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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting - In Person
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for details.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-in-person/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T152151Z
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SUMMARY:Members' Council - In Person Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for details.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/members-council-in-person-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Members' Council Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T150000
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SUMMARY:ConsortiaManager Review Session
DESCRIPTION:Review how to use Consortia Manager to process your renewals\, update your institution’s profile\, request quotes\, review offers\, view invoices\, and more! Pop in with a quick question\, or stay for a full overview. \n  \n\nApril 21st @ 11 am – Register here\n\n  \n\nMay 21st @ 2 pm – Register here
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/consortiamanager-review-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T150000
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CREATED:20250718T152031Z
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UID:36699-1776949200-1776956400@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for meeting link and documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-29/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
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CREATED:20260327T190725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T190946Z
UID:39951-1776769200-1776772800@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:ConsortiaManager Review Session
DESCRIPTION:Review how to use Consortia Manager to process your renewals\, update your institution’s profile\, request quotes\, review offers\, view invoices\, and more! Pop in with a quick question\, or stay for a full overview. \n  \n\nApril 21st @ 11 am – Register here\n\n  \n\nMay 21st @ 2 pm – Register here
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/consortiamanager-review-session/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T120000
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CREATED:20260310T215148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T215148Z
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SUMMARY:APA Style Manual Demo for VALE
DESCRIPTION:There will be an APA Style Manual demo on Tuesday\, April 7th at 11 am. Register here to attend: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/nEFiz7f1Ru6ahhYgB8ZIFw#/registration  \n\nAPA Style Manual is the American Psychological Association’s (APA) digital\, full-text version of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association\, available across your entire institution.\nAPA is hosting a webinar for VALE consortia members on April 7th at 11:00am ET to demonstrate the content\, features\, and interactive lessons available within this new institutional resource.\nAvailable both on campus and off campus\, the APA Style Manual is the authoritative\, institution-wide resource that equips every student with accessible\, mobile-responsive\, and annotatable access to the most widely used academic writing style guide in the world.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/apa-style-manual-demo-for-vale/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T150000
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for zoom link and meeting documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-28/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250718T151839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151839Z
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SUMMARY:Members' Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for zoom link and meeting documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/members-council-meeting-12/
CATEGORIES:Members' Council Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000
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CREATED:20250718T151720Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee FY27 Budget Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for zoom link and meeting documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-fy27-budget-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Budget Meeting,Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
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SUMMARY:PressReader Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of global content with PressReader! \nRegister Here \nJoin us for an engaging webinar designed for libraries\, academic institutions\, and organizations looking to elevate their digital offerings. Discover how PressReader’s all‑in‑one platform delivers unlimited access to over 7\,000 newspapers and magazines from 120+ countries in 60+ languages\, helping you support research\, language learning\, community engagement\, and wellbeing. \nDuring this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow institutions are using PressReader to enrich learning and leisure reading\nBest practices for driving engagement across diverse user groups\nPlatform features and tools that simplify access and reporting\nWays global content can strengthen inclusivity and digital literacy initiatives\n\nSpecial Offer:\nAll webinar attendees are invited to activate a one‑month institutional complimentary trial of PressReader—giving your entire community seamless access to our full catalog. Experience the impact firsthand with analytics\, unlimited access\, and customized support throughout your trial period. \nAcademic Libraries One Pager \nTitle List
