Full Schedule

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Faith for Libraries Bootcamp: How Library Workers and Faith Communities Can Advocate for the Freedom to Read

Presenter:

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Academic and Research Libraries Tour: Creating Contemporary Spaces in Historic Libraries

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Embedding Anti-Racism Practices into Program Innovations

Presenter: – City of Chicago

Presenter:

Presenter: – Margaret Sullivan Studio

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Thinking Money for Kids Librarian Summer Camp

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT

One Mission, Many Voices: Libraries Collaborating for Inclusion - IRRT Preconference

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Assembling Your Consultant Tool Kit: What you Need to Know to Become a Successful

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Capital Improvements Project Management for Libraries: The Tools you Need to Build a Better Library Space

Presenter: – Early Rain, LLC

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Introduction to Digital Preservation

Presenter: – University of Southern Mississippi

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Practice Cataloging Using Official RDA

Moderator: – University of California, Berkeley

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Public Library Tour

Presenter:

8:30 AM - 12:30 PM CDT

Is AI Really Gonna Take My Job?: The Impact of AI on the Work Occurring in Public Libraries

Presenter: – Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - SIS

Presenter: – Deputy Director, The New York Public Library

Presenter: – OverDrive, Inc.

Presenter: – Sourcebooks

Presenter: – Denver Public Library

Presenter: – The Seattle Public Library

Moderator:

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Latest and greatest - Merchandise Mart and Fulton Market Tours

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Help! I’m a Teen Librarian Who Needs to Provide Outreach, and I Don’t Know Where to Start: A Crash Course in Connecting, Serving, and Sustaining Your Outreach to Underserved Teens.

Presenter: – Boston Public Library

Moderator: – Boston Public Library

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Jump into Reading: How Public Libraries Can Support Children Learning to Read

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – National Center on Improving Literacy

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM CDT

Chapter Leaders Forum

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

Finding the Immigrant/Migrant Story: Resources for Genealogy and Local History

Presenter: – Polish Genealogical Society of America

Presenter:

Presenter: – Vasa Order of America National Archives

Presenter: – FamilySearch International

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT

ISS School Tour (AASL)

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CDT

Accessible Book Building Workshop at Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled, Library of Congress

Presenter: – Libraries For All LLC

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Activating Leadership and Cultivating Your Team: Thinking Differently about Who You Are and What You Do in the Library

Presenter: – Colorado State Library

Presenter:

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Core Skills for Effective Library Management

Presenter:

Presenter: – Florida State College at Jacksonville

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT

GNCRT & Booklist Comics Publishers Summit

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Dive Deep into Discovery: Celebrating 25 Years of the Sibert Medal

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT

Inclusive & Accessible Storytimes: Supporting All Children and Caregivers

Presenter: – Mother Goose on the Loose, LLC

Presenter:

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM CDT

Opening General Session featuring Rachel Maddow

Speaker:

Sponsored By

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

LearnRT President's Program: The Invisible Labor of Library Work: Data, Metrics, and Storytelling for Advocacy

Presenter: – LearnRT

Presenter: – ALA Past President

Presenter: – LearnRT

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From Commitment to Action: How Libraries Support Immigrants, Refugees, and Newcomers

Presenter: – University of Maryland

Presenter: – Welcoming America

Presenter: – Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Applied Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) in Library Instruction: Research Findings and Applications

Presenter: – John Jay College of Criminal Justice - CUNY

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Balancing the Books: Using logistics software to thoughtfully manage collections across a library system.

Presenter: – Multnomah County Library

Technology Innovation

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From Spotting Bias to Building Judgment: Teaching Critical Algorithm Skills

Presenter: – Flagler College - Proctor Library

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Beyond the Basics: Mastering Service Dog Access in Library Settings

Presenter: – St. Mary's County Library

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Bridging the Legal Information Gap in Prisons: A Dialogue between Librarians and Jailhouse Lawyers

Presenter: – Jailhouse Lawyers Initiative

Presenter: – Cornell Law Library

Presenter: – Ithaka S+R

Presenter: – Jailhouse Lawyer Initiative

Moderator: – San Francisco Law Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Career Quest: Engaging Teens with their Future Careers

Presenter: – Plano Public Library

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

ERASE-ism: Confronting White Supremacy in Libraries Through Black and Multicultural Collections

Presenter: – Memphis Public Libraries

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From Shelves to Safety: Empowering Library Staff with Tools for De-escalation and Crisis Response

Presenter: – PAVE Prevention

Careers, Leadership, and Management

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Government and Community Leadership: A Librarian's Role

Presenter: – Salt Lake City Public Library

Presenter: – MSRDesign

Moderator: – MSRDesign

Presenter: – Natrona County Public Library

Presenter: – Santa Clara City Library

Presenter: – Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Infrastructure and Planning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Intellectual Property Competencies for Libraries: A New Framework for IP Support

Presenter: – Ampcus Inc.

Presenter: – Fondren Library, Rice University

Presenter: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries

Presenter: – University of Nevada, Reno

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Leading from the Middle: Building Consensus Through Influence, Not Authority

Presenter: – Metropolitan Library System

Careers, Leadership, and Management

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

LRRT Chair's Program Celebrating 50 Years of Jesse H. Shera Awards

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Queer Kidlit Joy: Positive Representation in the Face of Censorship

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Moderator: – Shore Country Day School

Presenter: – Little Bee Books

Presenter: – Macmillan

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Presenter: – Macmillan

Books and Authors

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Ready Set PreK: Social-Emotional Learning as the Foundation of Preschool Readiness

Presenter: – Mead Public Library

Presenter: – Early Learning Center

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Successful Online Sales for Friends of the Library Fundraising

Presenter: – Friends of the Knox County Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Sustaining Your School Library Community Throughout the Summer: A Beginner’s Toolkit

Presenter: – University Laboratory High School

Programs and Services

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT

Retired Members Round Table (RMRT) DRIEHAUS MUSEUM TOUR

Presenter:

Moderator:

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

AASL President's Program

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

ACRL 2026 President's Program

Moderator: – Augusta University

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

ABOS President's Program

Presenter: – Association of Bookmobile & Outreach Services

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

Living Stories: Centering Contemporary Native Voices

Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Moderator: – University of Minnesota

Presenter: – Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Presenter: – American Indian Library Association

Moderator: – American Indian Library Association

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

To Manage or not to Manage? Library career advancement for new(er) professionals, NMRT President's Program

Presenter: – NMRT

Moderator: – NMRT

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

GNCRT President's Program: Social-Emotional Growth & Resilience Through Manga

Presenter: – Graphic Novels & Comics Round Table

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Libraries as Civic Catalysts: Empowering Voter Engagement Through Strategic Partnerships and Programs (Poster 1)

Poster Presenter: – University at Buffalo

Poster Author: – University at Buffalo

Poster Presenter: – University at Buffalo

Poster Author: – University at Buffalo

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Rooted in Wellness: Plant-Based Library Programming for Student Well-being (Poster 2)

Poster Author: – University at Buffalo

Poster Presenter: – University at Buffalo

Poster Author: – University at Buffalo

Poster Presenter: – SUNY University at Buffalo

Poster Author: – SUNY University at Buffalo

Poster Author: – University at Buffalo

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

A strong partnership between school libraries and local public library benefit students and their families. (Poster 3)

Poster Presenter: – Fairfield Suisun Unified School District

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

“Stitched Stories: Weaving Literature into Wearable Art” (Poster 4)

Poster Presenter: – Fulton County Library System

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Adapting the Reference Interview for Media Labs, Makerspaces, and other Creative Labs (Poster 5)

Poster Presenter: – University of Tennessee

Poster Presenter: – University of Miami

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Adequate Access: The Role of the Law Library in Serving System Impacted Communities (Poster 6)

Poster Presenter: – Ithaka S+R

Poster Author: – Ithaka S+R

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Beyond Storytime: Creating Accessible Imaginative Play Spaces to Promote Literacy and Social Development for Families (Poster 7)

Poster Presenter: – Piscataway Public Library and Summit Free Public Library (NJ)

Poster Author: – Piscataway Public Library and Summit Free Public Library (NJ)

Poster Presenter: – New Jersey

Poster Author: – New Jersey

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Beyond Traditional Library Services: Social Work in the Library (Poster 8)

Poster Presenter: – Weber County Library System

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Bridging the Gap: Using Faculty Input to Enhance Library Support for Doctoral Students (Poster 9)

Poster Presenter: – University at Albany, SUNY

Poster Author: – University at Albany, SUNY

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Building a Local History Collection On A Shoestring: Collaboration, Creativity, & Outreach (Poster 10)

Poster Presenter: – Marquette University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Calling Cards: A Tangible History of User Experience at UW Madison’s Undergraduate Library (Poster 11)

Poster Author: – University of Wisconsin Madison

Poster Presenter: – University of Wisconsin Madison

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Career Adventures Day: A Hands-On Student CareerExploration Experience (Poster 12)

Poster Presenter: – Dayton Metro Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Career Research Help Services in Academic Libraries: Exploring Needs and Programming for Graduating Students (Poster 13)

Poster Presenter: – University of Nevada, Reno

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Climate Conversations: Recentering banned books of the past to aid conversations of the future (Poster 14)

Poster Presenter: – The New York Botanical Garden

Poster Author: – The New York Botanical Garden

Poster Presenter: – New York Botanical Garden

Poster Author: – New York Botanical Garden

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Combating Fake News and AI Deception: Empowering Adults 50+ With Critical Digital Literacy Skills (Poster 15)

Poster Presenter: – Montana State University

Poster Author: – Montana State University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Community Connections: Building Partnerships With PTSA's (Poster 16)

Poster Presenter: – Boston Public Library

Poster Author: – Boston Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Cut, Paste, & Share: 20 Creative Ways to Spark Low Cost High-Impact Engagement in Libraries (Poster 17)

Poster Presenter: – Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Design for Everyone! Teaching Canva in the Public Library (Poster 18)

Poster Presenter: – Richland Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Dream Conferred: Supporting All Indie Authors from Completed Manuscript to Marketplace (Poster 19)

Poster Presenter: – California State University, Long Beach

Poster Author: – California State University, Long Beach

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Finding Information for All Under an English-Only Administration (Poster 21)

Poster Presenter: – California Western School of Law

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From audit to action: Advancing equity through inclusive exhibit practices (Poster 22)

Poster Presenter: – University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

Poster Author: – University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Book Club Reads to Community Needs: Nurturing Library Engagement Across Ages and Departments (Poster 23)

Poster Presenter: – Croton Free Library

Poster Author: – Croton Free Library

Poster Presenter: – Croton Free Library

Poster Author: – Croton Free Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Green to Today: Librarian and Reader Relationships in Modern Public Libraries (Poster 24)

Poster Presenter: – Worcester Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Reading to Action: Innovative Library Practices for Student Empowerment and Sustainable Development (Poster 25)

Poster Presenter: – National Chung Hsing University Library

Poster Author: – National Chung Hsing University Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Information Science Approaches Supporting Teen Mental Health Through Resources, Digital Literacy, and Community Care (Poster 26)

Poster Presenter: – San Jose State University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Library as the Center of Community Life through partnerships-Queens Public Library at Flushing (Poster 27)

Poster Presenter: – Queens Public Library at Flushing

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Library Borrower Lifecycle Flows: Implications for Recruitment & Retention (Poster 28)

Poster Presenter: – New York Public Library

Poster Author: – New York Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Library Outreach Party: DPS, Rogue, Magician, Tank. Who Are You in the Quest for Engagement? (Poster 29)

