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Libraries as Partners for Emergency Preparedness and Response in Times of Crisis

cala posterimls_final52025.pdf
Libraries as Partners for Emergency Preparedness in Times of Crisis is a two-year project (Aug. 2023-Jul. 2025) funded via the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) National Leadership Grants for Libraries program [LG-254819-OLS-23]. It…

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Evaluating the Feasibility of Automation in Library Reference Services Using LLM-Driven Text Classification

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Academic libraries are increasingly exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline reference services and provide support beyond standard operating hours. This study proposes a structured framework for identifying which types of…

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AI-Powered Chat Service for Teaching and Learning

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This poster will present our interdisciplinary initiative to develop a new 24/7 chat service using a chatbot model in an academic library. The primary goal of this chatbot service is to help students and faculty find open textbooks across various…

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A Shared Journey: Enhancing ELL Success Through Family Involvement in School Library Programs

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English Language Learners (ELLs) face unique challenges in academic achievement, often compounded by limited family engagement due to language and cultural barriers. This poster presents a collaborative initiative titled "A Shared Journey", which…

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Public Libraries in Bridging the Digital Divide

Presentation at the 2024 CALA Midwest Annual Conference

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Fan Cataloging Practices: From Fan Fiction Database to Library Catalog

Presentation at the 2024 CALA Midwest Annual Conference

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Publish or Perish: Escape Room Edition

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Slide presentation recounting Emma Bekele and Angel Tang's efforts to develop and run an escape room for undergraduate students

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