I omitted to mention in my previous posting regarding the closure of SSC libraries that library leadership is the next hurdle for all sectors of professional librarianship. ALA past-president Maureen Sulliven established a leadership institute a few years ago. I believe that many of our AJL members would stand to benefit from the training offered. The application process closed in April, but it's something to be investigated, discussed and explored for the near future.
The direct link is: http://www.ala.org/transforminglibraries/ala-leadership-institute Excerpts from the webpage: The American Library Association (ALA) Leadership Institute is a unique 4-day immersive leadership development program for future library leaders. The 2015 institute will be led again by past ALA President Maureen Sullivan and ACRL Content Strategist Kathryn Deiss. The institute will include a structured learning track and the opportunity for individual development. The 2015 ALA Leadership Institute will take place August 9-13 at the Eaglewood Resort, Itasca, Illinois. The 2015 application process<http://www.ala.org/cfapps/leadershipinstitute/index.cfm> is now open. Applications will be accepted through April 8, 2015. Applicants may nominate themselves or be nominated by their employer.... Selection Criteria The selection committee reviews applications to select a participant mix based on type of library (public, academic, school, special, etc.), organizational responsibility, geography, gender, and race/ethnicity. This selective process is based on demonstrated leadership potential, professional achievement and community or campus involvement. Particular attention will be given to applicants' personal statements as well as those of their references. In addition, applicants must meet the following criteria: * Hold an MLS or equivalent degree * Have at least 5 years of post-MLS library work experience * Have a letter of support from his/her employer * Be ready to assume a higher administrative or managerial role * Be an ALA member at time of application * Be able to attend the Institute in Itasca, IL Selected participants are mid-career librarians ready to assume a higher administrative or managerial role, with some history of community or campus involvement. Cost per participant is $1,200 including lodging, all meals, materials, and a free one-year membership to the Library Leadership & Management Association (LLAMA). ********] Thoughts? Stephanie (Sara Leah) Gross MSLIS, MATESOL Mentor, ACRL/NY ; SLA-NY Past Chair, AJL Mentoring Pollack Library Yeshiva University 500 West 185th Street New York NY 10033-3229 646.592.4044 Skype: Stephanie.l.gross http://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanielgross http://yeshiva.academia.edu/StephanieLGrossMSLIS "As we look ahead to the next century, leaders will be those who empower others." - Bill Gates.
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