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Enhancing Quality Staff in Changing Times

The 17th symposium for library paraprofessionals and support staff presented by the University of Minnesota Libraries

May 5, 2009

Radisson University Hotel, Minneapolis


EQS Symposium Goals

  • Learn about a range of timely professional topics
  • Share ideas and experiences with peers
  • Enhance your skills with continuing education
  • Work toward personal well-being

  • PROGRAM OF THE DAY

    Registration 7:45 – 8:15
    Refreshments served
    Welcome 8:15 – 8:30
    Keynote 8:30 – 9:00
    Break 9:00 – 9:15
    Programs: 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
    Programs: 9:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
    Break 10:15 – 10:30
    Programs: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
    Buffet Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
    Programs: 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
    Programs: 12:45 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    Break 1:45—2:00
    Programs: 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    Programs: 2:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
    Break 3:00—3:15
    Programs: 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

    Post Symposium Prize Drawing 4:15 p.m.
    Wind down the day with friends and colleagues. Be present to win fabulous door prizes!


    REGISTRATION


    Program brochures and registration cards are mailed in March.
    If you would like to be added to the mailing list, please call Andrew Palahniuk at 612-625-6982.

    Although this symposium is designed for library paraprofessionals and support staff, everyone is welcome to attend. Please join us for a post-symposium reception at the Radisson University Hotel immediately following the final session. You must be present to be eligible for special door prizes.

    Registration deadline is April 24, 2009. Please register early; space is limited.

    Fee: The fee is $65 (lunch included) for each non-University of Minnesota Libraries registrant - $75 after April 24, 2008.

    The symposium (including lunch) is provided to University Libraries staff (Twin Cities and coordinate campuses) at no charge. University Libraries staff MUST register for this event.

    A copy of the registration form (.pdf format) will be posted in March.


    LOCATION


    The Radisson University Hotel--Minneapolis is located on the U of M East Bank Campus, 615 Washington Avenue SE , Minneapolis, Minnesota, (612) 379-8888.

    The temperature of the conference rooms can fluctuate, please consider bringing an extra layer of clothing.

    Parking: Washington Avenue Ramp. or East Bank Parking Map.


    EQS SYMPOSIUM PLANNING GROUP


    Linda DeBeau-Melting, Associate University Librarian for Organization Development
    Kathleen Drozd, Library Manager, MINITEX
    Jackie Gulbranson, Library Supervisor, Information Access & Delivery Services
    Laurie Jedamus, Library Assistant, Information Access & Delivery Services
    Andrew Palahniuk, Executive Office and Administrative Specialist to the Associate University Librarians
    Del Reed, Library Supervisor, Bio-Medical Library
    Rob Strnad, Executive Assistant, Andersen Library Building Manager


    DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS


    For disability accommodations, or to receive this information in alternative formats, contact Andrew Palahniuk (612) 625-6982 or ampala@umn.edu.

    Last year's program is available here.