PLAI-BRLC

Forum - -“The Value of the Library Profession in the Philippines”

2011-12-13T18:46:00.000-08:00

December 7, 2011

Dear Colleagues,

The Bicol Region Librarians Council (BRLC) would like invite
you to attend a forum on the topic “The Value of the Library
Profession in the Philippines” on December 20, 2011 at 9:00-12:00
noon at the Instructional Media Center, University of Nueva
Caceres, Naga City.

This forum aims to discuss the current situation of the library
profession and education in the Philippines. The participants for
this forum are librarians and paraprofessional library personnel of
the region. Registration fee is P200.00 to cover meals and other
expenses.

On the same day, we would like to recognize and award
distinguished librarians in Bicol. One of them is Dr. Perpetua S.
Porcalla, who has made a noteworthy contribution in the field of
librarianship particularly in Bicol. She was in the profession for
over 40 years. Under her tutelage, she produced numerous
professional librarians in the Region.

Also, we would like to give recognition to two librarians who were
in the 6th and 5th placer respectively in 2009 and 2010 examinations
for librarians. The same with the six (6) new librarians who
passed the recent board examination (November 2011). This is to
uplift the morale of librarians in our Region, as we played a
significant role in the field of education and information literacy.

We have invited Mrs. Mila Ramos, member of the Board for
Librarians to grace and witness the occasion, the first ever
recognition given to distinguished librarian of Bicol.

We look forward to your active participation to this event.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Edna M. San Buenaventura
University Librarian

“Safekeeping history in every library”

2011-10-17T18:16:00.000-07:00

FELLOW PARTNERS IN LIBRARY SERVICE!

The 2nd RAUL S. ROCO LIBRARY LECTURE will be on October 24, 2011 at the Raul S. Roco Library in Naga City with the theme “ Safekeeping history in every library” to coincide with the celebration of the 7th RAUL S. ROCO DAY.

With the Bicol Region Librarians Council as partner, this event will be graced by the newly appointed National Library Director Antonio M. Santos , Ateneo de Manila University Professor Tito Valiente and Elder Floro Gamil of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The effective organization of local historical materials in the library, the introduction of genealogy in library service including a workshop on the use of microfilm records available at the NAGA CITY FAMILY HISTORY CENTER comprise this one-day event.

You are cordially invited to attend in this event. Registration is Php 350.00 to cover the meals and hand-outs.

Should you have inquiries, please call The Secretariat: James Tan at (054) 472-1699

URGENTLY NEEDED FOR IMMEDIATE DEPLOYMENT

2011-10-17T18:12:00.000-07:00

1 (One) MALE Librarian
Preferably single, 25-35y/o
B.S. Library Science or BLIS
MLIS degree/units an advantage but not required
Passed the PRC Exam
Experience in Medical/Health Science Library a BIG Plus
Willing to leave the country without hesitation
1 year continuous contract

Successful candidate will enjoy benefits like: TAX free salary FREE
accommodation FREE transportation

Location: Jeddah, KSA - Abroad
Salary: P38k+ TAX FREE

Send your resume at: teresa.afnan@yahoo.com

PLAI-BRLC MEMBERSHIP FORM

2011-10-05T19:22:00.000-07:00

MEMBERSHIP FORM

To all the members pls. fill up the form for ID and for the directory.

Then send your picture to madam elvie
brlc2011@hotmail.com

Thanks...

HOW TO PUT A PASSWORD IN WORD DOCUMENT

2011-09-20T23:17:00.000-07:00

(EXCEL DOCUMENT : SAME PROCEDURE)

1. Click the Office Button

2. Then point to Save As, choose Word 97-2003 Document so that it can be open in an older version of Microsoft Office

3. From the Tools Menu select General Options

4. Type the password that you want then press the Enter Button in your keyboard or click the OK Button

5. Reenter the password then press the Enter Button in your keyboard or click the OK Button

[PAARL] PLAI-CVRLC Mid Year Congress_Sept. 16-17, 2011

2011-09-04T18:19:00.000-07:00

Dear Sir/Madam:

The Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI) regional chapter (CVRLC 7) for Central Visayas will hold its Mid-Year Congress on September 16 and 17, 2011 at the Sarrosa International Hotel, F. Cabahug St., Mabolo, Cebu City, with the theme “Collection Security Management vis a vis Librarian’s Responsibility.”

This congress intends to update librarians, administrators and all other information users on the current trends in accessing digitized information sources as well as make librarians more aware of their responsibilities in ensuring the security and protection of library resources. Each participant will be assessed a registration fee of Ph 2,000.00 (cash only) to cover the costs of the venue, honoraria and travel expenses of resource speakers, lunch and snacks for the participants, handouts
and certificates.

We appreciate if you will send your librarian/s administrator in the said congress.

Please see attached invitation, programme, CHED and DepED Memo.

