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  • Collection: 2023 CALA Annual Conference

Developing CALASYS in Celebration of CALA 50th

CALA Academic Resource & Repository System (CALASYS) is the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA)’s institutional repository. It collects and archives CALA’s programs, documents and history, CALA members’ scholarly and professional…

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Stories Beyond Borders: Developing the Chinese American and Diasporic Reading List

Created to commemorate the Chinese American Librarians Association’s (CALA) 50th Anniversary, the Stories Beyond Borders list features children’s, middle grade, and teen books centering Chinese American and diasporic voices. The list was formed…

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Using an Interactive Authoring Tool for a Cataloging/Metadata
Creation Class – Experimentation and Prospects

Cataloging, classification, and metadata creation are essential functions of information organization in LIS (library and information science) field. High-quality data serves critical roles in effective organization of library materials. However,…

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Cultural Connections: Training Approaches for Incoming and Arriving International Students

The international student population defined as “a heterogeneous group of students whose common element is their status as well [as] their intention of attaining academic excellence in a country other than their home country” (Nwokedi, 2020),…

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SDSU Faculty Wikidata Project: Using Python and Wikibot to Build and Update Faculty Profiles in Wikidata

San Diego State University (SDSU) Library initiated the Wikidata Faculty Profiles Project in 2020 as part of the PCC Wikidata Pilot Project. Building upon its success, the project was extended to 2022, during which SDSU Library investigated more…

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CALA Members Global Library Engagement: A Reflection on CALA Members Participation in Chinese Library Annual Conferences

The Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA), officially established in 1973, is committed to establishing closer relationships and collaborations with national and international library organizations such as ALA, IFLA and the Library Society…

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A Panel Discussion with NALCo Leaders & Presidents at ALA Annual Conference 2023

Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
Time: 9-10 am CT
Location/Room: McCormick Place, Room W183C
Description: ALA conference registration is required. In 2023, the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA) turns 50, an important milestone for a…

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Supporting Equal Access for People with Disabilities: A Task-oriented Testing Analysis for Alternative Format Collection System in Taiwan

This study investigated the opinions and experiences of various disability groups in using the Alternative Format Collection System (AFCS) established by the National Taiwan Library in 2012. Key findings include difficulties with inputting account…

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Promoting Local Cultural Collection Through Digital Curation

This poster presents an attempt to showcase a local coming-of-age ceremony using digital methods and discusses the potential of local libraries and archives to foster a deeper connection with cultural heritage in the digital age.

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Giving to CALA: a Way to Celebrate its 50th Anniversary

CALA has reached a significant milestone, celebrating its 50th anniversary since its establishment in 1973. Over the years, CALA has provided a home for many librarians, particularly Chinese librarians, and has played a crucial role in fostering…

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