SJSU SLIS
About this original series
The purpose of this series is to provide a forum for faculty, alumni, and students to present their works/projects and to exchange research ideas. The media of this podcast is available as both video and audio. Captioned versions of this media are available on the SLIS Website.
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Episodes of SJSU SLIS
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Kim Dority and Scott Brown: Understanding the Un...
Emerging LIS career opportunities are diverse, expanding, and often invisible. This session focuses on how to identify, explore, assess, and position for new opportunities, with an emphasis on existing, transferable skills.
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Release date
Feb 2, 2012
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Runtime
55:53
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Roger Summitt and Libby Trudell: A Dialogue abou...
Our speakers will look back at how Dialog got started in Silicon Valley as one of the first online information providers, and then became a leader in what we know today as the information industry. They'll also discuss the impact of various organizational transitions, how Dialog has responded to ongoing technology and market changes, and what lies ahead for the company.
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Release date
Feb 1, 2012
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Runtime
47:02
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Alternate Paths to Federal Government Employment
There are many non-traditional jobs and resume-building opportunities that Master of Library and Information Science candidates and job seekers can immediately take advantage of to gain experience in the federal government. This session includes tips to finding and creating opportunities to earn academic credit or to get a head start on landing a job. Learn about student employment opportunities that convert to full-time employment, contract employment in federal agencies, the Presidential Man...
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Release date
Jan 31, 2012
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Runtime
59:29
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Fred Diers: How to Create a Credible Retention S...
Retention Schedules have been the foundation on which every Records Management Program has built over the past 60 years. Yet, after all of this time, most organization's retention schedules are either out of date, not based on actual government regulations, too complicated for the average employee to use or understand, addresses only paper records, or ignored by management. Yet, with a realistic and sustainable retention schedule for all information media, organizations can access information ...
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Release date
Jan 31, 2012
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Runtime
48:21
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Maureen Sullivan: Getting Professionally Involved
Maureen Sullivan, Vice President/President Elect of the American Library Association, will talk about the importance of getting professionally involved in library associations. She will provide advice on how to get involved, how to network effectively, and the benefits of professional involvement. Sullivan will also talk about getting elected to a national leadership position in the profession's largest association.
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Release date
Jan 27, 2012
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Runtime
32:40
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Cherie Givens and Helen Sherman: Navigating the ...
Applying to the federal government has its own unique process. Hear from experts in the field on how to navigate the hiring and application process. Learn how to "read" specialized vocabulary and common terminology unique to the many different agencies of the federal government. Receive advice on how to think critically about job postings and "match" your resume and skills to the job announcement. This specialized advice is aimed at helping MLIS students and jobseekers optimize their chances t...
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Release date
Jan 23, 2012
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Runtime
53:53
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Rob McLauchlin: Designing and Implementing an En...
Electronic record collections are no longer an area of specialized expertise, but rather a dominant part of record manager's professional life. Enterprise Content Management (ECM) and the ability to access and analyze core information are of strategic importance in an information and process–driven business environment. This case study describes the creation of a focused Enterprise Content Management Strategy and Governance initiative at a major oil and gas exploration and production organizat...
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Release date
Jan 23, 2012
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Runtime
01:07:17
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Jane Meyers: The Lubuto Library Project: Proving...
The Lubuto Library Project (LLP) is the perfect example of the positive impact libraries can have on international development. LLP President Jane Meyers will discuss LLP's efforts to assist with both educational and economic development in Zambia. You'll also meet a SLIS graduate who is working to create new libraries in Zambia. This colloquia presentation will leave you inspired to get involved and share your LIS knowledge for the betterment of our worldwide communities.
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Release date
Jan 23, 2012
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Runtime
01:16:55
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Jeff Frank: The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on G...
Recent SJSU SLIS grad, Jeff Frank, will discuss his thesis and the research he conducted while working on his thesis. With the tsunami in Japan and Hurricane Irene in the Northeast, this study of the impact of Hurricane Katrina is more relevant than ever. This presentation will especially be of interest to anyone who needs to create or update a library disaster plan.
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Release date
Jan 13, 2012
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Runtime
46:51
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Blane Dessy and Nancy Faget: Careers in Federal ...
Learn about the many different career possibilities that exist in federal libraries and government agencies for MLIS graduates. The speakers provide an overview of this dynamic field and of the numerous opportunities available in medical, law, academic, public, and technical libraries and government agencies around the world. They discuss the skills needed to be competitive, and what qualifications can make you marketable for entering different positions in federal government agencies.
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Release date
Jan 9, 2012
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Runtime
54:54
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