Virtual Meet-Ups
Chat with other library workers to share tips, ask questions, and talk about your experiences. Libraries are diverse work environments and there are lots of special work areas within the field.
None of the virtual meet-ups will be recorded. This is a safe, judgement-free space, to network and speak openly.
Exploring the New Digital Repository and Digitization Studio at the NJ State Library
Register for the event on 6/25/24 at 2 p.m. here!
Program Description: The New Jersey State Library has a legislative mandate to collect, preserve, and make accessible New Jersey State publications. In 1796, that meant preserving items useful to the Legislature. In the centuries since, it has come to mean preserving items useful to State government and the public. Today, the State Library’s collections are open to all, but accessibility is largely achieved through digitization and digital access. Come join Caitlyn Cook of the State Library as she explores the digital collections and discusses the digitization efforts currently underway.
Presenter Bio: Caitlyn Cook (she/her) is the librarian responsible for the New Jersey State Library’s State publication collections and digital projects. She oversees the print collections, digitization studio, and digital repository. She has a strong passion for removing access barriers through digitization and is always looking for ways to make more content available to the public. She holds degrees in archaeology, ancient history, and library science. She came to the State Library from the Ocean County College Library and before that, the National Park Service. She lives in New Jersey with her wife and two hyperactive cats.
Become a Virtual NJALA Presenter!
Are you interested in becoming a virtual presenter?
- Do you need to place to test a planned presentation on a captive audience?
- Want to collaborate with other library workers on an assigned topic?
- NJALA is here to help you do it!
The New Jersey Association of Library Assistants hosts monthly virtual presentations on a variety of topics relevant to library workers. We are seeking virtual presenters to speak on many topics.
Please fill out the questionnaire below to submit a presentation proposal. Email [email protected] with questions and our Digital Liaison, Crystal Hooper, will get back to you.
Want to present more than one topic? Fill out this form individually for each presentation idea!
“NJALA provides a virtual presentation environment for all library workers. Looking to practice your presentation? Interested in sharing your insights and best practices on a topic? Want to hone your presentation skills? Let NJALA know what you need and we’ll schedule you a session.”
Crystal Hooper, NJALA Digital Liaison
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