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Voted YES on ISO/CD TS 28560-4 RFID In Libraries – Part 4:Encoding of Data Elements Description: This part of ISO 28560 defines rules for ISO 28560-1 data elements to be encoded in radio frequency identification (RFID) tags with a memory structure that is partitioined into four memory banks. This primarilty applies to ISO/IEC 10800-63 (previously…
Voted Confirm on ISO 15836-1 Information and Documentation – The Dublin Core Metadata Element Set – Part 1: Core Elements Description: This document establishes 15 core metadata elements for cross-domain resource description. These terms are part of a larger set of metadata vocabularies maintained by the Dublin Core Metadata Initiative. Properties in the /terms/ namespace…
Stories to Tell: The Role of Indigenous Women in Preserving and Data Visualization of Traditional Knowledge in Today’s Contemporary Context (SIG-DL and SIG-VIS) Date/Time: October 6 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT Today, Indigenous women remain at the juncture of two knowledge systems. Hence, Indigenous women’s role in preserving and digitalizing traditional knowledge in…
SIG-VIS, the Special Interest Group for Visualization, Images, and Sound, is recruiting nominees for officer positions to serve for the 2022-2023 term. More information about the responsibilities of SIG officers can be found here:Â https://growthzonecmsprodeastus.azureedge.net/sites/2036/Official-2021-22-SIG-Manual.pdf SIG-VIS undertakes a number of activities throughout the year, including (1) publishing newsletters, (2) offering webinars, (3) organizing panels at…
SIG-VIS, the Special Interest Group for Visualization, Images, and Sound, is recruiting nominees for officer positions to serve for the 2022-2023 term. More information about the responsibilities of SIG officers can be found here: https://growthzonecmsprodeastus.azureedge.net/sites/2036/Official-2021-22-SIG-Manual.pdf  SIG-VIS undertakes a number of activities throughout the year, including (1) publishing newsletters, (2) offering webinars, (3) organizing panels…
Voted APPROVE on ISO/FDIS 2789, Information and Documentation – International Library Statistics Description: This document specifies rules for the library and information services community on the collection and reporting of statistics.
Voted CONFIRM on ISO 9707, Information and documentation – Statistics on the production and distribution of books, newspapers, periodicals and electronic publications Description: This International Standard gives guidance on the keeping of national statistics to provide standardized information on various aspects of the production and distribution of printed, electronic and micro-publications (essentially books, newspapers and…
Good afternoon, colleagues, The ASIS&T Midwest Chapter invites nominations for the open position of CHAIR-ELECT. The Chair-Elect will serve on the Midwest Chapter Board from November 2022-Nov. 2023, and then will take over as Chapter Chair for 2023-2024. This will be an excellent opportunity to help shape the new Chapter, to get to know colleagues…
Hi everyone, It’s time for another column and I hope you’re well. It’s warm summer temperatures here in Boston. Earlier this month, I returned from a 2 and a 1/2-week family trip to India where my two children were able to meet with their grandparents and cousins after almost five years and for the first…
Greetings Colleagues: I am writing this column from my room in Dublin where I am attending the meeting of the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA). I come to this meeting because it is a place where many ASIS&T members gather and it provides me an opportunity to see members and learn more about current…
Find us at ISS/SLC26!
Visit the NEASIST table at the Information Science Summit / Special Libraries Conference (ISS/SLC26) – Exploring the Frontiers in Information Science and Librarianship – in Albuquerque this weekend! You’ll find us by the coffee station on Sunday, June 7, during the break and lunch periods. Stop by to meet a member of our leadership team, learn more about…
SIG-AI Call for Proposals for 2026 ASIS&T Annual Meeting
Call for Proposals: ASIS&T SIG-AI Workshop “Building AI and Navigating AI Regulatory and Policy Landscapes” Date: Friday, November 6, 2026 from 9 am-5 pm Location: Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand, Proposal Submission Form: https://forms.gle/FWoGkS1nbQCtNMhh9 SIG-AI is seeking proposals for the ASIS&T SIG-AI Workshop, Building AI and Navigating AI Regulatory and Policy Landscapes.…
Du Named ARIST Interim Editor-in-Chief
Professor Jia Tina Du of Charles Sturt University has been selected to be the Interim Editor-in-Chief of the Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST). Tina will be serving the remaining term made vacant with the appointment of Lisa Given who was just appointed JASIST Editor-in-Chief. Professor Jia Tina Du is Head of the School of…
President’s Message, May 2026
Hello Information Science citizens! In my North American part of the academic world, most of us have turned in our final grades or are at least getting close, watched our graduates receive their diplomas, hooded our doctoral students, and are feeling the summer glow. We may also be awaiting funding decisions or finally turning attention…
From Your Executive Director, May 2026
Greetings colleagues, ASIS&T is buzzing with activity this season, and I’m excited to share several important updates. Our call for Board of Directors nominations (due June 1) has generated more responses than ever before. This record‑setting level of engagement speaks volumes about the passion and dedication of our members. The Nominating Committee will be reviewing…
Governance Update, May 2026
The Board of Directors met on April 28, 2026 in person in Chicago, IL with some members participating via Zoom. In attendance were Maria Bonn (President); Marlene Holmner (President-Elect) Ian Ruthven (Immediate Past-President) (zoom); Chris Cunningham, PhD, (Treasurer); Lu An, Anne Barker (SLA Appointee), Timothy Dickey, Bhakti Gala; Isto Huvila;Â Heather Kotula (SLA Appointee), Luanne…
Board Approves Dues Increase for FY27
At its April 2026 meeting, the ASIS&T Board of Directors approved an increase in membership dues. The increase is necessary in order to maintain ASIS&T’s commitment to increasing the number and quality of programs, services, and benefits to members while responsibly managing increasing costs. New dues rates are noted below and go into effect on…
Renew Your Membership Today and Save
It’s ASIS&T membership renewal time! Most of our ASIS&T members received their membership renewal invoice via email last week, for terms ending on June 30, 2026. The new membership term will begin on July 1. If you received an invoice, please remit payment by June 30 to enjoy uninterrupted membership benefits! If you have not…
Board of Directors Nominations Due Monday
The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) invites nominations for the ASIS&T Board of Directors. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the information science community, contribute to the strategic direction of the Association, and work alongside a diverse and dedicated group of leaders committed to advancing the field. The…
Pioneers / Oral Histories Site Relaunched
ASIS&T would like to spotlight the ongoing ASIS&T Pioneers of Information Science project. The objective of the project is to locate and document the oral histories, archives, and personal papers of individuals and organizations considered significant to the history of Information Science and Technology in the 20th century. The prior ASIS&T History Committee and SIG-HFIS…
Find us at ISS/SLC26!
