What is the University Libraries Section?More than 6,000 librarians from a wide variety of university libraries make up the University Libraries Section (ULS) of the Association of College and research Libraries. ULS is one of three type-of-library sections of ACRL. Since its establishment in 1937, ULS has been actively involved in shaping the future of our library and university environments. ULS advances university librarianship, university library service, and the development of university libraries in institutions with graduate programs. In addition, ULS fosters cooperation both locally with university administrators and teaching faculty, and among colleges and universities on issues of mutual concern. ULS member benefits include opportunities to participate in discussions and programs on issues that transcend the boundaries of traditional library functions. We work together to understand and influence the new directions in our library and university environments. Another important member benefit includes the opportunity to participate in the development of standards and guidelines for various aspects of the staffing and operation of university libraries, such as the Standards for University Libraries and Guidelines for Branch Libraries. Programs & DiscussionsConference Programs 2008 - R U Communicating? Speaking the Language of Millennials Discussions The Current Topics Discussion Planning Committee organizes timely discussions on hot topics in a wide range of concerns. The Campus Administration and Leadership Discussion Group addresses issues of interest to librarians involved in campus administration and planning. The Urban University Libraries Discussion Group addresses concerns of university libraries in urban communities. How is ULS Organized?Leadership and coordination of section activities are provided by the ULS Executive Committee, which includes the Chair, chair Elect, Secretary, Past Chair, and six Members at Large. The Executive committee establishes section committees, task forces, or working groups to assist its work.ULS standing committees include: Current Topics Discussions Planning Committee Full committee descriptions can be found in the ALA Handbook of Organizations. ULS Leadership2008/09 - Barbara Jenkins, University of Oregon2007/08 - Cheryl Middleton, Oregon State University 2006/07 - Janice Simmons-Welburn, Marquette University 2005/06 - Sandra Yee, Wayne State University 2004/05 - Carol Hughes, University of California Irvine 2003/04 - Gillian McCombs, Southern Methodist University 2002/03 - Louise Sherby, Hunter College 2001/02 - Julia Zimmerman, Ohio University 2000/01 - Elaine Didier, Oakland University 1999/2000 - James Estrada, Fairfield University 1998/99 - Maureen Pastine, Temple University 1997/98 - Lori Goetsch, University of Maryland, College Park 1996/97 - Don Frank, Georgia Institute of Technology 1995/96 - William Crowe, University of Kansas 1994/95 - Nancy Baker, Washington State University How Can I Get Involved In ULS?
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