Save May 13, 2026, for The Amigos Member Conference. Plan now to join Amigos staff, Board of Directors and other member libraries for a day of learning, inspiration, and connection. This online conference will include a keynote, the Annual Member Business Meeting, results of the Amigos Board of Directors election, and a diverse selection of concurrent sessions for learners. As always, registration will be free for members.
Education & Events
Last Chance to Register for Digital Accessibility Conference
Don’t miss the chance to join us Wednesday, February 25, 2026, for the Amigos online conference, Digital Accessibility in Libraries. Register by 8 am Central, February 23, to join us for the live event. Featuring an opening keynote from the University of Minnesota’s Amy Drayer this conference will offer insight for libraries of all types.
Invite Your Student Workers and Volunteers to Customer Service Basics for Free
Now is a great time to remember that all courses on the
Continuing Education Services schedule are free for Amigos members, including
student workers and volunteers. Libraries looking for fundamental customer
service training are invited to attend our upcoming Know
& Go: Customer Service Basics on March 11. This review of retail
customer service skills and techniques will support any interaction with a
patron, whether in-person, on the phone, or virtually. Sign
up and share this invitation today to help library staff leverage customer
service skills to address a range of information needs.
Speakers Announced for March 17 Session on APIs in Libraries
Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) enable libraries
to streamline workflows, enhance discovery, and integrate systems in innovative
ways—regardless of technical background. Register now to join us on March 17th
for The Hive: Unlocking the Power of APIs in Libraries andhear from
three subject matter experts. Learn about Doing More with Less: Simple API
Wins for Library Websites from Sean Fitzpatrick; Practical API Workflows
for Managing a Research Information System from Clarke Iakovakis; and Overcoming
Technical Services Challenges with APIs from Megan Macken.
Oxford Research Encyclopedias move to Oxford Academic
With one month remaining before Oxford Research Encyclopedias transition to the Oxford Academic platform, Oxford University Press (OUP) has announced an upgrade to the access control system for several of its online resources to enhance performance and stability. Subscribers are encouraged to visit OUP’s information page for additional details, including a checklist of actions to complete before March 26 to ensure a smooth transition for libraries and users.
Updates and New Journals from Project MUSE
Project MUSE has announced they have met the sustainability threshold for another year of Subscribe to Open (S20), resulting in current content from over 100 journals across 28 publishers remaining available open access on the Project MUSE platform for a second year in 2026.
In addition to another year of open access, Project MUSE also welcomes eight new journals for 2026. Amigos members can save on Project MUSE subscriptions for access to their many journals and books collection.
Share Research on Coevolution with Your Campus
A new BioOne Vista research collection focused on coevolution, highlighting the dynamic interplay between species that drives evolutionary change across ecosystems, is now available. Coevolution is available for all to explore – no subscription needed – for free through March 15, 2026.
Sharing this collection makes it easy for faculty and students to discover high-impact content already available through your BioOne Complete subscription.
Resource Sharing & Services
TAE Forms Moving to the TAE Label Maker
Beginning Monday, February 23, all forms currently available on the Trans‑Amigos Express (TAE) website will be moved into the TAE Label Maker. This change is part of our ongoing efforts to streamline the courier experience for all TAE participants. By integrating these forms directly into the TAE Label Maker, users will have a single, centralized location to complete many day‑to‑day courier-related tasks, including reporting service disruptions, closures, lost/damaged items, and supply requests.
To locate the forms after February 23, simply log in to the TAE Label Maker. The forms will appear in an easy‑to‑find section within the Tools menu. No changes to your login or account setup are required.
Need Help Finding Qualified Candidates for Library Job Openings?
Amigos member libraries can post their openings for FREE! Postings remain in our job bank for thirty days and are shared to Amigos social media. Current Job Listings.
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