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Promises, Promises: How Selected Labor Issues Are Likely To Fare under an Obama Administration and Democratic Congress
By Christine Martin
January 20, the Inauguration Day of President-Elect Barack Obama, will mark the first time since 1994 that Democrats have controlled the White House and both houses of Congress. Historically the Democratic Party has supported labor on any number of issues, but budgets are tight and Obama may want to work with business groups as well as labor unions. In fact, because Democrats did not acquire the 60 Senate seats needed to bring a question to a vote in that body, Democrats still will have to work with Republicans and others who support employer interests, business and employer groups on a number of labor issues. MORE
Las Vegas–Area School Librarians Likely Safe for Now
American Libraries: November 21, 2008
The elimination of 105 middle and high school librarian positions has been proposed as part of the solution to a $120-million shortfall at Clark County (Nev.) School District, but following two heated public meetings, it appears likely that other areas of school funding will be cut to balance the budget. MORE
I want to write about Career Advancement!
ASCLA Award Nominations Due Dec. 15
CHICAGO—Don’t miss out on an opportunity to recognize a colleague or project for contributions to the library professions represented by the Association for Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA). MORE
Florida State University Supports ALA’s Diversity Efforts in the Library Profession
CHICAGO - The Florida State University College of Information will provide matching funds for tuition to Letitia Bulic and Deidra Garcia, 2008 American Library Association (ALA) Spectrum Scholarship winners. MORE
I want to write about Certification!
LSSCP to Proceed One Year Ahead of Schedule; Fall 2008 Meeting Addresses Revised Timeline, Assessment Recommendations
By Jamie Bragg
On October 30 and 31, 2008, the Library Support Staff Advisory Committee gathered to discuss progress on the Library Support Staff Certification Program (LSSCP). During the two meetings, held at the American Library Association in Chicago, the Advisory Committee heard reports on topics including the LSSCP Project’s revised timeline; assessment recommendations; and policies and procedures. MORE
I want to write about HR Law!
FMLA Regulations Issued; Effective January 16, 2009
By Kelly A. Hayden, JD, Assistant General Counsel
Reprinted with permission from the Management Association of Illinois’s Web site, www.hrsource.org. The article was posted on November 20, 2008.
Employers have waited a long time. After receiving notification from the Department of Labor in February of 2008 that the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) regulations would be revised, the Department issued regulations on November 17, 2008. Following a 60-day publication period, the regulations are due to take effect on January 16, 2009. The regulations are helpful, in that they provide further guidance with respect to the new family military leave amendments to the FMLA, enacted in January of 2008. On the other hand, they constitute the first major revisions to the FMLA since it was enacted in 1993. Therefore, they will significantly impact the way employers handle employee leaves. MORE
I want to write about HR Practice!
What Golf and the Stock Market Can Teach Us about Becoming a Better Manager
By Julius Rhodes
Playing golf can be infuriating. Anyone can hit a good shot, but the key to really mastering the game is the ability to hit a good shot time and time again. It has been said that while life is a game, golf is serious, and though I do not agree with the strength of that wording I do think the game of golf holds lessons that—if applied in a consistent and conscientious manner—can make us better managers. MORE
I want to write about Recruitment!
LIS Diversity Scholarship Opportunity—March 1, 2009 Deadline
The American Library Association’s Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies Division [ALA ASCLA] is recruiting applicants for the tenth annual ASCLA Century Scholarship. ASCLA Century, a $2500 award, is an ASCLA diversity initiative within the ALA Scholarship Program that promotes the entry of individuals with access needs into the library and information science profession. MORE
I want to write about Support Staff!
ALA-APA Midwinter Forum on Library Support Staff Certification Program (LSSCP)
The American Library Association-Allied Professional Association (ALA-APA) is offering conference attendees an opportunity to give feedback on the development of a national, voluntary certification program for library support staff. Funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the project is a partnership between the American Library Association and the Western Council of State Libraries. MORE
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How Can Screencasts Help You?
By Alexandra Tyle
Do you spend too much work time answering the same computer questions? “How do I create borders in Excel? How do I create an email account? How do I use the library catalog?” Do you need more time to dedicate to other library duties? If you answer yes to these questions, you may be a perfect candidate to learn screencasting! MORE |
Editors: Jenifer Grady, Jamie Bragg
Index of all articles from volume 1, no. 1, though volume 5, no. 11.
Searching for a speaker or consultant? ASCLA, OLOS and RUSA have organized a Directory of Peer Consultants and Speakers. Search by last name, state and speech/ consultation topic.
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