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Thursday, October 8
 

8:00am CDT

Registration
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Main Hallway

Thursday October 8, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Main Hallway
  Conference Events and Meals

8:30am CDT

From the Chatbot to the Reference Desk: Responding to AI-Mediated Patron Requests
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Upper Reception Room
This sharing session explores experiences with AI-mediated patron inquiries, their impact on researcher expectations and reference services, and how libraries might improve resource discovery and representation. The presenters will share what they are currently encountering and trying in their own work, while facilitating discussion about how we are navigating this changing landscape.
Speakers
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Danielle Stoulig

Head of Archival Processing, Louisiana State University
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Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Upper Reception Room
  Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Sharing Session

8:30am CDT

Weeding Across the Disciplines: An Interdisciplinary Conversation on the Work of Selection and Removal
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 322
Four subject librarians and one stacks management supervisor who have collaborated on recent (and current) weeding projects discuss the impact of recent library industry trends and institutional tectonics on collection management work. Projects to be discussed will highlight weeding of serials, monographs, and oversize items in the natural sciences, social sciences, and the arts & humanities. Topics will include project management, collaborative planning, and discipline-specific weeding issues.
Speakers
avatar for Victoria Elmwood

Victoria Elmwood

Scholarly Engagement Librarian for the Humanities, Tulane University
I'm interested in collection development, analysis, discoverability and maintenance as well as digital accessibility. I enjoy making reusable learning objects such as videos, slideshows, infographics, and formative assessment materials (e.g., online quizzes). The rest of the time... Read More →
avatar for Melisa Balos

Melisa Balos

Scholarly Engagement Librarian, Tulane University
I'm a Social Sciences Librarian and former instructor in international relations with over a decade in teaching experience. My work centers on helping students navigate complex information ecosystems, especially now that generative AI is reshaping how knowledge is created, shared... Read More →
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RH
TW
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 322
  Collection Development and Management, Panel Discussion

8:30am CDT

Designing, Implementing, and Assessing an Individualized Research Consultation Program for Graduate Students
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 327
Course-integrated individualized research consultations represent a blending of instruction and reference pedagogy. In Summer and Fall 2025, the Health Sciences Librarian conducted a study to assess the impact of an individualized research consultation program targeted at counseling and nursing graduate students. This session will discuss the institutional context, design, implementation, and findings of the study.
Speakers
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G. Michael Truran

Health Sciences Librarian, Loyola University
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 327
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Breakout Session

8:30am CDT

Evidence That Matters: Demonstrating and Communicating Library Impact and Value Accreditation
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 324
Libraries play a critical role in supporting institutional effectiveness and student success, yet demonstrating that value during the accreditation process can be challenging. This session explores practical approaches to aligning library assessment with the revised principles and expectations of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Speakers
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Timothy Stamm

Dean, Library, Delgado Community College - Moss Memorial Library
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 324
  Library Administration and Operations, Breakout Session

8:30am CDT

Burnout Walk with Me: Navigating Burnout from Inside and Outside the Library
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
As academic libraries navigate changing budgets, evolving institutional priorities, staffing challenges, and more, the pressures on library professionals continue to grow. This session explores burnout from both inside and outside the library, including how professional and personal stress can overlap. Participants will discuss practical strategies for prioritizing work, setting boundaries, communicating workload concerns, evaluating opportunities, and knowing when it is okay to say no.
Speakers
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avatar for Andrew Barbier

Andrew Barbier

Access Services Librarian, Nicholls Library
Hello! I do stuff at Nicholls State University. 
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Professional Identity and Career Development, Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

LSU Health Sciences Insights: Scholarly Integrity, AI Services, and Library Everywhere with LibKey
Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 324
LSU Health Sciences Center and Third Iron discuss customizing LibKey Nomad (browser extension) to reach researchers wherever they start searching, outside the library's own systems, new tools for flagging problematic publishers and retractions, and strategies for connecting AI research assistants like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, and Gemini to library full-text access. Presented by Rebecca Bealer (LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans) and Mark Hyer (Third Iron).
Speakers
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Rebecca Bealer

Head, Serials/Systems Librarian, Louisiana State University Health Center New Orleans
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Sponsors
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Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 324
  Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

Evidence Synthesis 101: An Introduction to Systematic and Scoping Reviews
Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Upper Reception Room
Do the words “Evidence Synthesis” have you scratching your head in confusion? Does the idea of working on a systematic or scoping review fill you with dread? This is your time to face your fears and overcome your confusion. In this presentation, LSU Librarian and Evidence Synthesis expert Randa Lopez Morgan talks to you about what evidence synthesis is, what tools and resources are available, and how you can better support your researchers by offering this advanced skill.
Speakers
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Randa Morgan

