Divisions
A division is a unit within the Association that represents a broad-based area of concern and long-term interest in librarianship. Divisions oversee assigned interest groups and are required to create their own bylaws.
To join an MLA member group:
- Log into the Info Hub using your member account.
- Navigate to "My Info" the click the + button next to Lists/Committees.
- Select the group(s) you're interested in joining.
- After you select a group, you'll be added to the group in MLA Connect and to the group's email listserv where you'll get information about upcoming meetings.
MLA Divisions
The Assocation of College and Research Libraries, MD (ACRL MD) provides opportunities for professional development and communication between academic and research librarians. We are the Maryland Chapter of the ACRL Division of the American Library Association.
Our Mission
ACRL MD aims to represent broad-based areas of concern and long-term interest meeting the needs and concerns of library staff working in academic and research institutions.
Through our meetings, discussions, and programs, ACRL MD provides opportunities for professional development and information exchange.
Stay in Touch
- Join the Google Group Listserv.
- Check out our ACRL MD website.
Mission Statement
The Adult Services and Reference Division (ASRD) provides opportunities for professional development, communication, and discussion of library-related issues to public services staff in all types of libraries. Our division:
- Plans and facilitates training programs
- Networks with library staff in MD and DE
- Develops leadership through meetings, hosting programs, or serving as an officer
- Coordinates programming for the Annual MLA | DLA Conference
- Shares and learns from colleagues across MD and DE
Meetings
The Division has four work meetings a years. Dates and locations will be posted in The Happenings, and on the listserv and MLA Connect.
We also have an annual debrief on Thursday evening at the annual conference to share what we went to and how our ASRD programs went.
How to Get Involved
Any member of MLA is welcome to join us and be part of our group. There are many opportunities to help with programs throughout the year, as well as during the conference, and to share what you and your systems are up to. You can also:
- Join the listserv. Log into your Info Hub account and add ASRD to your lists/committees.Â
- Like us on Facebook. Members share library-related items and things going on in their systems! We also share upcoming events and meetings.
Interest Groups
Mission Statement
The Maryland Library Association's Leadership Development Division welcomes and supports library staff at all levels — from front-line to middle management to administrators, and all the leaders in between. We provide development tools, learning opportunities, discussion groups, and peer coaching and mentorship opportunities to Maryland’s library leaders regardless of position or type of library. Our bimonthly meetings offer opportunities to network with library leaders from around the state, while our programs offer all leaders the chance to enhance their skills.
Connect with us on MLA Connect.
Upcoming Meetings
Meetings are held bi-monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 1:30-3:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Meetings Months: January, March, May, July, September, November
Interest Groups
Future of Libraries Interest Group (FOLIG)
Sustainability Interest Group (SIG)
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Mission Statement
SSD became a division of the Maryland Library Association in 1986. Our purposes are:
- To increase the awareness and understanding of the growing role of library support staff.
- To promote professional growth.
- To provide a network of communication for our members.
Get Involved
We invite you to become an active member of the SSD Steering Committee, which meets 6 times a year. Membership is open to Technology Support, Circulation Staff, Technical Services, and Human Resources.
For further information, or for MLA membership application, contact any SSD officer.
The Support Staff Division of the Maryland Library Association is now on Facebook! Check us out!
Interest Groups
Materials Interest Group (MIG)
Mission Statement
The Youth Services Division (YSD) of the Maryland Library Association promotes library services, programming, reading, book appreciation, and information and media literacy for youth. It also offers regular opportunities for professional development in youth librarianship.
YSD Website
Visit YSD's full website.
Contact YSD
Email the YSD officers at ysd.mdlib@gmail.com to join our mailing list and receive meeting reminders, our quarterly newsletter, and occasional announcements via email.
Committees
Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award Committee
Black Eyed Susan Tapestry Planning Committee
Kids Are Customers Too! Planning Committee
YSD Newsletter
Interest Groups
Teen Interest Group (TIG)