Library Folk in the Pub, Melbourne, September 3

It's time for another ALIA New Graduates get together! All library lovers and their friends are most welcome to join us for drinks and dinner. And as always we'd love to see students as well.

When: Tuesday, September 3, 2013, 7:00pm

Where: Vapiano. Flinders Lane, corner of Fulham Place between Elizabeth and Queen Streets. (map)

The table has been booked under 'ALIA'.

Cost: at own expense.

 Feel free to invite anyone you think might be interested.

Please RSVP on Facebook, or email to patrick.splawa.neyman (at) gmail (dot) com by midday Monday 2nd September so we can confirm numbers, but feel to drop in on the night!

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Interview skills workshop, Melbourne, 18 Sep

So your job application caught the eye of a future employer and you’ve secured an interview. Great! What now? How do you convince the interview panel that you’re the best person for the job? What do you need to prepare, and why?

Find out the answers to these questions and more at the ALIA New Graduates Group interview skills event. The experienced presenters for the night are:

• Genevieve Ward (The Good Life Careers) 
• Tanya Bramley (RMIT library) 
• Hugh Rundle (Boroondara library) 

Not only will you gain insights from established professionals from a range of backgrounds: you’ll also gain a certificate of participation, points in the ALIA PD Scheme, and a chance to chat to other library folk.

• When:  Wednesday 18th September 2013, 5:45pm for a 6pm start, finishing at approximately 7:30pm
• Where:  Seminar Room 1, RMIT University Swanston Library, Building 8, Level 5, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne. (Map)
• Cost: $3 for ALIA members and students. $5 for non-ALIA members.
• RSVP: Please email patrick.splawa.neyman@gmail.com by 13th September (places are limited).
  Please let us know if you are a student, and if you’re an ALIA member, include your membership number in your reply.

Hope to see you there!

Victorian ALIA New Graduates Group Committee (Pat, Jenny, Susannah, and Nyss)

Image: Flickr / alexfrance (CC_BY_SA)

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Resume and key selection criteria workshop, Melbourne, 14 Aug

If you’re a library and information student or new graduate wanting some insight into how to put together a great application, this event is for you! Professional librarians wanting to brush up on the process are also most welcome.

Our experienced panel will provide you with their unique perspectives on these important documents, which could make you stand out from the crowd next time you apply for a job.

• Hugh Rundle (Boroondara library)
• Kim Tairi (Swinburne University of Technology library)
• Katherine Gallen (RMIT archives)

Not only will you gain insights from established professionals from a range of backgrounds: you’ll also gain a certificate of participation, points in the ALIA PD Scheme, and a chance to chat to other library folk.

• When:  Wednesday 14th August 2013, 5:45pm for a 6pm start, finishing at approximately 7:30pm
• Where:  Seminar Room 1, RMIT University Swanston Library, Building 8, Level 5, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne. (Map)
• Cost: $3 for ALIA members and students. $5 for non-ALIA members.
• RSVP: Unfortunately this event is full - please email the below address if you'd like to RSVP in case a place opens up
  nyssa.parkes [at] gmail.com by Wednesday 7th August.
  Please let us know if you are a student, and if you’re an ALIA member, include your membership number in your reply.

Hope to see you there!

Victorian ALIA New Graduates Group Committee (Pat, Jenny, Susannah, and Nyss)

Save the date:  On 18th September we will also host a seminar on interview techniques. Same time, same place …

Image: Flickr / e_walk (CC BY-NC-SA)  

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QLD Resume Reviews

Perhaps you’ve just graduated? Looking for your first library job? Due to take the next step in your career? Or new to the profession? Time to get out that resume...... and take this fabulous opportunity for advice and feedback on your resume from an experienced library and information professional.

The coordinators for the ALIA New Graduates Group Queensland are keen to help set you on the right track. Our Resume Reviews event is back!

Where: Brisbane - State Library Cafe, Southbank.

When: Saturday, 3rd August from 9am.

Cost: ALIA members - $5.00, non-ALIA members $7.00

Here’s what you do: -

1. Submit your RSVP with your location preference and resume to us via email (newgradsqld.alia@gmail.com) by Saturday, 27 July 2013 (your resume will be treated with the strictest confidence).
2. Receive your appointment time.
3. Meet with your reviewer at your appointed time and receive valuable feedback and advice!
4. Apply feedback and have more confidence in your resume.
   

Appointments will run for approximately 20 minutes each.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us - newgradsqld.alia@gmail.com

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CSU Visit Wednesday 3rd July

The Victorian contingent of the ALIA New Grads group recently hosted a dinner with some students and faculty members of Charles Sturt University.

The dinner was a success and provided a good opportunity for networking and assistance with study ideas.

Stay tuned for some upcoming Victorian events- Key Selection Criteria and Interview Skills evenings in August and September.

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ALIA Sydney Event - Advocate, Promote, Brand. Your Profession, Your Organisation, Yourself

ALIA Sydney will be hosting an event in Western Sydney in May titled - Advocate, Promote, Brand. Your Profession, Your Organisation, Yourself. 

Confirmed Speakers:

• Sue McKerracher (ALIA Executive Director) shares her tips on advocacy

• Michael Gonzalez (Manager Digital Discovery & Services at UWS Library) talks to us about strategically promoting and rebranding your library and resources 

• Cecilia Kluger (Principal and Founder of CK Design) discusses branding your library

Essential Information:

Date	27 May 2013
Time	6pm for a 6.15pm start
Location	Parramatta City Library (Darug Room)
Cost	$7 (members) $10 (non-members)

Places are limited. Register your interest at aliasydneygroup@gmail.com and join us on Monday 27 May 2013 at Parramatta City Library.

 Check out http://aliasydney.blogspot.com.au/2013/05/save-date-advocate-promote-brand-your.html for further info. 

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Trivia Night - QLD

It's that time of year again - the best time - Library and Information Week. That means it's Trivia Night in Brisbane! ALIA QLD is putting on the annual trivia extravaganza and we would like to book a New Grads table.

This year is a little different. Each person will have to register themselves via the Eventbrite system. If you would like to come you can make your payment yourself but enter New Grads as your team name. Please email us with your details so we can meet you on the night at our table: newgradsqld.alia@gmail.com.

The details from ALIA QLD:

Trivia Night, Monday 20 May – Time to buy your tickets

The ALIA Qld Library and Information Week Trivia Night is on in less than 3 weeks. 

Where:  The Irish Club, 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane

When:  Monday 20 May 2013

Time: Trivia starts at 6:30pm [arrive from 5:30pm for meals and drinks in the Bistro, or enjoy a select menu at your table during the Trivia]

Last year’s Trivia Master returns for more fun competitions and games!

As always, there will be lots of raffles and prizes, including cash (voucher) prizes for 1^st and 2^nd place. 

There is also a prize for the best themed table – Our theme is the Library and Information Week 2013 theme “Share your story”.

Register and pay now on our EventBrite site now - http://www.eventbrite.com.au/event/6317448659#

How it works

If you already have a team, come up with a name and each enter that name when you register on EventBrite.  The recommended number of members per team is 8.

If you don’t have a team yet – don’t worry, we’ll find you a team to join on the night.  It’s a great way to meet new library and information people!  Just write “No team yet” when you register on EventBrite.

Entry Fees

·        $15 per person for ALIA individual members, sponsors and affiliate associations [ALLA, PLAQ, SLAQ] – note you will need to enter your individual  membership number when you register on EventBrite

·        $20 per person if you are not in the above category

We look forward to seeing you there!

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