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WSL Updates for May 7, 2015

May 7th, 2015 by Posted in For Libraries, Grants and Funding, News, Training and Continuing Education, Updates | Comments Off on WSL Updates for May 7, 2015

Volume 11, May 7, 2015 for the WSL Updates mailing list

Topics include:

1) WSL SDL PROQUEST RENEWAL

2) COMMUNICATE WITH CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP

3) WASHINGTON LIFE SCIENCE & GLOBAL HEALTH CENTER

4) GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR SCHOOL LIBRARIES

5) CHARITY & NONPROFIT TRAINING SESSIONS

6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

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1) WSL SDL PROQUEST RENEWAL

The Washington State Library Statewide Database Licensing (SDL) project announces the 2015-2016 ProQuest package renewal.

  •  As usual, the renewal is automatic, unless a library submits a cancellation form by May 27, 2015.
  • K-12 school libraries should contact their local ESD (Educational Service District).
  • The July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 renewal period is the final year of the current contract.
  • For more information, visit the SDL ProQuest Subscription Renewal page at wa.gov/q/Renewal.
  • Questions? Contact Will Stuivenga [email protected], 360-704-5217 or toll free 866-538-4996.

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2) COMMUNICATE WITH CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP

Communicate with Confidence: How to Build Relationships with Anyone!

After attending this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Identify their own style of communication and recognize ways to tap into the strengths of others
  • Discover practical ways to increase their communication as a team member
  • Understand and more fully value the communication preferences of different people
  • Discover how to better deal with conflict
  • Learn how to build collaborative relationships with others

Workshop dates and locations:

  • Tuesday, July 14, 2015; Spokane Public Library, Downtown Branch
  • Tuesday, September 15, 2015; Washington State Library, Tumwater
  • Thursday, September 17, 2015; Whatcom County Library Processing and Administrative Office, Bellingham

Register here, but please note:

  • Session attendees will receive an online DiSC (Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, Conscientiousness) Profile access code prior to the training session to take their individualized assessment and bring their completed report to the session.
  • Because of the DiSC assessment, class size is limited to 25 per session and we will not be able to over-fill class.
  • Each DiSC assessment has a cost associated with it so participants will need to take the assessment and attend the training.
  • Cancelations are required 2 weeks in advance to allow wait-list attendees to register.

Presented by Jan Dwyer, Boundless Results. Lunch and light refreshments provided.

Questions? Please email Jennifer Fenton at [email protected].

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3) WASHINGTON LIFE SCIENCE & GLOBAL HEALTH CENTER

Washington Life Science & Global Health Center, a new resource for businesses and entrepreneurs in life science and healthcare research and industries, is part of the Washington State Department of Commerce. Washington Life Science & Global Health Center’s mission is to connect Washington State resources to industry stakeholders to achieve the Governor’s vision: “By 2025, Washington State will be the global leader in life science innovation and healthcare delivery.”

  •  Resources listed include Washington’s colleges, universities, and libraries.
  • For more information, check out the website above or contact Maura Little, Director of Economic Development for the Life Science and Global Health Sector, at [email protected] or 206-256-6107.

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4) GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR SCHOOL LIBRARIES

Scholastic Reading Club Online announces James Patterson’s $1.5 Million Pledge to Libraries.

  •  Nominate your school to receive a grant to support your school library.
  • Submit your application by May 31, 2015.

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5) CHARITY & NONPROFIT TRAINING SESSIONS

Educational opportunities for nonprofit organizations are available from the Charities Program, Corporations and Charities Division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Tools for Success: Essentials for New Nonprofits; Monday, June 15, 2015; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Labor & Industries Building, 7273 Linderson Way SW, Tumwater.

Space is limited and workshops fill quickly. Register online.

For more information, contact Teresa Glidden at [email protected] or 360-725-0373.

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6) FREE CE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK

May 11

May 12

May 13

May 14

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For more information and to register (unless otherwise linked above), visit the WSL Training Calendar at sos.wa.gov/q/training.

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