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/39264/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20251204T164647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T165354Z
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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Research\, Publishing & Instruction with a Deep Dive into Three Essential IEEE Solutions  for Your Institution
DESCRIPTION:Vale IEEE_January 2026 \nJoin us for a specialized session featuring three cutting-edge IEEE platforms that directly address the need for real-world data\, hands-on experimentation\, and ethical compliance in high-impact research and instruction. Learn how to integrate these solutions to secure grant funding\, drive publishable research\, produce industry-ready graduates\, and more. \nREGISTER HERE: https://registerieeexplore.wufoo.com/forms/elevate-your-research-publishing-instruction/ \n1. IEEE CertifAIED™ AI Ethics Professional Certification\nLead the Global Movement for Responsible AI \nFor Faculty & Researchers: Gain a globally recognized certification that aligns with emerging regulations like the U.S. AI Regulation and EU AI Act. Master essential skills for ethical AI development – transparency\, bias mitigation\, privacy and accountability – using IEEE’s trusted standards. Ideal for faculty\, researchers\, and students with at least one year of AI or project management experience. \nImpact: Ensure your research and curriculum are compliant\, defensible\, and future-ready\, positioning your institution at the forefront of the responsible technology education. \n2. IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed\nAdvance the Frontier of Wireless Technology \nFor Faculty: Bring theory to life with a high-fidelity\, open-source 5G/6G testing platform for hands-on and cross-disciplinary projects. Empower students to develop practical\, career-ready skills in 5G/G technologies. \nFor Researchers: Secure\, cloud-based access to a real-world testbed for next-generation experimentation. Validate your algorithms and protocols in a customizable environment supporting IoT\, AI/ML\, and edge computing integration – essential for grant-winning research in engineering and computer science. \n3. National Transportation Data & Analytics Solution (NTDAS)\nTurn Real-World Data into Research Breakthroughs \nFor Faculty: Move beyond simulations with real-world data sets to visualize trends\, model complex systems\, and develop data-driven policy recommendations. Empower students with hands-on experience in transportation analytics\, building skills that translate directly to careers in infrastructure and mobility. \nFor Researchers: Instantly access and analyze billions of anonymized traffic data points across 1 million U.S. Road segments. Conduct advanced\, publishable studies in civil engineering\, urban planning\, supply chain and logistics\, transportation and more using the same industry-grade analytics trusted by the U.S. Federal Highway Administration.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/elevate-your-research-publishing-instruction-with-a-deep-dive-into-three-essential-ieee-solutions-for-your-institution/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250710T135650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T141305Z
UID:36535-1767945600-1767978000@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:2026 New Jersey Academic Libraries Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 New Jersey Academic Libraries Conference\nLeadership\, Partnership\, Empowerment: Libraries Advancing Success in Higher Education\n \n\n\n\n Kean University\, Union\, NJ\n\n\n Friday\, January 9\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nCall for proposals and registration information coming soon to https://tinyurl.com/njalc26.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/2026-new-jersey-academic-libraries-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000
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CREATED:20250718T151603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151603Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for zoom link and meeting documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-27/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20251125T161456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T161456Z
UID:38498-1764667800-1764675000@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Harnessing Self Awareness - Professional Development Training
DESCRIPTION:VALE’s Professional Development Task Force invites you to attend “Harnessing Self Awareness”\, an interactive\, participatory session presented by WorkWise Labs\, designed to help explore how self-awareness can enhance your professional effectiveness\, communication\, and collaboration. Through guided activities and reflection\, you will gain insights into your own behaviors and how they impact your work and relationships. \n\nProgram Topic: Harnessing Self-Awareness\nDate and Time: December 2\, 2025 from 9:30am-11:30am\nVirtual or In-Person: Virtual\nRegistration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dOiA9F50Rm6ZG38zUaI9Qg\n\n# of Participants: Max 30 participants \n\nRegistration is first come first served and is limited to one attendee per member institution.\nIf capacity is not reached\, registration may be opened to multiple attendees per institution.