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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'>Collaboration Leads to Inspiration at the Library 2.014 Worldwide Virtual Conference<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>With <a href="http://www.library20.com/page/2-014-strands">six subject strands</a> covering numerous possible topics, you’re bound to find something to speak about at the <a href="http://www.library20.com/2014">Library 2.014 Worldwide Virtual Conference</a>. Scheduled for October 8 and 9, 2014, the entirely online conference on the future of libraries in a digital world is a collaborative event, and everyone is encouraged to <a href="http://www.library20.com/page/call-for-proposals">submit a presentation proposal</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Have you developed a new maker space program? How is your library using social media to support outreach? Do you have any best practices and case studies to share? Tell us about your research projects. Let’s inspire innovation, spark creativity, and learn from each other!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>As you think about your presentation topic, check out these <a href="http://www.library20.com/forum/categories/library-2-014-accepted-proposals/listForCategory">accepted presentation proposals</a> submitted by your colleagues to date: <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>“<a href="http://www.library20.com/forum/topics/libraries-as-community-learning-partners-stem-maker-and-badging">Libraries as Community Learning Partners - STEM, Maker and Badging!</a>,” presented by Susan Hildreth, Director, Institute of Museum and Library Services<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>“<a href="http://www.library20.com/forum/topics/expanding-library-technology-services-to-support-and-enhance">Expanding Library Technology Services to Support and Enhance Students’ Technology Skills</a>,” presented by Amy Jiang, Library Technology Coordinator, Wilson Library, University of La Verne<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;text-indent:-.25in;line-height:normal;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>“<a href="http://www.library20.com/forum/topics/get-noticed-create-compelling-images-that-spark-engagement">Get Noticed: Create Compelling Images that Spark Engagement</a>,” presented by Julienne DesJardins, Social Media Coordinator, Buffalo Niagara Choirs<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>What will you speak about? Jot down some ideas for your presentation abstract and submit it today! Presentations must be non-commercial. For presentation guidelines and step-by-step instructions on how to submit your presentation proposal, please visit: <a href="http://www.library20.com/page/proposal-submission">http://www.library20.com/page/proposal-submission</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraphCxSpLast style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Once your proposal is accepted, you will be able to schedule presentation times that are most convenient for your time zone. Proposals will be accepted until September 15, 2014.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>The Library 2.014 Worldwide Virtual Conference is a free international event, thanks to its valued <a href="http://www.library20.com/page/partners">partners and sponsors</a>. For more information about the conference, please visit <a href="http://www.library20.com/2014">Library2014.com</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:SJSUiSchool@gmail.com">SJSUiSchool@gmail.com</a>. If you’re on Pinterest, follow the <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/sjsuischool/library-2014-conference/">Library 2.014 conference board</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='margin:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt;mso-add-space:auto;line-height:normal'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'>About<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Launched in 2011, the <a href="http://ischool.sjsu.edu/center-information-research-and-innovation-ciri/library-20">Library 2.0 virtual conference series</a> connects thousands of information professionals worldwide with a focus on the future of libraries in the 21<sup>st</sup> century. The free conferences are a great opportunity for information professionals to collaborate with a global audience, exchanging research and knowledge on issues trending in the field of library and information science. Co-founded by the <a href="http://ischool.sjsu.edu/">School of Information</a> at San Jose State University (SJSU), the conferences are part of the school’s commitment to providing professional development and lifelong learning experiences. <a href="https://ischoolapps.sjsu.edu/facultypages/view.php?fac=hirshs">Dr. Sandra Hirsh</a>, director of the SJSU School of Information, and Steve Hargadon, director of Web 2.0 Labs, co-chair the conferences. The Library 2.014 Worldwide Virtual Conference is the fourth annual event.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Contact:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Nicole Purviance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>Director of Marketing and Communications<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>School of Information<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>San Jose State University<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>408-924-2465<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'><a href="mailto:nicole.purviance@sjsu.edu">nicole.purviance@sjsu.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'><a href="http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/">http://ischool.sjsu.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif";color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>