For registration information, please contact:

MRS. CECILIA SAMSON
Co-Chair, Program & Invitation Committee for Bohol
Mobile No.:09192431919
e-mail ad: ailese097@yahoo.com

MRS. JHOANNE DE LA CRUZ
Co-Chair, Program & Invitation Committee for Cebu
Mobile no.: 09323882820
e-mail ad: mjtdelacruz@yahoo.com

MRS. LORNA T. YSO
Co-Chair Program & Invitation Committee for Negros Oriental
Mobile no. :09186529690
Lornay_su@yahoo.com

One Day training and Seminar on WB AI and Open Access Catalog

2011-07-27T17:44:00.000-07:00

Librarian vacancy

2011-07-13T01:49:00.001-07:00

To all interested LIBRARIANS:

De La Salle Canlubang is in urgent need of a Librarian. Please email your comprehensive resume for initial evaluation to:

dlsc.hrd@delasalle.ph
janelbebeng@yahoo.com

Thank you very much.

Jane

How to create a full name from first name and last name located in two cells

2011-06-29T18:20:00.000-07:00

You can create a full name from first name and last name encoded in different cells by using a formula. i.e, =a2&" "&b2

If u want in the complete name to be family name first use, this formula: =b2&", "&a2

1. Click on the cell where you want to create the full name(image A) then type the formula(image B) then press enter
how to create formula?
a. press enter
b. click or type the name of the first cell to be merged
c. then use &"
d. press the space bar
e. then "&
f. click or type the name of the second cell to be merged

2. To copy the result, click on the cell where the formula is to be copied (image A) then dragged it to the cell where you want to copy the formula(image B)

Monitor display turned upside down or sideways

2011-06-29T03:20:00.000-07:00

error : monitor display turned upside down or sideways

solutions: press and hold "ctrl" + "alt" buttons and at the same time press the up arrow

Yahoo mail : signing in – fast and easy way

2011-06-28T19:17:00.000-07:00

1 . In typing your yahoo ID you can omit @yahoo.com

2. Instead of using the mouse to transfer the cursor to the password menu in order to key-in your password just press the tab button in the keyboard

3. After typing your password just press the enter button in your keyboard instead of clicking the Sign In button

4. Tips for your privacy & security: when you are using a shared computer make sure that the"Keep me signed in box" is always unchecked

Error in Printing Excel Documents : Ok in Print Preview But Smaller in Printout

2011-06-27T23:45:00.000-07:00

How to Unhide Folder or Files Hidden Caused by a Virus

2011-06-27T17:16:00.000-07:00

or If the above solution doesn't work do this one that will surely work

step 1 to 2 has a shortcut: press the window button and letter R at the same time

6. The hidden files and folders will be displayed

“Expectations of the Administration From The Library in Support of Its Institutional Objectives”

2011-06-26T17:40:00.000-07:00

3 June 2011

Dear Colleagues:

Warm greetings from PLAI-NCR!

Library and librarians’ work is never ending and always changing. The nature and expectations of the performance of library tasks and duties have changed and evolved dramatically in the last few decades. It is now more than ever, that information professionals are being compelled to make their presence felt by their institutions and more importantly by the administrators and other stakeholders. It is based on this premise that the Philippine Librarians’ Association, Inc.–National Capital Region (PLAI-NCR) Librarians’ Council in cooperation with the Academic Booksellers Association of the Philippines (ABAP) invite librarians, information professionals, library support staff, teachers and students of library and information studies to attend and participate in a Forum on the topic “Expectations of the Administration From The Library in Support of Its Institutional Objectives”

This Forum specifically aims to:

1. Promote effective partnership between the administration and the librarian in the realization of the institution’s vision and mission.

2. To encourage involvement in the optimal utilization of library resources and services by:

a. Providing library updates to the administration and members of the faculty

b. Continuing to motivate clienteles to read and use the various resources in the library.

We have invited Dr. Benjamin G. Tayabas, President of Technological College and CHED Consultant, as our Resource Speaker.

This forum will be held on July 12, 2011 at the Megatrade Hall 5th Floor, Building B of SM Mega Mall, Mandaluyong City from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. This shall coincide with the 15th ABAP Book Fair. Fees to be assessed are as follow: PLAI members PHP200.00, non-PLAI member PHP 250.00, undergraduate students PHP 100.00. These shall cover the Registration fee, certificate of participation and snacks.

For more details, please contact any of the following:

Rebecca M. Jocson

President

Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

5250217

rebyjocson@yahoo.com

Elvira B. Lapuz

Vice-President

University of the Philippines

9818500 loc. 2865

Elvira.lapuz@up.edu.ph

Marietta D. Molina

Secretary

Centro Escolar University

7359406

mayettemolina@yahoo.com

Mona Lisa P. Leguiab

Treasurer

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

3387413

mpleguiab@pup.edu.ph /

Yolanda E. Jacinto

Auditor

The National Library of the Philippines

5253196 / 5251748

yolandajacinto@yahoo.com

Jorge Erwin A. Rada

PRO

DLSU-Manila

09175824694

Jorge.rada@dlsu.edu.ph

Miguel M. Cobaria

Trustee

Philippine Normal University

3027717

Miguel_m.cobaria@yahoo.com

Thank you and we look forward to your participation.

