DC/SLA Chapter Notes Dec 2010/Jan 2011

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President's Corner: Mary Talley

Maybe I'm amazed

In the past, when I read the words “I’m honored to be nominated or elected" from an official acknowledging a new post, I've been guilty of thinking of it as a throw-away line. Now that I am in the position of DC/SLA president - well, "honored" is exactly how I feel - and, maybe a little amazed at it. It would be easy for these very positive feelings to turn rapidly into feeling daunted by the responsibility of leading SLA's largest chapter - especially now, during this most challenging of times. Change and uncertainty are our profession's new companions. Learning new technologies, transitioning to non-traditional roles, proving our value, or, maybe, just finding a job are just a few of our constant challenges. And, members are turning more and more to DC/ SLA for support in dealing with them. I might feel daunted if I thought I had to do it alone. I am grateful for the clear path that my predecessors, Greta Ober and Diane Schnurrpusch, set with the 2009 strategic plan. I am amazed at how much of the plan James King implemented in one short year. This year, I have the help of an extremely strong and experienced Board. They are already moving DC/SLA DC/SLA Chapter Notes | January 2011 - Volume 72, No. 1 | page 1

January 2011 Volume 72, No. 1 President’s Corner

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About Chapter Notes

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The DC/SLA Web site

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December 2010 Events

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Library Related Events

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DC/SLA Chapter's Board of Directors for 2011

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Twenty-First Annual Elizabeth Stone Lecture

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Career Column: Consider Being a Mentor (Μέντωρ)

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Interview with Aileen Marshall on her recent article in Information Outlook

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