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Thursday, May 7
 

3:15pm EDT

Academic Libraries as a Science Communication Hub
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Academic libraries act as a hub for science communication, supporting the dissemination of knowledge, facilitating discussion, and encouraging informed decision-making. To highlight some of the science communication work done, this poster describes the education, research, and outreach support offered by two librarians in differing positions and stages in their careers. Through sharing these insights, this poster encourages further conversation about how academic librarians can engage with and facilitate science communication.
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avatar for Eli Wachter (they/them)

Eli Wachter (they/them)

Data Visualization Librarian, Michigan State University
Eli Wachter joined the Michigan State University Libraries as the university’s first Data Visualization Librarian in July 2025. They provide consultation services, workshops, and course-embedded instruction sessions on topics related to data visualization and immersive content creation... Read More →
avatar for Jodi Coalter (she/her)

Jodi Coalter (she/her)

Life Sciences Librarian, Michigan State University
Jodi Coalter is the Life Sciences Librarian at Michigan State University. She holds her Masters in Library and Information Science, a Graduate Certificate in Data Management, both from Wayne State University, and a second Masters in Applied Entomology from the University of Maryland... Read More →
2026 MiALA SciCommPoster pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Academic, Public, or a Secret Third Thing? Where Library Users Are Really Going to Access Scholarly Work.
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
While academic libraries offer access to hundreds of thousands of publications, usage can often be less than what we might hope. This poster dives deep into a sample set of academic titles available through Queer Liberation Library, compared to public and university libraries as well as MeL. Usage statistics invite us to consider where library users are really accessing academic works and if university libraries are effectively connecting scholarly work with communities who need it.
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Amber Dierking

Liaison Librarian, Grand Valley State University
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

AI as Wayfinder or Deceiver? Google Lens and Human Catalogers in Describing Detroit's Murals
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
This poster reports findings from a small-scale study comparing Google Lens' assisted and human-only descriptive metadata creation for murals in Detroit. AI-supported workflows aided visual identification and reduced initial descriptive effort but introduced epistemic friction, including misidentifications and non-authorized terminology, requiring verification. Results position Google Lens as workflow support rather than replacement, underscoring the continued necessity of human involvement in authority control, contextual interpretation, and culturally grounded description in AI-integrated environments.
Presenters
avatar for Joan E. Beaudoin, PhD, MLIS, MA

Joan E. Beaudoin, PhD, MLIS, MA

Associate Professor, School of information Sciences, Wayne State University
Hello! In my current position I teach and perform research on metadata, information organization, digital libraries, digital preservation, museum informatics, and the access to and use of visual information. Prior to this I performed archaeological fieldwork, taught art history, and... Read More →
avatar for Sarah Offerman

Sarah Offerman

MLIS Candidate, School of information Sciences, Wayne State University
I am a MLIS candidate at Wayne State University (graduating this week!), with a background in conservation and collections work. I currently work in patron services at a public library, where my interest in how people navigate information systems is shaped by daily interactions with... Read More →
Beaudoin Offerman MiALA poster pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Building Community on Knowledge Commons: Strategies for Spreading the Word about an Open Access Platform
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Knowledge Commons is a non-profit project centered in the College of Arts and Letters at Michigan State University. Knowledge Commons includes five key components: KCWorks (an open access repository built on InvenioRDM), profiles, groups, sites, and a Mastodon server, hcommons.social. Particularly focusing on KCWorks, this poster will demonstrate the strategies the team has used to promote and share their work, which have included customized workshops, regular meetings of a user advisory group, and active social media accounts.
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Larissa Baca

User Engagement Manager, Knowledge Commons, Michigan State University
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Citation and Acknowledgement of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
As generative AI use becomes more prominent in higher education, librarians can take a proactive, practical approach and lean on their expertise in achieving transparency, maintaining academic honesty, and avoiding plagiarism, by teaching the citation and acknowledgment of generative AI tools. This poster will demonstrate existing templates used to acknowledge generative AI use in research and writing, as well as citation strategies for any content those tools generate.
Presenters
avatar for Rebecca Hill Renirie

