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Wednesday, October 7
 

9:45am CDT

40 Tips for using AI in 40 minutes
Wednesday October 7, 2026 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Room 322
This spin on a sharing session features 40 one-minute, rapid-fire tips delivered by library professionals across the state, addressing how they incorporate AI into their daily professional duties. The objective is to provide lessons learned, tips, and best practices from seasoned and new professional alike in a concise format. Topics will span all library services, but will be categorized by function. A brief Q&A will follow.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Sherman

Brian Sherman

Dean, LSU Shreveport
Mild mannered librarian by day, milder mannered librarian by night.
Wednesday October 7, 2026 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Room 322
  Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies, Breakout Session

10:45am CDT

From LS 102 to LS 1020: The Further Adventures of Teaching a Credit Information Literacy Course
Wednesday October 7, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Room 322
This panel discusses Southeastern’s long-time credit information literacy course, LS 1020: Introduction to Research, and its recent history: the good, the bad, and the in-between. The panel comprises four current instructors and one former instructor of the course
Speakers
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Ryan Castillo

Coordinator of the library instruction program, Southeastern Louisiana University
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Penny Hecker

eResources & Web Services Librarian, Southeastern Louisiana University
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Robert Barnes

Reference/Instruction Librarian, Southeastern Louisiana University
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Lauren Rhodes

Head of Electronic Resources & Serials, Southeastern Louisiana University
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Wednesday October 7, 2026 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Room 322
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Panel Discussion

1:00pm CDT

Been There, Done That: 10 Tips from Libraries That Migrated before You
Wednesday October 7, 2026 1:00pm - 1:20pm CDT
Room 322
Drawing on conversations with library staff from institutions that have already migrated to Alma/Primo, this session shares 10 quick, practical tips for libraries also making the change. Learn strategies, lessons learned, and real-world advice to help your library navigate the migration process with greater confidence and fewer surprises.
Speakers
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Jessica Lee

Technical Services Librarian, Fletcher Technical Community College
Wednesday October 7, 2026 1:00pm - 1:20pm CDT
Room 322
  Alma Migration/LSP, Lightning Talk

1:30pm CDT

The State of Play: Immersive Information Literacy Instruction through Videogames
Wednesday October 7, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT
Room 322
Gamification usually focuses on a game as a means to deliver tailored content. I wish to explore an alternative, where analyzing the mechanics of playing a game allow students to enact core concepts of information literacy. Building on a successful model I have previously used, we will be doing an interactive session using The Stanley Parable and Untitled Goose Game to experience; “Authority is Constructed and Contextual”, “Research as Inquiry”, and “Searching as Strategic Exploration.”
Speakers
PB
Wednesday October 7, 2026 1:30pm - 2:15pm CDT
Room 322
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Breakout Session

3:00pm CDT

Introducing Information Literacy at a Career-Focused University
Wednesday October 7, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 322
Within this past academic year, Frazar Memorial Library at McNeese State University, a career focused school, has incorporated a greater focus on information literacy across campus. In this panel, two public services librarians and an information literacy coordinator discuss the methods of out reach and engagement, forms of measuring success, and analysis of collected data regarding information literacy. They will also discuss areas of improvement and plans for said improvement.
Speakers
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Mackenzie Reason

General Librarian, McNeese State University Frazar Memorial Library
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Wednesday October 7, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Room 322
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Panel Discussion

4:00pm CDT

Employing Range with One-Shots & Source Types
Wednesday October 7, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Room 322
This presentation encourages a diversified approach to Source Type selection for librarians involved in Bibliographic Instruction. Source Types will be reviewed and considered through the lens of humanities and social sciences coursework. Aristotelian Appeals will be aligned with Source Types for their impact. Through thoughtful recommendation, librarians can facilitate the selection of resources that convey emotion, rationality, and perceptions of credibility for student "one-shot" attendees.
Speakers
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Dustin Dirickson

Librarian, Instructor, Delgado Community College
Wednesday October 7, 2026 4:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Room 322
  Instruction and Information Literacy, Breakout Session
 
Thursday, October 8
 

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 →
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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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TW
Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Room 322
  Collection Development and Management, Panel Discussion

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

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
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Sigrid Kelsey

Director of Library Communications and Publications, Louisiana State University
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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

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
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Thursday October 8, 2026 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Room 322
  Student Engagement and Programming, Breakout Session

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
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Thursday October 8, 2026 2:00pm - 2:20pm CDT
Room 322
  Archives and Special Collections, 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
 

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