All Staff Conference 2021
Connection • Collaboration • Community

Save the Date: The All Staff Conference is back and we are looking for presenters!
We are seeking proposal submissions from staff members interested in presenting a session at the All Staff Conference on Wednesday and Thursday, June 2 and 3, 2021. Your ideas should be focused on Libraries’ or University initiatives to help your colleagues gain or improve job-related knowledge/skills, build relationships and rapport, and/or provide input other relevant topics.

If you were scheduled to be a 2020 presenter, no need to respond.  We will contact you directly.

Please note an in-person conference is subject to COVID-19 restrictions. Please check our webpage for the latest updates 2021 All Staff Conference. Please submit your proposal by completing the form here by February 12, 2021.

If you have any questions, please email us: 2021Staffconference@psu.edu

The Pennsylvania State University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Carmen Gass (crg177@psu.edu) in advance of your participation.

Thank you,  All Staff Conference 2021 Committee

By Jeffrey Stainbrook
for University Libraries Outstanding Student Employee Award Committee

Do you know of a student employee who consistently exhibits a deep understanding of the library while providing excellent patron service? Do you work with a student employee who is
passionate about their responsibilities, and often provides constructive feedback? Is there a student employee who produces quality work, and is viewed as a leader among their peers and
colleagues?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Penn State Libraries wants to celebrate the student’s accomplishments and achievements! Nomination letters for the Libraries’ Outstanding
Student Employee Award are being accepted until Friday, March 12, 2021 (by 5 P.M.).

Outstanding Student Employee Award Categories:
Outstanding Service – Recognizes a student who exceeds expectations in library customer service. This individual displays a positive and empathetic attitude, going above and beyond their assigned responsibilities by contributing their time, energy, and talents to further the growth and development of the University Libraries’ service.

Libraries’ Outreach – Recognizes a student that has been successful in special efforts or initiatives that create, convey, and enhance knowledge and communication between library
departments, the University, and beyond.

Libraries’ Innovation – Recognizes a student that has displayed a significant level of innovation and creativity. The recipient should demonstrate initiative and insight through technology, innovative ideas, or other creative projects.

Student Leadership – Recognizes a student who demonstrates a commitment to leadership amongst their peers and various library departments. The recipient will be an imaginative leader dedicated to supporting and promoting the values of University Libraries.

For information concerning eligibility, timeline, criteria, the nomination process, and more, please visit the Libraries’ Outstanding Student Employee Awards Intranet page.

We look forward to every nomination, and to celebrating each and every student for their dedication to the Libraries, their academics, and to the ethos of Penn State University.

Sincerely,
The 2021 Awards Committee:
Paul Burnell, co-chair
Danica White, co-chair
Alexandra Kowsh, Branch SAT representative
Melissa Millar, CCL SAT representative
James Harlan
Rob Peterson
Jeffrey Stainbrook