Beyond Autism Spectrum Disorder: Serving Neurodiverse Library Users Through Inclusive Library Spaces, Services, & Programming

Neurodiversity acknowledges and celebrates learning and thinking differences in individuals. Diagnoses such as ADHD, learning disorders, sensory processing disorder, and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are all forms of neurodiversity. This presentation will provide information to better understand neurodiversity in a range of presentations, improve interactions with neurodiverse patrons, and design inclusive and accessible programming for […]

Education 4.0: Reading, Writing, and Research Tools

Are you ready to embark on a revolutionary journey in education? The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Augmented Reality (AR) are transforming the educational landscape, propelling us into the […]

Mentorship Mastery: Exploring Paths to Professional Growth and Guidance

Formal mentoring is a pivotal method for cultivating employee success. Despite good intentions, these practices often fall short in delivering effective support. In this seminar, attendees will delve into the pitfalls of contemporary mentoring practices. Informed by organizational communication research, Dr. Allen will guide participants through various mentoring strategies designed that facilitate employee growth. Attendees […]

Social Media: What’s next?

The digital landscape is evolving faster than ever! Bid farewell to the Twitter era, wave goodbye to Facebook's fading charm and stop worrying about institutional restrictions on TikTok. Explore the […]

Cultivating Community with a Library Mentorship Program

Establishing a Library Mentorship Program can strengthen the roots of longtime library staff and support new growth for new librarians. In August of 2022, Buncombe County Public Libraries launched our […]

Setting Boundaries with Patrons

Boundaries and limit setting for patrons at public libraries can prevent library workers from feeling drained at the end of a workday. When healthy boundaries are set, it helps us manage our own frustration or anger instead of feeling as if there is a loss of control. This session will teach participants not only how […]