ACRL MD will not be hosting it’s regularly scheduled meeting this Thursday, December 14th.
We invite you to join us for our spring program!
Intellectual freedom in academic libraries and beyond: Concrete steps we can take to fight censorship
April 17, 2024 12-2 PM on Zoom
Hosted by the Maryland Chapter of ACRL & the Information Freedom Panel of the Maryland Library Association
Register for Intellectual freedom in academic libraries and beyond
Book challenges have surged across the U.S. since 2020; they have occurred in every state, including Maryland. Although they are often concentrated in public and school libraries, academic librarians need to be concerned, as well. In this talk, we will discuss the current state of book challenges, how this trend pertains to academic libraries, and specific issues in academic libraries. In addition, we will review ways that all librarians can support one another during these challenging times.
Following the keynote, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in small group discussions led by other library workers and information professionals with experience and an interest in information, intellectual, and academic freedoms.
For more information about the keynote speaker, Shannon M. Oltmann, please visit her website.
Registration cost:
MLA members: $12.50
non-MLA members: $18.75
MLA Student/Retired/Unemployed/Friend: $6.25
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