ALANEWS (March 22, 1994) URL = http://hegel.lib.ncsu.edu/stacks/serials/alanews/alanews-940322 Note: conversion from a BITNET transmission format not suitable for mail delivery was locally attempted. This type of conversion may sometimes require "choices" to be made by the conversion program, based on the (lack of) support for various file formats on the target operating system. The "choices" made by LISTSERV may not be the ones you expected, since it does not know anything about the system you are using. However, you would not have been able to use the file at all if it had not been converted. If you have trouble using the file as you received it, please contact the person who sent it and arrange for an alternate delivery method. *------------------------------ Cut here -------------------------------* NEWS RELEASES March 22, 1994 This batch contains: 1. ALA awaits South African elections outcome to end investment policy 2. The Federal Librarians Achievement Award recipient named 3. Library satisfaction survey forms available 4. Search for RASD Update editor extended 5. "Speaking Up" preconference to focus on media skills 6. Training offered on document delivery via the Internet 7. Correction 1. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 ALA awaits South African elections outcome to end investment policy The American Library Association (ALA) has taken steps to end its policy against investing in corporations doing business in South Africa pending the results of the South African majority rule elections ratification. The action was taken during the ALA Midwinter Meeting in Los Angeles. Free and democratic elections are slated for April 27 in South Africa. The elections are expected to officially end apartheid and move the country toward a democratic system. The South African democratic movement has called for the end of economic and other sanctions posed after the government's refusal to end apartheid. The Association also endorsed the July 1993 South African Council of Churches Code of Conduct for its future investments in South Africa. The 10- point Code of Conduct for domestic and transnational businesses (operating in South Africa) addresses equal opportunity, training and education, workers rights, working and living conditions, job creation and security, community relations, consumer protection, environmental protection, empowerment of black businesses and implementation. In other actions, the ALA Executive Board also voted to: - Urge Congress to recognize the FY94 funds for LSCA II are not available for rescission and should not be included in budget cut amendments. _ Urge Congress to ensure the American public access to government information through a centralized agency, such as the Government Printing Office and provide adequate funds for distribution of such information. The ALA Council, the association's governing body, also voted to: - Urge the Department of Commerce and the National Technical Information Service to clarify the definition of scientific, technical and engineering (STEI) products, to distribute the products in usable formats and in a timely manner to depository libraries and remove access, use and reuse restrictions to online STEI information. - Support the principles for the development of the National Information Infrastructure developed by the Telecommunications and Information Infrastructure Policy Forum. - Endorse the need for creation of a national health care program based on the principles of universal access, portability and equitable funding and urge Congress to adopt a national health care program based on these principles. - END - 2. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 The Federal Librarians Achievement Award recipient named Louise Nyce, director of the Pentagon Library, Department of Defense in Washington, D.C., is the 1994 recipient of the American Library Association (ALA) Federal Librarians Round Table (FLRT) Federal Librarians Achievement Award. The award, a citation and plaque, is given for leadership or achievement in the promotion of library and information science in the federal community. Nyce, as chair of the Personnel Working Group, Federal Library and Information Center (FLIC), has worked with the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for the past three years reviewing and drafting relevant and appropriate changes to new personnel classification standards for the GS- 1410, 1411 and 1412 (librarian, library technician and information specialist). The Personnel Working Group was comprised of federal librarians from all three branches of government, a private consultant hired by the Federal Library and Information Center Committee (FLICC) and several personnel specialists who assisted the group during various phases of its work. The group handled the revision project from the initial phase of performing research and interviewing librarians, writing numerous drafts and position papers, negotiating with OPM and submitting a final product to OPM for consideration. "While all the Working Group members are to be commended, Louise Nyce distinguished herself not only by her leadership ability, but also by serving as liaison to appropriate groups in the ALA and the Special Libraries Association (SLA) to keep federal librarians apprised of the latest happenings," said Dan Clemmer, FLRT president. Nyce has worked as chief, Library Program, U.S. Army Material Command, Alexandria, Va.; library director at the U.S. Army College, Carlisle Barracks, Pa.; chief of the Library Program, U.S. Army Forces Command, Fort McPherson, Ga.; librarian, HA Department of the Army, the Adjutant General Center, Washington, D.C.; Library Program director, Camp Zama, U.S. Army, Japan; command librarian, Special Services, Bangkok, Thailand, and Seine area command librarian, Paris, France. Her publications include "Study U.S. Army Libraries," 2 Vol., 1976, "Proceedings of Army Library Institute," 1978, and "Video - Army Libraries," 1983. Nyce is a member of the SLA Military Library Division and the ALA Armed Forces Librarians Round Table (AFLRT). The award will be presented during the ALA Annual Conference, June 23- 30, in Miami Beach. - END - 3. