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Sep
24
As the demand for data literacy and data-driven decision-making continues to grow, libraries are uniquely positioned to support their communities by offering innovative data services. Whether serving students, researchers, local governments, or the public, libraries can play a critical role in helping individuals access, interpret, and apply data effectively. To support libraries in this evolving… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Data Science, Public Libraries, Webinars and Courses
May
27
Congratulations to Wayne State University (Detroit, Michigan), for having two health-focused courses certified to offer the Medical Library Association’s Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS). Dr. Deborah Charbonneau, a Professor in the School of Information Sciences at Wayne State University, successfully prepared an application through the Network of the National Library of Medicine’s (NNLM) Consumer Health… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Opportunity to Participate
May
12
May is Older Americans Month, a time to recognize the contributions of older adults and ensure they have access to the resources they need to thrive. Public libraries and other community organizations are stepping up to meet this need, especially when it comes to health information. A recent article from Public Libraries Online by NNLM… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, #Public/K-12 List, Public Libraries
May
07
Join NNLM on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at noon for ideas on how to create health programs for libraries and community/faith-based organizations in this 90-minute webinar. First, we’ll discuss the purpose of conducting health outreach programs for libraries and how to plan a program using a logic model. Then, we’ll brainstorm potential partnerships for health… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Public Libraries, Webinars and Courses
Apr
08
The NNLM National Center for Data Services is excited to announce that applications are open for our 2025 Data Internship for library and information science students! This program provides hands-on experience in the skills needed for data librarianship in a health sciences context. These paid internships offer opportunities to gain practical experience while working with… Read More »
Posted in: #CC/Academic List, Opportunity to Participate, Request for Applications