Sincerely yours,

ELVIRA B. LAPUZ

Chair, Education and Training Committee

PLAI-NCR

Noted:

REBECCA M. JOCSON

President, PLAI-NCR

Job Vacancy @ IRRI

2011-06-24T17:57:00.001-07:00

Senior Librarian – Rice Bibliography
Reference number: RAS-2011-112-MR

Screening will start on 13 June 2011 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.
To supervise the compilation of the rice bibliography database, the library’s flagship project, by thoroughly searching and indexing published and unpublished rice literature in all languages, in order to meet the information needs of rice scientists all over the world. Identifies rice literature for inclusion in AGRIS database in accordance with AGRIS bibliographic standards; bibliographic data are regularly send by e-mail to AGRIS headquarters in Rome.
Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

* Searches for rice references from print journals, conference proceedings. Reports, and electronic sources and other sources of rice literature
* Assigns codes, subject headings and descriptions to rice and related articles for efficient retrieval and ease of access.
* Translates all bibliographic citations of foreign language literature into English by using dictionaries or by seeking foreign language support from local scientists as needed to ensure consistency
* Monitors weekly rice technical literature alerts from Current Contents. Connect and other sources
* In charge of the Rice Database building and Rice Literature update
* Supervises library support staff
* Performs other related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualification Requirements:

* Bachelor degree in Library and Information Science;
* Holder of Professional License
* 2 years, preferably in a research or academic library
* Indexing skills; Computer skills; Excellent on-line and mutual searching skills; knowledge in library automation; attentive
* to details; thorough; and organize

Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line. IRRI regrets that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IRRI provides a multicultural work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity, with a competitive compensation and benefit package. Women are encouraged to apply.

Join us to deliver rice science for a better world

Interested candidates should apply online online please email at IRRIRecruitment@irri.org.

15th Philippine Academic Book Fair on July 12-16

2011-06-07T23:39:00.000-07:00

The Academic Booksellers Association of the Philippines (ABAP) will hold the 15th Philippine Academic Book Fair on July 12-16, 2011 at the Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.

15th Philippine Academic Book Fair 2011
Picture of 15th Philippine Academic Book Fair 2011

This event will feature the latest academic books, journals, references, educational video and audio materials, publishing aids, electronic references, computers and other materials for educational institutions. This fair will provide the Filipino people the opportunity to avail of these materials at the most reasonable price with mint copies from participating book companies.

Established book companies such as Academic Book Sales, Catholic Book Center, Claretian Communications, Creative Minds Book Center, Goodwill Bookstore, UST Publishing House, New Day Publishers, UP Press, New Century Books, Global Learning Media Corporation, Golden Books Services, Inc., Ateneo University Press, Book Trends Enterprises will be exhibiting their educational materials in the said event.

Reviewers, educational/professional institutions, independent publishers' representatives, independent booksellers, librarians, publishers, school leavers, students, teachers/tutors, trainers/consultants and working adults are invited to visit the fair which opens at 10:00 a.m. and closes at 8:00 p.m.

For more information, contact Ms. Ma. Cristina S. Capistrano, Vice President, Primetrade Asia, Inc. at telephone nos.: (02) 896-0661 and (02) 896-0682; or e-mail at bookfair Qprimetradeasia.com and website www.primetradeasia.com

PICS TAKEN DURING THE PLAI-BRLC GEN.ASSEMBLY & ELECTION OF NEW OFFICERS FOR 2011-2013

2011-06-06T20:30:00.001-07:00

PLAI-BRLC ELECTED OFFICERS FOR 2011-2013

2011-06-06T19:12:00.000-07:00

President
Ms. Edna San Buenaventura
(Ateneo de Naga University)

Vice President
Mr. Stephen Granatin
(Bicol University-Tabaco Campus)

Secretary
Nirvana Ramos
(Naga College Foundation)

Treasurer
Imelda Belale
(Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges-Naga Campus)

Auditor
Bernadette Federico
(Ateneo de Naga University)

PIO
Lourdes Francisco
(University of Nueva Caceres)

Board Member
Norma Mago
(Our Lady of Lourdes College Foundation)

Rico Vinluan
(Raul S. Roco Library)

Nomelec Chair
Elvira Obias
(Ateneo de Naga University)

Nomelec Vice Chair
Paulina Breboneria
(Divine Word College of Legazpi)

Nomelec Secretary
Careen Bayrante
(Universidad de Sta Isabel)

Nomelec Member
Antonio Morada
(UNEP/CAT College)

General assembly and meeting on Friday, June 3, 2011

2011-05-30T19:14:00.000-07:00

Dear Colleague,

Greetings of Peace!