Visit the NEASIST table at the Information Science Summit / Special Libraries Conference (ISS/SLC26) – Exploring the Frontiers in Information Science and Librarianship – in Albuquerque this weekend! You’ll find us by the coffee station on Sunday, June 7, during the break and lunch periods. Stop by to meet a member of our leadership team, learn more about…
SIG-AI Call for Proposals for 2026 ASIS&T Annual Meeting
Call for Proposals: ASIS&T SIG-AI Workshop “Building AI and Navigating AI Regulatory and Policy Landscapes” Date: Friday, November 6, 2026 from 9 am-5 pm Location: Royal Orchid Sheraton Riverside Hotel Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand, Proposal Submission Form: https://forms.gle/FWoGkS1nbQCtNMhh9 SIG-AI is seeking proposals for the ASIS&T SIG-AI Workshop, Building AI and Navigating AI Regulatory and Policy Landscapes.…
Du Named ARIST Interim Editor-in-Chief
Professor Jia Tina Du of Charles Sturt University has been selected to be the Interim Editor-in-Chief of the Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST). Tina will be serving the remaining term made vacant with the appointment of Lisa Given who was just appointed JASIST Editor-in-Chief. Professor Jia Tina Du is Head of the School of…
President’s Message, May 2026
Hello Information Science citizens! In my North American part of the academic world, most of us have turned in our final grades or are at least getting close, watched our graduates receive their diplomas, hooded our doctoral students, and are feeling the summer glow. We may also be awaiting funding decisions or finally turning attention…
From Your Executive Director, May 2026
Greetings colleagues, ASIS&T is buzzing with activity this season, and I’m excited to share several important updates. Our call for Board of Directors nominations (due June 1) has generated more responses than ever before. This record‑setting level of engagement speaks volumes about the passion and dedication of our members. The Nominating Committee will be reviewing…
Governance Update, May 2026
The Board of Directors met on April 28, 2026 in person in Chicago, IL with some members participating via Zoom. In attendance were Maria Bonn (President); Marlene Holmner (President-Elect) Ian Ruthven (Immediate Past-President) (zoom); Chris Cunningham, PhD, (Treasurer); Lu An, Anne Barker (SLA Appointee), Timothy Dickey, Bhakti Gala; Isto Huvila;Â Heather Kotula (SLA Appointee), Luanne…
Board Approves Dues Increase for FY27
At its April 2026 meeting, the ASIS&T Board of Directors approved an increase in membership dues. The increase is necessary in order to maintain ASIS&T’s commitment to increasing the number and quality of programs, services, and benefits to members while responsibly managing increasing costs. New dues rates are noted below and go into effect on…
Renew Your Membership Today and Save
It’s ASIS&T membership renewal time! Most of our ASIS&T members received their membership renewal invoice via email last week, for terms ending on June 30, 2026. The new membership term will begin on July 1. If you received an invoice, please remit payment by June 30 to enjoy uninterrupted membership benefits! If you have not…
Board of Directors Nominations Due Monday
The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) invites nominations for the ASIS&T Board of Directors. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the information science community, contribute to the strategic direction of the Association, and work alongside a diverse and dedicated group of leaders committed to advancing the field. The…
Pioneers / Oral Histories Site Relaunched
ASIS&T would like to spotlight the ongoing ASIS&T Pioneers of Information Science project. The objective of the project is to locate and document the oral histories, archives, and personal papers of individuals and organizations considered significant to the history of Information Science and Technology in the 20th century. The prior ASIS&T History Committee and SIG-HFIS…
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Porrexerat mutatas ita campos caelum viseret locoque rudis. Homini tollere aer caeli acervo. Occiduo onus origo zonae iapeto inminet nulli elementaque.Deducite usu montibus igni tegit dixere campoque quem nulli.
Porrexerat mutatas ita campos caelum viseret locoque rudis. Homini tollere aer caeli acervo. Occiduo onus origo zonae iapeto inminet nulli elementaque.Deducite usu montibus igni tegit dixere campoque quem nulli.