Poster Presenter: – Florida Atlantic University Libraries

Poster Author: – Florida Atlantic University Libraries

Poster Presenter: – Florida Atlantic University Libraries

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Low Stakes Yap Club: Engaging Students With a Non-Traditional Book Club (Poster 30)

Poster Presenter: – Morse Library - Beloit College

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Making Connections Through the Right Back at You Project (Poster 31)

Poster Presenter: – Deerfield Public Schools

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Making Connections: How Makerspaces Shape Student Belonging in Academic Libraries (Poster 32)

Poster Presenter: – Indiana University Libraries

Poster Author: – Indiana University Libraries

Poster Presenter: – Indiana University Libraries

Poster Author: – Indiana University Libraries

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Making of a Mural: The Practical Side of Facilitating a Largescale Community Art Project (Poster 33)

Poster Presenter: – berwyn public library

Poster Author: – berwyn public library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Media Literacy Behind Bars: Challenges and Opportunities in Navigating Bias, Misinformation and Restricted Information Access (Poster 34)

Poster Presenter: – UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

Poster Author: – UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

Poster Author: – Department of Information Technology, Kampala International University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Meme Mo, Library Ko: Harnessing Pinoy Humor for Engagement in Philippine Libraries (Poster 35)

Poster Author: – UP College of Media and Communication

Poster Author: – UP School of Economics

Poster Author: – Government Service Insurance System

Poster Presenter: – UP College of Media and Communication

Poster Author: – UP College of Media and Communication

Poster Presenter: – UP College of Media and Communication

Poster Author: – UP College of Media and Communication

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Memory Lane: The Family Memories Preservation Center (Poster 36)

Poster Presenter: – FamilySearch Library

Poster Author: – FamilySearch Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Nature Smart Library Resources: The Blueberry Awards and New Criteria for Children's Books (Poster 37)

Poster Presenter: – Evanston Public Library

Poster Author: – Evanston Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

One Voice = Lasting Impact: A Blueprint for Effective Community Engagement (Poster 38)

Poster Author: – Birmingham Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Birmingham Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Out of the Box: How Program-Ready, Money-Themed Games Helped Librarians Go from Newbies to Naturals (Poster 39)

Poster Presenter: – Knology

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Overdue for Socializing: Creating Actionable Student Programming in an Era of Cuts and Commuters (Poster 40)

Poster Presenter: – University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Popular Books, Proven Results: Integrating Leisure Reading Collections and Readers' Advisory in Academic Libraries (Poster 41)

Poster Author: – University at Albany

Poster Presenter: – University at Albany

Poster Author: – University at Albany

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Providing Readers' Advisory Services for Patrons Living with Dementia (Poster 42)

Poster Presenter: – ALA's Library Services for Dementia/Alzheimer's Interest Group

Poster Author: – ALA's Library Services for Dementia/Alzheimer's Interest Group

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Relationships to Recipes: Preserving the Stories of Our Latino Community Through a Collaborative Cookbook (Poster 43)

Poster Presenter: – Northfield Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Reproductive Health & Library Advocacy: A Story of Mutual Interests (Poster 44)

Poster Presenter: – Grinnell College

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Respectful Representation: Honoring Indigenous Art and Culture in Libraries (Poster 45)

Poster Presenter: – New Mexico State Library

Poster Author: – New Mexico State Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Smile! Building a Headshot Service at an Academic Library (Poster 46)

Poster Presenter: – Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Poster Author: – Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Poster Presenter: – Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Poster Author: – Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Poster Presenter: – Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Staff Summer Reading: A Campus-Wide College Libraries Initiative (Poster 47)

Poster Presenter: – Swarthmore College Libraries

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Streaming on Twitch as a Programming Initiative (Poster 48)

Poster Presenter: – Louisiana State University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Strength in Numbers: Sustaining Public Library-University Collaborations for Community Engagement (Poster 49)

Poster Author: – Princeton Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Princeton Public Library

Poster Author: – Princeton Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Student Leadership in Action: Reimagining and Reinvigorating an American Library Association Student Chapter (Poster 50)

Poster Presenter: – Indiana University Bloomington

Poster Author: – Indiana University Bloomington

Poster Presenter: – Indiana University Bloomington

Poster Author: – Indiana University Bloomington

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Taking Over the Academic Library: Harnessing Cross-Campus Partnerships to Engage and Support Students (Poster 51)

Poster Presenter: – Columbus State Community College

Poster Author: – Columbus State Community College

Poster Author: – Columbus State Community College Library

Poster Presenter: – Columbus State Community College

Poster Author: – Columbus State Community College

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Tale of a Strategic Partnership: Launching an Institutional Service for Research Data Sharing and Preservation (Poster 52)

Poster Presenter: – University of Southern California

Poster Author: – University of Southern California

Poster Author:

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The good, the bad, and the hallucinated: teaching AI in the library. (Poster 53)

Poster Presenter: – Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The Pop-up Blockbuster: Preserving Access and Building Community via the Video Store Experience (Poster 54)

Poster Presenter: – University of Iowa

Poster Author: – University of Iowa

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

This or That? Interactive Displays to Encourage Engagement and Market Library Creative Spaces and Services (Poster 55)

Poster Author: – Fayetteville State University

Poster Presenter: – Fayetteville State University

Poster Author: – Fayetteville State University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Too Old for This, Too Young for That: Self-Guided Programs for Tweens (Poster 56)

Poster Presenter: – South Holland Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Welcome to the Bear Den: Creating a Campuswide Fat Bear Week Celebration (Poster 57)

Poster Presenter: – Occidental College

Poster Author: – Occidental College

Poster Presenter: – Occidental College

Poster Author: – Occidental College

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

When They Were You Displays: Building Intergenerational Belonging in The Campus Community (Poster 58)

Poster Presenter: – Brigham Young University

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

32nd Annual Reference Research Forum

Moderator: – Bunker Hill Community College

Moderator: – University of Southern Mississippi

Presenter: – UC Irvine

Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Presenter:

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Adaptive Gaming : Level Up Your Library

Presenter: – SV Accessibility Consultants

Presenter: – Mount Sinai - Nancy Lieberman Back to Life Center

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Advocacy for All: Building Inclusive Voices for Lasting Impact

Presenter: – Nippersink Public Library District

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

AI Assisted Metadata Creation: Real-World Applications, Ethical Questions, and Practical Lessons

Moderator: – Backstage Library Works

Moderator:

Presenter: – Illinois University Library, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

Presenter: – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Presenter: – Western Washington University

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Am I Supposed to Be Here? Unmasking Imposter Syndrome

Presenter: – Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory

Careers, Leadership, and Management

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

An ALA Legacy going strong over 100 years: The American Library in Paris

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Beyond Diwali: Serving the Growing South Asian Communities

Presenter: – Edison, NJ Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Developing Creative Writing Programs for Library Kids

Presenter: – New York Public Library

Presenter: – Younkin Branch, Pickaway County Library

Presenter: – Norwalk Easter Library

Moderator: – Cosmic Writers

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Introducing The Banned Book Index Project: Documenting Censorship and the Fight to Preserve Access

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Presenter: – PEN Ameriva & Every Library

Moderator: – Lyrasis

Presenter: – University of Chicago

Presenter: – American Library Association

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Journey Mapping the Library: Retail UX Research for Intuitive Spaces

Presenter: – North Canton Public Library

Presenter: – SHP Architects

Presenter: – New York University

Moderator: – New York University

Infrastructure and Planning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Leading the Way with Speculative Fiction: Leadership Lessons from Imaginary Worlds

Presenter: – St. Mary's County Libraries

Moderator: – St. Mary's County Libraries

Books and Authors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Serving the Health Needs of Tweens and Teens Through Literature

Moderator: – Help Your Shelf

Presenter: – Scholastic

Presenter: – None

Presenter: – Upstate Medical University

Presenter: – Penguin Young Readers

Books and Authors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Striving to make the world a better place: The Jane Addams Children’s Book Award

Presenter: – Roosevelt Elementary, Hanford Elementary School District

Presenter: – Northeastern Illinois University

Presenter: – Salisbury University

Presenter: – California State University, Los Angeles

Presenter: – Santa Clara City Library

Books and Authors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Unlocking Access: ADA, Accessibility, and Assistive Technologies in Carceral Libraries

Moderator: – Paul Signorelli and Associates

Presenter: – Scanning Pens

Presenter: – National Center for College Students with Disabilities

Presenter: – Ithaka S+R

Presenter: – The Community

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Well... It Depends: Making Confident Copyright Decisions Under Pressure

Presenter: – California State University, Sacramento

Presenter: – University of Kentucky

Presenter: – California State University, Sacramento

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Behind Bars, Beyond Books: Equity and Access in Corrections Libraries

Presenter: – SCI Chester

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Celebrating 24 Years of the Rise: Feminist Book Project List

Presenter: – Herndon High School, Herndon, VA

Moderator: – Library Support Staff Round Table

Presenter: – Niles West High School, Skokie, IL.

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

FMRT Chair's Program

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Gotta Go! Inclusive Restroom Design and How to Get It Right

Presenter: – Noll & Tam Architects

Presenter:

Infrastructure and Planning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Half a Brain and a Party Hat: Using Object-Based Learning to Jumpstart First Year Research

Presenter: – Retired

Presenter: – Daemen University

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

How Library Staff Can Better Serve Deaf Patrons

Presenter: – BKLYN Public Library

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

MAGIRT Chair's Program: How to Catalog a Map

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Metaliteracy is AI Literacy… And Libraries Lead the Way!

Presenter: – Oklahoma State University

Presenter: – Center for the Future of Learning and Work

Presenter: – Oklahoma State University

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Neuropositive Picture Books: A Celebration of New Neurodiversity-Affirming Titles

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Moderator: – Charlesbridge

Presenter: – SImon & Schuster

Presenter: – Charlesbridge

Presenter: – Beach Lane Books

Books and Authors

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Past, Present, and Possibilities: Special Librarians Speak Out on AI's Impact on Their Roles

Presenter: – Baruch College, City University of New York

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Pawsitive Impact: How Two School Librarians Transformed Crisis Response and Student Wellness with Therapy Dogs

Presenter: – Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

Presenter: – Royal Oak High School

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Rainbow Round Table Chairs Program

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Read Trans Books: Resources for Collection Development, Reader’s Advisory, and More!

Presenter: – Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Science Book Clubs That Work: Diverse Authors Drive Community Engagement in Public Libraries

Presenter: – Science Friday Initiative

Moderator: – Science Friday Initiative

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

The Great Metadata Migration: 20 Years of Digital Collections Information on the Move

Presenter: – Brigham Young University

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Borrow, Don't Buy: Meet your Needs with a LIbrary of Things - SustainRT Chair's Program

Presenter: – Curtis Memorial Library

Presenter: – Richland Library

Presenter: – Chicago Tool Library

Presenter:

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Top Tech Trends

Moderator: – Hesburgh Libraries at the University of Notre Dame

Presenter: – Library Technology Guides

Presenter: – Oklahoma State University

Presenter: – Montgomery County Public Libraries

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – Fox River Valley Public Library District

Technology Innovation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

We're returning to the Moon soon:The Artemis Mission and how your library can get involved!

