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The ACRL-Delaware Valley Chapter is a chapter of the Association of College & Research Libraries, a division of the American Library Association. Founded in 1951, it is the oldest local ACRL chapter and serves library and information professionals in college, university, and research organizations in eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware.

The Chapter’s goal is “to promote library and information services and library and information professionals in college, university and research organizations within the Delaware Valley” as stated in its constitution.

The Chapter offers educational programs, a mentoring program, and an annual stipend for graduate studies in preparation for work in academic libraries. Membership is open to individuals, with a discounted membership fee offered to current members of ACRL. Program participation is open to anyone.

Chapter News

  • Board Meeting Minutes–May 6, 2024
    by ACRL DVC on September 26, 2024 at 8:46 pm

    Attendees: Kris Beutler, Melissa Correll, Nick Cunningham, Theresa Hessey, Russell Michalak, Angela Perkins Absent:  Brendan Johnson, Nicole Rivera, Karen Sheldon Meeting called to order at 11:06AM Minutes from April 1 meeting approved.  Spring program timeline is in place and has built in networking time.  Angela has a colleague who may be interested in VP position. … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes–May 6, 2024”

  • Board Meeting Minutes–April 1, 2024
    by ACRL DVC on September 26, 2024 at 8:43 pm

    Attendees: Kris Beutler, Melissa Correll, Nick Cunningham, Theresa Hessey, Brendan Johnson, Nicole Rivera, Karen Sheldon Absent:  Russell Michalak, Angela Perkins Meeting called to order. Minutes from March 18 meeting approved.  Nicole to review webpage before changes can go live and memberships can be accepted.  Anticipate 3 presentations and 3 lightning talks at the Spring conference. … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes–April 1, 2024”

  • Board Meeting Minutes–March 18, 2024
    by ACRL DVC on September 26, 2024 at 8:39 pm

    Attendees: Melissa Correll, Theresa Hessey, Brendan Johnson, Angela Perkins, Nicole Rivera, Karen Sheldon Absent: Kris Beutler, Nicholas Cunningham, Russell Michalak Meeting called to order at 11:05AM Minutes from February 5 meeting approved.  2023 taxes should be completed by the end of March Need to discuss having a specific Board member’s institution be the mailing address … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes–March 18, 2024”