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The ASIS&T Special Interest Group for Social Informatics (SIG SI) is issuing a call for nominations for the 2019 Annual Social Informatics Best Paper Awards, with nominations due by July 10. Self-nominations are welcome and the nomination process is quite short, as detailed below. Winners are also invited to present their work during SIG SI’s Research Symposium at ASIS&T 2019 in Melbourne. We seek nominations for the…
Read MoreASIST Annual Meeting 2019 Melbourne, Australia, October 19, 2019 We invite you to submit to our 15th SIG Research Symposium. We are particularly interested in collaborative work that explores the human and social aspects of ICT (broadly defined) in professional or practical settings and any work that assumes a critical stance towards the symposium’s theme,…
Read MoreDear Colleagues, We hope you will consider applying for the 2019 ASIS&T SIG-HLTH Student Poster Award. To apply, inform the SIG-HLTH leadership team that you are a student and will be presenting a poster related to health informatics at ASIS&T 2019 by 1 October 2019. Members of the leadership team will then review your poster at the conference. Every…
Read MoreJoin us for a tour of the Blackmore Library at Capital University! Our host, Shaunda Vasudev, will give a presentation about the use of space in academic libraries, and how the Blackmore Library has improved its space to meet student needs since its 2012 renovation. The renovation project vision, developed by a planning committee, was of…
Read MoreNEASIS&T is sponsoring a webinar on American FactFinder, presented by Ana Maria Garcia, a Data Dissemination Specialist for the U.S. Census Bureau. Learning Objectives: Understand what datasets are publicly available and how they can be used in practitioner and academic settings. Navigate American FactFinder to identify and access relevant datasets. It’s not too late to…
Read MoreCall for Papers: Library Trends Special Issue on “Everyday Documentation” Guest Editors: Tim Gorichanaz and Ann Graf Since the 1990s, scholars have recognized the importance of studying information phenomena outside of work and institutional contexts. Still, most of this research has only explored information seeking. This special issue seeks to highlight the everyday in another component…
Read MoreWe are kicking off our Summer of Tours in Bexley! The team at Bexley Public Library is very excited to welcome CO-ASIS&T to their library! Founded in 1924, Bexley Public Library (BPL)’s mission is to enlighten, engage, and inspire a community of lifelong learners. They’re currently ranked a 4-star library by Library Journal. In the past decade, BPL has…
Read MoreSave the dates for CO-ASIST’s 2019 edition of our award-winning Summer of Tours! Stay tuned for information about registration and more details about each event. Thursday, May 30, 9:30 am Bexley Public Library Wednesday, June 5, 9:30 am Blackmore Library, Capital University Saturday, June 29, 9:30 am Wagnalls Memorial Library * After the library tour & presentation,…
Read MorePosted on May 8, 2019 by Lydia Middleton PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Hello members, What is the single most requested item that ASIST members have been clamouring for? You’re right, but you will have to wait to the end to see if we agree! Rather than the usual summer retreat, the Board met in early April in…
Read MoreSIG AH is seeking previously unpublished research for a Master’s or PhD Student Research Award including a free ASIS&T membership and cash prize up to $500! The theme, “Games and Information Science,” invites participation from a variety of theoretical and empirical perspectives on the topic. We encourage graduate-level submissions from a broad range of disciplines…
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Greetings to the ASIS&T community! I look forward to our gathering in Bangkok in less than a month. Many of you are probably putting finishing touches on presentations and papers and packing lists, mulling how to balance conference, beach, and monsoon gear! There’s a lot to think about as we prepare. Most of us will…
Read MoreDear Colleagues: As we gather for the 2026 ASIS&T Annual Meeting, there is much to celebrate and even more to anticipate. This year’s meeting reflects the vitality, reach, and growing influence of our community. With more than 450 attendees representing 31 countries, the Annual Meeting once again demonstrates the global nature of information science and…
Read MoreASIS&T Seeks an Editor-in-Chief, Information Matters The Association for Information Science & Technology (ASIS&T) invites a passionate, curious, and creative self-starter eager for a new challenge to apply for an exciting service and leadership role as the Editor-in-Chief of Information Matters. The search will take place over the next several months, with selection anticipated in…
Read MoreASIS&T would like to recognize and thank the 1250 different individuals who gave their time and talents to the association this year and/or committed to a service role in the coming year. These individuals served on committees, SIGs, Chapters, Award Juries, as reviewers for the Annual Meeting, JASIST, and ARIST, and on various Editorial Boards.…
Read MoreThe ASIS&T Headquarters team is preparing to travel to Bangkok for the ASIS&T Annual Meeting, and we are excited to welcome attendees from around the world! During the conference, many staff members will be onsite assisting with registration, attendee services, and event operations. As a result, response times may be slower than usual, and we…
Read MoreThe ASIS&T Research Engagement Committee (REC) has developed a multi-part module series titled “Sharpening your Research Skills (SRS) Modules Series: Translating Research for Practice”. This series provides actionable research knowledge, particularly aimed at practitioners, students, early career professionals, and those from developing countries. It aims to address a range of research training needs – from…
Read MoreThe ASIS&T Continuing Education (CE) Scholarship supports experienced information professionals in advancing their knowledge and skills through professional development opportunities. Designed for individuals with at least 15 years of experience in the field, the scholarship provides funding of up to $2,000 toward an approved continuing education course. This award recognizes a commitment to lifelong learning…
Read MoreISS/SLC27 Call for Proposals is Now Open! Trust, Expertise and Value in a Post-AI World The Curtis Hotel | Denver, Colorado, USA May 22-25, 2027 Your Expertise. Your Ideas. Your Opportunity to Inspire! As AI and emerging technologies continue to reshape our profession, the value of human expertise, trust, and meaningful connections has never been…
Read MoreRegister Now AM26 Bangkok: There is Still Time to Register! Registration is still open! Don’t miss your chance to learn from leading experts, discover fresh ideas, and connect with the global information science community! Registration rates increase after October 27, so click here to register today. Be sure to explore our exciting workshops and symposia…
Read MoreRegister Now The ASIS&T AM26 Experience Continues Virtually! December 2-4, 2026 | ASIS&T Virtual Satellite Meeting The learning and connections don’t stop in Bangkok! Join us for the ASIS&T AM26 Virtual Satellite Meeting, featuring an exciting lineup of international presenters sharing innovative research, fresh perspectives, and the latest trends shaping information science. Great News for…
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