Presenter: – Charleston County School District

Moderator: – Charleston County School District

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Recognizing and Supporting Nonlinear Learners (“Late Bloomers”): Cues, Cracks, and Care (Poster 1)

Poster Presenter: – N/A

Poster Author: – N/A

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Unlearning to Relearn: An Equity-Centered Framework for Adaptive Practice in Libraries and Education (Poster 2)

Poster Presenter: – N/A

Poster Author: – N/A

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

"How can I do more?" Empowering Library Staff through Professional Development (Poster 3)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina School of Information Science

Poster Author: – University of South Carolina School of Information Science

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina School of Information Science

Poster Author: – University of South Carolina School of Information Science

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

A Compass for the Forest: Finding Curricular Opportunities in a Post-Liaison World (Poster 4)

Poster Presenter: – University of Nebraska - Lincoln Libraries

Poster Presenter: – University of Nebraska-Lincoln

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

A Qualitative Study of Undergraduate STEM Majors' Patent Knowledge and Educational Experiences (Poster 5)

Poster Presenter: – The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Poster Author: – University Library, University of Illinois

Poster Presenter: – University Of Illinois at Urbana Champaign

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Advancing Digital Literacy: Library-Led Models for Inclusive Higher Education (Poster 6)

Poster Presenter: – Government Senior Secondary School, Negdiya, Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India.

Poster Author: – Government Senior Secondary School, Negdiya, Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India.

Poster Presenter: – Mohanlal Sukhadia University

Poster Author: – Mohanlal Sukhadia University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Take Another Shot: Transforming First-Year Information Literacy Instruction Through a Multiple-Workshop Model (Poster 7)

Poster Presenter: – Sam Houston State University

Poster Author: – Sam Houston State University

Poster Presenter: – Sam Houston State University

Poster Author: – Sam Houston State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

From X to Z: A Study of Intergenerational Librarian Perspectives on AI Use in Instruction (Poster 8)

Poster Presenter: – Towson University

Poster Presenter: – Sam Houston State University

Poster Author: – Sam Houston State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

AI Unmasked: Truth vs. Myth in School Libraries. (Poster 9)

Poster Presenter: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Poster Author: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

An Interdisciplinary Fellowship to Prepare Librarians to Serve Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Populations (Poster 10)

Poster Author: – University of Central Missouri

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Missouri

Poster Author: – University of Central Missouri

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Archival Futures, Student Voices: A Library-Classroom Humanities Lab Project (Poster 11)

Poster Presenter: – American University in Bulgaria

Poster Author: – American University in Bulgaria

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Are Course Guides Anywhere a Threat to Website Maintenance Everywhere? (Poster 12)

Poster Presenter: – Furman University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Beyond Binary Thinking: A Game-Based Approach to Information Literacy (Poster 13)

Poster Presenter: – Grinnell College

Poster Author: – Grinnell College

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Building a Campus Culture of Data Literacy: Introducing a Data Literacy Toolkit for Academic Librarians (Poster 14)

Poster Author: – University of North Texas

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Certificate and Credential Stacking: A Creative Approach to Integrating Resource Sharing into the LIS Curriculum (Poster 15)

Poster Presenter: – Alvernia University

Poster Presenter: – Penn State University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Charting the Future with AI: The Librarian Is in the Loop (Poster 16)

Poster Presenter: – Duke Kunshan University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

ChatGPT Walks into the Library: Engaging Faculty on AI use in Research and Teaching (Poster 17)

Poster Presenter: – UNC Charlotte

Poster Author: – UNC Charlotte

Poster Presenter: – UNC Charlotte

Poster Author: – UNC Charlotte

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Creative Inquiry in Art Librarianship: Enhancing Liaison Work through Artistic Practice (Poster 18)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Critical Thinking about AI Literacy (Poster 19)

Poster Presenter: – University of San Francisco, Gleeson Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Cultivating AI Literacy in Libraries: A Resource Guide for Librarians and Users (Poster 20)

Poster Presenter: – University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Poster Author: – University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Empowering Emotion: Illustrating and Affirming the Affective Dimensions of Research (Poster 21)

Poster Presenter: – Illinois State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Empowering Student Agency Through Library Leadership (Poster 22)

Poster Presenter: – United Nations International School of Hanoi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Enhancing Literacy through Music: The Rhythm Readers Program (Poster 23)

Poster Author: – Vanderbilt University

Poster Presenter: – Vanderbilt University/Peabody Library

Poster Author: – Vanderbilt University/Peabody Library

Poster Author: – Vanderbilt University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Exploring AI Literacy in the World's Top 50 Academic Libraries through the Analysis of LibGuides (Poster 24)

Poster Presenter: – Department of Library and Information Science, Fu Jen Catholic University

Poster Author: – Department of Library and Information Science, Fu Jen Catholic University

Poster Author: – Graduate School of Materials Science, National Yunlin University of Science & Technology

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

From Boring to Bold: Revitalizing How Academic Libraries Use Social Media (Poster 25)

Poster Presenter: – University of Southern California

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

From Passive Consumption to Participatory Scholarship: An Intellectual Salon as a Capstone for Science Writing (Poster 26)

Poster Presenter: – Brenau University

Poster Author: – Brenau University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

AI meets info lit, designing a new core curriculum course (Poster 27)

Poster Author: – Coastal Carolina University

Poster Presenter: – Coastal Carolina University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Generation Zine: Creative Teaching Strategies to Inspire and Empower Students New to Zinemaking (Poster 28)

Poster Author: – University of Texas at Austin

Poster Author: – UT Libraries

Poster Presenter: – University of Texas at Austin

Poster Author: – University of Texas at Austin

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Guided Play in Action: Reimagining Makerspace Learning in the Academic Library (Poster 29)

Poster Presenter: – University of Illinois Chicago Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

How to Deal with Rejection (Poster 30)

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Brooklyn Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – New York Public Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Imagine IF: An Intellectual Freedom Adventure (Poster 31)

Poster Presenter: – Library Futures

Poster Author: – Library Futures

Poster Presenter:

Poster Author:

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Integrating Literacy and STEAM: Stories About Innovation and Empathy Help Kids Confront 21st Century Challenges (Poster 32)

Poster Presenter: – Orca Book Publishers / Freelance Writer

Poster Author: – Orca Book Publishers / Freelance Writer

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Let’s get together: The pedagogical power in collaborating outside of the library (Poster 33)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Librarian-As-Teacher: A Multiple Case Study of Academic Librarian Professional Identity and Teaching Practice (Poster 34)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

Poster Author: – University of South Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Libraries Without Borders: Equipping Public Librarians to Serve Immigrants and Refugees (Poster 35)

Poster Presenter: – American InterContinental University Systems

Poster Author: – American InterContinental University Systems

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Library Glow-Up: Creative Projects with Adobe Express (Poster 36)

Poster Presenter: – @thenextgenlibrarian

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Little Learners: Back-to-School Prep for Preschoolers (Poster 37)

Poster Presenter: – District of Columbia Public Libraries (DCPL)

Poster Author: – District of Columbia Public Libraries (DCPL)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Low-Cost, High-Impact Staff Training: The Mini-Conference Approach (Poster 38)

Poster Presenter: – North Little Rock Public Library System

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Making Moves: An Exploratory Study of Public Librarian Teaching Skill Transference to Academic Library Careers (Poster 39)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida Libraries

Poster Author: – University of South Florida Libraries

Poster Author: – UCF John C. Hitt Library

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

Poster Author: – University of South Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Mapping the ongoing struggle of Indigenous People in Canada (Poster 40)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Mentorship Unlocked: Empowering and Elevating Early-Career Academic Librarians (Poster 41)

Poster Presenter: – Texas State University Libraries

Poster Author: – Texas State University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Customizing a GPT Bot for Open Course Materials in Engineering (Poster 42)

Poster Presenter: – California State University Long Beach

Poster Author: – California State University Long Beach

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Personal Data Privacy Literacy for Life: Investigating Instruction Opportunities in Academic Libraries (Poster 43)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Read. Talk. Grow: An Innovative Education to Build Understanding and Empathy around Health through Books. (Poster 44)

Poster Author: – Mayo Clinic

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Reading for Pleasure, Reading for the Profession, Reading at Work (Poster 45)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Redefining Information Literacy for the Age of Generative AI: A Framework for the AI-Ready Scholar (Poster 46)

Poster Author: – Providence University,Taiwan

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Reinvigorating the First Year Experience with the Cephalonian Method (Poster 47)

Poster Presenter: – St. Philip's College

Poster Author: – St. Philip's College

Poster Presenter: – St. Philip's College

Poster Author: – St. Philip's College

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Renewing Privacy: Check Out These Educator Resources From a National Forum on Privacy Literacy (Poster 48)

Poster Author: – Penn State University Libraries

Poster Author: – Pennsylvania State University College of Information Sciences and Technology

Poster Presenter: – Penn State University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Rewriting the Rules: Punk Pedagogy in Peer Tutoring Spaces (Poster 49)

Poster Presenter: – Ohio State University

Poster Author: – Ohio State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

AI Literacy in Public Libraries: Preparing Communities for the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Poster 50)

Poster Presenter: – North Carolina Central University

Poster Author: – North Carolina Central University

Poster Presenter: – North Carolina Central University

Poster Author: – North Carolina Central University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Impact of Librarian Teacher Personas on Student Success and Motivation (Poster 51)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Invisible Labor of LIS Intern Supervisors (Poster 52)

Poster Presenter: – William & Mary

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Legend of the LibGuide: Linking Video Game Strategy Guides to Contemporary Information Literacy (Poster 53)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Library Loop: Elevating Student Orientation (Poster 54)

Poster Presenter: – University of Chicago

Poster Author: – University of Chicago

Poster Presenter: – University of Chicago

Poster Author: – University of Chicago

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Research Lives of Graduate Students (Poster 55)

Poster Presenter: – New York University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Using Digital Humanities Tools to Explore the Crossover of Literature and Data (Poster 56)

Poster Presenter: – University of Pittsburgh

Poster Author: – University of Pittsburgh

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Write Your Own Rules: Creating Citation Styles with Students (Poster 57)

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT

GNCRT Magical Comics Tea

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

"The Real Tea" from Teens on YALSA's 2026 BFYA List-YALSA President's Program

Moderator: – Schaumburg Township District Library

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

150 Years of Government Information at ALA: Sesquicentennial of Government Documents Librarianship

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

“If I don’t do it, it won’t get done”: Self-Sacrifice and Academic Library Leaders

Presenter: – Illinois State University

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Affirming Inclusive Library Services: Equitably Serving Patrons with Significant Disabilities

Presenter: – Libraries For All

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

AI Leadership for School Librarians: Preparing High School Students for Responsible AI Use in College.

