On-Demand Webcasts: Heritage Month
An Authentic Lens: Understanding and Supporting the Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Community
Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Free Symposium
The SJSU School of Information is hosting a free online symposium in celebration of Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Heritage Month. The presentation will begin with a keynote address by ALA President Patty Wong followed by a panel discussion about library services for the Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community.
The recording will be posted in about two weeks.
Deaf Community and Culture and Best Practices for Libraries
Deaf History Month Free Symposium
This event features presentations on Deaf history, community, and culture, and a discussion of best practices for services to the Deaf community.
Women in Information
Women's Heritage Month Free Symposium
Women’s History Month creates space to uplift the extraordinary legacies and lived realities of women around the world. We acknowledge their historic struggles and honor the endless contributions to librarianship, information professions, and beyond. Join SJSU iSchool for our upcoming free symposium, “Women in Information,” to commemorate this month with forward-thinking, visionary dialogue.
Shaping the Future Together: How Libraries Can Support Communities of Color
Black History Month Free Symposium
On February 23, 2022, the San José State University School of Information’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee hosted a symposium in recognition of Black History Month. The free symposium featured two opening keynote speakers followed by a panel discussion on “The Diverse Needs of the Black Community.”
Bridging the Past and Future: Improving Library Services for the Native American Community
Native American Heritage Month Free Symposium
In November 2021, the San José State University School of Information’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee hosted a symposium in recognition of Native American Heritage Month.
Collaborating for Success: A Hispanic Heritage Month Case Study
Diversity Webinar Series
The San José State University School of Information’s Diversity Committee presents ”Collaborating for Success: A Hispanic Heritage Month Case Study,” with guest speakers Nadia Rendon and Nicanor Diaz, both from the Denver Public Library.
Making Vital Connections: Understanding and Serving the Hispanic/Latinx Community
Hispanic Heritage Month Free Symposium
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the San José State University School of Information held a symposium as part of its Equity, Diversity and Inclusion initiative.