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 Library satisfaction survey forms available Libraries planning to distribute the customer satisfaction survey developed by the American Library Association (ALA) for distribution during National Library Week can obtain free forms for tallying and reporting the results from the ALA Public Information Office. Public libraries are asked to report results by age groups for under 18 and over 18. School and academic libraries should tally responses to reflect whether they are from students, faculty members or "other" persons using the library. Libraries of all types are encouraged to distribute the eight- question survey for a minimum of 12 hours during National Library Week, April 17-23, as part of a first-ever attempt to document library customer satisfaction nationwide. Libraries are asked to report their survey results by May 15 to the ALA Public Information Office. All responses are confidential. Camera-ready art for the survey is available from the ALA Public Information Office along with guidelines for how to administer it. The survey, tally and results forms are also included in the "1994 Libraries Change Lives" Campaign Book supplement available from ALA Graphics. Questions include: How easy is it to find what you need? How helpful is the library staff? How important is the library to you? Libraries are encouraged to customize the survey by adding their name or logo or asking additional questions. Estimated time for filling out the survey is about three minutes. ALA President Hardy R. Franklin has chosen "Customer Service: The Heart of the Library" as the theme for his 1993-94 presidential year. A national teleconference, "Achieving Breakthrough Service in Libraries," is scheduled May 12. For more information, contact: ALA Public Information Office, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611. Telephone: 800-545-2433, ext. 5044/5041. FAX: 312-944-8520. - END - 4. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 Search for RASD Update editor extended The Reference and Adult Services Division (RASD), a division of the American Library Association (ALA), has extended its search for an editor for the RASD Update newsletter. The new deadline for applications is June 1, 1994. The editor will serve as editor-designate beginning in July 1994, and serve a two-year term as editor beginning with the October/December 1995 issue. The editor receives $500 annually to help defray the cost of attending the ALA Midwinter Meeting and Annual Conference. RASD Update, a quarterly 28-page publication, contains news and reports from committees and sections of the division, draft guidelines, conference information and similar material. Applicant should demonstrate experience in writing, editoring and/or publications management as well as familiarity with the needs of and issues facing reference and adult services librarians, collection developers and information specialists. Familiarity with WordPerfect is essential. At the time of appointment, the individual must be an RASD member. Applicants should send a resume, cover letter and a statement outlining reasons for seeking the editorship to: Nancy Huling, University of Washington, Suzallo Library, FM-25, Seattle, WA 98195. -END- 5. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 "Speaking Up" preconference to focus on media skills How to talk in "sound bites," how to stay cool in a crisis and other tips for dealing with the media will be covered in a "Speaking Up and Speaking Out," preconference on Friday, June 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., preceding the 1994 American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in Miami Beach. The deadline for registration is June 1. Media trainer Susan Silk, president of Media Strategy, Inc., of Chicago, will present strategies and tips for effective communication with the media and nonlibrary audiences of value to library directors, trustees and others who serve in the role of library spokesperson. Participants will learn how to improve their personal presentation skills, how to reach out to nonlibrary audiences, what to do when the media calls, how to stay in control of interviews, how to make the media your ally and other tips. They will receive a Media Strategy Workbook and ALA Media Training Guide. The preconference is sponsored by the ALA Chapter Relations Committee and the Public Information Advisory Committee, Speakers Network Subcommittee. Registration is $150 for ALA members and $200 for nonmembers. Payment must be received in advance. To receive a registration form or more information, contact the ALA Public Information Office, 800-545-2433, ext. 5044. -END- 6. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 Training offered on document delivery via the Internet "Role of Multitypes in Delivery of Information via Internet: Detour, Back road, Spaghetti Junction or Fast Lane, On-Ramp to the Superhighway?" will be offered as a preconference to the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference in Miami Beach on June 24, 1994, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The preconference is sponsored by Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) Multi-LINCS section. The deadline for registration is June 1. The preconference, cosponsored by the Reference and Adult Services Division (RASD), is designed for librarians interested in providing document delivery and electronic access to databases via the Internet. Participants will learn a variety of approaches and programs that use Internet for delivery of services between libraries and cooperatives. Participants will also look at the possible roles of multitype cooperatives in the delivery of information via Internet. Presenters include: Gary Dessler, author of "The Winning Commitment," newspaper columnist and professor at Florida International University; Marshall Keyes, executive director, NELINET; Steve Baughman, OCLC services manager, SOLINET; Elizabeth A. Curry, executive director, SEFLIN; Bonnie J. Clemens, director of the libraries, The Claremont Colleges; Chris Fitstrup, assistant university library/collections, George Washington University; Julie Wessling, assistant director, Public Services, Colorado State University Libraries; Bob Carterette, automation systems manager, Cleveland Public Library, and Barbara Smith, chief, State Library Network & Information Services Section, Maryland Division of Library Development and Services. The registration fee, which includes continental breakfast, lunch and beverage breaks, is ALA/ASCLA members, $135; ALA/RASD members, $135; ALA members, $165, and nonmembers, $205. For registration materials, contact the ASCLA Office, 800-545-2433, ext. 4399. ASCLA and RASD are divisions of the American Library Association. - END - 7. For Immediate Release From: Pamela Goodes March 1994 Linda Wallace 312-280-5043, 5042 Correction The February 1994 news release ALSC names Notable Children's Recordings contained two errors in the title listings. The distributor on the recording "A STORYTELLING TREASURY" should have indicated National Storytelling Press. U.S. Distributor, August House. "VOICES IN THE WIND" contained an incorrect spelling of the performer. The correct spelling is Barbara G. Schutz-Gruber.