Agriculture Librarian, Louisiana State University
Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Upper Reception Room
  Professional Identity and Career Development, Sharing Session

9:30am CDT

Connecting Communities Through Genealogy: Lessons from Southern University's Juneteenth Program
Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 322
Tracing Our Roots: Reclaiming Our Stories. Presented by a Law School Librarian and Archivist from Southern University, this interactive session offers practical guidance on conducting family history research. Learn how to leverage digital tools such as Ancestry.com and utilize key primary documents—including vital records and obituaries—to uncover and preserve historical narratives. Ideal for anyone looking to navigate genealogical databases and archival records.
Speakers
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Angela Proctor

Assistant Professor- University Archivist and Digitization Librarian, Southern University and A&M College
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Alexandra Bertrand

Technical Services Law Librarian, Southern University Law Center Oliver B. Spellman Law Library
Alexandra M. Bertrand has Master's in Library and Information Science along with her Graduate Certification in Archival Studies from University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, MS. 
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Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 322
  Student Engagement and Programming, Breakout Session

9:30am CDT

Drawing Them In, Building Them Up: Cost-Effective Outreach Through Doodles and Affirmations
Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
Learn how two low-cost outreach initiatives—Doodletober, a seasonal doodling program, and the Affirmation Station, a reflective wellness activity—engaged students during high-stress and holiday periods. Attendees will gain practical strategies for designing simple, creative, and passive outreach programs that foster engagement, encourage participation, and support student well-being in academic libraries.
Speakers
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Thursday October 8, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Student Engagement and Programming, Breakout Session

10:15am CDT

Sponsor Break
Thursday October 8, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Sponsor Hall

Thursday October 8, 2026 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Sponsor Hall
  Conference Events and Meals, Sponsor Break

11:00am CDT

Bridging the Gap: Digital Literacy in Louisiana Libraries
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Upper Reception Room
This session explores how libraries are supporting the development of digital literacy skills among students. Participants will share approaches to defining, teaching, promoting, and assessing digital literacy within their institutions. Discussion topics may include digital information evaluation, online research skills, artificial intelligence, technology fluency, misinformation, and strategies for integrating digital literacy into library instruction and broader campus initiatives.
Speakers
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avatar for Jeffrey Stepp

Jeffrey Stepp

Electronic Resources Librarian/Cataloger, Louisiana Tech University
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Upper Reception Room
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Sharing Session

11:00am CDT

The Unintended Consequences of Changing an In-person Instruction Environment to an Online Instruction Environment
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
You know what to expect when adapting your in-person class to online. More flexibility for teachers and students, easier scheduling, and, yes, the occasional technology hiccups. Come hear about the consequences you might not predict: the effect on the instructor’s workload, the effect on the demand for the course, technology failing on a larger scale than can be prepared for, and even having to defend keeping your own physical space. Yes, AI will also be part of the conversation. We apologize.
Speakers
avatar for Ryan Castillo

Ryan Castillo

Coordinator of the library instruction program, Southeastern Louisiana University
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Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Breakout Session

11:00am CDT

How Libraries Can Support Research Project Documentation through RAiD
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 322
The Research Activity Identifier (RAiD) describes research projects and creates a record of related funding, publications, and contributors. LSU Libraries participated in the US RAiD Pilot, exploring implementation in the U.S. Presenters will describe the new persistent identifier and discuss challenges and opportunities that arose from the pilot. Topics will include project criteria, faculty outreach, taxonomies, integration into the institutional repository, and opportunities for libraries.
Speakers
avatar for Sigrid Kelsey

Sigrid Kelsey

Director of Library Communications and Publications, Louisiana State University
avatar for Nicollette Davis

Nicollette Davis

Research and Instruction Librarian, Louisiana State University
Hi! My name is Nicollette Davis (she/her) and I’m an Assistant Librarian in the Research & Instruction Services department at Louisiana State University. My subject areas are Kinesiology, Social Work, and Health Sciences! 
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David Lowe

Research Data Management Librarian, Louisiana State University
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 322
  Professional Identity and Career Development, Breakout Session

11:00am CDT

Learning Support for EBSCO Resources through EBSCO Academy
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 324
Join this session for an overview of the learning support available for the SaaS services and databases you have through EBSCO. We will focus on the eLearning opportunities available to you through EBSCO Academy, EBSCO's complimentary centralized learning portal. We will review the types of learning opportunities available, the content covered, and discuss how you can use special features to track your own learning journey and share resources with your colleagues and users.
Speakers
avatar for Jaime Barrilleaux

