Association of Research Libraries

🌟 Calling all senior and emerging leaders in research libraries and archives! The 2025 ARL Leadership Fellows Program is now accepting applications. This 13-month hybrid experience includes summits, site visits, coaching, and mentoring to prepare you for executive leadership. 🗓️ Info Session: May 12 at 2pm EDT 📝 Deadline: June 12 🔗 Learn more at the link in bio or visit: https://lnkd.in/efFzqQqQ #LibraryLeaders #ARLupdates #LeadershipDevelopment #LibraryCareer #ARLLeadersProgram

Less than 10% of global publications are accessible to readers with perceptual disabilities — but it doesn't have to stay that way. In a new guest post for The Scholarly Kitchen, experts from ARL, Elsevier, Canadian Association of Research Libraries - Association des bibliothèques de recherche du Canada, and University of Florida Libraries outline seven practical strategies libraries and publishers can implement to make content born-accessible from the start. Read how legislation, metadata, technology, and community engagement can drive meaningful change. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gNu-NBjE #Accessibility #BornAccessible #Libraries #PublishingEquity #ARLupdates #ARLAdvocacy University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

🎬 The 10th Annual ARLIES Film Festival was a celebration of creativity, storytelling, and the power of libraries to connect and inspire. Held during the ARL Spring Association Meeting in Minneapolis and streamed live via the ARL YouTube channel, the festival showcased 29 outstanding videos created by ARL member institutions. 🏆 Congratulations to this year’s award winners! • Best Collections-Focused: LSU Libraries — Descendants of African American Poet Discover their Roots • Best Development/Fundraising: KU Libraries — Rhapsody in Jayhawk Blue • Best Free-Form: UW Libraries — Barbie Edition Student Guide • Best How-To/Instruction: Duke Libraries — How to Find a Book in the Stacks • Best Publicity/Marketing: UCSB Libraries — Gen Z–Scripted Tour • Best Reflection of Inclusion: U-M Library — What We Have to Offer • Best Production: Texas A&M Libraries — Antarctica’s Wonders • Best Humor & Performance: UF Libraries — Speed Tour • Best Picture: Emory Libraries — breathe. 👏 Thank you to all participants and voters! 🔗 Watch the highlights and winning entries on ARL’s YouTube #ARLIES #ARLFilmFestival #AcademicLibraries #LibraryInnovation #LibraryMarketing #ARLIESFilmFestival

Happening in five minutes!!! We will announce the winners of the 2025 #ARLIESFilmFestival, join us 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eC7UByV9

In roughly one hour, we will announce the winners of the 2025 #ARLIESFilmFestival, join us 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eC7UByV9

We’re thrilled to share that Kristina Rose has been named Dean of Libraries at New York University, effective May 1, 2025! With over 20 years of service at NYU and a deep commitment to library innovation, Kristina brings a wealth of leadership experience to the role. Learn more about her inspiring journey: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ewCxu2Ei #ARLMemberInstitutionNews #ARLupdates #LeadingARLLibraries

Happening now #ArliesFilmFestival! Join us live via https://lnkd.in/euJ543nw

Join us for the 10th Annual #ARLIESFilmFestival, starting in 30 minutes!!

Dean Judith Russell reflects on her 18 years of leadership at the University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries. From her early days in libraries to pivotal moments in shaping research libraries, Judy has made a lasting impact. Her advice for aspiring leaders: ask questions, speak up, and never stop learning. Read her full interview on her career journey and views on the future of librarianship here: https://lnkd.in/eVtqQJdw #Librarianship #Leadership #UniversityLibraries #CareerReflections #LeadingARLLibraries #ARLupdates University of Florida

We're moments away from the start of the 186 Association of Research Libraries Meeting in #Minneapolis, Minnesota