2022 ALAO Annual Conference

Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center, Lewis Center, OH

New members welcome!

Note:  Registration deadline has been extended to October 26!

Pre-Conference - Thursday, November 3, 2022 

(more information coming soon)

A pre-conference with afternoon workshop given by keynote speaker Alexia Hudson-Ward.

Conference - Friday, November 4, 2022 

A keynote address by Alexia Hudson-Ward: Active Allyship in Action

Her blog, Toward Inclusive Excellence, explores issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion, particularly, though not exclusively, as they affect the academic library community.

Many informative and inspirational breakout sessions, posters, and lightning talks from your colleagues.  Details on the sessions can be found here.

Opportunities to network and connect with colleagues in person! 

ALAO thanks our conference sponsors for allowing us to keep registration costs low!

ALAO remains cautious regarding the pandemic. In addition to other safety precautions, attendees will have the opportunity to use their name tags to indicate their level of comfort with social distancing. 

Scholarship Opportunity!  ALAO supports professional development and encourages participation in its annual conference. This year, ALAO is offering five $100 scholarships to attend this annual conference. Apply here

Application deadline is September 9, 2022. Recipients will be notified by September 16, 2022. 

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