Minutes

SCALA GENERAL MEETING OCTOBER 8, 2008

SIS 1ST FLOOR LOUNGE 4 P.M.

Icebreaker: Members chose their favorite Tim Burton movie (Nightmare Before Christmas is beloved by many)

Upcoming Events: Technology Petting Zoo

Secretary Heinlen is organizing an event to bring popular technologies to student Informal walk-through event. Presenters answer questions and give hands-on demonstrations of their technology Thursday, November 13, 2008 from 3p.m. - 4p.m. Room t.b.a

Library Experience Opportunities: Webmaster Jean is going to post on our blog a link to various volunteer opportunities in and around Pittsburgh. SCALA will be pairing with SISCO for further community outreach events (more details to come) SISCO meeting Wednesday, October 15 th at 5 p.m. in room 522 of the SIS building.

Book Kart Drill Team: Treasurer Hess is going to hold a meeting later this month Possible themes: Batman (Pow! Bang! Boom!) Pacman (music: Flight of the Bumblebees)

Special Guest: SLAPSG Anthony Micchelli spoke about this special libraries organization What they can offer YOU! opportunity to network SLA Pittsburgh chapter find niche in special library or inside an academic library planning on visiting special libraries throughout Pittsburgh. Officer positions available. Does not conflict with SCALA membership. Meeting in October t.b.a.

ALA Membership (www.ala.org) Why you want to join, but just don’t know it yet. Benefits students, chance to network, opportunity to participate in New Member Round Table, Professional literature, American Libraries newsletter, AL Direct e-newsletter. How it fits into your student budget: $33 for students to join, $10 for New Member Round Table. Minimal cost to join other committees. Discounts on products and services. Why it is so much more than just a pseudo-requirement. Members-only access to information through their website and journal. Largest library association in the world = great opportunities to work with those in your area of specialization.