Purpose
The GOLD/GALILEO Annual Users Group Conference draws librarians, paraprofessionals, and technical staff from academic libraries, public libraries, schools, and special libraries throughout Georgia and the Southeast. The goal of the conference is to provide a forum for continuing education and professional development activities related to using Georgia's interlibrary lending and resource sharing network, GOLD, and the statewide virtual library, GALILEO.
The next generation Web (Web 2.0) has grown from a collection of sites and search engines to become the center of a new digital lifestyle. Today's web is a shared network space that drives work, research, education, entertainment and social activities. Libraries must be central to the personal learning landscape of our users and we must harness the innovations that will enable a new Library 2.0 collaborative style — one that can be prominent in both our virtual and physical spaces. This year's conference theme celebrates the delight and opportunity this powerful partnership can make possible.
All Georgia libraries can become Library 2.0 catalysts for creative change by convincing the public of the value of libraries while simultaneously demonstrating to libraries the value of change. By responding to the ever-evolving needs of our users we will go directly to our users, building new audiences along the way and having fun in the process. On August 3, GOLD and GALILEO will treat you to a day where it really is all about the Joy of Use!
Agenda
General Session — Welcome |
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9:00 AM-10:00 AM |
Registration & Continental Breakfast |
10:00 AM-10:15 AM |
Welcome |
10:15 AM-11:00 AM |
Keynote Address: "ISO My BFF: Reflections on Libraries and TMI, FYA" — Diane Kresh, Director, Arlington County Public Library |
11:00 AM-11:15 AM |
Morning Break |
Session I Breakouts (Concurrent Sessions) "ENGAGE" |
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11:15 AM-12:20 PM |
Session I, Breakout Program "A", 65 Minutes |
12:25 PM-1:30 PM |
Lunch |
12:25 PM-1:30 PM |
GOLD/GALILEO Advisory & Serials Committee Reports: GOLD/GALILEO Advisory Committee, GOLD Serials Committee |
Session II Breakouts (Concurrent Sessions) "EVOLVE" |
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1:35 PM-2:25 PM |
Session II, Breakout Program "E", 50 Minutes |
2:25 PM-2:40 PM |
Afternoon Break |
Session III Breakouts (Concurrent Sessions) "ENJOY" |
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2:40 PM-3:30 PM |
Session III, Breakout Program "I", 50 Minutes |
Keynote Speaker — Diane Kresh
Over the course of her career, Diane Kresh has earned numerous awards and accolades, including a "Top 50 Innovations in American Government" award for the Veterans History Project, issued by Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government, the Ash Institute for Democratic Governance and Innovation and the Council for Excellence in Government. Kresh has also been awarded "The Federal 100 Award" from Federal Computer Week, the "Site of the Year" award from Yahoo, Internet Life for the September 11 Web site, and a Director's Award for the Collaborative Digital Reference Service. Kresh was featured in a cover story in Library Journal in 2001, "The Changing Shape of E-Reference" and is the editor of the ALA published "Whole Digital Library Handbook" (2007).
Diane Kresh joined Arlington Public Library as its new director in April 2006, after 31 years of distinguished service with the Library of Congress. An avid documentary photographer and essayist, she has exhibited two online essays entitled 'Memorial for Veterans' (2006);'Katrina: From Hell to High Water;'(2006); and 'From Barrier to Bridge: the Meaning of the Wall in our Times' which was also a solo exhibition at the Arlington Public Library, fall (2005).
"ISO My BFF: Reflections On Libraries and TMI, FYA"
Abstract: Library websites present too many clicks and there's too little time. It's all about the users so libraries need to go where the users are and help them FIND so they can DO. The information landscape is dotted with Amazon, EBay, Craigslist, Facebook, Flickr, FOAF networks, GOOGLE...HOW can libraries identify some white space and fill it? By ceding the generic search tools to the bigger players (GOOGLE, Amazon) to focus on what libraries do BEST: collect content, strengthen community, create collaborative partnerships and promote the joy of reading, interaction, and lifelong learning.