Presenter: – JJCUNY & NYCPS

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Becoming a Library Triple-Threat: How Improv Helps You Become a Better Librarian, Teammate and Leader

Presenter: – Jefferson Parish Library

Moderator: – Jefferson Parish Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Beyond the Horizon: EMIERT Chair's Program

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Biblioteca Maravillosa: Engaging Emergent Bilingual Readers through Gamification

Presenter: – Pin Oak Middle School

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Women in the Workforce Support Group

Presenter: – Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Presenter: – N/a

Presenter: – Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Outreach and Advocacy

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Core President's Program

Presenter: – Tillamook County Library

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Sea Change: How Brooklyn Public Library's Adult Learning Program Implemented an Evidence-Based Reading Curriculum

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Digitizing a Campus History: How to Make Archives Accessible with Limited Resources

Presenter: – San Joaquin Delta College

Moderator: – San Joaquin Delta College

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

From Research to Practice: Translating Culturally Competent Research into Everyday Library Work

Presenter: – San Jose State University

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

GameRT Mage's Program: Creativity, Community, and Connection: Why We Can’t Shut Up about Game Jams in the Library

Presenter: – Games & Gaming Round Table

Moderator: – North Central College - Oesterle Library

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

IFRT Chair's Program: Intellectual Freedom: Navigating the Tension Between Beliefs and Principles

Presenter: – University of the District of Columbia

Presenter: – Hennepin County Library

Presenter: – Library Leverage

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Inquiry & Informational Books: 25 Years of the Sibert Medal

Moderator: – Member of the Sibert Award 25th Anniversary Task Force

Presenter: – Wilmette Public Library

Presenter:

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Maintenance Not Guaranteed: Supporting Digital Scholarship in the Face of Decay

Presenter: – California State University Long Beach

Presenter: – University of Oklahoma

Technology Innovation

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

One World, Many Libraries: Global Visions for A.I. and Future-Forward Technologies

Presenter: – N/A

Moderator: – Indiana State Library

Presenter: – The Salt Lake City Public Library

Moderator: – The Salt Lake City Public Library

Technology Innovation

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Partnering for Democracy: Strategic Collaboration to Deliver Civic Information and Facilitate Voter Participation

Presenter: – Hoboken Public Library

Presenter:

Moderator: – Assistant Director Strategic Relations, Sno-Isle Libraries

Outreach and Advocacy

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Still Blogging, Still Relevant: Navigating Voice and Value in the Evolving Library Landscape

Presenter: – Evanston Public Library

Presenter: – Indiana State University

Moderator: – Indiana State University

Presenter: – Michigan

Presenter: – New York Public Library

Presenter: – Parma Elementary School

Technology Innovation

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

The Gap Years: Four Authors Address the Shortage of Stories for Younger Teens

Presenter: – n/a

Presenter: – N/A

Books and Authors

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

United for Libraries President's Program

Presenter: – United for Libraries

Moderator: – United for Libraries

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Librarians as Culturally Responsive Leaders (Poster 1)

Poster Presenter: – Chicago State University

Poster Author: – Chicago State University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Reflections from the Inaugural Illinois Library Association Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Retreat (Poster 2)

Poster Presenter: – Chicago State University

Poster Author: – Chicago State University

Poster Presenter: – Prospect Heights Public Library District

Poster Author: – Prospect Heights Public Library District

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

"The Underlying Fear of Just Existing": Experiences of Southern Trans and Gender Nonconforming Library Workers (Poster 3)

Poster Presenter: – Coastal Carolina University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

“Things I Wish My Employer Knew”: ADHD Experiences in Academic Libraries (Poster 4)

Poster Author: – School of Information Science, University of South Carolina

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina Upstate

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Designing Inclusive Library Spaces: A Sensory-Friendly Relaxation Room for Neurodivergent Students (Poster 5)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

From Barriers to Belonging: Insights from Neurodivergent Students on Library Spaces and Services (Poster 6)

Poster Author: – University of Florida

Poster Presenter: – University of Florida

Poster Author: – University of Florida

Poster Presenter: – University of Florida

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Community Perceptions of Commonly Contested Themes in Children’s Books (Poster 7)

Poster Author: – Clark University

Poster Presenter: – Simmons

Poster Author: – Simmons

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Diverse Books and Book Banning: Parent, Teacher, and Librarian Perspectives (Poster 8)

Poster Author: – Clark University

Poster Presenter: – Simmons

Poster Author: – Simmons

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Accessibility in Action: Building Community and Reimagining Library Services for ESL Families (Poster 9)

Poster Presenter: – Santa Clara County Library District

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Autism: What it's like (to be Me) (Poster 10)

Poster Presenter: – Spartanburg County Public Library

Poster Author: – Spartanburg County Public Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Beyond the Program: Showcasing Accessibility Through Outreach, Exhibits, and Promotion (Poster 11)

Poster Presenter: – Geneva Public Library District

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Bridging The Gap - How Librarians Can Bridge The Social Divide Through Music (Poster 12)

Poster Presenter: – Charleston County Public Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Bridging the Gap: Practical Tools and AI Innovations for Library Accessibility (Poster 13)

Poster Presenter: – Nashville Public Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Building Community Through Dialogue: The Social Justice Book Club (Poster 14)

Poster Presenter: – Las Vegas-Clark County Library District

Poster Author: – Las Vegas-Clark County Library District

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Building Educators’ Capacity for Cultural Competence Using Fictional Characters and Their Avatars (Poster 15)

Poster Presenter: – University of Northern Iowa

Poster Author: – University of Northern Iowa

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Charting Queer Visibility: A Content Analysis of Queer Picture Books, 2000-2024 (Poster 16)

Poster Author: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Poster Presenter: – Eastern Washington University

Poster Author: – Eastern Washington University

Poster Presenter: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Poster Author: – University of Rhode Island

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Collaborating for Care: Library Partnerships for Neurodivergent Student Support (Poster 17)

Poster Author: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

Poster Presenter: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

Poster Author: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Collaboration in Action: Infusing Library Resources into Campus Communications (Poster 18)

Poster Presenter: – Santa Clara University

Poster Author: – Santa Clara University

Poster Presenter: – Santa Clara University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Community Perspectives about Civic Engagement for Racial Justice in the American South (Poster 19)

Poster Presenter: – Chicago State University

Poster Author: – Chicago State University

Poster Author: – University of Alabama

Poster Presenter: – School of Library and Information Studies, University of Alabama

Poster Author: – School of Library and Information Studies, University of Alabama

Poster Author: – University of Alabama

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Confidence Audit: First-Generation Biology Students’ Information Literacy Skills Under the Microscope (Poster 20)

Poster Presenter: – Sam Houston State University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Contextualizing Global Events Through Graphic Novels (Poster 21)

Poster Presenter: – American University

Poster Author: – American University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Creating Calm: A Low-Sensory Lo-Fi Model for Academic Libraries (Poster 22)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Cross-Generational Collaboration and Collection for Inclusive Academic Libraries (Poster 23)

Poster Presenter: – CUNY Hunter College

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Decolonizing the Stacks: A Diversity Audit of Indigenous Literature (Poster 24)

Poster Presenter: – Appalachian State University

Poster Author: – Appalachian State University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Defining AI Literacy in an Evolving World (Poster 25)

Poster Presenter: – ALA Committee on Literacy

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Enhancing Early Intervention, Family Outcomes, and Library Services Through Multilingual Communication (Poster 26)

Poster Presenter: – Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse

Poster Author: – Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse

Poster Presenter: – Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse

Poster Author: – Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Exploring Minority Leadership in Libraries and Professional Organizations: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities (Poster 27)

Poster Presenter: – University of Hawaii at Manoa

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Florida

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Faculty Scholarly Publications at UPR Bayamón: Profiles and Emerging Trends (Poster 28)

Poster Presenter: – University of Puerto Rico in Bayamón

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Fostering Inclusivity Through Food and Creativity: A Library Program for Tweens of All Abilities (Poster 29)

Poster Presenter: – Luther Burbank Middle School

Poster Author: – Luther Burbank Middle School

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Health Literacy as a tool for Health Equity through the Community Library (Poster 30)

Poster Author: – The Alliance for Health Equity

Poster Author: – Department of Public Health Sciences, West Chester University of PA

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

How public libraries support immigrants and refugees in the United States (Poster 31)

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Missouri

Poster Author: – University of Central Missouri

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Missouri

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Improving Latino Children’s Reading Literacy through Parent and Caregiver Support with Inclusive Curriculum (Poster 32)

Poster Presenter: – Barraz Genesis

Poster Author: – Barraz Genesis

Poster Presenter: – Barraz Genesis

Poster Author: – Barraz Genesis

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

It Saved My Life: Access to Queer Books in a Time of Book Bans (Poster 33)

Poster Presenter: – University of Tennessee - knoxville

Poster Author: – University of Tennessee - knoxville

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Law & Morals: Creating a Tactile Map of an Inaccessible Library (Poster 34)

Poster Presenter: – Occidental College

Poster Author: – Occidental College

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Learning the Legacy: Teaching HBCU History Using Digital Archives and Other Primary Sources (Poster 35)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

LGBTQ+ Library Improvement Survey & Interviews Poster (Poster 36)

Poster Author: – University of Maryland

Poster Author: – University of Maryland Libraries

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Libraries as Sites of Collaboration for Reconstructing Hidden Queer Histories (Poster 37)

Poster Presenter: – Beloit College

Poster Author: – Beloit College

Poster Presenter: – Beloit College

Poster Author: – Beloit College

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Clocking Queer Failure in Library Instruction Through Structured Journaling Practice (A Detour) (Poster 38)

Poster Presenter: – Purdue University Fort Wayne

Poster Presenter: – Purdue Fort Wayne

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Low Use, High Potential: Turning Around LGBTQ+ Database Statistics (Poster 39)

Poster Presenter: – Northern Michigan University

Poster Author: – Northern Michigan University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Meaningful Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility at a large urban library (Poster 40)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Multiracial Belonging in Library Affinity Groups: A Public Information Scan (Poster 41)

Poster Presenter: – California State University, Los Angeles

Poster Author: – California State University, Los Angeles

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Phone It In: How to Easily Set Up a Dial-a-Story Program at Your Library (Poster 42)

Poster Presenter: – Barrington Public Library

Poster Author: – Barrington Public Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Read in Love: Centering Joy, Justice, and Black Girlhood Through Romance (Poster 43)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Reinvigorating a LGBTQ+ Community Archives' Library in Times of Censorship: Programming and Systems Upgrades (Poster 44)

Poster Presenter: – Lambda Archives of San Diego

Poster Author: – Lambda Archives of San Diego

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Rooted in Stories: Growing Together (Poster 45)

Poster Presenter: – Islamic Library Association

Poster Presenter: – Long Island Library Resources Council

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Serving Migrants at Ground Zero (Poster 46)

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Brooklyn Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

Poster Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Poster Author: – Queens Public Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Story Time for the Spectrum: A Story Time Program for All (Poster 47)

Poster Presenter: – District of Columbia Public Libraries (DCPL)

Poster Author: – District of Columbia Public Libraries (DCPL)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Supporting Every Student: Implementing Sensory Kits at an Academic Library (Poster 48)

Poster Presenter: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Author: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Presenter: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Author: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

The American Indian Youth Literature Awards: Celebrating Indigenous Voices in Children’s Literature (Poster 49)

Poster Presenter: – Stone Child College/Rocky Boy Public Library

Poster Author: – Stone Child College/Rocky Boy Public Library

Poster Presenter: – New Mexico State Library

Poster Author: – New Mexico State Library

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

The Librarian’s Prescription: Lessons from Chronic Illness for Serving Communities amidst Political Turmoil (Poster 50)

Poster Presenter: – American University

Poster Author: – American University

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

The Library Dads: Celebrating the important role fathers play in their children's lives! (Poster 51)

Poster Presenter: – Fulton County Library System

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Trans by Trans Book Club: Actively Promoting Inclusion for Adult Trans Readers Year-Round (Poster 52)

Poster Presenter: – Free Library of Philadelphia

Poster Author: – Free Library of Philadelphia

Poster Author:

Poster Author: – Free Library of Philadelphia

Poster Presenter: – Free Library of Philadelphia

Poster Presenter:

