Re: [CODE4LIB] Metadata/Catalog Librarian, University of Illinois at Chicago
This job is with me! Well, not my department, but we could at least have lunch periodically. I'm not on the search committee, so please feel free to ask me questions. Abigail On 8/21/2013 11:22 AM, Gwen Gregory wrote: *Metadata/Catalog Librarian (Assistant/Associate Professor)* *University of Illinois at Chicago* The University of Illinois at Chicago Library is seeking candidates for a key Metadata /Catalog Librarian position.The Metadata/Catalog Librarian will lead our program for creating, reviewing and editing metadata for digital and other collections and born-digital content in the library. The position will work with colleagues within the Resource Acquisition and Management (RAM) Department and throughout the library and also may serve as a consultant and metadata expert to assist in the metadata needs of projects throughout campus.The Metadata/Catalog Librarian will contribute to the access of library materials through managing batch loading of records and providing original cataloging for library materials.The successful candidate will take part in managing overall department operations.If you are experienced with metadata practices and trends, knowledgeable about XML-based standards, and excited about enabling remarkable access to information, then you could be our next Metadata/Catalog Librarian. For a complete position description and application information, please see http://bit.ly/13R329s Review of applications will begin September 16, 2013. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. UIC has a strong commitment to serve its highly diverse community. As such, UIC especially welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minority group members, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others whose background, education, experience and academic interests would enrich the diversity of the University's research, teaching, and Great Cities' mission. -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
[CODE4LIB] Lightning Rounds for LITA at ALA Annual --Reminder
Deadline for this is coming up: Will you be at ALA in a few weeks? Do you have a great new technology idea that you'd like to share? LITA Program Planning Committee is accepting proposals for Lightning Presentations at ALA. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1uf2IkdyF6rDg768APfNSb8D1St9aw79u9-smksaAw1w/viewform This program, coordinated by Katie Miller, will be held Saturday, June 29 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Presentations should be 5-7 minutes. Proposals are due May 8 at midnight. Questions? Please email Katie Miller at mille...@atc.edu -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] back to minorities question, seeking guidance
On 2/22/2013 1:09 PM, Wilhelmina Randtke wrote: It's a little worrying that there aren't introductory programming platforms that let someone do something interesting at a simple level Wilhelmina, Would you consider something like ROSALIND to be what you are describing? It focuses a little more on BI but is with basic programming. You learn to doing BI through figuring out your code. http://rosalind.info/problems/locations/ Abigail -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] back to minorities question, seeking guidance
Tim, I'll jump in with, from a curriculum standpoint, making sure there are a variety of class levels offered. When I went through my graduate program there was assistance for people who'd never used email, attached documents, created Powerpoints--basic level stuff that was taught by myself and other GAs on a 1-on-1 usually, and there were classes for people who were already systems administrators/programmers/etc. The only mid-level class offered during my tenure was a course on database design and XML. It has proved the most useful class I took. While I imagine the curriculum has changed in the past few years at my alma mater, identifying and having regular offerings for different levels of familiarity would be important to me were I considering programs again. Abigail -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] You *are* a coder. So what am I?
I'm so glad to be seeing this conversation happening. As we're considering what things need to be taught and where and by whom, I hope LITA can be a part of this as well. I'm currently a member of the LITA Education Committee and Cody Hanson is our LITA Board liaison. We're very interested in developing more education targeted at all of the levels mentioned: librarians who might need a little more understanding of the glowing screen, beginning coders who've never seen command line and are interested in trying, intermediate people who may have some foundation but are looking for something more advanced, and especially considering the absolutely packed preconferences, some 300/graduate/advanced courses as well. As current Program Planning Chair for LITA, this summer we have a Intro to Python Preconference at ALA that Andromeda and the LITA Code Year IG has been spearheading. More details on that are coming soon on the LITA Blog and I'll try to remember to share them here. But that can only capture people who are able to attend in person in June. We have a lot of other months to reach people. If you're interested in developing something with LITA or you have an idea of someone I should contact to start building a class/workshop/etc, please contact me. -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] barbecue bourbon, 2/13
Q is very excellent food. I'm in. It says 24 minutes (in perfect traffic/bus timing) from hotel to, I figure meet in the lobby around 6:10 and time a bus from there. -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
[CODE4LIB] Shuttle Information for Code4Lib Conference