Presenters
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Don Auensen, Technical Services Librarian, Chattahoochee Technical College Library Diane Bronson, Collection Development Coordinator, Live Oak Public Libraries Joe Forsee, Director, Northwest Georgia Regional Library Jasmine de Gaia, Social Networking Initiatives Director, OCLC Toby Graham, Director, Digital Library of Georgia University of Georgia Libraries Leigh M. Hall, Systems Librarian, Chattahoochee Technical College Library Debbie Holmes, Library Director, Georgia Highlands College Edward Johnson, Project Director, Georgia Library HomePLACE, Library and Customer Information Services, University System Office, Board of Regents Cliff Landis, Reference Librarian/Instructor, Odum Library, Valdosta State University Susan Lemme, Reference Librarian, Middle Georgia Regional Library |
Barbara Moore, Library Coordinator, Chattahoochee Technical College Library Russell Palmer, Educational Services Librarian, SOLINET Merryll Penson, Executive Director for Library Services, Library and Customer Information Services, University System Office, Board of Regents Mike Rylander, VP, Research and Design, Equinox Software David Singleton, Deputy Director, Georgia Public Library Service Debra Skinner, Catalog Librarian, Zach S. Henderson Library, Georgia Southern University Sarah Steiner, Learning Commons Librarian, Georgia State University Library Kate Stirk, Librarian, North Metro Technical College Library Toni Zimmerman, Director, Resource Sharing & Interlibrary Cooperation, Georgia Public Library Service |
Georgia Center Information
The Georgia Center for Continuing Education Conference Center & Hotel, located on the beautiful, historic campus of the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, provides innovative lifelong learning opportunities that develop intellectual and human potential. A total living and learning environment, the Georgia Center includes a 200-room hotel, restaurants, banquet areas, conference rooms, auditoriums, a fitness center, and computer lab — all under one roof. As a unit of UGA's Office of the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach, the Center brings the University's teaching, research, and service expertise to the people of Georgia and beyond! For more information, visit www.georgiacenter.uga.edu.
Conference Registration
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Attendees may register online, by phone or fax through the Georgia Center for Continuing Education. Register prior to July 23, 2007, and receive an Early-Bird Registration rate of $30.00. Registrations received after July 23, 2007 or on-site the day of the conference is $35.00. Attendees may pick up conference packets beginning at 9:00AM on August 3rd. On-site registration will also be available from 9:00-10:00 AM; however, please note that lunches cannot be guaranteed for those registering at the door.
Registration is limited. Complete and mail the registration form, or you may use a fax, phone or online option. Prepayment is required to guarantee your registration. Purchase orders will be accepted at the highest registration fee listed.
Lodging (Georgia Center Hotel)
A block of rooms is being held for your conference until 5:00 p.m. ET, July 12, 2007. Policies: (1) Tax Exemption — The State of Georgia only allows tax-exempt charges for a payment by a state-issued credit card or check or by a direct bill to a state agency (with a Georgia State Tax Exemption Certificate). (2) Lodging Cancellation — Cancel your reservation by 4:00 p.m. ET the day prior to your scheduled arrival to avoid being charged one night's room and tax. (3) At check-in, you must present your credit card or a completed credit card authorization form (for a copy, call 800-884-1381, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET). Note: The Georgia Center is a smoke-free building; all lodging rooms are nonsmoking.
Travel Information
Athens, Georgia, is located about 60 miles northeast of Atlanta. For directions, see www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/conferences/about/directions.phtml. A parking deck is located adjacent to the Center (hourly rates, maximum $8 each 24-hour period; vehicle height limit, 7 feet). Athens is served by two airports. Athens-Ben Epps Airport offers connecting flights to and from Charlotte, NC. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located about 90 minutes southwest of Athens, with scheduled ground shuttle service and rental car service available between the airport and the Georgia Center.
Program Cancellation Policies
(1) Full refunds are available for cancellations made by 5:00 p.m. ET, July 23, 2007. No refunds will be issued thereafter; substitutions will be allowed. (2) If a program is cancelled for any reason, the Georgia Center will not be responsible for any charges related to travel.
Special Needs
If you require special services, facilities, or dietary considerations, Jean Mann at (706) 542-2297 or Jean.Mann@georgiacenter.uga.edu prior to July 27, 2007.
Registration
REGISTER ONLINE
Register for this event online and request a room at the Georgia Center.
Register for the event online without requesting a hotel room.
A major credit card is required for on-line registration.
REGISTER BY PHONE
Call either 1-800-884-1381 or (706) 542-2134 to register by telephone. Please mention you saw this web page. A major credit card is required to register by phone.
REGISTER BY FAX & MAIL CHECK/PO
Download a registration form and FAX it to the number on the form or mail it to the address below. You need a copy of the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print this application form.
Mail the form to:
GOLD/GALILEO Annual Users Group Conference (#63728)
Attn: Conference Registration, Room 129
Georgia Center for Continuing Education
Conference Center & Hotel
The University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602-3603
Payment of Fees
The Georgia Center for Continuing Education accepts payments for registration by cash (on-site), check (payable to the University of Georgia), and credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover).
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