Hello, Council,

Here’s just a brief update on selected activities over the past week.
Cheers,
Loriene Roy

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I. Communication: Interviews
A. 13 Feb: Cibola County Beacon, Grants, New Mexico (Topic: first Native ALA President visits Acoma Community School)
B. 14 Feb: District Administration Magazine (Topic: school library summit, funding)
C. 15 Feb: Albuquerque Journal (Topic: use of technology in school libraries)

II. Media Results
A. 14 Feb: “Head Librarian Visits Sky City,” Cibola County Beacon, Grants,
New Mexico (cover story)

III. Presentations
A. 13 Feb 2008: “School Assembly: Books and Reading with the First American Indian President of ALA,” Acoma Community School, Acoma Pueblo, New Mexico

IV. Writing and Publications
A. Revised: April 2008 President’s Message for American Libraries
B. Reviewing/editing/writing: Chapters for “The Service Connection” with Alex Hershey
C. Submitted: Three conference proposals for 2008 Sequoyah Research Center Symposium
D. Submitted: Conference proposal for WIPCE 2008 in Melbourne

V. Meetings and visits:
11 Feb 2008: Annual Review meeting with Dean Andrew Dillon, School of Information, The University of Texas at Austin
13 Feb 2008: Meeting with Librarian, Acoma Community School (New Mexico)
13 Feb 2008: Meeting with principals of CENAC, tribal schools in New Mexico
13 Feb 2008: Meeting with Acoma students involved with CENAC Battle of the Books; read book to students
13 Feb 2008: Tour of Taylor Ranch Branch of the Albuquerque Public Library
14 Feb 2008: Stop by T’siyah Junior/Senior High School to check on status of library (Pueblo of Zia)
14 Feb 2008: Visit with library staff at Jemez Community Library (Pueblo of Jemez)
14 Feb 2008: Visit with librarian at Jemez Tribal School (Pueblo of Jemez)
14 Feb 2008: Meeting with Board of Indigenous Language Institute
15 Feb 2008: Meeting with Superintendent of Education, Pueblo of Laguna
15 Feb 2008: Introduction to Governor, Pueblo of Laguna
15 Feb 2008: Tour of library, Laguna Elementary School
15 Feb 2008: Lunch and storytelling with kindergartners, Laguna Elementary School
15 Feb 2008: Meeting with Principal, Laguna Elementary School
15 Feb 2008: Tour of library, Laguna Middle School of Information
15 Feb 2008: Visit with librarian, Laguna Public Library
15 Feb 2008: Tour of library, Acoma Laguna High School
15 Feb 2008: Meeting with Dr. Shelly Valdez and Inee Slaughter, Director, Indigenous Language Institute
16 Feb 2008: brief meeting with Indigenous Language Institute
16 Feb 2008: interview: Janice Kowemy, Librarian/Director, Laguna Public Library
16 Feb 2008: brief conversation with LaDonna Harris, President, Americans for Indian Opportunity
16 Feb 2008: Meeting with Rita Pino Vargas, Librarian Acoma Community School. Thank you, Rita!
17 Feb 2008: meeting with A. Arro Smith, project director, national oral history project

VI. Upcoming Travel.
2. 18-24 Feb: Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao PCS; Information and Computer Sciences Department, U of Hawaii at Manoa, Oahu, Hawaii.
3. 26 Feb – 3 Mar: Anchorage (visit with Native educator) and Alaska Library Association, Fairbanks, Alaska.

V. For Fun
A. 13 Feb 2008: Dinner with local librarians, Albuquerque, New Mexico
B. 14 Feb 2008: Dinner with Board of Indigenous Language Institute
C. 15 Feb 2008: Dinner with Dr. Shelly Valdez (Laguna), Education Consultant
D. 16 Feb 2008: Buffalo dances, Pueblo of Sandia
E. 16 Feb 2008: dinner with family of Elizabeth Wacondo, Pueblo of Sandia.