For those who were looking for shuttle information: The shuttle bus is being provided by UIC Transportation. I assume it will be school bus type, as that's what they use for the campus shuttle. We asked them to plan for a vehicle that could accommodate 40-50 people per trip. The shuttle bus will run every 15-20 minutes (traffic permitting) between the Crowne Plaza and UIC Forum. There will not be shuttle service on Monday, February 11. The shuttle bus will run the following hours: February 12: 7-9 a.m.; 5-7 p.m. February 13: 7-9 a.m.; 5-7 p.m. February 14: 7-9 a.m.; 12-2 p.m. Further details about travel have been added to the wiki[1] Cheers, Abigail [1]http://wiki.code4lib.org/index.php/2013_travel -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] anti-harassment policy suggestion
Access refers it to the conference organizers, though that I think is more structured for that conference. http://accessconference.ca/about/ On 11/30/2012 11:19 AM, Karen Coyle wrote: We'd need to change that wording because there isn't always someone we could call staff -- I prefer some wording about speaking up making it be known to ... ? (This is where I crap out because I can't really quite figure out what you should do, for example, on IRC other than speak out to the list.) -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] Proposed Changes to Future Conference Program Choosing
On 11/28/2012 1:16 PM, Cary Gordon wrote: Well, this is the fundamental problem, innit? I have little doubt that a fully curated program would be more interesting to more attendees than the current system. It would also, presumably, be more diverse. The problems are: a) The program committee would need to fairly vet all the proposals, and recruit presenters to offer subjects that are desired, but aren't proposed. This would be a non-trivial bit of work. b) Program committee members would need a good supply of sling and arrow repellant and an exceedingly thick skin. Thanks, Cary +1 to the challenges Cary presents. Having faced both of these as LITA Program Planning Chair, it's definitely non-trivial. That being said, the work is certainly worth the effort. -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
[CODE4LIB] REMINDER DUE 8/24: LITA Call for Proposals: ALA Annual 2013
*Please excuse crosspostings** Have you submitted your proposal yet? The deadline is*tomorrow*! -- Forwarded message -- From: *Abigail Goben* abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com Date: Thu, Jul 26, 2012 at 2:12 PM Subject: LITA Call for Proposals: ALA Annual 2013 To: lit...@ala.org mailto:lit...@ala.org * * * The LITAProgram Planning Committee is now accepting innovative and creative proposalsfor the 2013 Annual American Library Association Conference. We're looking for full day pre-conferences and 90 minute conference presentations on technology in libraries--use of, new ideas for, and trends. Last year we received 95 proposals and we’re excited about all of your new ideas to share with us. Changes from last year!! * Due to changes announced in June by the ALA Conference Committee - DS comments,all divisions are limited to accepting 20 programs each next summer. * All programs will be 90 minutes, located in the convention center, and will be recorded. * All proposal submissions will need to choose a Conference Track. Please see Appendix A in the Roadmap here (http://connect.ala.org/node/178761) for more details. * Vendorswishing to submit a proposal should partner with a library representative who is using the product. The library/librarian should submit the proposal. *When/Where is the Conference?* 2013 Annual ALA Conference, Chicago, IL: June 27-July 2, 2013 *What kind of topics are we looking for? * We’re looking for programs that can scale to other libraries, inspire technological change and adoption, or go above and beyond the every day. Successful topics in the past have included Data Management Services, Responsive Web Design, and Homegrown Technology Tools. *When are proposalsdue? * August 24, 2012 *How I do submit a proposal? * Fill out this form https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dDdQOTBER1hJcVZmcGVWdDh5bDF5aFE6MQ#gid=0 Program descriptions should be 75 words or less. *When will I have an answer? * The committee will be reviewing proposalsafter August 24, final decisions will be made in September. *Do I have to be a member of ALA/LITA/an IG/a committee?* No! We welcome proposalsfrom anyone who feels they have something to offer regarding library technology. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide financial support for speakers. Because of the limited number of programs, LITA IGs and Committees will receive preference where two equally well written programs are submitted. Presenters may be asked to combine programs or work with an IG/Committee where similar topics have been proposed. *Got another question?* Please feel free to email me (abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com) and the group will figure it out.* -- Abigail Goben, MLS abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com http://HedgehogLibrarian.com
[CODE4LIB] Fwd: Public Library IT/Networking Manager in Wisconsin