\n\nIt is not recommended for multiple attendees to share one screen as the program is about self-awareness and an opportunity for personal reflection. \nWork Wise Labs sessions are interactive and participatory. \nExpectations for Participants: \n\nShow up on time\nStay for the entirety of the session\nCameras will be on (whenever possible)\nParticipate in the interactive session\n\nProgram Description:\nSelf-awareness is the foundation of emotional intelligence\, yet research shows that while most people believe they are self-aware\, only a small percentage truly are. This interactive workshop will help participants explore the key components of self-awareness and develop practical strategies for deepening their understanding of themselves and their impact on others. Through engaging discussions and exercises\, we will examine private self-awareness—knowing our values\, passions\, aspirations\, and ideal environments—and public self-awareness—understanding how our reactions\, patterns\, and behaviors shape the way others perceive us. Using the framework of “The Mirror and the Portrait\,” participants will reflect on how they see themselves versus how they are seen by others\, uncovering valuable insights to enhance their personal and professional growth. \nIf there are any questions or comments\, please contact Elissa Zylbershlag (elissa@workwiselabs.com) or a member of the PD Task Force: \n\nConsuella Askew (consuella.askew@rutgers.edu)\, VP for University Libraries\, Rutgers\nEvelyn Frangakis (evelyn.frangakis@ptsem.edu)\, Chair VALE Exec. Committee\nRalph Bingham (ralph@librarylinknj.org)\, Executive Director of LibraryLinkNJ
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/harnessing-self-awareness-professional-development-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250912T193844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T194207Z
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SUMMARY:Book Mending Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Registration will open October 1: https://librarylinknj.org/calendar/book-mending-workshop-0 \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand! Following our hugely successful Spring 2025 Book Mending Workshop\, we’re offering two opportunities for library staff to join us in person to learn book mending techniques for circulating library materials. \nJoin LibraryLinkNJ and VALE New Jersey for this in-person workshop on book mending techniques. This hands-on version of the Spring 2025 book mending lecture will allow participants to do basic book repair\, including page tipping\, page repair\, corner(s)\, cover(s)\,  spine repair\, hinge(s)\, and more. \nNew Jersey librarian Stephanie Sussmeier of Stockton University will walk us through the above\, as well as discuss book repair products\, everyday items that can be used for book repair that are also budget friendly\, what product is best for type of book (hardback vs. paperback)\, cover the pros and cons of book treatments\, and review the general lifespan of certain book repair treatments. Attendees will also have the opportunity to engage in some hands-on practice! \nThe repair techniques covered in this workshop are intended for circulating materials. We will not be covering historic preservation or repair of rare books. \nThis two hour in-person event is limited to 20 participants per time-slot\, so save the date today!\nRegistration will open October 1 at 8:30am. \nAbout the Presenter:  \n\nStephanie Sussmeier\, Metadata Librarian\, Stockton University.\nStephanie’s previous roles include Discovery Archivist at Avalon History Center/Avalon Free Public Library and Special Collections and Archives Librarian at Westminster Choir College of Rider University.\nStephanie has been doing book repair and preservation for about 15 years.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information\n\n\n\nRegistration for this in-person event is limited to 20 individuals per time-slot\nPlease register for only one of the time-slots\nAn active LibraryLinkNJ user account is required for registration; we encourage you to resolve account issues or set up your online account ahead of the registration date\nRegistration will open Wednesday\, October 1st at 8:30am\n\n\n\nLink to Online Registration\n\n\nClick Here to Register for the Morning Session (10am-12pm)\nClick Here to Register for the Afternoon Session (1:30pm-3:30pm)
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/book-mending-workshops/
LOCATION:Princeton Theological Seminary\, 25 Library Place\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250718T151433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invitation for zoom link and meeting documents.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-26/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250718T151150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151150Z
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SUMMARY:Members' Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for meeting link and documents folder.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/members-council-meeting-11/
CATEGORIES:Members' Council Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20251008T204607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T204909Z
UID:37828-1761649200-1761652800@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:PolicyMap Webinar: New Data & Classroom Applications
DESCRIPTION:Tue\, Oct 28\, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT \nRegister Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6283107970422081373 \nJoin us for an online webinar for academia to learn about PolicyMap’s newest data additions\, including Claritas PRIZM Premier Data\, Moody’s Housing Gap Estimates\, our many SDOH indicators\, and much more. We will highlight various classroom applications for a wide range of disciplines such as public health\, nursing\, social work\, business\, and urban planning. This webinar will also provide an opportunity for a Q&A. Enhance your research and curriculum development with PolicyMap! \nProduct description: \nPolicyMap is an online mapping and data platform designed to make complex data accessible for research\, teaching\, and community impact. With more than 75\,000 indicators from trusted public and proprietary sources\, PolicyMap helps faculty\, students\, and library users visualize local trends in health\, housing\, demographics\, education\, and the economy. Users can easily create maps\, download data\, and generate reports to support research\, curriculum development\, grant writing\, and classroom projects—all without requiring GIS expertise. \nLearn More: https://www.policymap.com/