Jaime Barrilleaux

eLearning Experience Designer, EBSCO Information Services
Jaime Barrilleaux hosts online training sessions covering multiple EBSCO products. She also designs, delivers, and manages the production of videos for product lifecycles and eLearning paths. Prior to joining EBSCO in 2019, she worked in member support and engagement for a statewide... Read More →
Sponsors
EI
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:00am - 11:45am CDT
Room 324
  Web & Electronic Resources, Breakout Session

11:45am CDT

Lunch
Thursday October 8, 2026 11:45am - 1:00pm CDT
Auditorium Dining

Thursday October 8, 2026 11:45am - 1:00pm CDT
Auditorium Dining
  Conference Events and Meals, Lunch

1:00pm CDT

Don't Cancel Your Vacation Because of Worries About Migration! Clean Your Data with Ease, and Pack for the Beach!
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Upper Reception Room
As we prepare for Alma, you may encounter obsolete tags, duplicate records, or other discrepancies that may impact migration. Updating the thousands of affected records manually would demand more staff time than any of us can afford. I will demonstrate techniques using our existing tools and the freely-available software program MarcEdit to identify affected records and update them efficiently.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Comeaux

Dave Comeaux

Systems & Discovery Librarian, Louisiana State University
Dave is responsible for the management of the LSU Libraries’ online library services platforms. Dave provides vision, leadership, and creative thinking to manage and improve discovery of and access to analog and digital content. He also leads the creation, development, and implementation... Read More →
avatar for Mike Waugh

Mike Waugh

Library Services Platform Administrator, LOUIS Libraries
Integrated Library Systems, Library Technology
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Upper Reception Room
  Alma Migration/LSP, Breakout Session

1:00pm CDT

I’m Sorry, Dave. I’m Afraid I Can’t Do That: AI Sycophancy, Hallucinations, and Critical Algorithmic Information Literacy
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
AI chatbots are great at sounding objective and authoritative, but because Large Language Models (LLMs) operate on probabilistic text prediction rather than direct fact retrieval, that veneer hides inaccuracies, algorithmic biases, and hallucinations. Traditional methods of information evaluation weren't built for this. This session introduces Critical Algorithmic Information Literacy (CAIL), a new framework designed to shift researchers from passive consumption to adversarial evaluation.
Speakers
avatar for Daniel DuPont

Daniel DuPont

Assistant Professor / Librarian, Delgado Community College
(he/him) I'm a librarian and assistant professor at Delgado Community College in New Orleans. I am the current President of ACRL-LA and the Treasurer of COSUGI, the SirsiDynix users group.

I have 3 cat children and 1 human child, and I read a frankly unhealthy number of books each... Read More →
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Breakout Session

1:00pm CDT

To Dew[ey] or Not Dewey? That is the question!
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 324
This Sharing Session will give librarians a chance to air their grievances with the Dewey Decimal System. From the man himself to the actual system of classification, whether the librarians currently use it in their library or have used it in the past, there is much to pick apart with Dewey.
Speakers
DM
AS
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 324
  Collection Development and Management, Sharing Session

1:00pm CDT

We’re Not Bored Here: Embedding Library Resources in Events
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 322
Learn the different ways two librarians sought to embed library resources and information literacy into their events throughout the year. Presenters will discuss how events such as, Research on the Run, a Library Boardgame, etc. were used to show students what resources the library has and introduce them to information literacy concepts. Participants will learn how these events were brainstormed, created, advertised, and organized.
Speakers
MD
CL
Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 322
  Student Engagement and Programming, Breakout Session

2:00pm CDT

Pencil it in: Calendar Management in Alma
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 327
Calendar management in the Library Services Platform is important to ensure accurate due dates/times for circulation. This session covers lessons learned working with Alma related to the ongoing management of library open hours, end of semester due dates, and unexpected building closures.
Speakers
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Lucy Rosenbloom

Systems Librarian, Xaiver University of Louisiana
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 327
  Alma Migration/LSP, Lightning Talk

2:00pm CDT

Giving History a Home: Preserving the Past and Inspiring the Future Through Special Collections and Archives at Louisiana Christian University
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 322
Attendees will learn about collection development, organization, and outreach, as well as the role archives play in increasing engagement. This presentation will demonstrate how creating a home for historical materials preserves memories, celebrates legacy, and inspires generations to come.
Speakers
SR
EP
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 322
  Archives and Special Collections, Lightning Talk

