It's almost time! #2026ALAO Conference proposal submissions are due Friday, April 24th.
Oct. 29th-30th, 2026 • OCLC Conference Center, Dublin, OH
The conference planning committee encourages thoughtful, timely proposals from all areas of library work.
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#2026ALAO Call for Proposals is now open!
The ALAO conference planning committee invites you to submit proposals for the 52nd Annual Conference, Preserving the Past, Empowering the Future: Ohio Academic Libraries.
Submission Deadline: Friday April 24th, 2026
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Drum roll please ....
The 2026 ALAO CPC is excited to announce our conference theme:
Preserving the Past, Empowering the Future
Ohio Academic Libraries
Save the dates:
📅 October 29 - 30, 2026
📍 Conference Center at OCLC, Dublin, OH
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Meet the 2026 ALAO Conference Planning Committee!
We're excited for you to see what we have in store our conference this year!
Coming soon ...
Conference Theme Announcement
2026 ALAO Conference Website
Call for Proposals
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Event covers topics relevant to the current state of academic librarianship in Ohio. It is free and intended to be a welcoming space for open dialogue, reflection, and idea-sharing. Registration is available, but not required.
Link to ALAO website: www.alaoweb.org/event-6619054
The ALAO conference planning committee is already preparing for our next great event. In the coming weeks we will share the 2026 Conference theme & logo! Follow us for updates.
📅 October 29 - 30, 2026
📍 OCLC Conference Center • 6600 Kilgour Place • Dublin, OH
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Let's get social, ALAO!
Thursday, 11/36
6 - 9 p.m.
Getaway Brewing
108 N High Street, Dublin, Ohio
Join us for hors d'oeuvres, conversation, and lovely surroundings. Have dinner at one of the delicious nearby restaurants and then join us for the social!
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#2025ALAO Conference Schedule • 11/7/25
8 - 9 a.m. • Registration & Breakfast
9-9:50 a.m • Keynote
10-10:50 a.m.• Session 1
11-11:50 a.m. • Session 2
12-2 p.m. • Lunch & Awards • Exhibitors, Posters, & IGs
1- 4:30 p.m. • Snack
2:10-3 p.m. • Session 3
3:10-4:00 p.m. • Session 4
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2025 ALAO Pre-Conference Workshop!
Launchpad to Systematic Reviews: Evidence Synthesis Crash Course for Your Library
Registration and Coffee: 9 - 10 am
Morning Session: 10 a.m. - Noon
Lunch: Noon - 1 p.m.
Afternoon Session: 1:15 - 4pm
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🚗 Ready to get on the road?
More Info @ Map & Directions
conference-center.oclc.org/map-and-dire...
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FREE In-Person Event!
Location: Convention Center @ OCLC Dublin, OH
Start Time: Thurs 11-6 @ 3pm
Room: 6
This is an Free Open event, whether you are attending the ALAO Conference the next day or not you are welcome to attend this event!
OCLC will be hosting a tour of their facilities on November 7, from 10:00–11:30 AM.
Only 18 spots remain! If you have interest please fill out the form below by 11/5:
www.oclc.org/oclc-forms/e...
(A government issued ID will be required for those that want to participate)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Friday, October 17, 2025
It's not too late! Resister for the ALAO Conference by 10/17.
See you there!
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Friday, October 17, 2025
It's not too late! Resister for the ALAO Pre-conference by 10/17.
See you there!
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#2025ALAO The deadline is approaching fast!
BOOK YOUR ROOM BY OCTOBER 8, 2025
Rooms are available at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus, Dublin located at 5100 Upper Metro Place, Dublin, OH 43017.
🔗 2025 ALAO Conference link in bio
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ALAO Newsletter
Vol. 44 no. 3 (Sept. 2025)
🔗Newsletter Link in Bio
President's Report
Past President's Report
Get Involved with ALAO
ALAO Statement of Support IMLS
ALAO Librarian Mentoring Program
Member Spotlight
Interest Group News
Membership Report
People & Library News
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Did you know? 📍The 2025 ALAO Conference program and program grid are available online.
Explore presentations and poster session abstracts and review the conference schedule.
Conference Program
tinyurl.com/ALAOprogram
Program Grid
tinyurl.com/ConfGrid25
We can't wait to see you!
Register now.
INTEREST GROUP LISTENING SESSIONS: Assessment | Scholarly Communications | Community & 2-Year College Library
Your voice matters! Join us on Thursday for an open space to share ideas, connect with peers, and set priorities together.
September 25, 2025 from 10 - 11 AM at bit.ly/4mM3QuZ
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Please submit nominations for the Jay Ladd Distinguished Service Award online @ tinyurl.com/ALAO-JayLadd
Please submit nominations for the Kathryn Venditti Mentoring Award online @ tinyurl.com/ALAO-Venditti
Nominations close Friday, October 10, 2025.
ALAO New Member/1st Time Attendee Conference Grant
Application Link: tinyurl.com/ALAO1stConf
Applications are due: Sept 8, 2025
Applicants must be a current member of ALAO. This grant prioritizes those who have become a member within the last 12 months or are 1st time attendees.
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ALAO 2025/26 Executive Board
Visit the ALAO website for additional information about the 2025/26 ALAO Executive Board.
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NOTSL & ALAO will hold a joint Virtual Event, on Friday, August 14, 2025 from 2-3pm. All are welcome! Public Library workers, Tech Services Staff, Academic and Special Librarians, if you need some community right now we are here for you.
Visit tinyurl.com/0825LLC to register
#2025ALAO Conference Registration Now Open
Join us! In-person & online registration options available.
Take advantage of the early bird rates!
Mission Possible: Libraries as Launchpads to Success • November 7, 2025
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Pre-Conference Workshop Registration Open
Launchpad to Systematic Reviews • November 6, 2025
Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to equip academic librarians with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to support and lead evidence synthesis projects.
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#2025ALAO Registration is open
Take advantage of conference Early Bird Rates, register to attend in-person by September 19, 2025.
ALAO Conference • Mission Possible: Libraries as Launchpads to Success • November 7, 2025
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The 2025 ALAO Conference Planning Committee is excited to announce the #2025ALAO PreConference Workshop and featured speaker.
Hanna Schmillen is the Assistant Dean for Research and Education Services at Ohio University Libraries
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ALAO invites applications for the support staff grant to aid students & library staff attending the ALAO Annual Conference.
Support Staff Conference Grant 2025 Application
tinyurl.com/SSIG-Grant
Grant applications open on August 1, 2025 and close August 22, 2025.
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Today is ALAO's Board retreat, an annual leadership meeting for newly elected officers. This year's board retreat is at OhioNet, Westerville, OH. www.ohionet.org
Learn more about ALAO's executive board on our website. 🔗Link in bio.
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The 2025 ALAO Conference Planning Committee is excited to announce the #2025ALAO Keynote Speaker:
Ione T. Damasco (they/them) is the Associate Dean for Inclusive Excellence & Organizational Development at the University of Dayton Libraries.
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ALAO Newsletter
Vol. 44 no. 2 (June 2025)
newsletter.alaoweb.org
Now available, this issue includes:
President's Report
2025 Election Results
Conference Planning Update
Membership Report
Research Grant Winner
Interest Group News
People & Library News
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