Lorraine Haricombe is retiring after nearly 11 years leading the University of Texas Libraries. In this inspiring interview, she reflects on a career spanning two continents, her passion for open access, and advice for future library leaders. Discover Lorraine’s perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing research libraries today. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eSuPn3Qh #LeadingARLLibraries #ARLupdates #LibraryLeadership #OpenAccess
Association of Research Libraries
Libraries
Washington, DC 8,900 followers
Advancing an equitable, enduring research information environment
About us
The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is a nonprofit organization of research libraries in Canada and the US whose vision is to create a trusted, equitable, and inclusive research and learning ecosystem and prepare library leaders to advance this work in strategic partnership with member libraries and other organizations worldwide. ARL’s mission is to empower and advocate for research libraries and archives to shape, influence, and implement institutional, national, and international policy. ARL develops the next generation of leaders and enables strategic cooperation among partner institutions to benefit scholarship and society. ARL is on the web at ARL.org.
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http://www.arl.org
External link for Association of Research Libraries
- Industry
- Libraries
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, DC
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1932
- Specialties
- public policy, diversity and leadership, publications, and data and analytics
Locations
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Primary
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1025 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 1200
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at Association of Research Libraries
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Andrew Pace
Executive Director, Association of Research Libraries
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Katherine Klosek
Director of Information Policy and Federal Relations at Association of Research Libraries
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Duane Webster
ARL Executive Director Emeritus at Association of Research Libraries
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John B.
Executive Director at Association of Southeastern Research Libraries
Updates
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Harriette Hemmasi, dean of Georgetown University Libraries, reflects on her remarkable journey as she prepares to step down after seven years of leadership. In a candid conversation, she shares career lessons, management insights, and advice for aspiring leaders in academic libraries. Discover her perspective on the evolving role of libraries, the challenges ahead, and what inspires her most about librarianship. #LeadingARLLibraries #ARLupdates #WomenInLibraries #AcademicLibraries
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Exciting leadership news from the University of Guelph! We're excited to celebrate amanda etches on the appointment of university librarian, effective April 21. Join us in congratulating her, and the entire University of Guelph community on this amazing milestone. #LeadingARLLibraries #ARLupdates #Leadership #AcademicLibraries #HigherEd #UniversityOfGuelph #WomenInLeadership
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How do “protect‑the‑kids” laws shape what everyone can read online? Not sure? Katherine Klosek's latest article in #ThePoliticalLibrarian explores this question and more. She takes readers on a deep dive, tracing the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and today’s state‑level bills that use vague terms such as “harmful to minors” to justify mandatory filters—often overblocking constitutionally protected #FreeSpeech. Klosek also offers a practical framework to help librarians evaluate new legislation and defend intellectual freedom while still promoting online safety. It’s a worthwhile read for policy teams, library leaders, and anyone tracking digital‑rights trends. #ARLAdvocacy
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🚀 Curious about how machine-actionable data management plans (DMPs) can transform research at your institution? Have you heard the term “machine actionable” but aren’t quite sure what it means or why it matters? Looking for innovative ways to ease the burden on researchers and administrators? Join us for a free webinar series exploring real-world projects from U.S. institutions that piloted cutting-edge, machine-actionable DMPs. Led by the California Digital Library (CDL) and the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Machine Actionable Plans (MAP) Pilot initiative empowered universities to: ✅ Improve research and IT system integration ✅ Streamline compliance and best practice adoption ✅ Enhance the usability of DMP tools This series is designed for: 📚 Librarians 💼 Research administrators 🛠️ Data managers & IT professionals 🔐 Information security teams 💡 Get inspired by what institutions did, how they did it, and what they learned. Technical sessions will also explore the DMP Tool API and practical implementation tips. 📄 Read the one-page overview or watch the intro video before joining. 🔗 [https://lnkd.in/eCJz3Gz7] #DataManagement #OpenScience #MachineActionableDMPs #ResearchSupport #HigherEdInnovation #ARL #CDL #MAPPilot #IMLS #ARLUpdates
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This week, we joined Coalition for Networked Information in honoring the life and enduring legacy of #CliffordLynch, who served as executive director of #CNI from 1997 until his passing.
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This week, we joined Coalition for Networked Information in honoring the life and enduring legacy of #CliffordLynch, who served as the executive director of #CNI from 1997 until his passing. Share your comments, fond memories, and impactful stories with us and the Coalition for Networked Information.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Clifford Lynch, a visionary leader in the field of networked information and libraries, and the esteemed executive director of CNI since 1997. He has left an indelible mark on the information technology, higher education, and library communities. Known for his kindness, warmth, and humble disposition, Lynch was highly skilled at fostering connections across organizations, sectors, and professions. His tireless commitment and visionary leadership will have an enduring impact and will continue to inspire future generations. Our thoughts are with his wife Cecilia Preston and his loved ones; he will be greatly missed. More information about Cliff and his work is available at: https://lnkd.in/eXEqXM85
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🎓 Are you an #IBPOC grad student dreaming of a meaningful future in research libraries or archives? Great news — the ARL #Kaleidoscope Program is designed just for you! Make plans to join our April 14 info session, because we’re now accepting applications for our 2025 cohort. This two-year journey includes: ✔️ Up to $10,000 in tuition support ✔️ Up to $2,000 of professional development ✔️ Peer mentoring ✔️ Educational site visits & symposiums This is more than just a scholarship — it’s a community. 🗓️ Apply by the May 13 deadline 🔗 arl.org/kaleidoscope #IBPOC #KaleidoscopeProgram #ARLUpdates
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On March 25, ARL Director of Research Policy and Scholarship Marcel LaFlamme made the case for robust, stable support for the research enterprise at the annual Consortium of Social Science Associations (COSSA) Social Science Advocacy Day. #ARLupdates #NewsYouCanUse
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This week, the Association of Research Libraries joined the National Humanities Alliance (NHA) and others in standing-up to the Trump Administration's efforts in targeting the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Share widely with your network, and visit the NHA's website (https://lnkd.in/epHPx-_F) to learn how your actions can help to save NEH.