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/policymap-webinar-new-data-classroom-applications/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20251014T144757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T144833Z
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SUMMARY:Champion Underrepresented Identities with Lived Places Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/dtUlBqVWQwufw1t5i1U3Tg \nChampion Underrepresented Identities with LPP \nLived Places Publishing (LPP) is a small\, independent publisher of applied\, concise course readings that represent often marginalized people. As Information Today recently wrote\, “LPP is an ambitious and intimate endeavor with the goal to bridge identity and place\, scholarship and story­telling\, rigor and empathy.” \nCovering topics like Disability Studies\, Black Studies\, Queer and LGBT+ Studies\, and Carceral Studies\, LPP’s titles are written by\, or about\, real people who are experiencing the challenges and joy of their identity in the context of place. According to Library Journal\, “…Readers can immerse themselves in (LPP’s) stories of Korean gay men in Seattle\, a Mexican American family in Texas\, a woman who owns a small business in the U.S. rust belt\, a woman with undiagnosed autism in New York\, and members of the Buddhist minority in Bangladesh…Theirs are personal stories coupled with conventional scholarship.”   \nLPP’s Publisher and Co-founder\, David Parker\, is inviting VALE members to participate in a live\, interactive webinar on Friday\, Oct. 24 at 10:30am EST.  \nDuring the webinar you will learn\, and if you’d like\, provide input on how LPP: \n\nHelps faculty increase student engagement\, compassion\, and critical thinking: LPP’s titles include suggested learning objectives and activities that can easily be added to their syllabi.   \nSupports Open Access: 5% of each sale funds LPP’s open access titles.  \nOffers library-friendly terms: LPP offers a perpetual access model with unrestricted access\, no DRM\, and whole ebook ILL as well as an affordable subscription.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/37907/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250922T172458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T131338Z
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SUMMARY:EBSCO Day
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nFull Agenda and Registration Links Here \n9am-9:45am – OpenAthens \n\nWith strict privacy standards becoming the norm in academic institutions\, learn about all of the benefits of OpenAthens\, a modern SSO technology that offers easy online access to all library resources. Seamless and simplified access- the complete solution for authentication.\n\n10am-10:30am – EBSCO Updates/New Developments \n\nStay up to date with EBSCO’s latest innovations and offerings. This session will highlight recently released and upcoming databases and digital magazine archives\, AI updates and more.\n\n11am-11:45am Panorama \n\nDiscover the future of library analytics with Panorama\, the first library analytics platform that allows you to automate workflows and uncover insights not accessible until now. Emphasis on Panorama’s new Read & Publish dashboards that enable libraries to easily collect data to analyze the value of current and potential transformative agreements.\n\n1pm-2:15pm Folio/eReservePlus \n\nStay ahead with the latest updates from EBSCO\, including exciting enhancements to FOLIO\, the open-source library services platform\, and e-Reserve Plus\, a powerful course reserves solution.\n\n2:30pm-3pm – eBooks/Mosaic \n\nThere is much to discuss about eBooks right now. We will provide an overview of EBSCO eBooks\, including our commitment to the perpetual license acquisition model\, discuss new eBook initiatives\, and share logistical considerations for transitioning existing eBook workflows to EBSCO. We will also briefly introduce Mosaic\, the new book acquisition platform from GOBI Library Solutions\, designed to simplify and enhance e-book purchasing for academic libraries.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/ebsco-day/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250813T151633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T214146Z
UID:37024-1759834800-1759838400@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:The Future of Digital Collection Stewardship and Management
DESCRIPTION:Join JSTOR for an engaging webinar specifically for VALE on the future of digital collection stewardship. Library and special collections leaders have helped us understand that significant challenges exist toward the beginning of the archival process\, well before discovery and access. Early stages\, including metadata creation\, involve time-consuming manual work that is difficult to scale. Today\, JSTOR is prepared to play a transformative role in improving access\, usability\, and collection preservation\, similar to how we converted journal archives to digital form to expand knowledge nearly 30 years ago. \n\nThis webinar will showcase JSTOR Digital Stewardship Services and the flexible\, scalable options for all libraries and archives. We’ll also be sharing a behind-the-scenes look of Seeklight\, the first of its kind AI metadata and collections processing tool. \nRegister: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/S3U0KgdeR9iOdSVzz0xrzg\n\n 
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/jstor-demo/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250731T200929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T194748Z
