Association of Research Libraries

📢 Public Policy Briefing – June 2025: Key Updates and Advocacy Priorities 📢 Stay informed about the latest developments in public policy affecting research libraries and higher education. The June 2025 Public Policy Briefing provides crucial insights on legislative efforts and advocacy priorities. Learn how these changes will impact the library community and academic research. 🔗 Read the full briefing https://lnkd.in/ehxMcZAZ #ARLPolicyBriefing #Advocacy #Libraries #HigherEducation #ResearchLibraries

🌍 Impacting #ScholarlyCommunication: From Cells to Society 🌍 Explore how scholarly communication is evolving to address critical issues—from life sciences to societal challenges. This blog post delves into the role of research libraries in advancing knowledge and shaping the future of scholarly communication across disciplines. Read more here. #ResearchLibraries #AcademicExcellence #ScienceToSociety #LibraryImpact #ARLImpactReports

🌟 Reflecting on a Remarkable Career: Judy Ruttenberg speaks with Gale Etschmaier about her journey in libraries and the profession 🌟 Gale Etschmaier reflects on her distinguished career in the library profession, sharing insights and experiences that have shaped her path. Her contributions to the field have left a lasting impact, and her story serves as inspiration for current and future library professionals. 🔗 Read Gale’s full reflection here #LibraryLeadership #CareerReflection #LibraryProfession #Inspiration #WomenInLibraries #LeadingARLLibraries

"Libraries are pillars of democracy," says Dr. Carla Hayden in this extraordinary interview, as "institutions in every community that allow anyone to come in and access knowledge." https://lnkd.in/e3EEFX6v

Come join an awesome team at the Association of Research Libraries. Our work is more important than ever!

🎤 “And I am telling you, I’m NOT going!” – A.I. might not be that easy to shut down. Researchers suggest A.I. could sabotage shutdown commands, blackmail engineers, or even copy itself to external servers to ensure its survival. Is this the future of A.I.? 🔗 Read more https://lnkd.in/gjaD9g96 #AI #TechNews #ArtificialIntelligence #AIethics #SurvivalMode #TechFuture

🌟 Exciting #Career Opportunity at the Association of Research Libraries! 🌟 Are you passionate about driving impactful change in diversity, equity, and inclusion? The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is actively recruiting for a Director of #Diversity, #Equity, and #Inclusion to join our team! As a leader in this pivotal role, you will work to champion ARL's commitment to creating a more equitable and inclusive research environment across the library and academic communities. If you have a deep understanding of DEI principles and a passion for fostering inclusive excellence, we want to hear from you! #ARLupdates

The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) gathered in Minneapolis for the 186th Association Meeting to discuss a pressing theme: trust. In a time when public trust in institutions is eroding, research libraries are uniquely positioned to restore confidence. This year’s meeting highlighted how libraries can play a pivotal role in strengthening public trust in information, science, and the research enterprise. Read the full article to capture the takeaways from the meeting here #Libraries #PublicTrust #ResearchLibraries #ARL #HigherEducation #AI #Leadership #Trust

Our executive director, Andrew Pace, was quoted in an article about Dr. Carla Hayden's removal from the Library of Congress.  #ARLInTheNews https://lnkd.in/eMg2xdYR

🌟Its Fair Use Friday! Today, we are kicking off a new weekly series celebrating the vital role fair use plays in creativity, innovation and our everyday life. This week, we honor the late Justice David Souter, former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, for his pivotal role in strengthening fair use and balanced copyright in the digital age. In 1994, Justice Souter authored the majority opinion in Campbell v. Acuff-Rose Music, a landmark case that reaffirmed transformative uses, even commercial ones, can qualify as fair use. On our first #FairUseFriday, we recognize Justice Souter’s legacy in safeguarding creative freedom, freedom of expression, and innovation.