Simmons International Relations
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Simmons International Relations is a student group at the Simmons College Graduate School of Library and Information Science dedicated to promoting international and cross-cultural librarianship. We are a student chapter of ALA's International Relations Round Table. SIR events are open to all who share an interest in international and cross-cultural issues in relation to librarianship and information science.
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Current Events
Still searching for Co-Chairs
SIR is (still) looking for for enthusiastic people dedicated to international and cross-cultural issues as well as librarianship to fill two co-chair officer positions for the Spring 2009 semester. This is a great way to become involved in your GSLIS community. Please visit the Spring 2009 Elections page to self nominate yourself. Nominations will be accepted until Monday, February 23rd. Any questions? Just e-mail sir@simmons.edu.
Congratulations to the new SIR Officers!
SIR SECRETARY
Kate Boylan is a first semester MS- Library Science/MA-History student, who is very interested in international travel, education, issues of intellectual freedom, and most importantly, libraries! She is looking forward to participating in the international opportunities that Simmons offers GSLIS students, in addition to becoming involved at the local level having meaningful interactions and with fellow students. She brings experience in planning events and drafting correspondence to the community. She is a great addition to SIR.
SIR COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Tierney Steele is currently halfway through her degree, specializing in preservation. She originally began attending SIR meetings to find information on study-abroad programs, but found herself a deep appreciation for groups like SIR. She really thinks the international component is an important aspect of modern-day libraries for everyone to understand. In keeping with the Communications Officer position, Tierney will ensure that more people will become involved in SIR by "getting the word out"! We all look forward to hearing from Tierney regularly.
SIR SPRING SEMESTER OFFICER ELECTIONS
Get Involved!
SIR is looking for for enthusiastic people dedicated to international and cross-cultural issues as well as librarianship to fill two co-chair officer positions for the Spring 2009 semester. This is a great way to become involved in your GSLIS community. Please visit the Spring 2009 Elections page to self nominate yourself. Look for Spring 2009 election deadlines after the break.
COFFEE SALE
December 10, 2008 lower Fens (near the cafeteria), 11 am-2 pm
Buy delicious, organic, fair traded Nicaraguan Coffee. 100% of the proceeds go to the San Juan Del Sur Biblioteca in Nicaragua!
$10/ pouch
SIR STUDY ABROAD SHOWCASE
Thanks to those who participated. Couldn't make it? Check out our SIR Study Abroad Showcase Summary
Join us for an informational meeting about available international programs, travel grants, & study abroad opportunities. We'll have guest speakers sharing their own experiences and information on how you can get an international library experience of your own!
Office Supply Drive to Benefit San Juan Del Sur Biblioteca
The San Juan del Sur Biblioteca in Nicaragua needs office supplies and you can help! Whether you have some spare supplies lying around or you want to go buy some you can donate by leaving them in a donation box at Simmons College (in the GSLIS lounge - 2nd floor Palace Road).
What we need: Paper (construction or white) Markers, Pens, Pencils Glue and Glitter Craft Supplies Bulletin Board Supplies Books in Spanish Childproof scissors Tape
The SJDS Biblioteca is the first lending library in Nicaragua, providing books,
information, technology, and community center services to the people of San Juan del Sur and its surrounding communities. In January 2009, Simmons GSLIS students will be volunteering at the library. Thank you for your support!
Please note this is not an official SIR event.
SIR IS ON FACEBOOK!
Check us out! Our name is Simmons International Events, and we would love to be your friend. Special thanks to our Facebook Liaison: Marta Crilly
Upcoming Events
INTERNATIONAL LIBRARIES DISCUSSION
- TBA: coming soon- keep checking back with us!--
- Are you curious about the library world outside the United States?
- Do you make a point to visit libraries in other countries whenever you travel?
- Have you ever worked in a library overseas?
...Come share your curiosity and your experiences with other GSLIS students.
International cuisine will be served.
Community Events
Past Events
Information about past events held by SIR is available on our Past Events page.
Officers Spring 2009
Please email all inquiries to sir@simmons.edu
- Co-Chairs: OPEN
- Treasurer: Melissa Hulse
- Secretary: Kate Boylan
- Communications Officer: Tierney Steele
- Events Coordinator: Jessica DeAngelis
Administrative Resources
- Officers' Discussion Page
- Ideas for Events - Help us brainstorm!
- Mission and Vision - a work in progress
- del.icio.us feed - subscribe to the feed: http://del.icio.us/rss/International.Librarianship
- Dispatches from the Field - Read about the global projects and adventures of Simmons' faculty, staff, students, and friends.
- Opportunities at home & abroad
- Useful Web Sites
