Call for ALISE Board Nominations

The Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) announces the call for nominations for two positions on the Board of Directors:
President-Elect
- 3 year term (one-year at each stage of presidential progression)
- Leads the Board of Directors and guides the strategy of the association.
Director, Membership
- 3 year term
- Oversees member recruitment, onboarding, and outreach to lapsed members.
The deadline to submit your nominations is January 17, 2025.

Each position has defined responsibilities and liaises with specific committees. Review the Bylaws and the ALISE Procedures & Policies Manual for details on each position; in particular, see Appendix A ALISE Board of Directors Qualifications, Responsibilities, and Expectations: A Practical Guide in the PPM. When submitting a nomination, ensure you/the nominee are/is committed to fulfilling all aspects of the role for the full term. The terms commence in October 2025 after the Annual Business Meeting.

When submitting a nomination, the nominees must provide a statement on their vision for ALISE (500 words or less), a brief professional biography (500 words or less), and a headshot. If selected for the slate, these items will be shared with the membership.




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In Memoriam: Dr. Lorna Peterson (ALISE President, 2010-2011)

In Memoriam: Dr. Lorna Peterson (ALISE President, 2010-2011)

The ALISE community mourns the loss of Dr. Lorna Peterson, a distinguished educator, advocate, and leader who served as ALISE President from 2010 to 2011. Dr. Peterson’s dedication to equity, diversity, and social justice left an indelible mark on our field and inspired both colleagues, students, and the broader field of library and information science.

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New Publication Added to the ALISE Book Series!

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ALISE Council of Deans, Directors, and Program Chairs 2024-2025

Congratulations to Lisa O'Connor and Lyda Fontes McCartin, who were elected to lead the ALISE Council of Deans, Directors, and Program Chairs in 2024-2025!

Dr. Lisa O'Connor
University of North Carolina-Greensboro

Dr. Lyda Fontes McCartin
University of South Carolina

The CDDC Co-Chairs assumed their position at the 2024 ALISE Annual Conference in Portland, OR.

2024 Statistical Report Now Available!

The ALISE Statistical Report presents an overview of the current state of library and information science education in the US and Canada and highlights several notable trends the data exhibit over time. ALISE annually collects data from its institutional members in these categories: faculty and staff, students, curriculum, and income and expenditures. The data upon which this statistical report is based were collected in fall 2023. 

ALISE acknowledges the Wayne State University School of Information Sciences for providing and supporting the data collection system that captures the statistical data contained in this report. 

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2024-2025 Board of Directors Election Results

The ALISE Board of Directors is pleased to announce the results of the 2024 ALISE Election.

Incoming President Elect
Dr. Sean Burns, Associate Professor, University of Kentucky

Incoming Secretary/Treasurer
Dr. Denise Agosto, Professor, Drexel University

Incoming Director, Community Building
Dr. Laura Saunders, Professor & Associate Dean, Simmons University

2024 ASIS&T IDEA Institute on AI Virtual Conference - May 28-31

IDEA Institute 2024 (IDEA24)

How is AI impacting LIS practice?

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Meet the 2024 Board of Director Candidates!

 Click here to view the ballot of candidates for the 2024 ALISE election.

Serve on an ALISE Committee!

Have you considered serving on a committee? ALISE committees power the association and drive us towards fulfilling our mission. Volunteering also provides a number of benefits:
    1.  Develop new skills
    2. Meet new people 
    3. Connect with your community
    4. Advance the profession
    5. Give back to the profession
    6. Be a part of something bigger
In order to align with ALISE's commitment to broad representation of our membership on committees, we welcome volunteers from all areas: doctoral students, new and tenured faculty, and part-time/adjunct faculty. Whether you are new to ALISE or have been a member for a long time, your contributions and insights are welcomed.
Learn more about the available committees to serve on from October 2024 to October 2025.
To indicate your interest in serving on an ALISE committee, complete the online form by May 1, 2024.
The strength of ALISE relies heavily on the contributions of its members and volunteers, and I thank you in advance for your interest. Please contact our office with any questions at [email protected].

Black Caucus of ALA Spring 2024 Events

Black Caucus of The America Library Association Spring 2024 Events

Click below to check out the BCALA's Spring Events! You can sign up for these events at breakingbarriers.bcala.org 

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ALA Beta Phi Mu Award- Now Accepting Applications!

ALA Beta Phi Mu Award- Now Accepting Applications!

The Beta Phi Mu Award is an award of achievement to a library  school faculty member or to an individual for distinguishes service to education for librarianship.

