Revitalizing a State-Wide Library Association: THeSLA

Emily C. Weyant; Richard L. Wallace; Nakia J. Woodward; Travis Clamon

Revitalizing a State-Wide Library Association: THeSLA

Emily C. Weyant, Richard L. Wallace, Nakia J. Woodward, Travis Clamon

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Abstract

   Objective:    This poster will discuss the ways in which the Tennessee Health Sciences Library Association (THeSLA) has adapted with changing times to retain relevancy and gain new membership. 
   Methods:    THeSLA officers implemented a planning committee and switched from a fully in person conference to a hybrid model, and a finally online conference during the pandemic. Monthly lunch and learns keep the group in touch throughout the year and across a large state. 
   Results:    Changes implemented have resulted in increased membership and communication amongst members. 
   Conclusions:    Organizations should not be afraid to find new methods of meeting and providing outreach if they find that older tactics are no longer as fruitful as they once were. 

Original language	American English
State	Published - Oct 6 2021
Event	Southern Chapter of the Medical Library Association - Virtual Duration: Oct 6 2021 → …

Conference

Conference	Southern Chapter of the Medical Library Association
Period	10/6/21 → …

Keywords

THeSLA
Tennessee

Disciplines

Library and Information Science

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