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Tribes and Marginalized Communities of India: Subject Proposals that Contribute to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (Poster 53)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Valuing National Memory through Collection Mapping: An Exploratory Study of a Philippine University Library (Poster 54)

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Visibility Is Leadership: Confidence as a Catalyst for Inclusive Librarianship (Poster 55)

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

AI Information Practices of Undergraduate Students: Qualitative Evidence from Transcript Analysis and Student Experiences

Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Presenter: – THE Ohio State University

Teaching and Learning

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Beyond the Book: How Libraries Can Fundraise with Author Events

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Programs and Services

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Breaking Barriers, Building Brands: Supporting Beauty Entrepreneurs in Libraries

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Programs and Services

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Building Communities of Practice for Library Instructors-LIRT President's Program

Presenter: – LIRT

Presenter: – University of Rhode Island

Presenter: – Auburn University

Presenter:

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Building Resilient Communities: Intergenerational Programming in Libraries

Presenter: – SilverKite Community Arts, LLC ®

Programs and Services

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Classifying Graphic Novels : A Proposed Original Schema

Presenter: – McLennan Community College

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Cultivating Radical Empathy in Archives & Special Collections: Lessons from the BRE Collective

Presenter: – University of South Carolina

Presenter: – Georgia Tech

Careers, Leadership, and Management

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Dandelions: Hip-Hop, Literacy, and Queer Resilience

Presenter: – Rapbrary

Books and Authors

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Read to Recovery - Two Public Libraries Respond to the Addiction Epidemic

Presenter: – San Francisco Public Library

Presenter: – Saratoga Springs Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Reimagining Public Libraries with AI: Chicago Public Library’s Citywide Strategy for Equity, Innovation, and Empowerment

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – City of Chicago | Department of Technology & Innovation

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Technology Innovation

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Resilient by Design: Reframing Equity and Innovation in Libraries

Presenter: – Dayton Metro Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Resource Sharing (R)Evolution: Where Will the Next 150 Years Take Us?

Presenter: – University of Tennessee Libraries

Presenter: – Texas Tech University

Presenter: – Clemson Universtiy

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

The Key is Compassion: Creating Safer, More Welcoming Libraries through Patron-Positive Conflict Resolution

Presenter: – The Seattle Public Library

Teaching and Learning

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Transformational Leadership Through Empathy: Being and supporting change agents

Presenter: – Clayton County Library System

Careers, Leadership, and Management

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Tunes-n-Tales: How Partnering with a Local Symphony Brings Inclusiveness to Communities Through the Arts

Presenter: – Clark County Public Library

Presenter: – Springfield Symphony

Outreach and Advocacy

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Visual Storytelling and Critical Thinking: From Caldecotts and Comics to Content Feeds

Presenter: – North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Teaching and Learning

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CDT

ALA 150: A Celebration For Our Libraries

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT

2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction Award Ceremony and Reception

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT

YALSA Presents: The 2026 Michael L. Printz Awards

8:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT

YALSA Presents: The 2026 Michael L. Printz Awards

7:00 AM - 9:30 AM CDT

Coretta Scott King Book Award Round Table Annual Awards Breakfast

Presenter: – CSKBART

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CDT

Rise, Connect, Learn: ALA Learning Round Table Networking Breakfast

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Literary Luminaries: Celebrating the Best Reading of The Year

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Building the Future Together: Libraries Partnering for Collective Impact-IRRT Chair's Program

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

50 Ways to Spark a Love of Reading

Presenter: – Shannonisteaching.com

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

AI and Accessibility: Benefits and Potential Bias

Presenter: – Co-Chair

Technology Innovation

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

CTRL + THINK: Middle/ High School Information Literacy Event

Presenter: – DeKalb County School District / Tucker High School

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Elders Deserve Social Justice Too: Challenging Ageism Towards Older Adults Through Libraries, Communities, and ALA

Presenter: – Edison, NJ Public Library

Presenter: – Warren Civic Center Library

Presenter: – Louisiana State University

Presenter: – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - School of Information and Library Science

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Faceted Vocabularies and Linked Data: Transforming Library Metadata with the ALA Core SAC SSFV Subcommittee

Presenter: – Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Presenter: – University of Central Florida

Presenter: – University of Maryland Libraries

Presenter: – University of Oregon

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From War Zones to Waterfalls: Ukraine, Kenyan, & Tribal Community Book Ecosystems

Presenter: – San Jose State University School of Information

Presenter: – San Jose State University

Presenter: – American Library Association

Presenter: – San Jose State University

Presenter: – Indian Pueblo Cultural Center

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Is Tenure Really Permanent? A Case Study of Post-Tenure Review in Academic Libraries

Presenter: – University of Central Florida Libraries

Presenter: – University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

Presenter: – University of Florida

Careers, Leadership, and Management

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

LAWPods: Breaking down Walls and Barriers in Providing Library Services.

Presenter: – Harris County Robert W Hainsworth Law Library

Presenter:

Presenter: – Harris County Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Mind the Knowledge Gap: Lessons from developing an AI Library ChatBot

Presenter: – University of South Florida Libraries

Technology Innovation

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Privacy is Learned: Educator Resources from a National Forum on Privacy Literacy

Presenter: – Penn State University Libraries

Presenter: – Pennsylvania State University College of Information Sciences and Technology

Presenter: – Penn State University Libraries

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Promoting Student Belonging Through Academic Archives: A Model for Place-Based Research

Presenter: – CUNY Hunter College

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Reading with Dignity: Building Dementia-Inclusive Public Library Resources

Presenter: – MIRADOR MAGAZINE

Presenter: – NANA'S BOOKS / NostalgiaWorks

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Toxic Exclusion: Banned Authors Share How to Support Children's Access to Information

Moderator: – Winfield Public Library, Winfield, Illinois

Presenter: – [none]

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Unlearning to Relearn: An Equity-Centered Framework for Adaptive Practice in Libraries and Education

Presenter: – N/A

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Where Highways Divide, Libraries Connect: Public History, Advocacy, and Reconnecting Communities

Presenter: – Kansas City Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Work Wisdom Discover the art of Authentic Communication and build more trustful, collaborative work relationships.

Presenter: – Work Wisdom LLC

Moderator: – New Castle Public Library

Presenter: – New Castle Library District

Careers, Leadership, and Management

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT

YA Coffee Klatch

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

Breaking Barriers: A Librarian’s Story of Changing Times, Retired Members Round Table 2026 Chair Program

Moderator: – RMRT

Presenter: – RMRT

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

Edward G. Holley Memorial Lecture - LHRT

Main Contact: – University of Kentucky Libraries

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

LSSRT President's Program: Continuing Education on a Budget: Creative Strategies for Professional Growth

Moderator: – Library Support Staff Round Table

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Preparing Future Librarians for AI: A Review of AI Inclusion in Philippine LIS Curricula (Poster 1)

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Re(Call) Number 1903: Tracing the Pensionados and the Foundation of Philippine librarianship (Poster 2)

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines Diliman

Poster Author: – University of the Philippines Diliman

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

"Americana Box", an american experience outside of the United States (Poster 3)

Poster Presenter: – Centro Cultural Paraguayo Americano

Poster Author: – Centro Cultural Paraguayo Americano

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

A Bibliometric Review of AI Research Disparities Between the Global South and the Global North (Poster 4)

Poster Presenter: – IAEA- International Atomic Energy Agency

Poster Author: – IAEA- International Atomic Energy Agency

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Relationship between LIS educators’ seminar attendance and research publication output in Southern Nigerian universities. (Poster 5)

Poster Presenter: – University of Port Harcourt

Poster Author: – University of Port Harcourt

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Acquisitions: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Prospects in the Modern Library Landscape (Poster 6)

Poster Presenter: – University of Port Harcourt

Poster Author: – University of Port Harcourt

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Empowering Librarians Through Lifelong Learning: Strategies for Sustainable Continuing Education Programs in developing countries (Poster 7)

Poster Presenter: – Delta State College of Education Mosogar Nigeria

Poster Author: – Delta State College of Education Mosogar Nigeria

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Campus to Community: Empowering inclusive Outreach Engagement Through Academic Libraries in Nigeria and Beyond (Poster 8)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

AI Breakthrough: Unveiling Thematic Trends of Taipei Public Library Book Exhibitions (Poster 9)

Poster Author: – Taipei Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Archiving Evidence of War Crimes: the Case of Ukrainian Libraries (Poster 10)

Poster Author: – Department of Library and Information Science at PennWest Clarion University

Poster Presenter: – School of Information San Jose State University

Poster Author: – School of Information San Jose State University

Poster Presenter: – San Jose State University

Poster Author: – San Jose State University

Poster Author: – Rocky Vista University

Poster Author: – School of Information San Jose State University

Poster Presenter: – School of Information, San Jose State University

Poster Author: – School of Information, San Jose State University

Poster Presenter: – Rocky Vista University

Poster Presenter: – School of Information San Jose State University

Poster Author: – Auraria Library

Poster Presenter: – Auraria Library

Poster Presenter: – Department of Library and Information Science at PennWest Clarion University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Data to Discovery: Librarian–Faculty Synergy Ecosystem in the National Defense Medical University, Taiwan (Poster 11)

Poster Author: – School of Medicine, National Defense Medical University, Taiwan (Republic of China）

Poster Author: – Dept. of Bio-Industry Communication and Development, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (Republic of China）

Poster Author: – Dept. of Public Health, National Defense Medical University, Taiwan (Republic of China）

Poster Presenter: – General Education, National Defense Medical University, Taiwan (Republic of China)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Global Insights into AI-Driven Research Literacy: A Case Study from Taiwan’s Medical School (Poster 12)

Poster Author: – School of Medicine, National Defense Medical University, Taiwan （Republic of China）

Poster Author: – Dept. of Bio-Industry Communication and Development, National Taiwan University, Taiwan (Republic of China）

Poster Presenter: – General Education, National Defense Medical University, Taiwan (Republic of China)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Assessing User Experience and Attitudes Towards the Adoption of AI Voice Assistants in Libraries (Poster 13)

Poster Presenter: – Graduate Institute of Library and Information Science, National Chung Hsing University

Poster Author: – Graduate Institute of Library and Information Science, National Chung Hsing University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Audio Story Corner: Inspiring Literacy through Inclusive Storytelling Innovation (Poster 14)

Poster Presenter: – Government Senior Secondary School, Negdiya, Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India.

