Session Listing

Using content from the U-M “Bias in Everyday Life” program, this training session is to help those serving on search committees to identify how bias may creep into the search process and learn how to interrupt that bias. The URL for this session will be included in the confirmation message you receive 5-10 minutes after you register, as well as in an automatic reminder message … Continue reading Bias Interruption Training for Search Committees »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our second accessibility lesson. During this workshop, we’ll focus on creating accessible links within your research guides. Good link text helps all users, especially those using screen readers, understand link destinations and behaviors. If you can’t make it to this session, please register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwards! Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu. The URL … Continue reading Descriptive Links: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »

Location: Hybrid, Zoom and Hatcher Gallery Lab (100H) Our library community is invited to join a dynamic event that supports anti-racism in library collection work and will help launch a Library Collections Anti-Racism Community of Practice: a collaborative, action-focused network dedicated to advancing anti-racist practices in all facets of collection-related activities. Presenters will give lightning talks (5–7 minutes each), followed by Q&A and open discussion. … Continue reading Lightning Talks on Anti-Racism Work in Library Collections »

The objective of this training session is to lessen the likelihood that bias in candidate feedback will have a negative impact on search results.  Required of anyone who will be a part of an interview group for the library within one year of participating in candidate interviews. The training is encouraged for all library colleagues, especially those who may, at any point, provide feedback on … Continue reading Interrupting Bias in Candidate Feedback Processes »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our third accessibility lesson. During this workshop, we’ll focus on creating accessible text within your research guides. If you can’t make it to this session, please register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwards! Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu.   The URL for this online session will be included in the confirmation message you receive 5-10 minutes … Continue reading Textual Content: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »

Date/Time/Location: Monday, October 6, 10-11:30 am, Zoom (link provided upon registration) The Management Development Committee invites hiring managers, search committees, and supervisors to register for the Talent Acquisition Bootcamp, presented by the University Human Resources (UHR) Talent Acquisition team. This interactive course will help you: Implement inclusive hiring strategies Reduce subjectivity using proven tools Solve today’s hiring challenges What you’ll gain: Positive impact on your … Continue reading Talent Acquisition Bootcamp Part 1 »

Using content from the U-M “Bias in Everyday Life” program, this training session is to help those serving on search committees to identify how bias may creep into the search process and learn how to interrupt that bias. The URL for this session will be included in the confirmation message you receive 5-10 minutes after you register, as well as in an automatic reminder message … Continue reading Bias Interruption Training for Search Committees »

Date/Time/Location: Monday, October 20, 2025 / 10:00 – 11:30 am / Zoom (link provided upon registration) Talent Acquisition Bootcamp – Part #2 Once again, the Management Development Committee invites hiring managers, search committees members, and all supervisors to register for the Talent Acquisition Bootcamp #2, presented by the University Human Resources (UHR) Talent Acquisition team. If you weren’t able to attend Part 1, that’s completely … Continue reading Talent Acquisition Bootcamp Part 2 »

The objective of this training session is to lessen the likelihood that bias in candidate feedback will have a negative impact on search results.  Required of anyone who will be a part of an interview group for the library within one year of participating in candidate interviews. The training is encouraged for all library colleagues, especially those who may, at any point, provide feedback on … Continue reading Interrupting Bias in Candidate Feedback Processes »

Learn how to navigate OverDrive Marketplace, the different OverDrive licenses, and how to create and submit carts for purchase for the library’s OverDrive/Libby collection. (Registered participants will receive login information approx. one day before the session.)

Learn how to navigate OverDrive Marketplace, the different OverDrive licenses, and how to create and submit carts for purchase for the library’s OverDrive/Libby collection. (Registered participants will receive login information approx. one day before the session.)

