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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 14
🔵 #RLUK26 #CFP | Stewardship in challenging times:
the role of libraries in supporting civic society

📣The Call for papers is now open for the #RLUK26 virtual conference being held on 25-27 March 2026. The conference is open to all.

🔗 Find out more at bit.ly/RLUKconf
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Leeds University Library Galleries @lulgalleries.bsky.social · 51m
We are super excited for our LGBTQ+ intern, Rosaleen, to share what she has been up to in the @rluk.ac.uk seminar on equity and inclusion! 🏳️‍🌈

Tune in to hear Rosaleen discuss her research of queer narratives within the University's Cultural Collections. 📖
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 19
🟠 #RLUKICIL | Towards equity & inclusion through special collections & archives | 20 Oct

This seminar will hear case studies from @ncllibspeccoll.bsky.social @leedsunilibraries.bsky.social @ucllccos.bsky.social on how collections & archives help research libraries meet EDI goals

🎟 bit.ly/RLUKICIL
ICIL information card with event title and date and headshot photos of Geraldine Hunwick, Ian Johnson, Rosaleen Williams, Holly Smith, Sarah Aitchison, and Erika Delbecque.
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 1h
#RLUK26 #CFP

Libraries navigate complex intersections of academic freedom, freedom of speech, censorship & contested spaces+collections

#RLUK26 will explore dynamic, inclusive & strategic approaches needed to manage myriad challenges libraries face

ℹ️ bit.ly/RLUKconf
RLUK Conference – Research Libraries UK Conference
RLUK Conference - Research Libraries UK Conference
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 1h
🔵 #RLUK26 #CFP | Stewardship in challenging times:
the role of libraries in supporting civic society

📣There is just one month left to submit to the #RLUK26 virtual conference call for papers being held on 25-27 March 2026. The conference is open to all.

🔗 Find out more at bit.ly/RLUKconf
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 5d
🟠 #RLUKICIL | From Overthinking to Action: Making Library Activism Everyday | 27 Nov

This interactive workshop, led by Sara Huws (Cardiff), is an opportunity for library professionals to reflect on their social purpose & explore how 'everyday activism' can make positive changes

🎟 bit.ly/RLUKICIL
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British Library @britishlibrary.bsky.social · 8d
Don't miss our free, online Open and Engaged Conference 2025, as part of #InternationaOpenAccessWeek.

This year we're exploring the power, ethics, and responsibility embedded in how cultural heritage is created, shared, and preserved.

Register for free: bit.ly/BLEngagedCon...
A collage of images including a person with headphones on working at a desk, a person weaving straw together and someone in a lab holding a bottle. A open padlock graphic is laid over each image and text reads Open and Engaged 2025. Who owns our knowledge? Monday 20th, Wednesday 22nd, Thursday 23rd October, online conference..
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 6d
We were pleased to have Paul Gooding (Glasgow) speak to #RLUKDSF today on ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ approaches to #AI implementation to help libraries better respond to the challenges of implementing new tech. Chaired by @cgknowles.bsky.social

📺 You can watch the recording of his talk at bit.ly/DSFonD
Screenshot of Zoom discussion with Paul Gooding and Claire Knowles on screen.
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Research Information @researchinfo.bsky.social · 13d
Jisc launches Digital Transformation Library Lens
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Tool highlights the role of library teams in shaping and delivering digital transformation across higher education
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Jisc launches Digital Transformation Library Lens - Research Information
Tool highlights the role of library teams in shaping and delivering digital transformation across higher education
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Paola Marchionni @pmarchionni-jisc.bsky.social · 8d
📢Just published: @jisc.bsky.social Digital transformation library lens www.jisc.ac.uk/taking-digit..., a tool for libraries to amplify, enhance and evidence their role in digital transformation. A big publication, but you can dip in and out! Thanks to SCONUL, @rluk.ac.uk and @cilip.bsky.social
Digital transformation library lens - Jisc
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 14
🔵 #RLUK26 #CFP | Stewardship in challenging times:
the role of libraries in supporting civic society

📣The Call for papers is now open for the #RLUK26 virtual conference being held on 25-27 March 2026. The conference is open to all.

🔗 Find out more at bit.ly/RLUKconf
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Katherine Stephan @msiowaintheuk.bsky.social · 19d
Lots of ideas to think about on my train home to Liverpool from my excellent day in London with the Research Catalyst cohort. Was exciting to have my own research hat on, not just supporting others with theirs. Thank you for the opportunity @rluk.ac.uk @armauk.bsky.social #librariesxresearch
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William J Nixon @williamjnixon.bsky.social · 20d
Ready and waiting for our third AHRC @rluk.ac.uk Research Catalyst cohort here in Senate House for today’s launch in partnership with @armauk.bsky.social #librariesXresearch find out more at www.rluk.ac.uk/rluk-ahrc-re...
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William J Nixon @williamjnixon.bsky.social · 19d
Fantastic to meet our new AHRC @rluk.ac.uk Research Catalyst Cohort colleagues at our RCC3 launch yesterday & delighted to be partnering with @armauk.bsky.social Lots of learning, networking & engagement in the room. Wishing you all every success on your research journey and we are here for you
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Open Research, University of Sheffield @openresshef.bsky.social · 20d
🔊 Vacancy: Open Research Manager, University of Sheffield Library (full-time, open-ended). The role will involve supporting projects across Sheffield and nationally with the @ukrepro.bsky.social to accelerate open research practices. Closing date 22 October: jobsite.sheffield.ac.uk/job/Open-Res...
Open Research Manager
Open Research Manager
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 21d
Thanks to Sally Kent & Eleanor Parmenter for sharing with #RLUKICIL reflections on @theul.bsky.social project w/ Zambian visual artists exploring new ways to engage with problematic material & collaborating outside library’s trad user base

📺 You can watch a recording of their talk at bit.ly/ICILOND
Screenshot of Zoom discussion with Sally Kent, Eleanor Parmenter, and event chair Helen Wakely on screen.
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Bodleian Libraries @bodleian.ox.ac.uk · 22d
Are you interested in digital collections, policy management,, outreach & training? Then you could be our next Digital Preservation Officer!

