you register, you’ll receive a confirmation e-mail with the Zoom link.) See details here. iConference 2024 Virtual Academic Program: April 15…
Read MorePresident’s Column, September 2023
President’s Column, September 2023 “Summer makes me drowsy. Autumn makes me sing. Winter’s pretty lousy, but I hate Spring.” Dorothy Parker I don’t entirely agree with Ms. Parker, but she has a point. I don’t know about you, but if you are in the Northern Hemisphere, while the summer sun is a welcome change from…
Read MoreJoin Us for the Only Virtual Annual Meeting Workshop Opportunity
Join Us for the Only Virtual Annual Meeting Workshop Opportunity Not able to attend this year’s Annual Meeting? Or, looking for a preview of the rich content in advance of attending the meeting? This year’s ASIS&T Annual Meeting features one virtual workshop in advance of the meeting. Join us on Saturday, October 7 from 9:00…
Read More2023 Annual Meeting News, September 2023
2023 Annual Meeting News, September 2023 Annual Meeting 2023 We are just weeks away for the face-to-face 2023 Annual Meeting in London, US. We have record attendance – with more than 500 people registered for the event already. We would love to see you there, and we hope you are planning to attend! Visit the…
Read MoreMember Spotlight- Leili Seifi
Member Spotlight- Leili Seifi In each issue of Inside ASIS&T, we ask a different member questions about their perspectives, advice, and experiences in the field of information science and technology. If you would like to be a featured member, email Pamela Yonker at pyonker@asist.org. How long have you been an ASIS&T member? I have been an…
Read MoreNew from JASIST, September 2023
New from JASIST, September 2023 JASIST Volume 74, Issue 10, October 2023 Full Issue RESEARCH ARTICLES Times new plural: The multiple temporalities of contemporary life and the infosphere Tom Mason, David Bawden How question type influences knowledge withholding in social Q&A community Xing Zhang, Durong Wang, Yuyao Tang, Quan Xiao Communicating shared situational awareness in…
Read MoreNew From Information Matters, September 2023
New From Information Matters, September 2023 Check out the newest articles from Information Matters (IM), ASIS&T’s digital-only communication translational forum for information science, bringing relevant and current research evidence and industry developments, news, and opinion to a global public audience free of charge. Sign up for our weekly newsletters from IM. Is the World Different Depending on Whose AI…
Read MoreChapter News, September 2023
Chapter News, September 2023 Africa Chapter The Africa Chapter is seeking nominations for the positions of Chair, Chair-Elect, Secretary/Treasurer, Webmaster/Communication Officer, Chapter Advisor, and Member Recruitment Officer for 2023-2024. Please contact Pamela Yonker at pyonker@asist.org with nominations (including self-nominations) for these roles by 22nd September 2023. Please include a 25-word statement of why you should be elected to the…
Read MoreSIG News, September 2023
SIG News, September 2023 SIG-DL (Digital Libraries) SIG-DL is seeking self-nomination for the following positions. Chair Chair-Elect Secretary/Treasurer Webmaster/Communications Officer SIG-DL Cabinet Representative Nomination requirements: Name/short bio Nomination Statement (reason and interest in running for your chosen position and your expertise): Deadline: September 25, 2023 Please send your self-nomination to the current SIG-DL Chair Dr. Jelina…
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