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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / SILC report
« Last post by Jocelyn Ireland on November 13, 2025, 09:53:46 PM »
SILC hosted a Community Conversation on Research and Reference Help on Oct. 15, which generated productive discussion around models for virtual and in-person support, data trends, outreach strategies, and emerging student needs.

Workgroup updates:

The Shared Repository Workgroup has hit the ground running and is making progress toward the development of a SUNY-wide space for sharing info lit instructional materials. The group is currently evaluating hosting options for a digital repository to house lesson plans, tutorials, activities, and other instructional content. We are also drafting submission guidelines and workflows. We plan on ensuring that all contributed materials will carry open licenses to support reuse and adaptation. Establishing accessibility expectations is also a priority so that shared materials meet inclusive design standards.

The AI Literacy Workgroup is finalizing its charter. The group’s tentative goals include developing student learning outcomes that align with the revisions to the SUNY GenEd Info Lit Competency, as well as creating a shared collection of instructional activities mapped to established IL and AI literacy frameworks.
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / Membership Developemnt Committee
« Last post by cg219 on November 13, 2025, 09:52:57 PM »
Here are the latest membership stats for November 2025
Current members: 259
Lifetime Members: 58
Student members: 72
Delegates: 59 (some are outdated)

Since the conference, we have lost membership renewals - which accounts for the low membership number. Our last database system had a function that let me prompt members of upcoming and past expirations. It let me notify these individuals pretty efficiently. I have been poking around the new system, WebConnex, for a comparable function but have not found a fix. In this case, I will need to send out individual emails. Another issue with the system, is in entering a new member for the mail-ins but I think I've found a fix for that one! I will spend some time over the winter break troubleshooting and documenting fixes.

The WebConnex system does not have a function to track delegates. Yuck! I have created a GoogleSheet and am double checking - I think I have most of the current delegate changes. I will work with Logan on access once it is completely updated.

The Student Subcommittee - no report, but they are looking for anyone who is interested in joining the group.

My apologies for not attending the meeting, double booked.

Respectfully,
Carol Anne
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / UUP Liaison Report
« Last post by Danharms on November 13, 2025, 05:13:18 PM »
UUP Liaison Report
Dan Harms

Statement from UUP President Fred Kowal on ICE Detention of Member
https://uupinfo.org/communications/releases/251029.php

UUP "Know Your Contract" Sessions
https://uupinfo.org/communications/uupdate/251106.php

Thanks to everyone who participated in the survey for the Library Ad Hoc Committee. We will be reporting the results to the Negotiations team.
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / TDG Report
« Last post by Kate Brent on November 13, 2025, 04:34:58 PM »
Hi, all!

The committee working on the Midwinter Conference has been assembled and has gotten started.  The call for proposals has gone out and is available on the website: https://sunyla.org/sunyla-midwinter-2026/. (Thanks, Chris!)  The conference will be February 6, 2026 with the theme "Brave New World: New Environments, New Challenges, and New Opportunities in Technical Services."  This year's committee members are Jill Locascio, Carrie Marten, Jessica McGivney, Fred Stoss, and me (Kate Brent).

We'll need to upgrade the Zoom account just before the conference to accommodate hosting it, so we'll need to ask for approval of funds to do that.

Thanks,
Kate Brent
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / Vice President's Report
« Last post by cfishner on November 13, 2025, 09:56:20 AM »
Hello,

I would like to say hello to all of our returning and new Campus Delegates! We currently have 60 delegates listed (yay!) - which is amazing. We would like to make sure that all delegates are accurate, and that everyone is comfortable in this role. I am planning to reach out to set up a meeting for sometime in December or January to go over Delegate responsibilities and to make sure that everyone has the resources that you need be successful in your role. Please look for an email from me soon. In the meantime, if you have questions, please reach out to me via email at fishnecj@delhi.edu.

Respectfully,
Carrie Fishner

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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / Re: Campus Updates
« Last post by cfishner on November 13, 2025, 09:47:46 AM »
SUNY Delhi

  - We had our 8th annual LibraryCon in October with over 100 students attending the event. Lots of fun had by everyone. It's always a fun and collaborative way for the library to keep the fall semester exciting.
  - Carrie Fishner sat on a panel with two faculty from our CJ and LAS departments for Banned Books Week and had a great presentation and discussion with students on censorship and how it affects not just our libraries, but the First Amendment and the laws surrounding so much
  - Due to our staffing shortages, we have focused on smaller, slightly yet interactive displays this semester rather than larger programs. We are still getting good interaction (voting on books is popular)
  - We are gearing up for end of semester activities including Stress Less events, Night Against Procrastination, etc...
  - Library Instruction requests are up this semester, and we are working to fine-tune our process to accommodate faculty while taking in to consideration staffing needs
  - Library staff are on multiple committees (as usual), but Title II is a big one, as are student success priorities with our new campus strategic plan

Respectfully,
Carrie Fishner, Delegate

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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / Treasurer's Report
« Last post by Logan Rath on November 13, 2025, 09:29:16 AM »
There has been no activity other than some memberships coming in. Here are our current balances:

You can see more details at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WQQyDyi9f-Qbw7V-0dOB58XRmjZAECBUiHJq9pywtOI/edit?usp=sharing.