Fall 2008 classes: Monday morning (9-12): Introduction to Information Resources and Services; Monday night (6-9): Public Libraries

Hello, Council,

Here’s just a brief update on selected activities over the past week.
Cheers,
Loriene Roy

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I. Communication: Interviews
5 Feb 2008: International Reading Association (Topic: Caldecott/Newbery Awards; biography)

II. Presentations:
8 Feb 2008: “An ALA Presidential Year Highlighting Services for Diverse Populations,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

III. Honors
A. 2 Feb 2008: Featured as “Faculty Spotlight” on Scoreboard, half-time, UT-Austin Men’s Basketball Game (vs. Baylor)

IV. Writing and Publications
A. Reviewed: March 2008 President’s Message for American Libraries
B. Wrote: April 2008 President’s Message for American Libraries
C Submitted: Update on Presidential Year for American Indian Library Association newsletter
D. Reviewing/editing/writing: Chapters for “The Service Connection” with Alex Hershey

V. Meetings and visits:
1. 4 Feb 2008: ALA Executive Committee monthly conference call.
2. 5 Feb 2008: UT-Austin, School of Information monthly Graduate Studies Committee
3. 6 Feb 2008: Attended Dr. Toni Samek’s Collection Management class.
4. 7 Feb 2008: Met with indigenous students at U of Alberta’s School of Library and Information Studies
5. 7 Feb 2008: Tea with students at U of Alberta’s School of Library and Information Studies
6. 8 Feb 2008: Jason Openo, “Meet Them Where They Are: A Philosophy of Library Service Derived from my Experience Working with Seattle’s Homeless Population,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
7. 8 Feb 2008: Jilliane Yawney, “Storytelling as a Springboard for Teaching Information Literacy to Grade Four Students,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
8. 8 Feb 2008: Sarah Polkinghorne, “Consumers or Learners? Discursive Constructions of Undergraduates and Social Media,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
9. 8 Feb 2008: “Awards,” bestowed by Dr. Alvin Schrader, President, Canada Library Association, University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
10. 8 Feb 2008: Laura Morin, “Library Services to Aboriginal Peoples,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
11. 8 Feb 2008: Tanya Driechel, “Community Library Development in Sumbrungu, Ghana: A Documentary,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
12. 8 Feb 2008: Ann Curry, “Serving the LGBTQ Community: Reference Services and Relevant Resources,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
13. 8 Feb 2008: Liz Grieve, “Inspiration Seeking Behaviour: Research Needs of Theatre Design Students at a Post-Secondary Level,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
14. 8 Feb 2008: Eric Nyrose, “Convenience over Quality: Discerning the ‘whys and wherefores’ of first-year college students’ Internet research,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
15. 8 Feb 2008: Rebecca Willson, “The Effect of Misspellings on Information Retrieval in Online Public Access Catalogues,” University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies, 2008 Professional Development Day, “Reaching Out: Serving Diverse Populations,” Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

VI. Upcoming Travel.
1. 13-16 Feb: Indigenous Languages Institute Board Meeting and visits to tribal schools, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
2. 18-24 Feb: Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao PCS; Information and Computer Sciences Department, U of Hawaii at Manoa, Oahu, Hawaii.
3. 26 Feb – 3 Mar: Anchorage (visit with Native educator) and Alaska Library Association, Fairbanks, Alaska.

V. For Fun
1. 6 Feb 2008: Dinner with Dr. Toni Samek, University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies. Thank you, Toni!
2. 7 Feb 2008: Lunch with faculty, staff and students, University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies
3. 7 Feb 2008: Dinner with local library leaders, Edmonton, Canada
4. 8 Feb 2008: Reception for Dr. Ann Curry, Director, University of Alberta, School of Library and Information Studies
5. 8 Feb 2008: Women’s Basketball Game: U of Alberta vs. U of Lethbridge
6. 8 Feb 2008: Half of Men’s Basketball Game: U of Alberta vs. U of Lethbridge
7. 8 Feb 2008; Dinner with Ann Curry. Thank you, Ann!
8. 9 Feb 2008: Breakfast with Larry Loyie (Cree) and Constance Brissenden, children’s book authors. Thank you, Larry and Constance!

Good News: Owen Hunter received a first place in the Austin, Texas UIL music competition for classical guitar. Owen is also a member of Bella Corda, the young person’s classical guitar ensemble that performed at my inaugural banquet.

