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Murder and Estrangement in The Stories of Breece D’J Pancake

Description: Presentation exploring Breece D'J Pancake's collective stories that are unique in their inclusion of murder and estrangement, "Time and Again" and The Way It Has to Be." The presentation explores the background and perspective of the Breece D'J Pancake, what makes these two stories unique, and how the author's experiences may have impacted his writing.
Date: October 9, 2025
Creator: Campbell, Doug
Partner: UNT Libraries

Preservation Survey and Assessment Project Results and Recommendations

Description: Presentation shares the results of a comprehensive preservation survey and assessment conducted on institutional holdings housed at the Research Collections Library between 2020 and 2024. It highlights the workflows developed for the project, summarizes key preservation and accessibility concerns identified during the assessment, and outlines four recommended action plans to guide future preservation efforts and resource planning.
Date: July 2024
Creator: Lemons, Justin & Zimmerman, Camila
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Documenting a Milestone: UNT Libraries’ ARL Celebration

Description: Presentation highlights UNT Libraries’ successful invitation to join the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the oral history project developed to document the experiences of faculty and staff who contributed to that achievement. It discusses the planning, implementation, and preservation of oral history interviews, as well as the lessons learned and the broader value of oral histories in capturing and preserving institutional memory. It was presented at the 2023 Texas Oral History Asso… more
Date: September 9, 2023
Creator: Rhinehart-Doty, Jodi; Lemons, Justin & Wilson, Sara
Partner: University of North Texas

The Anti-Establishment Iconography of S. Brooks: 1970s Dallas Viewed Through the Countercultural Pen of its Most Laid-Back Radical

Description: Presentation explores the work of artist Steve Brooks and his influence on the visual culture of the Dallas counterculture movement during the 1970s. Through an examination of his illustrations, posters, publications, and collaborations, it highlights how Brooks used humor and distinctive graphic design to communicate anti-establishment ideas while helping define the visual identity of a significant cultural era.
Date: March 28, 2024
Creator: Lemons, Justin
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Archival First Aid and Preservation in a War Zone

Description: Presentation introduces the concept of practical preservation for archival collections, emphasizing realistic and achievable strategies for protecting materials when ideal preservation conditions are limited by emergencies, resource constraints, or environmental challenges. It provides guidance on disaster preparedness, archival first aid, risk assessment, and common-sense preservation practices that can help stabilize and safeguard collections during crises until long-term solutions are availa… more
Date: August 2025
Creator: Lemons, Justin
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Advocating for AV Collections to Admin: Implementing Preservation Surveys and AV Inventories

Description: Presentation discusses the Audiovisual Preservation Survey and Assessment (AVPSA), a large-scale effort to evaluate archival collections for preservation risks, storage conditions, and long-term accessibility needs. It presents key findings from the assessment, outlines recommendations for audiovisual preservation and digitization initiatives, and highlights strategies for developing sustainable workflows, resources, and action plans to protect archival materials. It was presented at ARSC’s 60t… more
Date: May 15, 2026
Creator: Zimmerman, Camila & Lemons, Justin
Partner: University of North Texas

Rankism in U.S. Academic Libraries

Description: Presentation presentation examines the prevalence and impact of rankism in academic libraries, exploring how hierarchical structures can influence workplace relationships, professional recognition, and employees’ sense of belonging. Drawing on survey data from library workers across different roles, educational backgrounds, ages, and genders, it identifies patterns in experiences of rankism and discusses strategies for creating more equitable and inclusive workplace cultures. It was presented a… more
Date: March 29, 2026
Creator: Leuzinger, Julie; Ames, Alex & Lemons, Justin
Partner: UNT Libraries

Collection Evaluation for Enhancements Technical Standards

Description: Presentation summarizes an evaluation of the UNT Libraries’ Technical Standards collection, examining its scope, usage, strengths, gaps, and alignment with the needs of faculty and students across multiple disciplines. It highlights challenges associated with providing access to technical standards, assesses collection performance relative to peer institutions, and identifies priority areas for future collection development and investment.
Date: July 7, 2026
Creator: Harker, Karen; Byrne, Sephra & Cuevas, Homero Rendon
Partner: UNT Libraries

Belonging, Achievement, and Retention

Description: Presentation exploring the assessment of student needs in the UNT Honors College. It challenges the assumption that high-achieving students are automatically positioned for success, arguing that persistence is often shaped more by connection and belonging than by academic ability alone. Using an ecosystem model of student success, it explores how structured engagement, mentorship, and intentional measures of belonging can help institutions support high-achieving students and reduce disengagemen… more
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Ryan, Sean; Ozog, Lizette & Forst, Michael
Partner: University of North Texas

Advancing accessibility, faculty and staff support, and Title II ADA readiness

Description: Presentation explains how removing and redesigning architectural access barriers enhance academic performance, improve engagement and strengthen outcomes across learning environment. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Brand, Benjamin David, 1977- & Heap, Tania
Partner: University of North Texas

