SJSU School of Information

06/01/2026

Interested in academic libraries, emerging technologies, outreach, archives, makerspaces, or student success initiatives? 📚✨

The upcoming 2026 CSU Libraries Conference is a great opportunity for students and information professionals to learn from library colleagues across the CSU system, explore current topics in the field, and connect with others doing innovative work in libraries.

Learn more about the conference here: https://libraries.calstate.edu/conference/
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLScblwl0ggjQ1ndwWxMBT3FAADQUo48_O6joWpm6tnIxbkr05Q/viewform?usp=send_form

🚨Calling all library or information professionals! 🚨

All are welcome to join us virtually for the 2026 CSU Libraries Conference!🫶

RSVP at tiny.sjsu.edu/buildcommunity

This year’s theme, Building Community, brings together library faculty, staff, and colleagues from across the CSU system for a day of sharing ideas, connecting with one another, and highlighting the incredible work happening across our campuses.

🎤Sessions will cover topics including AI and emerging technologies, makerspaces, archives and preservation, outreach and student success, collaborative projects, and more — with presentations, panels, lightning talks, workshops, and poster sessions offered throughout the day.

🪩We hope you’ll join us online and be part of the conversation! Be sure to register by 5/29.

Special thanks to our conference sponsors for helping make this event possible 💙

05/28/2026

The iSchool is proud to highlight the outstanding students and alumni presenting posters at the upcoming iSchool ALA Networking & Poster Reception.

Their projects reflect the creativity, scholarship, and community-centered work happening across the field of library and information science, with topics ranging from digital access and bilingual programming to preservation, technology, and equitable library services. Congratulations to all of our presenters on this exciting achievement!

You can still RSVP to attend the reception here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLFNrNHSvoxZoy7bOVtQLrsm8dx0PmXRBVO0YowFAwav96zA/viewform

05/27/2026

The iSchool was excited to exhibit for the very first time at the 2026 Association for Talent Development International Conference & EXPO in Los Angeles!

ATD26 brought together professionals from across learning, leadership, and workforce development, creating an incredible space for new ideas, meaningful conversations, and future collaborations. We loved connecting with attendees, sharing information about our programs, and being part of this inspiring international event. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth!

05/27/2026

Connecting with museum professionals, educators, archivists, and cultural leaders at the 2026 American Alliance of Museums Annual Meeting in Philadelphia! 🏛️✨

From inspiring conversations to innovative ideas shaping the future of museums and cultural institutions, AAM 2026 was an incredible opportunity to learn, collaborate, and share the work happening at the iSchool. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth and connected with us throughout the conference!

05/20/2026

Congratulations to iSchool students Jennifer Perez Lara, Jessica Ventura, Jennifer Fuentes, and Emily Hernandez on being named 2026–2027 OC REFORMA Scholarship recipients! 🎉📚

This recognition highlights their dedication, hard work, and commitment to serving diverse communities through library and information work. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and look forward to all they will accomplish in the profession

05/18/2026

Join us in supporting Dr. Michele A. L. Villagran from the San José State University iSchool as she speaks on the upcoming Library Writing Cooperative panel, Step-by-Step: Turning Your Presentation into a Publication! 📚✨

This discussion will explore how librarians can expand conference presentations into journal articles, book chapters, and other publications while sharing practical strategies and lessons learned along the way.

🗓 Wednesday, June 3
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM Eastern

Panelists include librarians from Purdue University, National University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and San José State University.

Register here to receive the Zoom link before the event: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedSWaZSjt68Uky7grHSREA9Y3SupVzllGTPfWd6xaN47kCVw/viewform

05/17/2026

Connecting with archivists, alumni, and future information professionals at the 2026 Midwest Archives Conference & Society of Ohio Archivists Annual Meeting in Columbus, Ohio! 📚✨

From catching up with iSchool alumni Catherine Lucy and Amber Bales to meeting incoming Fall 2026 MARA student Jessica Moses, it was wonderful sharing conversations about archives, preservation, and the future of the field at The Ohio State University. Thank you to everyone who stopped by the iSchool booth!

05/16/2026

Missed the 2026 AANHPI Symposium? The full recording is now available on YouTube!

This year’s symposium celebrated the culture, identity, and resilience of Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander librarians and information professionals. Featured speaker Annie Tang presented “Interwoven Histories: Stories of Japanese and Mexican American Resilience in the 1940s,” followed by an inspiring panel discussion with library leaders from across California.

Hear powerful conversations about representation, cultural awareness, lived experiences, and the future of library work.

Watch the full symposium here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4XMIsD17ag

05/15/2026

Today’s the day! 🎓✨

Join us as we celebrate the incredible achievements of the iSchool Class of 2026 during our Virtual Graduation Celebration! This special event honors the hard work, resilience, and dedication of our graduates as they take the next step toward their future.

Family, friends, classmates, and supporters are all welcome to celebrate this unforgettable milestone together.

🕔 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (PT)
📍 Zoom: https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/87519784698

Congratulations, graduates! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎉