Simmons ASIS&T News & Events
Upcoming Events & Important News
GSLIS Usability Lab Opening, September 15, 2008
Come to the opening of the new GSLIS Usability Lab and hear a talk by Gary Marchionini, Cary C. Boshamer Professor in the School of Information and Library Science at the University of North Carolina.
First Meeting of Fall Semester, September 19, 2008
We'll be holding the first ASIS&T meeting of the semester in the GSLIS Lounge, from 5:30 to 6:00 pm. Find out what we have planned for the semester, and how you can get involved with ASIS&T.
Want to get involved with ASIS&T?
Become the next Student Representative to the New England chapter, NEASIS&T! Have fun and meet local professionals in the library and information field at the same time! Contact Sally Legore for more information.
Recent News and Events
Digital Divide Panel Discussion, April 7, 2008
ASIS&T, PLG, and SIR hosted a panel discussion on the digital divide and how it effects libraries in the US and internationally. Speakers Jessamyn West, Susan O'Connor, and Pat Oyler spoke about access issues in rural and urban communities and internationally. The event was podcasted and the mp3s will be available soon!
NEASIS&T Event - 21st Century Job Hunting
NEASIS&T recently met for an information discussion on 21st century job hunting, at the Squealing Pig. Missed the event? Check the NEASIS&T website for information about coming events--or become the new NEASIS&T liaison! Contact Sally Legore for more information.
March ASIS&T Meeting
Minutes will be forthcoming.
FCC Hearings in Boston on net neutrality
This hearing is being held so Boston citizens can voice their concerns over anti-competitive practices effecting internet access in our region. The hearing is this Monday, February 25. Visit the Save the Internet site for more information.
Read the minutes from February's ASIS&T meeting.
Last updated February 22,2008.