All Sessions

From 1910 to 1940, Angel Island was the site of an Immigration Station that functioned like the Ellis Island of the Pacific Coast ushering in immigrants from eighty two countries. In 1970, the site was slated for demolition because of its deteriorated condition; but an alluring discovery saved it and led to renewed interest in the Angel Island Immigration Station. Tour the Museum with some time to look around the island. Field trip includes a bus from the Moscone Center to Pier 41, a ferry across to the island and a shuttle to the museum and return trip.

An interactive day learning and networking for all librarians serving genealogists. Leaders from the library and genealogical industry will cover a variety of topics including strategic planning, partnerships, and serving diverse populations. Luncheon provided by our sponsor, ProQuest. Register here: http://bit.ly/1KxFOtQ

Meeting of RUSA's Executive Committee; this meeting is open to Annual Conference registrants.

If you’re new to RUSA or a longtime member looking for an opportunity to connect with other members and ways to get involved, make sure to put RUSA 101 on your calendar! Spend an hour with us on Friday from 3-4p.m. before heading off to the opening of the exhibit floor. Sponsored by all RUSA Sections.

Committee meeting of the LOKC Task Force

Open House for all RUSA Reference Services Section members and those interested in the work of the section. Committee meetings will take place directly following open house activities. Visitors are welcomed!

A meeting and open house for all History section committees and members.

Every day, bookmobiles bring the world to the communities they serve, extending library programs, services and much more beyond the library’s physical walls. Join bookmobilers from the Bay Area and beyond as they discuss innovative mobile outreach programs and initiatives. Part of Bookmobile Saturday, this 90-minute panel discussion is open to all attendees of ALA Annual Conference.

Long before atom-smashers and deep-space probes, there were no separate classes of people labeled scientists or inventors. Fundamental breakthroughs in science and technology were made by ordinary people who felt a passion to explore, build, and create with the tools at hand. Today, the economic importance of STEM is greater than ever, and devices like 3D printers and rich sources of scientific understanding online can empower individuals to new success—if they are properly motivated to engage with STEM subjects and if they have access to those resources. The role that libraries can play in making those connections has therefore never been more crucial.

John Rennie, editorial director of MHE’s AccessScience, will lead this panel of Makerspace innovators and leading librarians. They will discuss the best practices for libraries that want to encourage hands-on exploration and curiosity-driven learning of STEM subjects, with case studies from successful programs across a wide range of ages. They will also look at exciting new information resources that can help libraries and their users develop the knowledge and skills to participate effectively in a Maker-friendly world.

Where should you turn for advice and best practices about financial education programs? Start with your colleagues from across the country! They’ve got creative and effective strategies for helping customers with their personal finance information needs. Come prepared with your own success stories and questions. Get program ideas you can use right away in your library. Learn how to position your programs for maximum impact. Find out about resources, marketing materials, training opportunities, and more. This interactive discussion session is hosted by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), FINRA Investor Education Foundation, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. Join us to explore how we can build on the success of Smart investing@your library® and Money Smart Week™ year-round at your library.

Description: Libraries can now provide topical insights into resources in their collections rather than simply a list of possible sources. Hear how libraries use Linked Data to improve search engine visibility for their collections, connect searchers with libraries on the websites where they begin their research, and give users context for library resources identified in search results. See Linked Data “in Action” in knowledge cards and Works-level entries in a popular discovery service.

The RSS Health and Medical Reference Committee will meet to discuss ongoing and new business of the committee. All are welcome, and new members are encouraged!

Meeting of the RSS Communication and Teaching at the Point of Need Committee, held in conjunction with the RUSA RSS All-Committee Meeting and Open House.

This is an open meeting of the RSS Education and Professional Development for Reference Committee. We will discuss our State of Reference Education Project, make preparations for our discussion forum at this conference, discuss plans for an event at ALA Annual 2016, and discuss plans for a survey about professional development needs of reference librarians. All are welcome to attend!

Meeting of the RUSA RSS Evaluation of Reference and User Services Committee, held in conjunction with the RUSA RSS All-Committee Meeting and Open House.

Quarterly meeting of the RSS Library Services to an Aging Population Committee members and friends. Held during the RUSA RSS All-Committee Meeting and Open House.

Official meeting of RSS Library Services to the Spanish Speaking Committee, held in conjunction with the RSS All-Committee Meeting and Open House.

Meeting of the RSS Virtual Reference Tutorial Subcommittee. All are welcome to attend.

Committee meeting of the RSS Young Adult Reference Services Committee, held in conjunction with the RSS All-Committee Meeting and Open House. All are welcome!

Meeting of the Executive Committee of the MARS Section.