Please be informed that the PLAI-BRLC will be having a general assembly and Election of 2011-2013 BRLC Officers on Friday, June 03, 2011 at Naga College Foundation Learning Resource Center, Naga City.

For further information please contact the following:

Lourdes Ramos
University Librarian, USANT
Iriga, City
CP No. : 0918-322-2393

Elvira C. Obias
Librarian
CP No.: 0949-616-7263

Nirvana G. Ramos
Graduate School Librarian
Naga College Foundation
Naga City
CP No.: 0910-711-9477

Registration fee: 150.00 (to cover snacks and lunch)
2011 PLAI Membership Fee : 200.00 (Librarian)
2011 BRLC Membership Fee: 150.00 (Librarian & Library Staff/Library Assistant)

Thank You.

Free Library Software

2011-05-19T20:07:00.000-07:00

to download pls. click the link below

http://forum.computerscienceguide.com/viewtopic.php?f=72&t=65

pls. register in the forum if you have inquiries about the said system...

"Challenges and Opportunities of Librarians and Information Professionals in the Age of New Technology”

2011-03-22T20:25:00.000-07:00

Dear Colleague,

The Association of Special Libraries of the Philippines, Inc. (ASLP) in cooperation with the Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Library, would like to invite you to a four-day, three-night seminar on "Challenges and Opportunities of Librarians and Information Professionals in the Age of New Technology” on April 27-30 at the Bamboo Garden, Dipolog City.

The ASLP believes that libraries and information centers will continue to find:

* Professional growth in the changing and challenging nature of information,
* Strength in collaboration and cooperation,
* Purpose in reaching out to the underserved or non-user, and
* Visibility through partnerships with a wide range of community and cultural partners

With this aim in mind, we are organizing this seminar to prepare librarians and fellow information professionals for the different challenges and opportunities facing them in the age of new technology.

Librarians, library administrators, archivists, record officers, support staff, teachers and students of Library & Information Science, and other information professionals are invited to attend the said seminar.

Seminar fees are:

P 5,000.00 --
live-in participants (includes room accommodation for 4 days & 3 nights, meals, kits, handouts and certificates)

P 4,000.00 --
live-out participants (includes meals, kits, handouts and certificates)

P 4,000.00 --
live-in non-participants/accompanying guests (includes room accommodation for 4 days & 3 nights, and meals)

P 4,500.00 --
early bird and ASLP members (includes room accommodation for 4 days & 3 nights, and meals)

Seminar fee also includes tour of some of the famous tourist spots in Dipolog and Dapitan such as:

Ø Linabo Peak

Ø Japanese Memorial Park

Ø Plaza Magsaysay

Ø Dapitan City Rizal Park & Shrine

Ø Dakak Park & Beach Resort

Ø Gloria De Dapitan

pls contact :
shirley ingles-cruz
singlescruz@gmail.com

“Ethics 2.0: Managing Ethics in the Library”

2011-03-18T01:39:00.000-07:00

Dear Colleague,

Greetings!

The PLAI-Central Luzon Region Librarians Council in cooperation with the University of the Assumption, is scheduled to conduct a forum entitled “Ethics 2.0: Managing Ethics in the Library” on May 19, 2011, from eight thirty in the morning to twelve noon (8:30am-12:00nn) at the High School Audio Visual Room, University of the Assumption, City of San Fernando, Pampanga. Registration starts at 7:30am.

This activity aims to discuss the salient provisions of the Revised Librarians’ Code of Ethics (BFL Resolution No. 6, s. 2006) and pertinent issues affecting the profession.

Registration fee of P200.00 for both members and non-members, and P150.00 for students of Library and Information Science, will be charged to cover the resource speaker’s fee, certificates and snacks.

For further information please contact the following:

Ms. Alicia C. Esguerra Ms. Jonavie S. Quiambao
Assistant Prof. III/ Librarian Professional Schools Librarian
Bulacan State University Angeles University Foundation
Email: kaces08@gmail.com Email: quiambaojs@auf.edu.ph
Cell No.: 09156996182 jsquiambao@yahoo.com
Tel.: (044) 796-1417 Cell No.: 09228759868
Tel.: (045) 625-2888 loc 819

Ms. Consuelo J. Estigoy
College Librarian
Eduardo L. Joson Memorial College
Cell No.: 09175966317
Email: cjestigoy@yahoo.com

Thank you very much for your support and we hope to see you on this event.

Sincerely,

Alice Esguerra
President, PLAI-CeLRLC

Archives and Records Management on April 4-6, 2011 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Rizal Library Special Collections Building.

2011-03-18T01:27:00.000-07:00

March 15, 2011

Dear Colleagues,

The Rizal Library of the Ateneo de Manila University is conducting a hands-on training on Archives and Records Management on April 4-6, 2011 from 9 am to 5 pm at the Rizal Library Special Collections Building. The training aims to enable the participants to:
1. Learn through experience the difference and similarities about archives and records management;
2. Learn the basic preservation measures and reformatting options;
3. Acquire knowledge in selection, retention, and disposition of archival materials; and
4. Apply both trends and standards in archival and records management in your own organization.