Poster Author: – Government Senior Secondary School, Negdiya, Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Automating Book Retrieval in Public Libraries: Robotic Arm Integration and Service Framework (Poster 15)

Poster Presenter: – Taoyuan Public Library, Taiwan

Poster Author: – Taoyuan Public Library, Taiwan

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Bridging Literacies: Investigating the Interplay of AI and Data Literacy among Research Scholars (Poster 16)

Poster Presenter: – Lahore School of Economis

Poster Author: – Lahore School of Economis

Poster Author: – Towson University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Cultivating Comic Collections: The Information Worlds of Comics Librarians in Toronto (Poster 17)

Poster Presenter: – Waterloo Public Library

Poster Author: – Waterloo Public Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Engaging Intern Sustainability Interests in the Library (Poster 18)

Poster Author: – University of South Florida

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

Poster Author: – University of South Florida

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida Nelson Poynter Memorial Library - St. Petersburg, FL

Poster Author: – University of South Florida Nelson Poynter Memorial Library - St. Petersburg, FL

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Exalted Spirits Conference in Egypt: The reception and success on the Knowledge Fountain Database (Poster 19)

Poster Presenter: – University of Alabama

Poster Author: – University of Alabama

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Book Fairs to Social Media: Bringing Classical Chinese Texts to Life (Poster 20)

Poster Presenter: – National Central Library, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Datafication to Commodification: Awareness of Data Mechanisms and Privacy Behaviors on Digital Platforms (Poster 21)

Poster Presenter: – University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, WI

Poster Author: – University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, WI

Poster Author: – University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Shelves to Digital Portals: Building a Bilingual Digital Library at the ARCE Library (Poster 22)

Poster Author: – The American Research Center in Egypt

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Fun with the Olympics readings (Poster 23)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Gateway to success: The UWI Mona Library at the Heart of Student Achievements (Poster 24)

Poster Presenter: – The University of the West Indies Mona

Poster Presenter: – University of the West Indies, Mona

Poster Author: – The University of the West Indies, Mona

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Green libraries: New Era in LIS Professionals for Sustainable Practices (Poster 25)

Poster Presenter: – Arts,Commerce and Science college,Malegaon city,Malegaon,Dist.Nashik

Poster Author: – Arts,Commerce and Science college,Malegaon city,Malegaon,Dist.Nashik

Poster Author:

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Greening the Library: Sustainable E-Waste Management Practice at University of the Philippines (Poster 26)

Poster Presenter: – University of the Philippines College of Engineering Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Informational Immunization: Libraries as Frontline Resilience Builders Against Misinformation (Poster 27)

Poster Presenter: – Sultan Qaboos University

Poster Author: – Sultan Qaboos University

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

International Youth Library (Munich): Investigating International Literature from here or there . . . (Poster 28)

Poster Presenter: – Miami University

Poster Author: – Miami University

Poster Presenter: – Silver Shutter Photography

Poster Author: – Silver Shutter Photography

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Knowledge Adventure: Play x Reading in Taiwan (Poster 29)

Poster Presenter: – National Library of Public Information (NLPI)

Poster Presenter:

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Leading with Soul: A Framework for Purpose-Driven Leadership and Burnout Recovery (Poster 30)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Librarians at International Schools: An Exploratory Study (Poster 31)

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Missouri

Poster Author: – Elementary Library Works

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Library Leaders in Action: Building a Student Ambassador Program (Poster 32)

Poster Presenter: – @thenextgenlibrarian

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

No Worries Book Corner: Designing Library Spaces for Stress Relief and Student Wellness (Poster 33)

Poster Presenter: – Kent State University

Poster Author: – Kent State University

Poster Presenter: – National Chung Hsing University Library

Poster Author: – National Chung Hsing University Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

One-Stop to Simplify, One Step to Smartify: The Innovation of Taiwan's Publishing Information Management (Poster 34)

Poster Presenter: – National Central Library

Poster Author: – National Central Library

Poster Author:

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

OPEN LAB: New Creative Momentum—Transformation and Evolution of Outreach Initiatives (Poster 35)

Poster Presenter: – NATIONAL CENTRAL LIBRARY

Poster Presenter: – National Central Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Strategies to Address Global Challenges in Library Makerspaces (Poster 37)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Tag Smarter, Not Harder: Evaluating ChatGPT-Generated Metadata in SolarSPELL’s French Library Collection (Poster 38)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The University of Miami Rome Library: A Transatlantic Model for Collaborative Collection Development and Access (Poster 39)

Poster Presenter: – University of Miami Libraries

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Toward a Role for Popular Reading in Global Experience Preparation (Poster 40)

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Write to Inspire: Pioneering Literary Engagement in the Middle East (Poster 41)

Poster Presenter: – Qatar National Library

Poster Author: – Qatar National Library

Poster Presenter: – Qatar National Library

Poster Author: – Qatar National Library

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Skills4 Work - Skills Online Sri Lanka: Libraries Reskilling Citizens to Enter the Labor Market (Poster 36)

Poster Presenter: – Verite Research

Presenter:

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Beyond the Buzzwords: People-First EDI That Builds Around Your Library's Heart

Presenter: – Poudre Libraries

Presenter: – Poudre River

Moderator: – Poudre River Public Library District

Careers, Leadership, and Management

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Building Bridges of Care: Creating Library Programs and Services for Family Caregivers

Presenter: – Caregiving Years Training Academy

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Connecting Culture and Knowledge: Indigenous Librarians Narratives of Researching Ancestral Histories

Presenter: – UW Information School

Presenter: – Yale University

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Crush Climate Anxiety: Use Our Librarian Superpowers to Support Kids' Love of Nature and Eco-action!

Presenter: – Evanston Public Library

Presenter: – Patricia Newman Books

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Digital Accessibility in Action: Collaborating for Inclusive Libraries

Presenter: – University of Virginia Library

Presenter: – Benetech

Presenter: – Lillian Goldman Law Library

Presenter: – Clarivate

Technology Innovation

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

DPC-RAM in Action: Open-Source Tools for Archiving and Digital Preservation Planning

Presenter: – COBIMET, INC

Presenter: – Consorcio de Bibliotecas Metropolitanas de Puerto Rico

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Ethical AI in Libraries: A Critical Look at the Promise and Potential

Presenter: – Library Technology Guides

Moderator: – Lyrasis

Presenter: – Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education

Presenter: – Center for the Future of Learning and Work

Presenter: – Deputy Director, The New York Public Library

Technology Innovation

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Foundation and Library Collaborations

Moderator: – Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – American Library Association

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Keywords to Prompts: Preparing Students for AI as an Emerging Search Platform

Presenter: – Purdue University Libraries and School of Information Studies

Presenter: – Purdue University Libraries and School of Information

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Global Voices, Shared Advocacy: School Librarians Advancing EDIA+IF Together

Presenter: – Self

Presenter: – Pymble Ladies' College

Presenter: – St. Andrew's College

Moderator: – Story Power

Presenter: – Catalina High School, Tucson Unified School District

Presenter: – Alleyn's School in London

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Home Alone: Patron Access to After-Hours Library Service

Presenter: – Thompson-Nicola Regional LIbrary

Presenter: – Salt Lake City Public Library

Moderator: – Salt Lake City Public Library

Presenter: – Hamilton Public Library

Infrastructure and Planning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Level 2 Unlocked: Powering Up Library Innovation with TTRPGs, Video Games, and More!

Presenter: – Wisconsin Dept. of Public Instruction

Presenter: – Washington State Library

Presenter: – Field Day Lab - Wisconsin Center for Education Research - University of Wisconsin - Madison

Presenter: – foundry10

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Stitched Stories: Children’s Literature, Quilting, and Cultural Heritage

Presenter: – Vanderbilt University

Presenter:

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The Growing Demand for Kid-Friendly Manga: A Guide for Librarians

Presenter: – N/A

Moderator: – Janna Co., Kids Comics Unite

Presenter: – Author/Artist

Presenter: – District Library

Books and Authors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The Human Element: Staff Advocacy for Library Security

Presenter: – An Anonymous Public Library System

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

How To Have Successful Working Relationships With The Library Director and The Board of Trustees

Presenter: – Taylorville Public Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Academic Library and Public School Partnerships to Foster K–12 Professional Development: A New Jersey Study

Presenter: – William Paterson University of New Jersey

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

AI in Reference: Recommendations in Practice: RUSA President’s Program

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Black Presidents of ALA: A Storied History

Presenter: – Indiana State Library

Moderator: – Library Support Staff Round Table

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Building Connections Across Silenced Communities

Presenter: – Education Unfiltered Consulting

Books and Authors

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Building Teen Advocates at Small and Rural Libraries: How we did it!

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Creating a Comprehensive AI Training Course for Community College Students

Presenter: – City University of New York

Presenter: – Bronx Community College, City University of New York

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Dreaming With Your Kids: Librarian and Educator Collaborations with Latinx KidLit Book Festival

Presenter: – City University of New York

Presenter: – Cooper Dual Language Academy

Moderator: – Latinx Kidlit Book Festival

Presenter: – MSD Lawrence Township

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Emergency Response and Recovery: Practical Strategies for Any Library

Moderator: – University of Arkansas

Moderator: – Northwestern University Libraries

Presenter:

Presenter: – University of Illinois Library

Presenter: – University of Iowa Libraries

Presenter: – Duke University Libraries

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Executive Perspectives: A Conversation on the Future of the Library Technology Industry

Presenter: – Library Technology Guides

Moderator: – Library Technology Guides

Technology Innovation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

No Disclosure Required: Neuroaffirming Workspaces and Social Protocols for Library Employees

Presenter: – Virginia Commonwealth School of the Arts in Qatar

Infrastructure and Planning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Second Chance (Public Library) Local High School Diploma

Presenter: – Finkelstein Memorial Library

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

'The Hero Within': Normalizing Mental Health Conversations Through Film and Multimodal Storytelling

Presenter: – Kevin Love Fund

Presenter: – Reading Athlete

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

The Library is for Everyone: The D.C. Public Library's Accessibility Expansion Program

Presenter: – D.C. Public Library

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Turning Barriers into Opportunities: School Library Media Specialists Collaborating to Integrate AI Literacy in K–12

Presenter: – Towson University

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

United to Read Freely: How a State-Level Coalition Won Big by Sticking Together

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Moderator: – Penguin Random House

Presenter: – Roger Williams University School of Law

Presenter: – Cranston Public Library

Presenter: – Penguin Random House

Outreach and Advocacy

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Unlocking History: How Librarians Can Harness AI for Family and Local History Research

Presenter: – FamilySearch International

Presenter: – St Tammany Parish Library

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Best Practices for Cleaning and Sanitizing Play Spaces in a Large Public Library (Poster 40)

Poster Presenter: – Gail Borden Public Library

Poster Author: – Gail Borden Public Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Building a Digital Legacy: A Collaborative Digital Humanities Project to Preserve History (Poster 41)

Poster Presenter: – Delaware State University

Poster Presenter: – Delaware State University; studying at San Jose State University

Poster Author: – Delaware State University; studying at San Jose State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Building Institutional Readiness: Starting Small with Generative AI in College Libraries (Poster 42)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Campus to Career: How Students Perceive their Library Employment (Poster 43)

Poster Author: – University of North Texas

Poster Presenter: – University of North Texas

Poster Presenter: – Kellogg Community College

Poster Author: – Kellogg Community College

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Catalysts for Sustainability Partnerships: Building Trust with Sustainability Stakeholders Beyond the Library (Poster 44)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

Poster Author: – Oregon State University

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

Poster Author: – SustainRT

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Empowering Library Professionals: Strategies for Resilience, Recovery, and Knowing When to Walk Away (Poster 45)

Poster Author: – George Mason University

Poster Presenter: – George Mason University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

I Won't Go Down With This Ship: Charting a Course from Public to Academic Libraries (Poster 46)

Poster Presenter: – Decker Library - Maryland Institute College of Art

Poster Author: – Decker Library - Maryland Institute College of Art

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina - Upstate

Poster Author: – University of South Carolina - Upstate

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Preparing for Change: New RDA Toolkit Implementation in Libraries (Poster 47)

Poster Presenter: – University of Hawaii at Manoa

Poster Author: – University of Hawaii at Manoa

Poster Presenter: – University of Central Florida

Poster Author: – University of Central Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

More than Books: Technology & Tools for Student Success (Poster 48)

Poster Presenter: – University of Arkansas of Pine Bluff

Poster Author: – University of Arkansas of Pine Bluff

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Reimagining Library Tours: Inclusive Digital Wayfinding for the Libraries of Tomorrow (Poster 49)

