Running a Virtual System Conference: University Libraries Unite!

Texas A&M librarians had a vision for a virtual conference that could unite university system libraries across the state. It was determined that representatives from different campuses would assemble to plan this endeavor by utilizing web conferencing software, Google applications, and email chains to collaborate from afar. We scheduled regular meetings, formed subcommittees, and built work products to create a successful conference that any librarians or library staff in the system could present at and attend. As we are currently planning the second year of this event, we have built upon what we learned last year to create a more adaptable and autonomous experience for future committee members.

Texas A&M librarians had a vision for a virtual conference that could unite university system libraries across the state. It was determined that representatives from different campuses would assemble to plan this endeavor by utilizing web conferencing software, Google applications, and email chains to collaborate from afar. We scheduled regular meetings, formed subcommittees, and built work products to create a successful conference that any librarians or library staff in the system could present at and attend. As we are currently planning the second year of this event, we have built upon what we learned last year to create a more adaptable and autonomous experience for future committee members.