The fee for the training program is PhP 3000 to cover the kit, 6 snacks, 3 lunches and other expenses. Checks may be made in the name of the Ateneo de Manila University.

The program is limited to 20 participants only. Admission is on a first come first served basis. Please make your reservation with Ms. Karryl Sagun at 426-6001 loc. 5559/5564 and with Mrs. Waldetrudes Cueto at loc 5567 or directly to me at 4265961 and 426-6001 loc 5550/5551.

Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

LOURDES T. DAVID
Director

PICTURES-UNEP SEMINAR-DEC. 3, 2010

2010-12-17T17:15:00.000-08:00

UNEP SEMINAR--DECEMBER 3, 2010

2010-11-25T16:58:00.000-08:00

November 08, 2010

Dear Sir/Madam:

The University of Northeastern Philippines (UNEP) Library would like to invite you to a seminar/workshop on the topic “Information Literacy and Technology: Shaping Our Future” to be held at the UNEP Mini-Theater on December 03, 2010.

The objective of the seminar is to create awareness of the importance of information literacy among students and to know the emerging technologies that are needed to provide better library services. Target participants are teachers, librarians and education students.

A registration fee of P500.00 will be collected to cover food, token, certificate and hand outs. For inquiries and confirmation of your participation, please call us up at the above telephone numbers and/or mobile number of any of the committee members or email us.

Attached are copy of the Department of Education and Commission of Higher Education Regional Memorandum, s. 2010 endorsing this activity and program of activities.

We are looking forward to your presence.

Very truly yours,

HERMIE H. SALAZAR
Chairman, ’10 NBW Celebration

Noted by:

Dr. Eleanor A. Osea
Vice President- Academic Affairs

encl:a/s

Working Committees

Ms. Hermie H. Salazar
Chairman
Mobile No. 0915-778-1402
Email : hhsalazar@yahoo.com

Ms. Vilma F. Morillo
Co-Chairman
Mobile No. 0908-2694156

Ma Juisa I. Robles
Invitation and Program
Mobile No.0923-8020325

Lorena A. No
Chairman
Registration
Mobile No.0907+103-3341

Antonio L. Morada
Nathan A. Bea
Ways and Means
0906-5392244

Rosalie R. Serrano
Chairmans
Cyril E. Castroverde
Nena O. Salaber
Nathan A. Bea
Decoration and Physical
Arrangement
Mobile No. 0920-5891336

Olympio Ibarrientos
Documentation
Mobile No.0928-2930294

Hermie H. Salazar
Chairman
Rosalie R. Serrano
Jaida Michelle B. Colarina
Antonio L. Morada
Prizes/Tokens/Certificate and
Accommodation
Mobile: 0929-3187601

Hermie H. Salazar
Chairman
Lorena A. No
Food

Hiring of Librarians

2010-08-09T00:20:00.000-07:00

The University of Mindanao is in urgent need of three (3) Licensed Librarians
with Master's Degree in Library Science. Interested applicants may submit their
application letter, resume and credentials to the Office of the Human Resources
Management & Development Department, University of Mindanao, Bolton Campus,
Davao City or contact Telephone Numbers: (082) 221-0460/ (082) 227-5456 Loc.
153.

PICTURES--UNEP-SEMINAR--2010 (DAY 2)

2010-02-22T00:52:00.000-08:00

PICTURES--UNEP--SEMINAR--2010

2010-02-18T17:17:00.000-08:00

2-day seminar-workshop entitled ”Building Up Literate Communities Through Books and Libraries”

2010-01-20T21:23:00.000-08:00

January 15, 2010

Dear Sir/Madam:

The University of Northeastern Philippines (UNEP) Library would like to invite you to a 2-day seminar-workshop entitled ”Building Up Literate Communities Through Books and Libraries” to be held at the UNEP-Mini Theater on Feb. 18-19, 2010. Target participants are teachers, librarians and students.

The objectives of the seminar-workshop are:

1. To have a better concept of the information literacy.

2. To create awareness of the importance of information literacy among students and teachers.

3. To define the role of libraries in the promotion of information literacy.

We have invited Elvira B. Lapuz, and Zarah C. Gagatiga , both from the University of the Philippines, Diliman to talk on the topic.

A registration fee of P1,000.00 will be collected to cover food, certificate and seminar-kit. Attached are endorsement letters from the Commission on Higher Education and the Department of Education whichever is applicable plus the program. Please confirm your attendance on or before February 15, 2010 a t the above telephone numbers or to any of the following mobile phone nos. 0915-778-1402 (Hermie), 0908-269-4155 (Vilma), 0918-698-4844 (Joyce); 0919-458-9436 (Lorena) and 0929-318-7601 (Jaida).. We are looking forward to your presence.

