2026 New Jersey Academic Libraries Conference
2026-01-09 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
2026 New Jersey Academic Libraries Conference
Leadership, Partnership, Empowerment: Libraries Advancing Success in Higher Education

Kean University, Union, NJ

Friday, January 9, 2026

Call for proposals and registration information coming soon to https://tinyurl.com/njalc26.

Elevate Your Research, Publishing & Instruction with a Deep Dive into Three Essential IEEE Solutions for Your Institution
2026-01-22 14:00 - 15:00
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Join 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.
REGISTER HERE: https://registerieeexplore.wufoo.com/forms/elevate-your-research-publishing-instruction/
1. IEEE CertifAIED™ AI Ethics Professional Certification
Lead the Global Movement for Responsible AI
For 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.
Impact: Ensure your research and curriculum are compliant, defensible, and future-ready, positioning your institution at the forefront of the responsible technology education.
2. IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed
Advance the Frontier of Wireless Technology
For 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.
For 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.
3. National Transportation Data & Analytics Solution (NTDAS)
Turn Real-World Data into Research Breakthroughs
For 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.
For 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.

PressReader Webinar
2026-02-10 13:00 - 14:00
Unlock the power of global content with PressReader!
Register Here
Join 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.
During this session, you’ll learn:

How institutions are using PressReader to enrich learning and leisure reading
Best practices for driving engagement across diverse user groups
Platform features and tools that simplify access and reporting
Ways global content can strengthen inclusivity and digital literacy initiatives

Special Offer:
All 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.
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Executive Committee FY27 Budget Meeting
2026-02-12 13:00 - 15:00
See calendar invite for zoom link and meeting documents.

Members' Council Meeting
2026-03-19 09:00 - 12:00

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-03-19 13:00 - 15:00

APA Style Manual Demo for VALE
2026-04-07 11:00 - 12:00
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

APA 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.
APA 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.
Available 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.

ConsortiaManager Review Session
2026-04-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-21 14:00 - 15:00
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.

April 21st @ 11 am – Register here

May 21st @ 2 pm – Register here

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-04-23 13:00 - 15:00
See calendar invite for meeting link and documents.

Members' Council - In Person Meeting
2026-06-04 09:00 - 12:00
See calendar invite for details.

Executive Committee Meeting - In Person
2026-06-04 13:00 - 15:00

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-07-16 13:00 - 15:00
