Midwest Data Librarian Symposium: A Model for Regional Communities

Amy Koshoffer, Kelsey Badger, Kristen Adams, Ana Munandar

Abstract

The Midwest Data Librarian Symposium (MDLS) is an annual unconference covering data and data librarianship. The symposium aims to provide a venue for librarians and others interested in the topics to network, discuss issues related to research data management, and learn from each other. While most of the attendees are from the Midwest area, the symposium is open to all.

MDLS is a community-led effort and has no governing body. In this article, we share our experiences in contributing to MDLS, including the recent MDLS 2023. Coming up on its tenth year in 2024, we believe MDLS offers a valuable model for low-cost, regional professional development.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.5860/crln.85.8.332
Copyright Amy Koshoffer, Kelsey Badger, Kristen Adams, Ana Munandar

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