Very truly yours,

HERMIE H. SALAZAR
University Librarian

Noted by:

DR. ELEANOR A. OSEA
Vice President for Academic Affairs

Seminar-Workshop on "Storytelling for Growth & Healing"

2008-11-16T21:52:00.000-08:00

UNIVERSITY OF NORTHEASTERN PHILIPPINES
San Roque, Iriga City
THE LIBRARY
Telefax (054)456-0294; (054) 299-2698 loc. 57
URL: http://www.unep.edu.ph/library
Email Address: hhsalazar@yahoo.com

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

The University of Northeastern Philippines (UNEP) Library would like to invite
you to a seminar-workshop entitled “Storytelling for Growth and Healing” to be held on November 29, 2008 at the UNEP Mini-Theater, Iriga City. Our target participants are teachers, librarians and students.

The objectives are to create stories that reflect Bicol culture and identity, to learn a variety of storytelling techniques and to appreciate culture and the arts through storytelling. We have invited Zarah Grace C. Gagatiga, a sought-after speaker from Manila to talk on this topic.

A minimal registration fee of P500.00 will be charged to cover food, certificate and handouts. Endorsement of CHED and DepEd Regional Office is available upon request. Please confirm your attendance on or before November 22, 2008 at the above telephone numbers or to any of the following mobile phone nos. 0915-778-1402 (Hermie), 0918-6984844 (Joyce), 0919-4589436 (Lorena) and 0929-3187601 (Jaida).

We are looking forward to your presence.

Very truly yours,

HERMIE H. SALAZAR
University Librarian

Noted by:

DR. ELEANOR A. OSEA
Vice President for Academic Affairs

Echo-Seminar on Library Management: Issues and Updates

2008-11-16T21:26:00.000-08:00

Aquinas University Library
Rawis, Legazpi City 4500
Tel: (052) 482-0351/email: aulib23f@yahoo.com.ph website: http://library.aq.edu.ph/

“vita veritatis et amoris ex gratitudine”
In a life of truth and of love out of gratitude.

Dear Colleagues & Friends,

Greetings of Peace!

As part of this year’s celebration of the National Book Week, the Aquinas University Library is sponsoring an Echo-Seminar on “Library Management: Issues and Updates” to be held at the AQ Library Audio-Visual Section on November 27, 2008, 1:00-5:00 pm. The objectives of this echo-seminar are: a) to present the library as a partner in providing for a socially and engaging center for learning and; b) to serve as a forum for librarians to discuss about current trends, issues and approaches related to their profession for quality results.

This invitation is extended to both the professional librarians and library support staff who recognize the importance of understanding the ideas of the changing universe of information and the context of collaborative activities among information professionals.

A Registration Fee of Fifty pesos (P50.00) entitles the participants to snacks, certificate of participation and certificate of attendance, if so required.

Since this echo-seminar will only allow 20-25 participants, we would appreciate it if you can send your reservation on or before November 25, 2008. For inquiries, please send it to the above mentioned email add and telephone numbers or to the following mobile nos. 09153737428 (Bing/Rose), 09196021175 (Meda), and 09215644377 (Sheira).

We shall be looking forward to welcoming you @ AQ Library!

Thank you.

Very truly yours,

Rosemarie E. Ante
University Librarian

Paid Members for 2007

2007-10-22T03:35:00.000-07:00

Roster of Paid PLAI-BRLC Member for 2007

1. Leonora Villamor	Catanduanes State College, Catanduanes
2. Lourdes R. Ramos	University of St. Anthony, Iriga City
3. Precy Gonowon	Camarines Sur Polytechnic College, Nabua
4. Elvira Obias	Naga College Foundation, Naga City
5. Delilah Mapa	Aemilianum College Inc.Piot Sorsogon
6. Ronabeth Fider	Bicol University, Legazpi City
7. Rosemarie E. Ante	Aquinas University of Legazpi
8. Stephanie Granatin	Bicol University, Legazpi City
9. Christine Sincua	Solis Institute of Technology, Bulan, Sorsogon
10. Jennifer Baldres	Divine Word College
11. Eden Acuna	Aquinas University of Legazpi
12. Corazon Baroma	Aquinas University of Legazpi
13. Lorelyn L. Locaba	Sorsogon State College, Bulan Sorsogon
14. Michelle Loques	Aquinas University of Legazpi
15. Meda Valencia	Aquinas University of Legazpi
16. Ma. Lourdes Francisco	University of Nueva Caceres, Naga City
17. Ma. Eva Banga	COA, Region V, Legazpi City
18. Ester J. Listor	Bicol College, Daraga Albay
19. Bernadete Federico	Ateneo De Naga , Naga City
20. Ma. Penafrancia P. Ablay	Camarines Sur Polytechnic College, Naga
21. Nirvana G. Ramos	Naga College Foundation, Naga City
22. Imelda S. Peralta	Bicol University, Daraga Campus, Daraga
23. Mariquit Marilag	Divine Word High School, Legazpi City
24. Araceli T. Mendez	Catanduanes State College, Catanduanes
25. Antonio Morada	Aquinas University of Legazpi
26. Sheira May G. Terol	Aquinas University of Legazpi

REMINDER: For those who have not paid their 2007 membership due, please contact any of the council officer near you for your payment. If you have paid already your 2007 membership due but your name is not in this rooster, please email us or post a comment. Thank you.