Rebecca Hill Renirie

Research and Instruction Librarian, Central Michigan University
Rebecca Hill Renirie is a tenured Associate Professor and Research and Instruction Librarian for STEM and Medicine for Central Michigan University Libraries. She provides research support and information literacy instruction for the College of Medicine as well as the School of Engineering... Read More →
Renirie MIALA Poster 2026 pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Did ChatGPT Write This Job Description? The Changing Landscape of Academic Library Job Descriptions
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Feedback Survey
In 2025, ACRL adopted AI competencies to support the needs of academic libraries and AI integration. This poster reviews current academic library job postings in response to the explosion in artificial intelligence. Libraries are creating positions with responsibilities to meet the new and emerging needs of students. Examining job announcements ranging from 2022-2026, collected from national job boards, mailing lists and individual college and university websites to analyze trends on preferred AI skills.
Presenters
avatar for Sara Klink

Sara Klink

Assistant Director of Library Services, Stark State College
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Melissa Bauer

Online Learning Librarian, Kent State University
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Different Platforms Report Researcher Output in Different Ways
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
In this poster presentation, we will show the differences we have found in what types of research are reported in the various bibliometric data reporting platforms. We will also show how the same researcher could appear to have drastically different output when searched in different places. We will demonstrate why you must carefully investigate the data which is captured and shared by a system before using that data to make any decisions.
Presenters
avatar for Amy Seipke

Amy Seipke

Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics Librarian, University of Michigan- Dearborn
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Jeneen Jadallah

Computer Science Student and CIS Mathematics, University of Michigan- Dearborn
MiALA Poster (3) pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Leveraging Early Librarian Status for Optimal Strategic Career Advancement
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Early career librarians (within five years of entering the profession) can strategically accelerate advancement by reframing their status as an asset. Part-time roles provide flexibility for publishing, presenting, and leadership development., as well as gaining experience in multiple disciplines of the profession. Targeted programs through the American Library Association and the Association of College & Research Libraries offer mentorship, grants, and networking opportunities that enhance visibility and professional growth. Intentional engagement during this phase builds momentum for long-term career success.
Presenters
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LaCharmine Jefferson, M.B.A, M.L.I.S

Research & Instruction Librarian, Wayne State University
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Librarian Perspectives on the Factors Influencing Research Confidence and Competence Among Tenure-Track Academic Librarians: A Pilot Study
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
New tenure-track librarians often find themselves at sea when presented with the scholarship requirements of their faculty positions. While existing research has covered the reasons librarians may be or feel underprepared to engage in scholarship, as well as the varied support measures offered to build their confidence and competence, this poster investigates librarians? perceptions of the most effective support they received during their initial library scholarship and publication endeavors.
Presenters
avatar for Elizabeth Heitsch

Elizabeth Heitsch

Research and Instruction Librarian, Central Michigan University
Elizabeth MiALA 2026 poster pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

One Question, Three Perspectives: Views on AI Among LIS Students, Faculty, and Librarians
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Generative AI is altering information work and learning, but campus groups often tackle it from separate vantage points. This poster outlines a survey comparing AI perceptions among LIS students, academic librarians, and LIS faculty at the same institution: Wayne State University. Themes include usefulness, risk, trust, self-efficacy, and policy preferences. Results will inform targeted training and practical guidance for responsible and equitable AI guidelines across campus and library services.
Presenters
avatar for Vaughn Xavier Haynes

Vaughn Xavier Haynes

Graduate Student Assistant, Wayne State University
Graduate Student Assistant at Wayne State. Please hire me!
MiALA AI Poster pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Participatory Design for MLIS Coursework in Computing
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
How can MLIS programs better prepare students for computational thinking and computer programming in libraries? This participatory design project integrates library perspectives, examples, and datasets into introductory programming coursework, with the intention of creating course materials that align with the interests and needs of library students.
Presenters
avatar for Evan Gomish

Evan Gomish

Reference Assistant, University of Michigan
MiALA2026ConferencePoster pdf
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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3:15pm EDT

Why We March: From the Civil Rights Movement to Black Lives Matter
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
Why We March, Special Collections pop-up exhibition is an excellent example of integrating library collections in the classroom and in course work. The exhibitions do not have to be one offs but can also be used as educational tools in the classroom. The poster explores the various elements that went into developing a successful collabortive program between the teaching faculty and the library.
Presenters
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Erik Ponder

African and African American Studies Librarian, Michigan State University
Thursday May 7, 2026 3:15pm - 4:10pm EDT
Grandview I
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