Effective Telephone Interviews for LIS Job-Seekers

Telephone interviews are an increasingly common avenue for LIS employers to conduct a "get-to-know-you" session before inviting applicants to in-person or video interviews. ALA's Library Leadership and Management Association (LLAMA), in conjunction with the New Professionals LIS Outreach Team, will be hosting a free webinar on effective telephone interviewing on Friday, June 5, 10-11 a.m. Register for the webinar here…

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Natalie Portman – Closing Session Speaker at ALA Virtual!

Hello everyone! The American Library Association announced today that Academy Award-winning actress, author, and activist Natalie Portman will be the closing session speaker at ALA Virtual this June. You can read the announcement here.

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SAASC Online Panel Discussion with Archivists from Blizzard Entertainment

Online Panel Discussion with Archivists from Blizzard Entertainment Hosted by SAASC, the Society of American Archivists Student Chapter When: May 15, 2020 01:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)  Register in advance for this online event: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYsd-6grz0pG9PQIrL3KR1dv1PqZfGc1SbA  Please join us for a virtual meet-up with archivists from Blizzard Entertainment on Friday, May 15, 1-2pm. Our guest archivists, including iSchool alumna…

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ALASC Virtual End of Semester Happy Hour!

ALASC Virtual End of Semester Happy Hour! This semester has been ROUGH. Join the ALASC for a virtual happy hour to decompress after finals and have some fun with your classmates. Feel free to indulge in your favorite happy hour beverages and snacks as we socialize. Quarantine haircuts, curious pets and background family members are all welcome. We hope to…

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Elections are now open for SJSU ALASC’s Student Leadership Team!

The ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) is excited to announce the opening of our Elections voting for the 2020-2021 academic year!  We have a wonderful group of candidates available for selection. Every student in the SJSU iSchool (including newly-enrolled students) is automatically an ALASC member, so every student can participate in the voting process! >> Please click here to cast your…

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