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Call for Participation: SIG SI’s 10th Annual Social Informatics Research Symposium

June 18, 2014

ASIS&T SIG SI, along with our co-sponsor the Rob Kling Center for Social Informatics at Indiana University, is happy to announce the Call for Papers and Participation for our 10th Annual Social Informatics Research Symposium: Connecting (Epistemic) Cultures and (Intellectual) Communities. The symposium will take place on November 1st as part of the ASIS&T 2014 Annual Meeting in Seattle. The deadline for paper, poster, and panel proposals is August…

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New Newsletter Category

June 4, 2014

The ESC newsletter gets an update! The new category “I was at…” will give you the chance to share your experience from conferences around the world. This category replaces the former “Reports” category where students wrote summaries of conferences they have attended. By introducing the new category, we would like to bring the focus on you as…

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Leveraging the Power of FRBR in Library Data

May 14, 2014

Diane will describe the ongoing efforts of OCLC Research to apply principles of the FRBR model to the WorldCat database. OCLC’s FRBR activity involves grouping bibliographic records into work clusters based on author and title information in bibliographic and authority records. The results of the clustering are visible in WorldCat.org and as experimental linked data…

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Slides and video now available — The Spider and the Web

May 13, 2014

Thanks to everyone who turned out for our 2014 Networking Dinner on the 7th!  It was a great event with a timely presentation on information policy by Bryant University’s Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. José-Marie Griffiths.  If you were unable to attend, be sure to check out Dr. Griffiths’ presentation, recorded and made available…

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And the Winners Are…

May 6, 2014

The ESC Student Chapter congratulates the winners of the first “Movie meets Science” contest 2014! Three amazing videos have been submitted and your votes have decided: If you have missed to watch a video, no worries! All videos are online on YouTube. We like to thank all contributors for their engagement. You are very inspiring…

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Dr. Allen Kent, Distinguished Service Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, Passed Away at 92 Years

May 1, 2014

Posted on May 1, 2014 by ASIS&T Staff Age 92, on Thursday, May 1, 2014, helped change the world through his pioneering work in computer technology. Born in Harlem, New York, in 1921, Kent was the son a a tailor. He attended City College of New York. Studying chemistry and served in the U.S. Air…

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Gretchen Whitney Passed

April 30, 2014

Posted on April 30, 2014 by ASIS&T Staff KNOXVILLE – – In Memoriam: Gretchen Whitney, UT Knoxville School of Information Sciences retired associate professor, passed away in early April. She graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. She completed her doctorate at the University of Michigan…

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Columbus Metropolitan Library Aspirational Building Program

April 27, 2014

Join the Central Ohio Chapter of the Association for Information Science and Technology (COASIS&T) and learn all about CML’s ambitious building program: 10 buildings in 3 years. Always an industry leader, CML is putting into play new library concepts and finding fresh ways to make its strategies come to life in three-dimensional space. The first…

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New book on “Social Informatics: Past, Present and Future”

April 15, 2014

We are very happy to announce publication of the book Social Informatics: Past, Present and Future, edited by SIG SI co-chairs Pnina Fichman and Howard Rosenbaum of the Indiana University School of Informatics and Computing and the Rob Kling Center for Social Informatics. The book is a collection of twelve chapters, many originating from SIG SI symposium papers, that provides a state-of-the-art…

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Contextual Inquiry: A Must-Have Method For Your User Research Toolbox

April 9, 2014

Join us for SIG USE Webinar on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, 2:00pm-3:30pm (EDT) Instructor: Kate Lawrence & Deirdre Costello Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2014 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST Cost: FREE for ASIS&T members, $45 for non-members Reservation:  Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: http://www.asis.org/Conferences/webinars/USEWebinar-4-16-2014-register.html  After registering you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the Webinar. This session will feature…

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President’s Message, October 2026

October 22, 2026

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…

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From Your Executive Director, October 2026

October 22, 2026

Dear 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…

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Information Matters Editor Search 2027

October 22, 2026

ASIS&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…

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2025-2026 Volunteer Recognition

October 22, 2026

ASIS&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.…

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ASIS&T Staffing During the 2026 Annual Meeting

October 22, 2026

The 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…

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Module Series for Early Career Researchers

October 22, 2026

The 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…

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Continuing Education Scholarship Applications Winners

October 22, 2026

The 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…

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ISS/SLC27 Updates

October 22, 2026

ISS/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…

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AM26 Updates

October 22, 2026

Register 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…

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AM26 Virtual Satellite Meeting Updates

October 22, 2026

Register 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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