Library school faculty members or individuals can apply. Please complete the online application by March 1st, 2024. 

APPLY HERE

ALISE Position Statement: The Importance of Graduate Education and Professional Certification in Library and Information Science

The Importance of Graduate Education and Professional Certification in Library and Information Science

To function effectively in today's complex and dynamic world, society and its members need to access and use high-quality information of various kinds, in various forms, across different institutions such as the home, the school, and the workplace. It is the responsibility of national, state, and local governing bodies to ensure the provision of information and services supporting access. They have done so traditionally through libraries and other information agencies. The services provided by those centers are administered most effectively by professionally qualified librarians and information professionals educated in graduate programs provided by institutions of higher education - the category of services all U.S. communities deserve.

From time to time, economic pressures or political and societal trends have threatened the ability of local communities to receive information services provided by highly qualified and educated librarians and information professionals at all levels. The Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) believes, however, that these actions impair and curtail education and research, undermine literacy, and erode the possibilities for progress in improving the quality of life of all people. Without a constant and continuing supply of qualified professionals to direct and maintain our libraries and community-based information centers, our society will suffer from inadequate personnel and restricted service, hindering the growth and availability of essential resources which are vital to an informed citizenry, competitive marketplaces, and stable population growth.

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2023 Statistical Report Now Available

The 2023 Statistical Report is now available!

The ALISE Statistical Report presents an overview of the current state of library and information science education in the US and Canada and highlights several notable trends the data exhibit over time. ALISE annually collects data from its institutional members in these categories: faculty and staff, students, curriculum, and income and expenditures. The data upon which this statistical report is based were collected in fall 2022. 
 
ALISE acknowledges the Wayne State University School of Information Sciences for providing and supporting the data collection system that captures the statistical data contained in this report. 
ALISE members receive complimentary access to both the 2023 database and the summary report. The database is available for purchase by non-members for $135 USD*.

ALISE Will Not Be Sending IFLA Representative to IFLA WLIC 2024

The Association for Library and Information Science Education will not be sending its IFLA representative to participate in IFLA WLIC 2024 (which will take place in Dubai), due to strong concerns over UAE's present issues with human rights, women's rights, and LGBTQIA+ rights.

2023 ALISE Elections: Voting Now Closed

Voting for the 2023 Elections is now closed.

ALISE Call for Committee Volunteers

Have you considered serving on a committee? ALISE committees power the association and drive us towards fulfilling our mission. 

In order to align with ALISE's commitment to broad representation of our membership on committees, we welcome volunteers from all areas: doctoral students, new and tenured faculty, and part-time/adjunct faculty. Whether you are new to ALISE or have been a member for a long time, your contributions and insights are welcomed.

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Call for Board Nominations Now Closed

ALISE Call for Board Nominations is Now Closed

Thank you to all who submitted nominations!  

Candidates for the 2023 ALISE elections will be announced in April 2023. 

2022 Information Science Summit

Join us for the inaugural in-person/virtual Information Science Summit entitled, Innovation and Trends in Information Science - Practice, Research, and LIS Education taking place on Friday October 28, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EDT at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Hotel.

The Summit is co-hosted by three organizations -  ASIS&TALISE & the iSchools Organization, and sponsored by SLA along with the SJSU, Simmons, and Syracuse iSchools. Due to the generosity of these sponsors, registration is completely free for in-person member attendees, including a complimentary networking lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Registration for virtual attendees will be $100.00 for regular members and $50 for students.

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Invitation to Attend iFederation Dinner at IFLA

ALISE, ASIS&T, and the iSchools comprise the iFederation. Members of each organization who are traveling to Dublin to attend the IFLA World Library and Information Congress are invited to the #iFederation dinner on July 28. Register at 
https://members.asist.org/events/Details/ifla-ifederation-colleagues-dinner-697424?sourceTypeId=Website 

40 Years of ALISE Statistics Released

Since 1980, ALISE has collected and reported data annually about the state of library and information science education across the US and Canada. The annual "ALISE Statistical Report" provides stakeholders with detailed data concerning library and information science (LIS) faculty and staff, students, curriculum, income and expenditures, and continuing education activities. While the means and mechanisms of data collection and reporting that underlie this annual effort have evolved -- from handwritten to electronic, paper to spreadsheet -- the foundational data elements remained remarkably consistent over this forty-year period.

To commemorate the 40th year of data collection, the research team compiled datasets as a service to the ALISE members and research community for its use.

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