This workshop is a library-centric version of ITS’s self-guided course about using Panorama to improve digital accessibility of course materials. In addition to introducing the essential skills you’ll need to create an inclusive Canvas learning environment for all students, we will explore opportunities for library specialists to partner with instructors to locate and share the most accessible versions of Library resources. The Zoom URL will … Continue reading Using Panorama for accessibility in Canvas »

Event: October 29, 2025, 1–2:00 pm Location: Hybrid, Zoom and Hatcher Gallery Lab (100H) In September, our library community was invited to join a dynamic event that supported anti-racism in library collection work with the goal of launching a Library Collections Anti-Racism Community of Practice, a collaborative, action-focused network dedicated to advancing anti-racist practices in all facets of collection-related activities.  View the full speaker lineup … Continue reading Continuing the Conversation: Q & A on Anti-Racism Work in Library Collections »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our fourth accessibility lesson. During this workshop, we’ll focus on making your linked documents (e.g., slides and uploaded PDFs) and forms associated with your research guides accessible. If you can’t make it to this session, please register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwards! Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu.   The URL for this online session will … Continue reading Linked Documents & Forms: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »

Using content from the U-M “Bias in Everyday Life” program, this training session is to help those serving on search committees to identify how bias may creep into the search process and learn how to interrupt that bias. The URL for this session will be included in the confirmation message you receive 5-10 minutes after you register, as well as in an automatic reminder message … Continue reading Bias Interruption Training for Search Committees »

Join us for a hands-on craft workshop where you’ll learn how to transform/upcycle a Beanie Baby (or similar plush toy) into a soft weight! No prior sewing experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide all the materials and step-by-step guidance you need. In this session, you will: >Carefully open your Beanie Baby, remove the original beans, and add a weightier filler material. >Re-stuff … Continue reading Beanie Baby Soft Weights »

Join us for a hands-on craft workshop where you’ll learn how to transform/upcycle a Beanie Baby (or similar plush toy) into a soft weight! No prior sewing experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. We’ll provide all the materials and step-by-step guidance you need. In this session, you will: >Carefully open your Beanie Baby, remove the original beans, and add a weightier filler material. >Re-stuff … Continue reading Beanie Baby Soft Weights »

Harnessing the Power of Emotional Intelligence – Presented by Dimyas Perdue of TalentSmart (EQ) Thursday, November 13, 2025 10:00 – 11:30 am Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. EQ consists of four core skills—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. These skills will help build strong, trusting relationships, creating a culture where employees feel heard and valued … Continue reading Harnessing the Power of Emotional Intelligence »

The objective of this training session is to lessen the likelihood that bias in candidate feedback will have a negative impact on search results.  Required of anyone who will be a part of an interview group for the library within one year of participating in candidate interviews. The training is encouraged for all library colleagues, especially those who may, at any point, provide feedback on … Continue reading Interrupting Bias in Candidate Feedback Processes »

Come join the library staff Gaming Guild for some good times and good fun on November 19th, from 12:00-2:00pm on the 8th floor of Hatcher. We’ll be playing the card game Euchre. We will play three rounds and the top two individual scores will come away with swag.  Let’s meet some new co-workers and destress before we start the holiday season in earnest.  Membership in … Continue reading 2nd Annual Gaming Guild Euchre Tournament »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our fifth accessibility lesson. During this workshop, we’ll focus on including accessible media (e.g. embedded videos) within your research guides. If you can’t make it to this session, please register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwards! Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu. The URL for this online session will be included in the confirmation message you receive … Continue reading Embedded Media: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »

Using content from the U-M “Bias in Everyday Life” program, this training session is to help those serving on search committees to identify how bias may creep into the search process and learn how to interrupt that bias. The URL for this session will be included in the confirmation message you receive 5-10 minutes after you register, as well as in an automatic reminder message … Continue reading Bias Interruption Training for Search Committees »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our sixth accessibility lesson of the fall 2025 semester. During this workshop, we’ll focus on the responsible use of tables, tabbed boxes, and custom widgets in Research Guides. We emphasize using these advanced components only when necessary, providing best practices for accessibility with detailed instructions on accessible table features, avoiding tables for visual layout, and making your tabbed … Continue reading Advanced Components: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »

The objective of this training session is to lessen the likelihood that bias in candidate feedback will have a negative impact on search results.  Required of anyone who will be a part of an interview group for the library within one year of participating in candidate interviews. The training is encouraged for all library colleagues, especially those who may, at any point, provide feedback on … Continue reading Interrupting Bias in Candidate Feedback Processes »

Please join the Research Guides Team for our last accessibility lesson of our guide accessibility series. During this workshop, we’ll focus on using automated accessibility testing tools, understanding results, and correcting errors. If you can’t make it to this session, please register anyway and we’ll send you the recording afterwards! Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu. Questions? Reach out to resguidesteam@umich.edu.   The URL for this … Continue reading Automated Testing: Research Guides Accessibility Lessons Series »