Induction of New PLAI-BRLC Officers

2007-10-13T03:05:00.000-07:00

Ma'am Susima L. Gonzales (President, PLAI-National) inducted the new set of PLAI-BRLC Officers for 2008.

(From Left to right)

Chair	Ester Listor Chief Librarian Bicol College Daraga, Albay
Vice Chair	Amy Alegre Librarian University of Nueva Caceres Naga City
Secretary	Stephanie Granatin Librarian Bicol University Legazpi City
Treasurer	Jennifer Baldres Chief Librarian Divine Word College of Legazpi Legazpi City
Member, BOD	Elvie Obias Graduate Studies Librarian Naga College Foundation Naga City

NOMELEC	Lourdes Ramos (Chair) University Librarian University of Saint Anthony Iriga City
	Emma Zamudio (Vice-Chair) Librarian III Camarines Norte State College Daet, Camarines Norte
	Lorelyn Locaba (Sec) College Librarian I Sorsogon State College-Bulan Campus Bulan, Sorsogon
	Careen Bayrante Librarian Universidad de Sta. Isabel Naga City
	Araceli Mendez College Librarian Catanduanes State College Virac, Catanduanes

Representative, NBOT	Donabella Marilag Chief Librarian Naga College Foundation Naga City
House of Delegate	Rosemarie Ante University Librarian Aquinas University of Legazpi Rawis, Legazpi City

Marketing Skills of Librarians

2007-10-13T03:03:00.000-07:00

Prof. Thelma S. Kim, delivered her paper entitled "Public Relations and Marketing Skills for Librarians" during the PLAI-BRLC Seminar-Workshop on "Developing Competencies of Librarians / Information Specialists for Quality Service" last September 29, 2007 held at Aquinas University Gymnasium, Legazpi City.

Note: Posted with permission by Prof. Thelma S. Kim.

Prof. Thelma S. Kim

2007-10-01T04:32:00.001-07:00

NOTE: Earlier posted at PLAI-STRLC weblog, re-posted here to aggregate all materials about the recently held PLAI-BRLC Seminar-Workshop.

Prof. Thelma S. Kim received the Plaque of Appreciation and token from Stephanie "Stef" Granatin (Bicol University) and Rose "Bing" Ante (Aquinas University of Legazpi). Prof. Kim talked about "Public Relations and Marketing Skills for Librarians" where an e-copy of her presentation as well as those of other resource speakers will be available/uploaded at the PLAI-BRLC weblog shortly. (RBManlangit)

Live Blogging: Ma'am Susima Gonzales

2007-09-29T00:24:00.000-07:00

Ma'am Susima Gonzales received the Plaque of Appreciation and token from Rose "Bing" Ante (Aquinas University of Legazpi). Ma'am Gonzales talked about PLAI updates.

Ma'am Nera received the plaque of appreciation

2007-09-28T23:58:00.000-07:00

Professor Corazon M. Nera received the Plaque of Appreciation and token from Ms. Rose Ante. Prof. Nera is the 1st resource speaker of the PLAI-BRLC Seminar Workshop on "Developing Competencies of Librarians / Information Specialists for Quality Service". She discussed Cataloging, Indexing and Abstracting to more or less 75 participants from the 6 provinces of Bikolandia -- Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon. (RBManlangit)

NOTE: Earlier posted at PLAI-STRLC weblog, re-posted here to aggregate all materials about the recently held seminar-workshop.

PLAI-BRLC Seminar Workshop

2007-09-28T23:51:00.000-07:00

Rev. Fr. Ramon Claro G. Mendez, OP -- Aquinas University of Legazpi Rector & President delivered the keynote address during the PLAI-BRLC Seminar-Workshop on "Developing Competencies of Librarians / Information Specialists for Quality Service"

According to Ma'am Nera, it is "one of the best keynote address ever about our profession". Too bad I wasn't able to tape his speech for podcasting. Nonetheless, the full text of his speech was kindly provided by Ma'am Rose Ante [without those interesting anecdotes which will be the subject of another post :=)]

Keynote Address delivered at Philippine Librarians Association, Inc.-Bicol Librarians Council Seminar-Workshop, Aquinas University, AQ Dome, September 28, 2007.

