Program Tracks - Cataloging the Conference

Program tracks help to group programs by like topic / content area, allowing attendees to determine which programs interest them.

Administration & Leadership

Programming that explores issues surrounding the management of libraries in all forms.
Subtracks:

  1. Building, Construction & Maintenance
  2. Budgeting and Planning
  3. Collaboration
  4. Human Resources
  5. Trustee / Board Relations
  6. Friends Groups
     

Core Knowledge & Career Development

Information providing ways in which to keep your skills sharp and advance your professional growth.
Subtracks:

  1. Advocacy/Legislation
  2. Networking
     

Current Issues & Research

Hot topics and details on new findings and methodologies in the library profession.
Subtracks:

  1. Government Information / SED & NYSL
  2. Intellectual Freedom
     

Diverse & Special Populations

Learn more about meeting the unique needs of all patrons.
Subtracks:

  1. Ethnic Services
  2. Rural Libraries
  3. Correctional Libraries
     

School & Youth Programs, Services, and Literacy

Information for  librarians working with youth and students in all setting.
Subtracks:

  1. Digital Literacy
  2. Storytime Best Practices
  3. Tween & Teen Programs
  4. Youth Issues (bullying)
     

Technology & Digital Information

All things related to hardware, software, and innovations to drive your library forward by using all the latest emerging technologies.
 

User Services

Programs that explore best practices in meeting the ever-changing needs of patrons.
Subtracks:

  1. Communications & Publications
  2. Community Outreach
  3. Readers Advisory
  4. Reference Services

 

Meetings are not listed under any of these tracks.