[OPLINLIST] NEO-RLS News: Academic Programs, Directors' Retreat Announced and More

Wed Feb 26 14:55:41 EST 2025

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A Note from the

Executive Director

Upcoming Webinar for Academic Libraries

Checking out Software Licenses: Expanding Equitable Access and Maximizing License-Use Efficiency

Are you looking for a better way to provide your patrons with access to expensive software like Adobe Creative Cloud and Apple’s Final Cut Pro? Rather than limiting access to in-library use, Miami University Libraries has developed a process that allows users to check out short-term access to software licenses for use on their own devices.

Join us on March 19th at 2:00 PM for an insightful webinar where Miami University’s Ken Irwin and Mike Bomholt will share how their model has led to student cost savings, high rates of license utilization, and a strong return on investment. This session is perfect for e-resources librarians, library technologists, and forward-thinking library leaders looking to enhance digital access for their users. For more information or to register, visit the event page<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371937375&mm=117411976387>.

Stay Connected with the Academic Directors Network Group

Looking for more opportunities to discuss challenges, ideas, and strategies with colleagues? The Academic Directors Network Group offers informal virtual and in-person discussions throughout the year on key topics affecting academic libraries. Members also stay connected through Discord, where they can share resources, ask questions, and collaborate asynchronously.

If you are interested in joining the Discord server, contact ragan.snead at neo-rls.org<mailto:ragan.snead at neo-rls.org>.

Have a great day!

Ragan

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Don't Miss a Webinar or a Workshop

February

Understanding the Basics of Microsoft Excel (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371938597&mm=117411976387>

2/27/2025

March

Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT): Biographical Historical Fiction<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371939819&mm=117411976387>

3/4/2025
Preparing for and Managing Difficult Patron Interactions<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371936153&mm=117411976387>

3/5/2025

Directors/Deputy Directors Virtual Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371941041&mm=117411976387>

3/5/2025

Circulation Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371942263&mm=117411976387>

3/6/2025
Cultivating Your Resilience to Avoid Burnt Out: Managing Stress, Appreciation Inequalities, and Workload Demands (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371943485&mm=117411976387>

3/12/2025

Two Perspectives on Legal Reference Services (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371944707&mm=117411976387>

3/13/2025

Checking out Software Licenses: Expanding Equitable Access and Maximizing License-Use Efficiency (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371937375&mm=117411976387>

3/19/2025

Emergency Preparedness Stations: Staff Readiness in Emergency Response Situations (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371945929&mm=117411976387>

3/20/2025

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371947151&mm=117411976387>

3/20/2025

A Deeper Dive into the Science of Reading<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371948373&mm=117411976387>

3/26/2025

April

Customer Service Conference: Perspectives, Possibilities, and Practices (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371949595&mm=117411976387>

4/3/2025

Sharpening Your Excel Skills (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371950817&mm=117411976387>

4/8/2025

Training / Staff Development Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371952039&mm=117411976387>

4/8/2025

The Adult Programming Equation (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371953261&mm=117411976387>

4/9/2025

IT Networking Meeting - Online Via Zoom<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371954483&mm=117411976387>

4/9/2025

AI Ethics: A Library Perspective<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371955705&mm=117411976387>

4/16/2025

Book Discussion Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371956927&mm=117411976387>

4/16/2025

Quiet Leadership:
Foster your identity as an introverted or quiet leader to inspire beyond words (F)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371958149&mm=117411976387>

4/17/2025

Adult Services Virtual Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371959371&mm=117411976387>

4/29/2025

Managing Challenging Interactions with Colleagues and Staff (I)<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371960593&mm=117411976387>

4/30/2025

May

Guided Reading Round Table (GRRT): Historical Mystery Fiction<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371961815&mm=117411976387>

5/6/2025

Time Management Yours and Theirs<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371963037&mm=117411976387>

5/7/2025

A Day for Collection Management and Technical Services<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371964259&mm=117411976387>

5/8/2025

Google Forms: Gather all the Things for Action<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371965481&mm=117411976387>

5/13/2025

Youth Services (Children & Teen) Virtual Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371966703&mm=117411976387>

5/13/2025

Outreach Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371967925&mm=117411976387>

5/28/2025

Construction and Facilities Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371969147&mm=117411976387>

5/29/2025

June

Genealogy Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371970369&mm=117411976387>

6/3/2025

Special Libraries Network Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371971591&mm=117411976387>

6/11/2025

Makerspace Networking Meeting<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371972813&mm=117411976387>

6/12/2025

Quiet Leadership 2.0: Distinguish your leadership capabilities, build confidence, and pathways to find support as a quiet leader<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371974035&mm=117411976387>

6/18/2025

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Save the Date: 2025 Director's Retreat

We are excited to announce that the 2025 Director's Retreat will return to Punderson Lodge on Thursday, May 22nd, and Friday, May 23rd. Join us for two days of networking, learning, and discussions in a beautiful and relaxing setting.

More details coming soon!

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Applications are being accepted for public libraries to host a Guiding Ohio Online Technology Trainer

Applications are being accepted for public libraries to host a Guiding Ohio Online Technology Trainer through March 23, 2025. Guiding Ohio Online is a State Library LSTA funded program created to assist libraries serving rural populations. Guiding Ohio Online Technology Trainers help Ohioans develop the digital literacy skills needed to fully participate in the digital age.

Trainers will serve in selected libraries during the program year, July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026. Application questions and Proposed Budget forms for Guiding Ohio Online can be found here<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371978923&mm=117411976387> and are due March 23, 2025.  Application drafts can be submitted here<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371980145&mm=117411976387> through March 2nd, 2025.

State Library staff will be hosting a virtual Open Office Hour for Guiding Ohio Online<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371981367&mm=117411976387> on February 25 from 1-2 p.m. to answer questions about the program and the application process. The Open Office Hour is a great time to ask specific questions or discuss program ideas with State Library staff.

A Guiding Ohio Online informational session can also be viewed online at the State Library of Ohio’s YouTube channel,  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbrAVyATo7g<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371982589&mm=117411976387>

https://library.ohio.gov/guiding-ohio-online<https://mms.neo-rls.org/ct.php?lid=371983811&mm=117411976387>

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