Prof. Corazon Nera, Chairman, Board of Librarians
[If already around] Prof. Lourdes David, Library Director, ADMU
[If already around] Mrs. Susima Gonzales, President, PLAI
[If already around] Prof. Thelma S. Kim, VP, PLAI
Members of the Board of Directors of the Bicol Librarians Council
Officers & Members of Bicol Librarians Council
Guest
Friends
Ladies and Gentlemen

A pleasant morning to us all.

Napanood n'yo ba yung opening episode sa latest season ng "Pinoy Big Brother" kung saan ang mga housemates ay nagtsika-tsika ... to know one another. A lady housemate inquired about the jobs of the male housemates. One of the men replied. He said, "I have a boring job back home ... abroad." Hearing that, the lady housemate blurted, "Are you a librarian?"

That made me think if being a librarian is boring. Also, I have yet to know of a male, much more a Filipino, who is a librarian.

When the male housemate answered, he said, "No, I'm a salesman."

There seems to be a stereotype image of librarians. They are female, hair coifed in a bun, with horn-rimmed glasses, always uptight, and ever on the lookout for library users to scold or to silence.

A library would be incomplete without the screaming "Silence" signs nailed on all available walls and posts of the hall. Young and spirited library users would feel that they can be in the library for only as long as they can hold their tongues from wagging, which, anyway, could not be held still until the last page they intend to read.

Of course, our librarians and libraries have gone a long way from the stereotypes they used to be. For one, dear librarians, you are now as chic, spick and span as anyone. Our libraries too are no longer heavily adorned with the "Silence" signs.

In many ways, our librarians have changed. Our libraries have changed too. But the number of library users has yet to register a dramatic change. How could this be?

Our University Librarian wishes to have every chair in our libraries occupied by students, every book opened and read. That is why she keeps tab of everyone who goes in. I share her wishes. But the question remains: How can we entice more students, more readers, more users to go to the library?

How do we "market" the library? In one blog site [clair.free.net.ph], i came across an item comparing libraries with Linux. It said, both have image problems. "That's why Microsoft was getting a lot of attention at a Linux conference. And that's why I think readers seem to patronize bookstores more than libraries". Said the blogger.

The image problem has to be recognized and solved in order to enhance marketability. The matter of marketability can also be conveniently addressed if we consider the 5 P's of marketing. let's take a look at the Product libraries are selling. Are libraries "selling" books, information, research assistance? Librarians need to decide what exactly their product is.

The next P would be Price. The products are supposed to be free yet why do users instead go to the bookstores? Has this anything to do with the Dewey Decimal System? Or the "Silence" signs? Or, how about the next P, the Place? Is the library strategically located? Is it dark, dusty, cramped, poorly ventilated? Does it exude a welcoming ambiance?

There is the matter of Promotions too. These days we cannot do away with promotions if we want to sell. No one will buy something if the public does not know it exists. But how can people not know that the library exists? Have you not heard of some students proudly declaring that they graduated from school without having gone to the library?

The last P would be Positioning. Now, this is about image. We have to project an image different from that which librarians and libraries are usually portrayed. I don't know how you would do that. In Wisconsin, USA, the Associated Press reported about how librarians posed for a sexy calendar not only to position their libraries but also to raise funds for their libraries. One blogger said, "Think what would have happened to the image of librarians if one of the four leads in Sex and the City had been a librarian. Or what if the women in Desperate Housewives were having affairs not with plumbers and gardeners, but librarians." This matter of positioning can really be very challenging. I am not saying you have to go the extremes. I am saying that it is time to present a new image without compromising ethics. Our libraries should catch the eye, arouse interest, and entice more students and uses to come in ... buy our "products."

Libraries should not only be repositories of information. They should also be generators and broadcasters of knowledge. Information Technology now demands a change in the paradigm of library operations. We should no longer limit ourselves to the three traditional aspects of library work, which are, user services, technical services, and administrative services.

In fact, librarians nowadays have to develop computer and information system skills or you will be left behind. I understand that librarians are now applying their information management and research skills to arenas outside of libraries. They are getting into database development, reference tool development, information systems, internet coordination, marketing, web content management and design, training database users, and even publishing.

Some librarians now do not only deal with information in the format of books, magazines, newspapers, audio recordings, video recordings, maps, photographs, and other graphic materials. They are now getting into museum-quality artifacts, manuscripts, and other archival materials. And of course, there is the Internet.

Definitely, we have to deal with the increasing role of technology in the library. We are moving away from the traditional card catalogs to online public access catalogs.

The challenges may be enormous but I am happy to observe that our librarians in the Bikol Region are mightily doing everything they can to improve on their relevance and to enhance their professionalism.

Prof. Ambeth Ocampo, in his column "Looking Back" [in the March 9, 2007 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer], wrote that ... a librarian is a gateway to information, and how he or she fulfills the job is a way to social change.

May this gathering be very productive.

Dios Mabalos.

NOTE: Earlier posted at PLAI-STRLC weblog, re-posted here to aggregate all materials about the recently held seminar-workshop.