UID:36896-1758794400-1758798000@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:APA Style Manual Access for VALE
DESCRIPTION:Register here.\n\nAPA just launched APA Style Manual\, the official digital version of the Publication Manual of the APA.\n\n\nHere’s your chance for an up-close look at the APA Style Manual\, the APA’s digital\, full-text version of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. \nAvailable both on campus and off campus\, the APA Style Manual is the authoritative\, institution-wide resource that equips every student with accessible\, mobile-responsive\, and annotatable access to the most widely used academic writing style guide in the world. \nJoin us for a demo of the APA Style Manual\, and explore the content\, features\, and tools available within this new institutional resource\, including: \n\n\nCover-to-cover digital access to the latest edition of the Publication Manual\nUnlimited seats for institution-wide use both on campus and off campus\, on any device\nIntuitive tools to search\, highlight\, and annotate content\nLessons that present Publication Manual content in an engaging\, approachable way\nMobile responsive and accessible content and design
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/apa-style-manual-access-for-vale/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250813T150534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T145959Z
UID:37019-1758614400-1758628800@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Integrating AI into Academic Library Workflows - Hands On Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Please click here to Register. \n\n  \nPlease click here to see the overview and the full agenda.  \n\n\n  \nThis interactive in person workshop is designed for academic librarians seeking to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, Open Access (OA) content\, and institutional library tools into their instructional practices and library outreach. Librarians will explore practical AI tools to enhance their instructional design\, user engagement\, and content delivery. They will also learn to embed open access and library-curated content directly into Canvas to support faculty and students more effectively. \nThe session will include demonstrations\, hands-on activities\, and discussions on the ethical use of AI in academic settings. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify AI tools relevant to library instruction\, content creation\, and research support.\nUse AI to design and enhance information literacy sessions and asynchronous modules.\nIntegrate library tools\, OA content\, and AI-generated materials into Canvas courses.\nUnderstand ethical considerations and promote responsible use of AI in academic settings.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/integrating-ai-into-academic-library-workflows-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Kean University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250718T151018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T151018Z
UID:36685-1758200400-1758207600@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:See calendar invite for zoom link & agenda.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250731T183323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T191655Z
UID:36892-1756206000-1756209600@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Britannica Education Demo
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 26 at 11 am \nRegister Here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/8CFUe6fITWa5cULHUl9LSA
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/britannica-education-demo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250731T182605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192241Z
UID:36890-1755597600-1755601200@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:ProQuest New eBooks Subscription Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:As a follow up to the ProQuest New eBooks Subscription Overview & Info Session that was held on Tuesday\, July 8\, at 10 am\, we are holding a Q&A session with ProQuest on Tuesday\, August 19th at 10 am via Teams.\n\nRegister here to receive a calendar invite and Teams link: https://forms.gle/14ug4ccYWhmv71E58 \nBring your questions\, if you were unable to attend the overview demo on July 8\, or would like a refresher\, you can find the recording\, slides\, information\, title lists\, and more here:\nhttps://clarivate-p.allego.com/ZgQNtHANwIdf3JZ
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/proquest-new-ebooks-subscription-qa-session/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20240812T193407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T193407Z
UID:32197-1752757200-1752764400@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Executive Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:via Zoom. Contact the Program Manager if you have not received a calendar invite/zoom link.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/executive-committee-meeting-24/
CATEGORIES:Executive Committee Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250611T213340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T213340Z