Poster Presenter: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Poster Author: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Sign of the Times: How to Transform the User Experience with Updated Signage (Poster 50)

Poster Presenter: – Leon County Public Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Take a Seat: Sizeism in an Academic Library and its Effects on Patrons and Staff (Poster 51)

Poster Presenter: – University of Tennessee - knoxville

Poster Author: – University of Tennessee - knoxville

Poster Author: – University of Tennessee-Knoxville

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Accordion Model of Library Services (Poster 52)

Poster Presenter: – Pasco-Hernando State College

Poster Author: – Pasco-Hernando State College

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

National Trends in Academic Library Support for Open Initiatives: findings from the 2024 ACRL Annual Trends Survey (Poster 53)

Poster Presenter: – Dominican University, School of Information Studies

Poster Author: – Dominican University, School of Information Studies

Poster Author: – Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL)

Poster Presenter: – Binghamton University (SUNY)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Right AI for the Right Job: Framework for Choosing University vs. Commercial AI Tools (Poster 54)

Poster Author: – George Mason University

Poster Presenter: – George Mason University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

What's old is new again: Training staff for drop-in research assistance (Poster 55)

Poster Presenter: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Poster Author: – UNLV Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

When Helping Hurts: The Silent Burnout of Librarians (Poster 56)

Poster Presenter: – Troy University

Poster Author: – Troy University

Poster Presenter: – Troy University

Poster Author: – Troy University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Where Student Voices Take Center Stage: A Replicable Podcasting Booth Model for Libraries (Poster 57)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Your Next Shift: Using Python & AI for Proactive Library Space Planning (Poster 58)

Poster Presenter: – University of Notre Dame

Poster Author: – University of Notre Dame

Poster Presenter: – University of Notre Dame

Poster Author: – University of Notre Dame

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

What Goes Where? Institutional Repositories vs. Digital Collections (Poster 1)

Poster Presenter: – West Chester University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Developing Collections with Bots: Determining Best Practices for AI-Powered Collection Development (Poster 2)

Poster Presenter: – West Chester University

Poster Author: – West Chester University

Poster Author: – West Chester University Libraries

Poster Author: – West Chester University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

AI and Cataloging: What Do We Know, Three Years In? (Poster 3)

Poster Presenter: – Illinois State University

Poster Author: – Illinois State University

Poster Presenter: – Illinois State University

Poster Author: – Illinois State University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Algorithms in the Stacks: Investigating automated, for-profit collection diversity audits in public libraries (Poster 4)

Poster Presenter: – University of Washington Information School and English Department

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Cataloging Cats and Dogs: Flexible Cataloging Strategies for Diverse, Themed Special Collections (Poster 5)

Poster Presenter: – Tulane University Libraries

Poster Author: – Tulane University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Enhancing Access to Local Publishing Through Intentional Cataloging and Cross-Department Collaboration (Poster 6)

Poster Presenter: – Tulane University Libraries

Poster Author: – Tulane University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

An Equity Audit for Materials Presented to Children, Compared to Census Data (Poster 7)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Archival Ephemera: Redressing the Lasting Legacy of Harm with Art (Poster 8)

Poster Presenter: – St. Joe County Public Library

Poster Author: – St. Joe County Public Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Beyond the Impact Factor: Demonstrating journal value for academic libraries (Poster 9)

Poster Author: – Springer Nature

Poster Presenter: – Springer Nature

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Challenging Conversations: How are Academic Libraries Talking to Users about Collections? (Poster 10)

Poster Presenter:

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Chick lit: a cataloger’s first exploration in critical cataloging (Poster 11)

Poster Presenter: – Snyder County Libraries

Poster Author: – Snyder County Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Does the Library Have Any 'Fun' Books?": Leisure Reading Collections at Academic Libraries (Poster 12)

Poster Presenter: – Auburn University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Ink, Illness, and Information: Building a Graphic Medicine Collection in an Academic Health Sciences Library (Poster 13)

Poster Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Poster Author: – University of Minnesota

Poster Presenter: – University of Minnesota

Poster Author: – University of Minnesota

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Integrating OER and Library Resources to Reduce Textbook Costs at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi (Poster 14)

Poster Presenter: – Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Poster Author: – Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Poster Presenter: – Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Poster Author: – Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Mary Josephine Booth: A Case Study of a Normal School Librarian (Poster 15)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Maximizing mutual benefit: how our Less-Commonly Taught Languages Metadata Internship makes rare language material accessible. (Poster 16)

Poster Presenter: – Library of Congress

Poster Author: – Library of Congress

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Metadata for TTRPGs: Helping Players Find Games (Poster 17)

Poster Presenter: – University of Washington

Poster Author: – University of Washington

Poster Presenter: – University of Washington

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Navigating Public Library Children's Collections: (Poster 18)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Florida

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

No Due Dates, Just Support: Building a No-Return Collection to Support Student Wellness (Poster 19)

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina Upstate

Poster Author: – University of South Carolina Upstate

Poster Presenter: – University of South Carolina Upstate

Poster Author: – University of South Carolina Upstate

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Odd Fellows Cemetery Project: Strengthening Community Relationships Through Restorative and Community-Driven Archiving Practices (Poster 20)

Poster Presenter: – North Little Rock Public Library System

Poster Author: – North Little Rock Public Library System

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Open Rules for Cataloging (Poster 21)

Poster Presenter: – Fresno State

Poster Author: – Fresno State

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Popular History in Libraries: Representation, Circulation, and the Shaping of Historical Memory (Poster 22)

Poster Presenter: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Author: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Presenter: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Poster Author: – Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Pruning the Government Documents Garden: A Guide for Weeding Electronic Government Publications (Poster 23)

Poster Author: – Clemson University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Reading the Gaps: Using Dual Diversity Audits to Build Equitable, Student-Centered Collections (Poster 24)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Revitalizing a Children’s Book Collection in an Academic Library: Time and Purpose (Poster 25)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Sharing the Work of Conservation with the 583 Field (Poster 26)

Poster Presenter: – Library of Congress

Poster Presenter: – Wesleyan University

Poster Author: – Library of Congress

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Small Streams: Acquiring Streaming Video from independent Filmmakers (Poster 27)

Poster Presenter: – Yale University

Poster Author: – Yale University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Smart Cataloging: Tools, Techniques, and AI-Driven Audits for Metadata Excellence (Poster 28)

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Strategies for promoting a subject-specific collection of library materials (Poster 29)

Poster Presenter: – Getty Conservation Institute

Poster Author: – Getty Conservation Institute

Poster Presenter: – JPGETTY

Poster Author: – JPGETTY

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Subject Analysis and Alternative Controlled Vocabularies in Culturally Diverse Archival Collections (Poster 30)

Poster Presenter: – N/A

Poster Author: – N/A

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Sustaining Your Library's Archival Program Even When Your Staffing is Cut! (Poster 31)

Poster Presenter: – Seattle Pacific University

Poster Author: – Seattle Pacific University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The Future of Physical Media: Rethinking Inclusion in Library Collections (Poster 32)

Poster Presenter: – Playaway Products

Poster Author: – Playaway Products

Poster Presenter: – Playaway Products

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

The serials shift: organizational changes and evolving workflows in contemporary print serials processing and cataloging (Poster 33)

Poster Author: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Poster Presenter: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University Libraries

Poster Author: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas, University Libraries

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

This is not a Plantain: the insidious rise of AI-generated print books (Poster 34)

Poster Presenter: – Humboldt County Library

Poster Author: – Humboldt County Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Unlicensing amid the palimpsest: A radical framework for equitable acquisitions (Poster 35)

Poster Presenter: – Boston Library Consortium

Poster Author: – Boston Library Consortium

Poster Author: – Colorado Community College System (CCCS)

Poster Author: – University of Toronto Faculty of Information

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Using AI to Add Tables of Contents and Summaries to Cataloging Records (Poster 36)

Poster Presenter: – Brigham Young University

Poster Author: – Brigham Young University

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

Weeding Eden: Collection Management and Development in the Dewey 200s (Poster 37)

Poster Presenter: – Martin Public Library

Poster Author: – Martin Public Library

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

What is a Jewish Book? (Poster 38)

Poster Presenter: – Montgomery County Public Libraries

Poster Author: – Montgomery County Public Libraries

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Archives at Risk, Communities at Stake: Preserving Immigrant and Diverse Stories in a Polarized Era

Presenter: – Digital Public Library of America

Presenter: – Chicago Public Library

Presenter: – Library Journal

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Beyond the Book: STEAM-Focused Read Alouds and Hands-On Activities for Elementary Librarians and Teachers

Presenter: – Maria P. Walther LLC

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Beyond the Walls: Designing Inclusive and Engaging Outdoor Library Spaces

Presenter: – Luminaut

Presenter: – Sun Prairie Public Library

Moderator: – ReThinking Libraries

Presenter: – JT Engineering

Infrastructure and Planning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Empathy Among the Stars: How Science Fiction Comics and Books Expand Understanding

Presenter: – The Graphic History Company

Presenter: – UC-Riverside

Presenter: – None

Presenter: – Whysteph.com

Moderator: – Sphinx PR

Books and Authors

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Feeding Hope: Empowering Communities through Compassionate Meal Prep in Our Library Kitchen

Presenter: – Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Fighting the Imposter (Syndrome): How Two Teen Librarians Built Community Without The Degree

Presenter: – Vermillion Public Library

Presenter: – Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

From Global to Local: How ALA’s UN Engagement Strengthens Libraries and Communities

Presenter: – Professor and International Library Consultant

Presenter:

Presenter: – University Library, University of Illinois

Presenter:

Presenter: – SustainRT

Outreach and Advocacy

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Growing Entrepreneurs at the Library: Lessons from LEAF (the Libraries for Entrepreneurial Advancement Fellowship)

Moderator: – NC IDEA Foundation

Presenter: – American Library Association

Presenter: – NC LIVE

Presenter: – Durham County Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

New Issues in Academic Acquisitions in a Time of Constant Change and Uncertainty

Presenter: – University of Illinois Chicago

Moderator: – University of Illinois Chicago

Presenter: – University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Presenter: – Louisiana State University Law Center Library

Presenter: – University of Maryland College Park

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Spectrum Scholar Alumni Share Leadership Stories

Presenter: – Baltimore County Public Library

Presenter: – Georgia State University

Presenter: – American Library Association

Moderator: – Cambridge Public Library

Presenter: – University of Maryland

Presenter:

Presenter: – Retired NYC, Boston, & FL School Librarian

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Strategic Planning Reimagined - AI and Gamification in Public Libraries

Presenter: – Center for the Future of Learning and Work

Presenter: – Pueblo City-County Library District

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Supporting Your Neurodiverse Community - Ages 0-12

Presenter: – Arapahoe Libraries

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Teen Services in Bumpy Terrain: A Roadmap

Presenter: – Morley Library/Bloomsbury LU

Presenter: – Calhoun County Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Using generative AI to create hands-on data management learning experiences for students

Presenter: – Vanderbilt University

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Wellbeing Happens Here: Libraries as Catalysts for Campus Care

Presenter: – University of Missouri

Outreach and Advocacy

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT

International Librarians Reception

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT

The Laugh's On Us sponsored by Data Axle Reference Solutions

6:00 PM - 10:30 PM CDT

Newbery-Caldecott-Legacy Awards Banquet

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CDT

ALA Trivia Championship

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Beyond Bookmobiles: Mobile Branches for Equity, Access, and Disaster Readiness