Fall 2008 classes: Monday morning (9-12): Information Resources and Services in the Humanities; Monday night (6-9): Public Libraries

Hello, Council,

Here’s just a brief update on selected activities over the past week.
Cheers,
Loriene Roy

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I. Communication: Interviews
A. 29 Jan 2008: National Indian Education Association (Topic: biography and plans for ALA Presidential year, focus on National Library Week)
B. 29 Jan 2008: Indian Country Today (Topic: update on ALA Presidential plans)
C. 30 Jan 2008: NPR, Michel Martin, host of “Tell ME More.” (Topic: Recent children’s book awards)
D. 31 Jan 2008: Indian Country Today (Topic: FCC Panel on DTV transition in tribal/rural lands)
E. 1 Feb 2008: KXLY-AM, Olympia, Washington (Topic: school library summit)
F. 1 Feb 2008: KVI-AM Live radio program, Olympia, Washington. (Topic: school library summit)
G. 1 Feb 2008: KGY-AM radio, Olympia, Washington. (Topic: school library summit)

II. Presentations:
31 Jan 2008: Co-Presenter, “Panel on Digital TV Transition for Tribal Communities,” Washington, D.C.
1 Feb 2008: Co-Presenter, “Welcome: National Attendees,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
1 Feb 2008: Co-Presenter, “Rally,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
1 Feb 2008: Co-Presenter, “National Attendee Presentations,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.

III. Meetings and visits:
1. 29 Jan 2008: Meeting with staff at National Indian Education Association, Washington, D.C.
2. 30 Jan 2008: Tour of Library of Congress Collections Care. Thank you, Leslie Long and staff!
3. 30 Jan 2008: Walter Reed Army Hospital: Meetings with soldier patients.
4. 30 Jan 2008: Walter Reed Army Hospital: Tour of Medical Library.
5. 30 Jan 2008: Walter Reed Army Hospital: Tour of Post Library.
6. 31 Jan 2008: Breakfast with FCC Panelists.
7. 31 Jan 2008: National Press Club Library (quick peek)
8. 31 Jan 2008: President Joe Garcia, NCAI, State of Indian Nations Address, National Press Club, Washington, D.C.
9. 1 Feb 2008: “Welcome,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
10. 1 Feb 2008: “Vision,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
11. 1 Feb 2008: “Cassandra Manuelito-Kerkvleit (President, Antioch University), Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
12. 1 Feb 2008: “Washington School Administrators,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
13. 1 Feb 2008: “Western Coalition for School Libraries and Information Technology (WSLit) Unveiling of SB 6480 Sponsors “READ” posters, “Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
14. 1 Feb 2008: “Summary and Closing Statements: Mike Eisenberg,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.
15. 1 Feb 2008: “Constituent/Legislator Reception,” Read-Connect-Think-Grow: Why School Libraries Matter. Washington School Library Media Program Summit, Olympia, Washington.

IV. Upcoming Travel
1. 6-9 Feb: University of Alberta, Professional Development Day, Edmonton, Canada.
2. 13-16 Feb: Indigenous Languages Institute Board Meeting and visits to tribal schools, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
3. 18-24 Feb: Ka Waihona O Ka Naauao PCS; Information and Computer Sciences Department, U of Hawaii at Manoa, Oahu, Hawaii.
4. 26 Feb – 3 Mar: Anchorage (visit with Native educator) and Alaska Library Association, Fairbanks, Alaska.

V. For Fun
1. 29 Jan 2008: Reception at Mario Ascencio’s (REFORMA President) home, Washington, DC. Thank you, Mario!
2. 30 Jan 2008: Dinner with Emily Sheketoff, Director, ALA Washington Office.
3. 31 Jan 2008: Dinner with Rand Simmons, Program Manager for Library Development, SeaTac
4. 2 Feb 2008: lunch with Marilyn Mason and Dr. Bob Mason, Seattle. Thank you!
5. 2 Feb 2008: men’s basketball game: U of Washington and California.
6. 2 Feb 2008: dinner with selected UW iSchool faculty. Thank you, Marilyn and Bob Mason!

Fall 2008 classes: Monday morning (9-12): Information Resources and Services in the Humanities; Monday night (6-9): Public Libraries