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Membership Registration Form<\/a><\/h3>\n

What is ENY\/ACRL?<\/h3>\n

ENY\/ACRL is one of 42 local chapters of the Association of College and Research Libraries<\/a>, a division of the American Library Association. Members represent private and public college and university libraries, and special libraries in the Eastern New York region. ENY\/ACRL follows the mission of its parent organization to “lead academic and research librarians and libraries in advancing learning and scholarship.”<\/p>\n

Why join ENY\/ACRL?<\/h3>\n

ENY\/ACRL sponsors one-day conferences<\/strong> that offer librarians opportunities to meet and interact with professionals from regional institutions. Well-planned and well-attended, conferences feature knowledgeable speakers on timely issues. Members attend at reduced rates. Share your expertise with others while showcasing your talents and growth within your chosen field. Present a poster session, participate in a panel discussion, or be a featured speaker!<\/p>\n

ENY\/ACRL offers librarians opportunities to take an active part in shaping the work of the chapter<\/strong> through service as an officer or a committee member. Both recent graduates and experienced librarians can demonstrate professional commitment while developing leadership skills in a dynamic organization.<\/p>\n

ENY\/ACRL members have the opportunity to apply for the new ENY\/ACRL Professional Development Award<\/a> to help their continuing education and engagement in the profession<\/b>.\u00a0 Members can receive up to $300 in stipend to help support their attendance at a library professional development activity of the applicant\u2019s choice.\u00a0 Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.<\/p>\n

ENY\/ACRL members receive a regularly published newsletter<\/a> and a membership directory.<\/strong> The chapter e-mail discussion group publicizes employment opportunities and facilitates networking of librarians within the region.<\/p>\n

ENY\/ACRL members may join the membership forum.<\/strong> This listserv is available to members only and offers a way to communicate with colleagues in ENY\/ACRL. Messages from members can be posted at forum@enyacrl.org.<\/p>\n

ENY\/ACRL Membership Fees:<\/strong><\/p>\n