This is my former place of work. Please let me know if I can share any information about living in La Crosse, I was there for three years. Abigail -- Forwarded message -- From: *Rochelle Hartman* r.hart...@lacrosse.lib.wi.us mailto:r.hart...@lacrosse.lib.wi.us Date: Thu, Jul 5, 2012 at 2:35 PM Subject: [WEB4LIB] Public Library IT/Networking Manager in Wisconsin To: web4...@listserv.nd.edu mailto:web4...@listserv.nd.edu /The La Crosse Public Library is seeking an experienced networking/IT manager with two main areas of responsibility: 1. Supporting and improving a 29-library automation consortium, and 2. Maintaining and improving the networking and IT services of La Crosse Public Library (LPL). LPL's computing environment includes 220 workstations (90 staff, 130 public), Fortinet firewalls, 27 Dell servers with various operating systems including Windows 2003 and 2008, Linux, and virtual servers running VMWare, a number of different applications including Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suites, Kaspersky Anti-Virus and XML Editor. / // Oversee all of the library’s IT needs including network and server administration, back-end support for Drupal-based website, and database management and reporting. Work directly with executive management to develop strategies, and create and implement new technologies to improve service and create public value. Communicate effectively and collegially to set priorities. /Mid 50s-low 60s DOQ. / // /Full posting at http://www.lacrosselibrary.org/library_info/employment.asp/ Rochelle Hartman Adult Services Manager La Crosse Public Library 800 Main St. 608.789.8191 tel:608.789.8191 https://www.facebook.com/lacrosselibrary http://lacrosselibrary.org/ To unsubscribe: http://bit.ly/web4lib Web4Lib Web Site: http://web4lib.org/ 2012-07-05 -- Abigail Goben, MLS abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com http://HedgehogLibrarian.com
[CODE4LIB] Final Call--Proposals Due Friday: Call for Technology Programs for ALA2012
*Please excuse cross posting* The deadline is Friday, August 5, 2011! The LITA Program Planning Committee is now accepting proposals for the 2012 Annual American Library Association Conference. We're looking for full day pre-conferences, and half day and two hour conference presentations on use of, new ideas for, and technology trends in libraries. Think about the technology success or failure you're recently had, or the topic you think we haven't had covered and put together a proposal. *When/Where is the Conference?* 2012 Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA: June 21–26, 2012 *What kind of topics are we looking for? * Anything relating to libraries and technology! (That narrows it down, right?) A few ideas might include: Comparing two or three library tools (LibGuides vs Google Pages), (Un)Successful Implementation of a New Technology, From the Trenches of an ILS Migration, Technology for Marketing, Marketing Technology, Managing Technology, Project Management, How to Quickly Build a Web App that looks Decent, Managing People and Technology, Supporting Continuing Ed for Technology, Video Creation and Editing, Including/Leveraging Users, Tech Tools for Data Management, etc etc etc. *When are proposals due? * August 5, 2011 *How I do submit? * Fill out this form https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?hl=en_USformkey=dFA4OGtRM2h4Q1VIbVNtWV94M1djN1E6MA#gid=0 *When will I have an answer? * The committee will be reviewing proposals in August, final decisions will be made in September *Do I have to be a member of ALA/LITA/an IG/a committee?* No! We welcome proposals from anyone who feels they have something to offer regarding library technology. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide financial support for speakers. *Got another question? * Please feel free to email me (abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com) and the group will figure it out. -- Abigail Goben, MLS abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com http://HedgehogLibrarian.com -- Abigail Goben, MLS abigailgo...@gmail.com mailto:abigailgo...@gmail.com http://HedgehogLibrarian.com
[CODE4LIB] Register for Code4Lib Midwest
Please excuse cross postings Code4Lib Midwest is coming up soon, are you registered? Please join us at the University of Illinois-Chicago Daley Library for the second annual Code4Lib Midwest on July 28-29, 2011. We will be capping registration at 25 attendees. Signup on the wiki http://wiki.code4lib.org/index.php/Midwest#Registration to hold your spot! Registration will be closing on July 15, 2011 or when we reach 25 people, whichever comes first. We'll be discussing what's happening at the conference in more detail over the next week on theCode4Lib Midwest Google Group. http://groups.google.com/group/code4lib-midwest Please let me know if I can answer any questions! Abigail -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] What do you wish you had time to learn?
Thanks for the updates everyone! Please do continuing editing or adding things you're interested in learning Abigail [spelled with an i please ;) ] On 5/6/2011 10:15 AM, Edward Iglesias wrote: Thank You Abagail! I was just doing this in Excel. Here were the top vote getters with a little squishing to dedup. ~ Edward Iglesias Systems Librarian Central Connecticut State University XML/XSLT 6 Drupal 5 Git 5 RDA 5 map/reduce 4 PHP 4 Python 4 R 4 guitar 3 hadoop 3 Javascript 3 MYSQL 3 networking 3 Node.js 3 Spanish 3 Edward Iglesias On Tue, May 3, 2011 at 3:10 PM, Abigail Gobenago...@uic.edu wrote: In case anyone was curious--here's a compilation of topics people are seeking. May be some ideas for presentations, continuing ed, what not in the future. https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AvPz7vaHT-1CdDdvNEFSdlphYmtPUkJOcTNSVnB1RHchl=enauthkey=CM2S9tEO Mentioned once for the list, x's are if it was mentioned further in other emails. Top items include: Git Hadoop XLST PHP Python R Cheers! -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292 -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
Re: [CODE4LIB] What do you wish you had time to learn?
In case anyone was curious--here's a compilation of topics people are seeking. May be some ideas for presentations, continuing ed, what not in the future. https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AvPz7vaHT-1CdDdvNEFSdlphYmtPUkJOcTNSVnB1RHchl=enauthkey=CM2S9tEO Mentioned once for the list, x's are if it was mentioned further in other emails. Top items include: Git Hadoop XLST PHP Python R Cheers! -- Abigail Goben Assistant Information Services Librarian and Assistant Professor University of Illinois at Chicago Library of the Health Sciences - Chicago (M/C 763) 1750 W. Polk Street Chicago, Illinois 60612 312.996.8292
