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18 Nov 2021

Pandemic IL Series: Silver Lining in Pandemic Information Literacy

“Are you in the library? Can I come and sit with you during the online workshop just in case I need help?” A quiet request from a student popped up from the Zoom chat before the start of our first online workshop. Nearly two years on, online is now the default mode for library instructional […]

11 Nov 2021

Pandemic IL Series: Pain and Pride @ Polytechnics

The pace of disruptive technologies is accelerating and the Polytechnic students in Singapore are confronted with complexities of the digital world. To adapt and embrace digital opportunities in the sphere of their lives, it is timely for them to embrace life in the digital world by equipping themselves with competencies to stay ahead in their […]

31 Oct 2021

Reflections from ALA 2021

This year’s American Library Association (ALA) Annual conference was another boon for overseas attendees, mostly because – like 2020, and again in 2022 – the conference was held virtually. Conference organisers kindly made available over 200 sessions, including recorded livestreams, for on-demand viewing by conference registrants. Even better, these are available for viewing for up […]

01 Oct 2021

Understanding Indian Names in Naming Conventions, Discovery, and Standardisation

The diversity in the Indian naming conventions with the abundance of names affects the way in which resources are discovered. As a result, there is a need for standardization to help with the creation of uniform access points.

17 Sep 2021

NTU Library Refreshes the Freshmen Experience

This article shares three fresh ways that NTU library used to engage freshmen: Interactive Guide, Animated Video, Augmented Reality

11 Aug 2021

Get to Know Your 2021-2023 Council Members: Lim Puay Ling

Puay Ling is the newly appointed Honorary Secretary. She is currently a Senior Librarian at National Library Board, and is responsible for the operation and administration of the Parliament Library. What is your vision/aspiration for LAS as Hon Sec for 2021-2023? Being a newbie in the Council, I am excited for the opportunity to learn […]

23 Apr 2021

HYGGE – A NEW SPACE FOR WELLBEING BY NTU LIBRARY

Launch of Hygge and A Familiar Forest Hygge was officially opened by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) President Professor Subra Suresh on 21 January 2021. In conjunction with the official opening of the new space, NTU Museum also presented the inaugural exhibition, A Familiar Forest by environmental artist Zen Teh. The exhibition was part of National Arts Council’s Singapore Art Week 2021 from 22 January 2021 to […]

13 Jan 2021

Publications round-up 2020

Most will agree that 2020 has been a challenging year for most, even at libraries. However, it was also a time where libraries looked towards new ways to engage users. Rounding up the year, we recap on what the Publications Committee has been doing to continue keeping fellow librarians informed of happenings at libraries or […]

06 Jan 2021

Webinar Round-up: Preparing For Post-COVID Professional Development With Skilltype

On 29 October 2020, Tony Zanders (founder and CEO) introduced how Skilltype can assist libraries and information professionals with job skill analysis and development to “future-proof” our profession. Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Tony stayed up late to present this webinar to LAS. We also wish to thank Yale-NUS College for sponsoring the Zoom platform. […]

15 Nov 2020

Joseph Kennedy’s ‘Creating Your Desired Retirement’ Talk (10 Sep)

“The entire talk as a whole gave me some additional insights especially since I am in talks at the moment about future planning” “Sharing session of the planning strategies” “Joe was very clear and easy to follow. Good slides too” “Overview of financial planning” “Financial plan, review annual” These were some of the comments that […]