Digital Preservation Officer (Maternity Cover). Closes 26 Sept 12:00.
Apply: bodleian.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs.
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 29d
🟠 #RLUKICIL | Re-entangling the visual archive | 23 Sep

Join us next Tues to hear reflections on @theul.bsky.social project with Zambian visual artists exploring new ways to engage with problematic archival material & collaborating outside library’s ‘traditional’ user base

🎟️ bit.ly/RLUKICIL
ICIL information card with event title and date and headshot photos of Sally Kent, Eleanor Parmenter, and Jenni Skinner.
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 29d
#librariesXresearch #REPRCC (3/3)

🔸Charlie Oubridge (British Library)
🔹Anna Pensaert (Cambridge)
🔸Morwenna Peters (UWE Bristol)
🔹Tim Riley (Aberdeen)
🔸Katherine Stephan (LJMU)
🔹Nicola Wylie (Lancaster)
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 29d
#librariesXresearch #REPRCC (2/3)

🔹Anna Hvass (Southampton)
🔸Vicky Holmes (Leicester)
🔹Jo Kent (British Library)
🔸Sally Kent (Cambridge)
🔹Lucy Lambe (LSE)
🔸Christine Love-Rodgers (Edinburgh)
🔹Rob Miles (LSE)
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 29d
#librariesXresearch #REPRCC (1/3)

🔹Joshua Caldicott (Warwick)
🔸Laura Caskey (QUB)
🔹Catherine Conisbee (Oxford)
🔸Delphine Doucet (Sunderland)
🔹Rosie Enys (Falmouth Exeter Plus)
🔸Cheryl Francis (Sunderland)
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · 29d
We’re delighted to announce the third #RLUK #AHRC @armauk.bsky.social Research Catalyst Cohort #REPRCC for academic libraries.

Over the next year they will develop their research confidence, skills & capabilities

bit.ly/47JXXty

🎉 Congratulations #librariesXresearch cohort! 👇
Research Catalyst Cohort 2025-26 announced
This programme consists of a tailored cohort training programme, open events, case studies, and resources to support colleagues working across the academic library community to develop their research ...
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Sep 8
🟢 #RLUKDSF | Thinking Fast & Slow about #AI | 🗓 8 Oct

Join us in Oct to hear Paul Gooding (Glasgow) discuss principles for determining ‘fast’ and ‘slow’ approaches to #AI implementation to help libraries better respond to the challenges of implementing new technologies

🎟️ Sign up bit.ly/RLUKDSF
Digital shift forum information card with event title and date and headshot photo of Paul Gooding
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 19
🟠 #RLUKICIL | Towards equity & inclusion through special collections & archives | 20 Oct

This seminar will hear case studies from @ncllibspeccoll.bsky.social @leedsunilibraries.bsky.social @ucllccos.bsky.social on how collections & archives help research libraries meet EDI goals

🎟 bit.ly/RLUKICIL
ICIL information card with event title and date and headshot photos of Geraldine Hunwick, Ian Johnson, Rosaleen Williams, Holly Smith, Sarah Aitchison, and Erika Delbecque.
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 19
🟠 #RLUKICIL | Re-entangling the visual archive | 23 Sep

Join us to hear reflections on @theul.bsky.social project with Zambian visual artists exploring new ways to engage with archival material inc. problematic colonial-era & collaborating outside library’s ‘traditional’ user base

bit.ly/RLUKICIL
ICIL information card with event title and date and headshot photos of Sally Kent, Eleanor Parmenter, and Jenni Skinner.
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CARL / ABRC @carl-abrc.bsky.social · Aug 21
This week's #ElertCyberavis features recent news and publications relevant to Canadian research libraries from @arl.org @ocul-libraries.bsky.social @ala-acrl.bsky.social @libraryleadpipe.bsky.social @rluk.ac.uk and more!

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David Prosser @davidprosser.bsky.social · Aug 21
I was asked for a comment on the UK's journal big deal negotiations. We are in a sector-wide consultation and so not appropriate to talk specifics - but there is an apparent lack of understanding by some publishers of the current financial position of UK HE
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Chris Havergal @chrishavergal.bsky.social · Aug 20
Many UK universities likely to walk away from journal agreements after publishers put forward proposals with “year-on-year price rises” rather than cheaper deals demanded by national negotiators, @davidprosser.bsky.social tells @jgro-the.bsky.social www.timeshighereducation.com/news/busines...
‘Business-as-usual’ offers from publishers raise walk-away fears
Disappointing offers which ‘miss financial reality’ faced by UK higher education have heightened speculation that institutions will ditch proposed deals
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David Prosser @davidprosser.bsky.social · Aug 15
We're very excited to open the Call for Papers for the next RLUK Conference. We welcome papers from all over the world, and not just from RLUK Members. So please do consider submitting a paper
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RLUK Research Libraries UK @rluk.ac.uk · Aug 14
🔵 #RLUK26 #CFP | Stewardship in challenging times:
the role of libraries in supporting civic society

📣The Call for papers is now open for the #RLUK26 virtual conference being held on 25-27 March 2026. The conference is open to all.

🔗 Find out more at bit.ly/RLUKconf
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