Presenter: – Charlotte County Community Services

Presenter: – Charlotte County Libraries and History

Presenter: – Engberg Anderson Architects

Presenter: – New York University

Moderator: – New York University

Infrastructure and Planning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Beyond the Walls: Designing Inclusive and Interactive Virtual Library Tours for All Learners and Patrons

Presenter: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Moderator: – University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Technology Innovation

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Change Agents: Encouraging Leadership and Advocacy in Students through Storytelling

Moderator: – Baltimore City Public Schools

Presenter: – Middle Grade Fiction

Presenter:

Presenter: – Author

Presenter: – Penguin Young Readers

Books and Authors

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

For Every Player Their Game: Winning Strategies for Recommending Games

Presenter: – University of South Florida

Presenter: – Games & Gaming Round Table

Presenter: – North Central College - Oesterle Library

Moderator: – North Central College - Oesterle Library

Presenter: – Prince William County Schools

Presenter: – Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From Crisis to Coalition: Fighting Censorship in Public Libraries

Presenter: – O'Neal Library

Presenter: – Opelika Public Library

Presenter: – Dothan Houston County Library System

Presenter: – Eufaula Carnegie Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

From Page to Voice: How Audiobooks Connect Authors, Narrators, and Libraries

Moderator: – Sourcebooks

Presenter: – Sourcebooks

Books and Authors

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Government Information Lifeguards: Preserving Public Access to our Nation’s Digital Resources

Presenter: – Free Government Information

Presenter: – Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education

Moderator: – GODORT

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

I’m Not a Robot: AI's Impact on Virtual Reference Interviews

Presenter: – Fort Hays State University

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Instructional Methods to Reach Neurodiverse Students

Presenter: – Montpelier-Roxbury School District

Presenter: – Dyslexic Positive Libraries Initiative

Presenter: – Community College of Vermont and the Vermont State Colleges System Libraries

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Leading with Equity: Reimagining Library Leadership for Today’s Challenges

Presenter: – LeRoy Thompson & Associates LLC

Careers, Leadership, and Management

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Libraries and Book Fairs Building a Reading Culture in the United Arab Emirates

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Libraries Disrupting the School to Prison Pipeline

Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Presenter: – Brooklyn Public Library

Moderator: – School of Information Studies, Queens College, CUNY

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Service in Every Square Foot: The Hidden Labor of Library Spaces

Presenter: – University of Pittsburgh

Presenter: – University of Alabama at Birmingham

Presenter: – Syracuse University

Presenter: – University of Alaska Anchorage

Programs and Services

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

Supersize Your Friends Group: Fundraising , Connections, and Fun!

Presenter: – Friends of Meriden Library

Presenter: – Friends of the Meriden Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

The Librarian Advantage: Leading AI Transformation in Your School Community

Presenter: – Digital Promise

Presenter: – Digital Promise Global

Teaching and Learning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT

The State of Diversity Audits of Public Library Collections

Presenter: – Bates College, Diverse BookFinder

Moderator: – San Diego State University

Presenter: – Wartburg College, Indiana University

Presenter: – University of Washington Information School and English Department

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

SRRT's Chair's Program: Promoting Health Equity & Medical Diversity, a Film Screening and Discussion of "The Calling: A Medical School Journey"

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

After the Departure: Leading Libraries Through Unsettled Transitions

Presenter: – Oak Park Public Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Design for All: How Universal Access Enhances Every Library User's Experience

Presenter: – St. Mary's County Library

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Fostering Belonging: Translating Data into Inclusive Teaching Practices

Presenter: – Santa Clara University

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Diaries to Data: Mining Library and Archival Collections for Climate History

Presenter: – UCLA

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

From Idea to Airwaves: Student-Run Podcasting as Authentic Learning

Presenter: – @thenextgenlibrarian

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Generative AI and Librarianship: Teaching Information Literacy for AI Tools

Presenter: – Chicago State University

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Indigenous Inclusion in Idaho Libraries and Beyond: A Library Staff Training for All

Presenter: – University of Washington Information School

Presenter: – Idaho Commission for Libraries

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Libraries as Bridges: Connecting Families with Early Intervention Programs

Presenter: – Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Making the Most of Milestones: Golden Opportunities in Library Fundraising

Moderator: – The Alternative School for Math and Science

Presenter: – Towson University

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Relationship-Centered Teen Outreach That Makes a Difference: Period Products, Juvenile Detention, and School Partnerships

Presenter: – Metropolitan Library System

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Shelf to Story: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Authors

Presenter: – Co/Lab Capacity LLC

Presenter: – The Collective Book Studio

Moderator: – Independent Book Publishers Association

Presenter: – She Writes Press

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Special Education Students Explore the Library with a Map, Self-regulation Tools, and a Library Journal!

Presenter: – Developmental Texts

Teaching and Learning

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

The AI Playground: How to Offer a Hands-On Workshop for Your Community

Presenter: – Missouri School for the Blind

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Trusted Voices, Public Choices: Librarians on the Ballot

Presenter: – University of Utah J. Willard Marriott Library

Presenter: – Hoboken Public Library

Presenter: – Conneaut Public Library

Outreach and Advocacy

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Welcoming Every Child: Cultivating Inclusivity in Your Library and Growing Your Own Skills

Presenter: – Mount Prospect Public Library

Presenter: – Kirkus Reviews

Moderator: – Portland (Maine) Public Library

Presenter: – Play Scouts PreK

Presenter: – University of Wisconsin — Madison

Programs and Services

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

What does it take to be a leader?: Reflections from library leaders of color

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

(Re)Building Community: Cultivating a Thriving School Library from Scratch

Presenter: – Morton Ranch High School

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

AI Beyond the Hype: Showcasing How Library Professionals Use Generative AI

Moderator: – Old Dominion University

Moderator: – American University Library

Presenter: – Vanderbilt University

Presenter:

Presenter: – Long Island Library Resources Council

Presenter: – University of South Florida Libraries

Presenter: – Tulane University Libraries

Presenter: – J. Willard Marriott Library, University of Utah

Moderator:

Technology Innovation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Be the BEST Public Library Trustee You Can Be

Presenter: – Illinois HeartlandLibrary System

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Compassion Fatigue and Burnout Among Library Workers - And How to Combat It

Presenter: – Eastern Michigan University

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

From Compliance to Inclusion: Redesigning Asynchronous Learning Content with Universal Design Principles

Presenter: – The University of Alabama

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

From Deluxe Editions to Digital Lending: Navigating Manga Formats for Every Collection and Every Reader

Moderator: – MSX: Mangasplaining Extra, Kodansha

Books and Authors

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

From Stalled to Built: Navigating Library Capital Projects with Optimism and Consensus

Moderator: – BVH Architecture

Presenter: – MSR Design

Presenter: – City of Columbus, Nebraska

Presenter: – Lincoln City Libraries

Infrastructure and Planning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Lessons Learned from New Jersey’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Roadmap Project

Presenter: – Heal Inc LLC

Moderator: – LibraryLinkNJ, The New Jersey Library Cooperative

Careers, Leadership, and Management

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Library Advocacy for Everyone: Simple Steps to Grow Your Stakeholders and Fight for Your Library

Outreach and Advocacy

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Living Archives: Immersive Virtual Reality Discovery Spaces for Libraries and Special Collections

Presenter: – Nexaverse Group

Presenter: – San Jose State University

Presenter: – San Jose State University School of Information

Moderator: – San Jose State University School of Information

Presenter: – XR Libraries

Presenter: – Nexaverse Group

Technology Innovation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Main Stage Speaker: Billy Porter

Speaker:

Sponsored By

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Making Room on the Rug: Research Driven, Doable in Real Life

Presenter: – Memphis Public Libraries

Presenter: – N/A

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Teen Science Cafes: Exploring the importance of Youth Led Youth Programming

Presenter: – STEM Next Opportunity Fund/Teen Science Cafe

Presenter: – Dayton Metro Library

Programs and Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

The Digital Public Goods Library: Preserving the Past to Ensure the Future

Presenter: – Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education

Moderator: – Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Transformative Learning in the Library: A Participatory ESOL Model from Queens Public Library

Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Moderator: – Queens Public Library

Presenter: – Queens Public Library

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM CDT

Trapped in 1984: An Escape-Room for Information Literacy in an Age of AI and Misinformation

Presenter: – The Ohio state University Libraries

Presenter: – Ohio State University

Teaching and Learning

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

ALSC Charlemae Hill Rollins President’s Program - Picture Books for All: Celebrating the Joy of Visual Literacy

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Gala Author Tea

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

“That Guy”: Addressing Patron Sexual Harassment in Reference Services

Presenter: – San Juan College

Moderator: – San Juan College

Presenter: – Northwestern University Libraries

Presenter: – Prince George's County Memorial Library System

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Amplifying Services for Incarcerated People: Key Findings from Expanding Information Access for Incarcerated People

Presenter: – San Francisco Public Library

Presenter: – American Library Association

Outreach and Advocacy

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Beyond Borders, Within Reach: The Fulbright Specialist Experience for Librarians

Presenter: – Dalton State College

Presenter: – Illinois State University

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Beyond Storytime: Community-Driven Bilingual Programs that Empower Families

Presenter: – Downey City Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Civics in Our Communities: A Nonpartisan Exploration of Civic Principles

Presenter: – National Constitution Center

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Finding a Middle Ground: Ethical AI Use in Libraries

Presenter: – Columbus Metropolitan Library

Technology Innovation

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Libraries as Rapid Conveners: Building Multi-Sector Partnerships in Times of Urgent Community Need

Presenter: – St. Louis County Library

Outreach and Advocacy

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Makerspaces for All: Creating Inclusive and Accessible Spaces

Presenter: – Library Makers

Presenter: – Henrico County Public Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Meeples and Metrics: Curating a Tabletop Game Collection Using Data-Informed Strategies

Presenter: – Murray State University

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Navigating Disability in the Academic Library Workplace

Presenter: – University of Wyoming Libraries

Moderator: – University of Wyoming Libraries

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Our America, Our Stories: Collecting and Preserving Immigrant Histories

Moderator: – University of Delaware

Presenter: – University of Illinois Chicago

Presenter: – Vasa Order of America National Archives

Collections, Access, and Technical Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Protecting Our Right to Read: Historic and Current Court Cases

Presenter: – Freedom to Read Foundation

Careers, Leadership, and Management

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Public Libraries React to Transphobia

Presenter: – Boise Public Library

Programs and Services

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Sound Thinking: Designing and Managing Acoustic Environments in Today’s Libraries

Presenter: – Calvin University

Moderator: – Cal State LA

Presenter: – Verona Carpenter Architects PLLC

Presenter: – Trinity Consultants, Inc. (formerly Cerami)

Presenter: – University of Utah, Eccles Health Sciences Library

Infrastructure and Planning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Stories That Inspire: Leadership, Literacy, and Civic Engagement - CSKBART Chair's Program

Presenter: – CSKBART

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

Talking to AI: Building Better Research Topics in First-Year Writing

Presenter: – Indiana University Kokomo

Teaching and Learning

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM CDT

The Early-Career Resilience Toolkit: Collective Strategies for Thriving in Academic Libraries

Presenter: – California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt Library

Presenter: – Cal Poly Humboldt Library

Careers, Leadership, and Management

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT

Closing General Session featuring Wayne Brady

Speaker:

Moderator:

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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT

ALA Inauguration Celebration