2:00pm CDT

Beyond Public Libraries: Leveraging Libby to Expand Access, Engagement, and Collection Value in an Academic
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Upper Reception Room
Libby provided an efficient mechanism for expanding digital collections while maximizing collection-development funds. The platform supported rapid resource delivery, broadened access to high-demand materials, and offered an additional avenue for meeting student and faculty information needs. Preliminary observations suggest that providing a user-friendly platform familiar to many patrons helped reduce barriers to use and increased awareness of library services.
Speakers
AS
RS
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Upper Reception Room
  Collection Development and Management, Lightning Talk

2:00pm CDT

Are You Down with SSP? Takeaways from the Annual Meeting for the Society for Scholarly Publishing
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
A 15-minute crash course on content from the annual meeting for the Society for Scholarly Publishing. Topics include; what are journal publishers saying about the industry, how do they feel about AI and its impact, and what role do they believe librarians will play in this new world? Also includes a brief demo of a new open source project, Tapestries, an infinite canvas developed by Bob Stein and Internet Archive that offers some new ways to present media.
Speakers
avatar for David Gaither

David Gaither

Scholarly Communications and Analytics Librarian, Louisiana State University Shreveport


Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Professional Identity and Career Development, Lightning Talk

2:00pm CDT

Mapping Up: Using a Library Room Management System to Broaden Library Influence
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 324
This case report discusses the implementation of a new interactive map room management system at LSUHS Library. We will show how it provides interactive heat maps that allow room usage to be easily visualized to administrators. The report will also discuss how after implementation the Library was asked to take the system campus wide. We will describe the process of integrating the campus, the team members, and the roadblocks and successes of the project.
Speakers
JE
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 324
  Space Design and User Experience, Lightning Talk

2:30pm CDT

Getting to Know the Alma Knowledge Base
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 322
Join us for an introduction to the new Alma Knowledge Portal. When we first began the migration, we relied on the Ex Libris Knowledge Center to find documentation and training videos. In this session, we’ll explore the new Knowledge Portal and demonstrate some of its key features, including smart, sophisticated keyword searching, a modern user experience, and improved navigation. Come see how the new portal can make finding the information you need during & after the migration faster and easier.
Speakers
avatar for Marcy Stevens

Marcy Stevens

Library Services Platform Manager, LOUIS
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 322
  Alma Migration/LSP, Breakout Session

2:30pm CDT

Information Literacy Pitfalls at Academic University Libraries
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 327
Staff members from Frazar Memorial Library discuss some of the obstacles that they have stumbled upon in enacting their information literacy program at McNeese State University as well as some of the solutions that they have found. They invite you to share your own obstacles that might have arisen at your library as well as any possible solutions that you have discovered.
Speakers
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avatar for Mackenzie Reason

Mackenzie Reason

General Librarian, McNeese State University Frazar Memorial Library
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Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 327
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Sharing Session

2:30pm CDT

Search, Scroll, Cite: How Students Research in the Age of AI and Social Media
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 324
We conducted a survey on nontraditional research methods among undergraduate university students, specifically regarding the use of A.I. and social media as tools for research. This will allow us to draw conclusions about undergraduate students’ self-reported research methodology. Based on these results, we will present conclusions we’ve drawn that could lead to improved information literacy instruction practices for current generations.
Speakers
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Lili Bedoya

Science Librarian, LSU Libraries
JJ
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 324
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Breakout Session

2:30pm CDT

Learning to Pivot: What Library School Doesn't Teach About Being a Library Administrator
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
Library administrators often discover that the realities of leadership extend far beyond the technical and service-oriented skills taught in library school. This session examined the gap between academic training and the demanding responsibilities of executive leadership, such as managing staff, overseeing budgets, strategic planning, advocacy, public relations, facilities management, and community involvement. The panelists will provide suggestions for best practices.
Speakers
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Phebe Huderson-Poydras

Director of Library Services, Southern University Law Center
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Adrienne Webber

Library Dean, University of the Virgin Islands
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Dawn Kight

Southern University
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 326 & Streaming Online
  Library Administration and Operations, Panel Discussion

2:30pm CDT

Academic "Freadom": Confronting Challenges to Intellectual Freedom in the Academic Library
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 324
Recently, attempts to ban books and restrict intellectual freedom have risen precipitously in the United States. While the intellectual freedom struggle in American librarianship has long been the domain of public and K-12 libraries, recent skirmishes in the culture wars combined with tide of popular skepticism towards higher education have increased the risks for academic libraries. Join us to discuss the principles and the practices of intellectual freedom related to academic libraries.
Speakers
KK
Thursday October 8, 2026 2:30pm - 3:15pm CDT
Room 324
  Professional Identity and Career Development, Breakout Session
 

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