There are two issues I'd like to bring up:
1. We are currently a 501(c)(6) and appear to not be incorporated. Should we consider becoming a 501(c)(3) which may have some tax benefits. Here is a list of differences (most fall around lobbying): https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/501c3-vs-501c6

2. Should we move our funds from Paypal to our checking account? We're no longer using that money and so I think it's probably a good idea.

Respectfully,
Logan
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / OLIS updates
« Last post by maureen.clements@suny.edu on November 13, 2025, 09:27:43 AM »
* SUNY General Education Conference: April 9-10, 2026. Conference submissions due Sunday, November 16!
https://web.cvent.com/event/3f512a4f-5508-4d80-9dc4-42ec33b4e7b4/summary

* Fact2 awards nominations https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/14c16cc8-5ba2-49f5-9702-6d0c0e13c321

The Trifecta of programming!

•   Accessibility in Action series:  ADA Compliance & the UB Institutional Repository—Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.  November 18 at 12:00 pm (will not be recorded) https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15457931?hs=a
•   SUNY AI LibGuide Collaborative presentation: November 19 at 12:00 pm  https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15636410
•   Workshop: Intersectionality and you:  November 20 at 11:00 am https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15179335

The Friday duo of knowledge-upping!
•   Alma Calendar management: November 21 at 10:00 am https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15693894
•   Institutional Repositories update: SOAR upgrade to DSpace 7.6:  November 21 at 11:00 am  https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15722908?hs=a

But wait… there’s more
•   Spotlight on SUNY Libraries: SEARCH AI with Stony Brook University: December 2 at 12:00 pm https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/15602742
•   OLIS quarterly update: December 12 at 10:00 am https://sunyolis.libcal.com/event/14909910

Collabs are so fab!
•   Proposed project: SUNY Online guide for librarians.  Spin up task group Fall 2026
•   SUNY Online – we’ve collaborated with a workgroup of librarians (from OLIS and SUNY librarians) to develop these resource pages on our site:
•   https://online.suny.edu/onlineteaching/suny-resources-for-librarians/
•   https://online.suny.edu/onlineteaching/librarians/
•   Which include these resources that were developed for our site at that time:
•   Clear articulation of support provided by librarians to faculty members.   https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-gbpDzCDom9N_c28yxyoGDLICU_3zJ9PHDaXCdObpnk/edit
•   A list of resources and tools utilized by librarians for provision of online teaching support. https://docs.google.com/document/d/184BRJLGOmdfm8hlgDv-_M61fdAn801a3HI6Xz7Zyd54/edit
•   A guidebook to bring a librarian new to this role [course supports] up to speed on which services to provide. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gbfvpsQfvq-DQtl9lZD73WTP3PqzqalCNwfcUlBVmpw/edit
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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / NYLA Liaison Report
« Last post by ckenney on November 13, 2025, 09:12:40 AM »
Hi all,

The New York Library Association Conference was a great success! I do not have final numbers on attendees, but prior to the conference there was an update that over 800 registered. The sessions and trade show provided great opportunities for learning and networking, and it was wonderful to see colleagues from across the state.

NYLA is launching a postcard campaign to the Governor to encourage her to sign the Freedom to Read Act. This passed the NYS legislature in May 2025. Once she signs it, it will become law.

NYLA's Advocacy page has been updated with new budget and legislative priorities, so check it out here. https://www.nyla.org/2026-legislative-session Please be sure to continue to contact your representatives about the above priorities.

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November 14, 2025 @ Virtual / NYSLAA liason report
« Last post by Folandde on November 12, 2025, 11:26:57 AM »
NYSLAA has chosen their location and date.
May 27th to May 29th in Corning, NY at the Radisson Hotel

We are working on getting speakers for the conference.
If you have suggestions, we'd love to hear them.

If you have anything you'd like to add to our newsletter you can reach out to me: FolandDE@cobleskill.edu or Patricia Jackman: jackmanpatricia@mcplibrary.org

We're doing the Giving Bean for fundraising. https://www.givingbean.com/store/home.php?partner=0d76a
and Little Caesars: https://fundraising.littlecaesars.com/products?support=3473a4a9-cd4c-4f4d-9a1a-93e591227176
Giving Bean runs until 12/12/25 and Little Caesars runs until 12/17/25

Never too early to collect baskets for the basket raffle. If you would like to contribute or just have a fun idea for baskets, let me know  ;D

https://www.nyslaa.org/
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