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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 — August 15, 2023
    by ACRL DVC on October 5, 2023 at 7:47 pm

    Attendees: Kris Beutler, Melissa Correll, Nicholas Cunningham, Jess Denke, Theresa Hessey, Brendan Johnson, Angela Perkins, Nicole Rivera, Karen Sheldon Absent:  Melissa Correll, Russell Michalak The meeting was called to order at 3:05 PM. The minutes from the June 21, 2023 meeting were approved. Karen gave a budget update. We will not be renewing Wild Apricot. … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes — August 15, 2023”

  • Board Meeting Minutes — June 21, 2023
    by ACRL DVC on October 5, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    Attendees: Caitlin Angelone, Maisha Carey, Melissa Correll, Nicholas Cunningham, Jess Denke, Theresa Hessey, Brendan Johnson, Angela Perkins Absent:  Karen Sheldon The meeting was called to order at 11:04 AM The minutes from the April 19th, 2023 meeting were approved. Nick Cunningham will lead the July meeting as president. Discussion of the 2023 ACRL DVC Spring … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes — June 21, 2023”

  • Board Meeting Minutes — April 19, 2023
    by ACRL DVC on October 5, 2023 at 7:45 pm

    Attendees: Melissa Correll, Nicholas Cunningham, Jess Denke, Theresa Hessey, Brendan Johnson, Angela Perkins, Karen Sheldon Absent:  Caitlin Angelone, Maisha Carey The meeting was called to order at 11:04 AM. The minutes for the March 15, 2023 meeting were approved.  Financial information will be consolidated in one location.  Registration reminders for the Spring meeting will be … Continue reading “Board Meeting Minutes — April 19, 2023”