UID:35893-1752573600-1752577200@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:eHRAF at Yale Anthropology Databases Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Human Relations Area Files (HRAF) at Yale University is internationally recognized as the provider of the world’s largest anthropological database. HRAF is a membership supported nonprofit organization affiliated with Yale that provides scholarly resources for research\, teaching\, and learning. \nHRAF’s two main databases\, eHRAF World Cultures and eHRAF Archaeology\, contain a vast amount of ethnographic and archaeological data\, meticulously indexed and curated by anthropologists. \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 15 at 10:00 am for an informative zoom workshop exclusively for VALE member institution staff\, faculty\, and librarians\, where the following will be covered:\n\n\nOverview of eHRAF World Cultures and eHRAF Archaeology\nAdvanced Search\, Save and Annotate Search Results\nTeaching with eHRAF and using the eHRAF Workbooks\n\nRegister Here:  \nhttps://yale.zoom.us/meeting/register/NGt_qGTISVOtMm7v67cjrw
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/ehraf-at-yale-anthropology-databases-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250609T145454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T145454Z
UID:35772-1752141600-1752143400@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:Open Journal Finder: A Smarter Way to Guide Researchers on Where to Publish
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, students and researchers ask:\n➡️ Where can I publish my work?\n➡️ Which journals match my topic — and are Open Access?\n➡️ What are the APC costs — or is the APC already covered by the library? \nOpen Journal Finder (OJF) from ConsortiaManager is here to answer those questions — instantly. \nWhether or not your institution has Read & Publish agreements\, OJF is a powerful discovery tool that helps faculty identify suitable\, legitimate journals for both Open Access and subscription-based publishing. With coverage of over 75\,000 journals across all subject areas\, OJF consolidates essential information into one intuitive\, searchable interface — so researchers spend less time confused\, and librarians spend less time answering the same recurring questions. \n🧠 In this session\, you’ll learn how OJF can help you:\n✅ Support students and researchers in navigating where to publish\n✅ Provide guidance on Open Access options\, licensing\, and journal policies\n✅ Reduce the risk of publishing in predatory or non-compliant journals\n✅ Free up librarian time from repetitive queries and spreadsheet digging\n✅ Maximize the value of existing publishing agreements and avoid double-dipping \nWebinar Details:\n🗓️ Thursday\, July 10th\, 10:00-10:30 AM (EDT)\n📍 Registration via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Clc8j_VKRuK5iEsTCX90lg\n💡 Includes live Q&A and demo \nWhether your goal is to support Open Access\, meet compliance mandates\, or simply empower your researchers\, Open Journal Finder helps you do it more efficiently and transparently. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/open-journal-finder-a-smarter-way-to-guide-researchers-on-where-to-publish/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T104500
DTSTAMP:20260404T124549
CREATED:20250521T192324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T150040Z
UID:35500-1751968800-1751971500@vale.njedge.net
SUMMARY:ProQuest New Ebooks Subscription Overview & Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: https://forms.gle/TZv4RUA6cJNNmTVk6 \nAbout ProQuest Ebooks \nProQuest Ebooks is a new solution that enables libraries to provide uninterrupted access to high-quality content at a greater scale. With over 700\,000 titles\, ProQuest Ebooks is our most comprehensive subscription of multidisciplinary scholarly ebooks\, continually updated to support a wide range of academic disciplines and unique interests. \nProQuest Ebooks is curated by a team of in-house librarians and subject matter experts\, ensuring you can deliver the content that drives research excellence and student success. Content highlights include: \n\nBroad\, multidisciplinary coverage with over 700\,000 unlimited-access ebooks spanning key disciplines\, trending subject areas\, and content to support students’ supplemental needs and interests\nOver 4\,000+ publishers represented\, including notable scholarly publishers\, 290+ university presses\, and niche and specialized publishers\n87\,000+ notable and award-winning titles from CHOICE\, DOODY’s\, Book Citation Index\, and more\n137\,000+ DRM-Free titles for friction-free access\n190\,000+ non-English titles in over 60 languages to support the needs of global researchers\n\nPlatform Highlights: \nProQuest Ebooks is available on our award-winning Ebook Central platform. We are excited to share several enhancements to support today’s researchers\, including: \n\nEbook Central Research Assistant (Now available!): a responsibly developed AI tool that guides students to effectively assess the relevance of each chapter and book\, helping to review\, analyze\, and explore new ideas with ease. Powered by trusted Academic AI\, students can expect reliable outputs on high-quality scholarly content with instant chapter insights\, key concepts\, and features that create deeper learning and enrich the research process.\nDigital Accessibility: Accessibility is at the forefront of our design\, with various features\, assistive technologies\, and EPUB Reader included to ensure equal access for users. We recently switched the default online reading format on Ebook Central from PDF to EPUB. EPUB is a responsive format that adjusts to screen sizes\, making it compatible with assistive technologies like screen readers and ensuring a more inclusive experience for all users.  Read the FAQs for more information.  \nThe Ebook Central Reader App\, providing secure\, on-the-go access and a seamless user experience. The new mobile app will provide library users with an easy way to download and read ebooks from their library\, and will offer improved accessibility against the current Adobe Digital Editions reader experience. Expected release is mid-2025.
URL:https://vale.njedge.net/event/proquest-new-ebooks-subscription-overview-info-session/
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