Feb 16
At WiLS, we want to bring valuable information to our library partners, including information about the missions and big ideas of the vendors they may already do business with. Each month, WiLS interviews a vendor partner in order to bridge the gap and open the door to valuable collaborations. This month, we are delighted to share insights from Matt Buser, Account Manager for Bloomsbury Digital Resources
Feb 14
We are happy to share our 2017 Annual Report! Read all about what we’ve been up to in the last year, a bit of a retrospective on how each of WiLS’ four core service areas has evolved since our 2013 reorganization, and what the next year holds for us. Read more
Feb 13
Thanks to those who attended the WiLS 2018 Membership Meeting on Tuesday, February 13th and a heartfelt thank you to our inspiring and thought-provoking speakers:
For our members who missed the webinar today or would like to revisit the material, you can watch the recording or just view the slides. If you would like to see how people responded to our prompts about barriers and overcoming them, you can see those as well:
If you have any questions or feedback about the meeting, let us know at .
Feb 6
The first of the 2018 WiLSWorld Shorts, Building Curiosity, Confidence, and Community Through Making was held on Friday, was held on March 9th, 1:00 pm. Thank you if you were able to attend! If you weren’t, you can find the recording of the webinar here or view the slides here! Read more
Feb 6
Planning for the 2018 WLA Support Staff and Circulation Services (SSCS) One-Day Professional Development Conference is in full swing! The conference will be held Thursday, May 24th, 2018 on the picturesque campus of UW-Baraboo.
The conference planning committee is now accepting proposals and recommendations for presentations, panels and workshops. Suggested topics include but are not limited to: technology, managing difficult patrons, training student workers, bringing the library outside, community partnerships, bridging the generational divide, stress reducers, etc. What is it that makes your library shine? Successful presentations should be approximately 45 minutes, include 10-15 minutes of question and answer, showcase effective and innovative practices, and be applicable to many types of libraries.
Presenters should fill out the online registration form by Friday, April 6th, 2018. Presenters will be notified of acceptance by April 13th at the latest.
Feb 2
First, did you know that there is a Special Interest Group in WLA called COW?
It’s the Community for Open Wisconsin, and, I am their WLA Board liaison! COW is a very new group and is hoping for more members from across the Wisconsin Library spectrum. If you want to learn more about COW and their goals for a more open Wisconsin, please contact Bob Butterfield of UW-Stout ().
Second, as the COW liaison, Kris Turner () is excited to invite you, on COW’s behalf, to attend the upcoming “E”ffordability Summit from March 26-27 at UW-Stout.
More information about the Summit can be found on their website: https://effordabilitysummit2018.jimdo.com/.
This Summit is a great opportunity to learn more about collaboration, sharing and creativity, all in the name of helping out our student patrons. And guess what: there is no cost to register!
Jan 29
WiLS is thrilled to announce WiLSWorld 2018’s keynote speaker, Sarah T. Roberts! The WiLSWorld Conference will be held on Tuesday, July 24th followed by a day of hands-on workshops on Wednesday the 25th, both at the Pyle Center in Madison. We hope you’ll join us! Read more
Jan 25
Common School Funds, used to purchase library books and other instructional materials, are in jeopardy. Two bills – Senate Bill 713 and its companion bill Assembly Bill 857 – were introduced on Monday that would end the Common School Fund as we know it.
What can you do?
Jan 19
In celebration of Black History Month, Infobase is offering a great deal on their African-American History Online database. From now until February 28th, WiLS members can get this excellent resource for 35% off of the list price.
African-American History Online offers a fresh way to explore the full spectrum of African-American history and culture. Users can start their investigation of a topic with a video or slideshow overview, use the key content called out on the home page to find an entryway into the database, or dig deep into an era through the Topic Centers. Read more
Jan 18
In addition to our vendor partners who have spent more than 1000 days there, there are a number of others who have spent more than 700 on WiLS’ Medalist List, our vendor partners who have kept their yearly price increases at or below 3%. Read more
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