Ontario Council of University Libraries. Collaborating to enhance research supports and create rich learning environments for Ontario's university community.
Three Visiting Researchers join OCUL this year!
Their projects explore shared library services platforms, the impact of new tech in libraries, and controlled vocabularies in DSpace.
Learn more about Heather, Joël and Dan’s research: ocul.on.ca/2025-visiting-res…
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The January Scholars Portal Newsletter is here!
Highlights include:
🔷Upcoming events
🔷New journals, books, maps & datasets
🔷Updates on Scholaris & the GeoPortal
🔷A Spotlight on Scholaris Pilot Schools
🔷Bug fixes & new features
Catch up here: bit.ly/4hlOppX
We’re excited to announce the OCUL Outstanding Contribution Award recipient!
Here's a hint: They're from @uglibrary and have been instrumental in the development of the Collaborative Futures initiative.
Find out who this remarkable contributor is: ocul.on.ca/2024-ocul-award-r…
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We're excited to be part of such an awesome #OLASC!
While we can't wait to hear other presenters' sessions (ahem, @scholarsportal), you'll also find us Jan. 31 at 10:45 a.m. talking about the OCUL AI and Machine Learning program and its central focus: human capacity building.
"To Infinity and Beyond!" That’s where the #OLASC Planning Team took this year’s agenda. The seemingly infinite number of spectacular sessions about bridging gaps and facilitating community building is certainly beyond us! buff.ly/3D46j1C
📣Job Opportunity: Are you looking for a career with one of Canada’s top employers? The University of Toronto Libraries is hiring a Korean Studies Librarian!
ℹAccess the job posting here or scan the QR code👉jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Toronto…
📅Deadline: January 20, 2025
We're looking for an AI and Machine Learning Program Manager to join our team!
Are you:
✅ An experienced project manager
✅ Knowledgeable about #AcademicLibraries and library consortia
✅ Interested in AI and shared tech services
Learn more and apply: bit.ly/aiml-pm-ocul
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OCUL wishes you all a relaxing and happy winter holiday break!
Our office is closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 1 and we re-open on Jan. 2.
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2024: A year of new beginnings & bittersweet goodbyes. After more than 20 years of faithful ILL service, we sunset RACER this year.
Beloved & always in our hearts, check out our newsletter tribute to RACER with messages from ILL staff across Ontario: bit.ly/3KvqF4h
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This year, we celebrated some exciting developments and milestones – all possible because of the support from OCUL and @scholarsportal communities!
Thank you from our teams to yours!
Revisit some of the year's highlights: ocul.on.ca/happy-holidays-20…
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On this day in 2019 we joined Omni!
Omni is a collaborative system of resources from 19 of Ontario's university libraries. The Omni catalogue is where you search for books, articles, research, and more: brocku.ca/library/
Thanks to @ocul_libraries for the Omni stats!
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ALT A red background with the Omni logo. Four statistics shared on Omni usage including: 25.8 million physical items in all collections. 19 partner universities in Ontario. 1.55 million physical item requests fulfilled through Omni from 2020 to 2024. 7794 items brought in for Brock users in 2024.
We're excited to join @TrentULibrary on Dec. 11 to discuss our AI and machine learning program that promotes responsible, ethical AI use in academic libraries.
Webinar details and free registration: ocul.on.ca/trent-ai-library-…
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McMaster gives community organizations easy access to research dailynews.mcmaster.ca/articl…
McMaster University Libraries is supporting Ontario communities through a program that gives non-profit and charitable organizations free access to academic journals and research.
We're looking for an AI and Machine Learning Program Manager to join our team!
Are you:
✅ An experienced project manager
✅ Knowledgeable about #AcademicLibraries and library consortia
✅ Interested in AI and shared tech services
Learn more and apply: bit.ly/aiml-pm-ocul
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58 days. 1392 hours. 5,011,200 seconds. Whichever way you want to break it down, the 2025 #OLASC is drawing closer. What are you waiting for?! Building bridges awaits! ✨ REGISTER: buff.ly/3COQZ92
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Are you working in the library and information world? The OLA Cultural Diversity & Inclusion Committee wants to help you grow your career! Apply for a Super Conference bursary for the chance to attend #OLASC. Application deadline is December 6. buff.ly/48Ql0S3
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#LibraryJobs @librarytmu seeks applications for the position of Electronic Resources Acquisitions Librarian. Deadline for applications: December 31, 2024. Details: partnershipjobs.ca/jobs/3271…
#LibraryJobs@uoftlibraries seeks applications for the position of Middle Eastern Studies Librarian (Librarian I/II; Permanent Status Stream). Deadline for applications: November 27, 2024. Details: partnershipjobs.ca/jobs/3271…