Charge
To provide a broad framework for discussing topics and exploring areas of development in the
field of Access Services including, but not limited to, circulation, information services, reserves, resource sharing, stacks maintenance, student worker supervision, leadership/management,
remote storage, and security. To develop and sponsor programs that foster education and
training opportunities, encourage networking and sharing of initiatives, and contribute to and promote an understanding of access services activities. To provide a national stage for library workers in access services and enhance the overall development of access services
conversations and programs within ACRL.
Roster
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Resources
Access Services IG Discussion List
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ALA-acrlasig@ConnectedCommunity.org.
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Composition
As of August 2022, the ASIG had 828 members. Interest Group composition includes a convener and incoming convener.
Origin
The Access Services Interest Group was established by the ACRL Board of Directors at the 2015 Summer Virtual Meeting. The next renewal date for this interest group is the 2025 ALA Annual Conference.
Get Involved
Join the Interest Group, see above under "resources."
Staff Liaison
Lauren Carlton
Program Officer
Association of College & Research Libraries
American Library Association
E-mail: lcarlton@ala.org