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Aparac-Jelušić to receive 2025 Watson Davis Award for Service

May 29, 2025 | Comments Off on Aparac-Jelušić to receive 2025 Watson Davis Award for Service

The Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T) is delighted to announce that Dr. Tatjana Aparac-Jelušić is the recipient of the 2025 Watson Davis Award for Service. The award recognizes an individual member of the Association who has shown continuous dedicated leadership in and service to ASIS&T and made substantial and lasting contributions to ASIS&T…

ASIS&T and SLA Announce Merger Negotiations to Explore Unified Future for Information Professionals

May 23, 2025 | Comments Off on ASIS&T and SLA Announce Merger Negotiations to Explore Unified Future for Information Professionals

23 May 2025 – The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) and the Special Libraries Association (SLA) today announced that they have entered into formal negotiations to pursue a merger of the two organizations. This initiative reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the future of the information professions and delivering expanded value to members…

Position Statement on the Termination of Dr. Carla Hayden as Librarian of Congress

May 14, 2025 | Comments Off on Position Statement on the Termination of Dr. Carla Hayden as Librarian of Congress

The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) expresses its profound shock, dismay, and concern at the abrupt termination of Dr. Carla Hayden from her position as the 14th Librarian of Congress. Dr. Hayden’s tenure marked a historic chapter not only for the Library of Congress but also for the global library and information science…

In Memoriam – Clifford Lynch

April 14, 2025 | Comments Off on In Memoriam – Clifford Lynch

The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) mourns the passing of Clifford Lynch, who died in April 2025. A visionary leader, scholar, and mentor, Clifford’s profound influence on the field of information science spanned decades and left an indelible mark on our community. Clifford served as ASIS&T President in 1996 and was honored with…

Statement on the Threat to the Institute of Museum and Library Services

March 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Statement on the Threat to the Institute of Museum and Library Services

The iFederation is deeply concerned about the recent executive order issued by the Trump administration, which calls for the elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). This decision poses a significant threat to the global community of information professionals, researchers, and the public who rely on the vital services provided by IMLS.…

ASIS&T Approves Statement on Predatory Publishing

March 13, 2025 | Comments Off on ASIS&T Approves Statement on Predatory Publishing

The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) recognizes the critical importance of conducting ethical research and publishing practices to safeguard honesty, trust, integrity, and transparency in scholarly communications. Predatory journals and publishing organizations pose a serious threat to researchers publishing their work, research integrity, and publishing ethics in all fields of study and particularly…

Changes Coming to ASIS&T Annual Meeting

December 12, 2024 | Comments Off on Changes Coming to ASIS&T Annual Meeting

The ASIS&T 2025 Annual Meeting Program Committee is excited to announce several changes to the meeting that we will be piloting this year. If successful they will become a regular part of the Annual Meeting. These include: Meeting Format: The ASIS&T Annual Meeting remains primarily a face-to-face gathering, and no virtual or recorded presentations will…

2024 ASIS&T President’s Lecture

September 17, 2024 | Comments Off on 2024 ASIS&T President’s Lecture

Demons, Determinism, and Divining the Future of Information Science Download Lecture Download Slides

SIG AM24 To Do’s

July 10, 2024 | Comments Off on SIG AM24 To Do’s

Please complete the following not later than the dates specified.   Submit a request for ribbons, if you want them, HERE (September 23, 2024)   Reserve a SIG Business Meeting Time HERE (October 1, 2024)   Reserve a SIG Networking Day HERE (October 1, 2024)   Submit your award and certificate requests HERE (October 11,…

Four Members Chosen for the 2024 ASIS&T Fellowship

June 24, 2024 | Comments Off on Four Members Chosen for the 2024 ASIS&T Fellowship

                        The Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T) is delighted to announce that Michael Buckland, Lisa Given, Gary Marchionini and Diane Sonnenwald will be awarded the ASIS&T Fellowship in 2024. The Fellowship recognizes individuals who have made substantial and sustained contributions to ASIS&T…