Please join the Government Information, Solo Librarians, and Transportation Divisions for a lively joint open house. Speak with members from a variety of fields and experiences, all in one place.
Please meet at the event location: 312 Chicago, Downtown Loop.
The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress collects and preserves personal stories and other documents from America's war veterans. Robert Patrick will discuss the role that librarians play in this effort, focusing on the dual roles of many librarians who are both veterans and project facilitators.
MODERATING:
Monika Maslowski, Library of the Marine Corps
SPEAKING:
Robert Patrick; Library of Congress
Chicago has recently launched major government transparency efforts. Learn more about open data initiatives in the Windy City, particularly the work of the Metro Chicago Information Center.
SPEAKING:
Virginia Carlson, Urban Rubrics