Aligning Curriculum and Career Pathways: Insights from the Curriculum Connector and English Department Pilot

Description: Presentation outlines an assessment of students’ experiences in a major, focusing on career preparation, skill development, and sense of belonging. It also analyzes alumni outcomes to identify career pathways. Findings highlight strong student passion and transferable skills, but also challenges such as limited awareness of career options, rigid degree plans, and fewer community opportunities. Overall, the insights are used to improve curriculum, advising, and student engagement. It was present… more
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Monticino, Michael & Prince, April
Partner: University of North Texas

Roads to Student Success Insights from LEEF's first year

Description: Presentation provides the first year of "Learning Ecosystem for Empowering Futures" project activities and insights giving a vison of further steps. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Last, First
Partner: University of North Texas

Encouraging Graduate Student Connection and Participation using the Glenn and Ellis Mentoring System (GEMS)

Description: Presentation explores the intentional design of the Behavior Analysis program at UNT and its foundation in Continuous Learning Communities (CLCs), emphasizing structured training, collaboration, and the integration of science-based principles. It highlights how learning occurs across multiple contexts, formal, informal, and experiential, supported by reflective practice and community engagement to foster continuous individual and disciplinary development. It was presented at the 2026 Student Po… more
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Bergmann, Sam; Morales, David & Ala'i-Rosales, Shahla
Partner: UNT College of Public Affairs and Community Service

From Anxiety to Agency: Growing Faculty Confidence and teaching Skills around AI for Student Success

Description: Presentation examines how the Generative AI Institute for Teaching (GAIT) helps faculty move from uncertainty and anxiety about artificial intelligence to confidence, ethical decision-making, and effective classroom integration. Drawing on participant reflections and program outcomes, it highlights strategies for building AI literacy, fostering critical thinking, supporting responsible AI use, and enhancing teaching practices to improve student success. It was presented at the 2026 Student Port… more
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Boye, Allison
Partner: University of North Texas

Collaborate and Connect: Active Learning by Design

Description: Presentation examines the role of social connections in enhancing health, cognitive functioning, and student well-being. It highlights how intentional community-building practices and meaningful interactions improve engagement, confidence, academic success, and overall quality of life. It was presented at the 2026 Student Portraits Data Symposium.
Date: April 30, 2026
Creator: Perez, Kelly & Herbert, Tama
Partner: UNT College of Public Affairs and Community Service

Assessing Student Needs at UNT: Best Practices, Challenges, and Insights from a Library Survey

Description: Presentation explores the assessment of student needs at the University of North Texas through insights gathered from a library survey. It highlights effective practices, identifies key challenges, and provides data-driven recommendations to enhance student support services, engagement, and resource accessibility. It was presented at the TxAHEA Annual Conference 2025, October 06-08. San Antonio, Texas, USA
Date: October 7, 2025
Creator: Byrne, Sephra & Leuzinger, Julie
Partner: UNT Libraries

Practical Approaches for Training Student Library Employees in Metadata Creation

Description: Presentation examines how the University of North Texas Digital Libraries successfully use student employees to support metadata creation, quality control, and digital collections management. It highlights best practices in hiring, training, supervision, and workflow design, while also addressing challenges related to skill development, retention, and maintaining metadata quality at scale. It was presented at the 2026 Texas Conference on Digital Libraries (TCDL), June 02-04, 2026. Austin, Texas… more
Date: June 4, 2026
Creator: Fisher, Sarah Lynn; Tarver, Hannah & Phillips, Mark Edward
Partner: UNT Libraries

Captured Lakes and Landscapes: A Collaborative Effort to Digitize Two Film Collections

Description: Presentation highlights a grant-supported project to preserve and provide access to two unique archival film collections held by UNT Special Collections. It explores the collaborative digitization process (including preservation, metadata creation, and partnerships with the Digital Projects Lab) and demonstrates how these efforts help make historically significant recordings of North Texas lakes and landscapes more accessible to researchers and the public. This presentation was given at the 202… more
Date: June 3, 2026
Creator: Brown, Bree'ya N.; Kellum, Christina & McIntosh, Marcia
Partner: UNT Libraries

From Gap to Growth: How UNT Libraries Developed an Accessibility Training Program

Description: Presentation explores how UNT Libraries identified a gap in employee accessibility training and developed the Accessibility LibGuides Academy to address it. Attendees will learn how the library transformed accessibility efforts from inconsistent, reactive practices into a sustainable, organization-wide program by implementing a scalable, practice-based learning model that combines self-paced modules, hands-on application, and outcomes-focused assessment to build accessibility skills, confidence… more
Date: April 14, 2026
Creator: Roy, Meranda M.
Partner: UNT Libraries

LibTeach Academy: An Online Professional Development Initiative for Librarians

Description: Presentation describes the development of LibTeach Academy, an online professional development initiative created by UNT Libraries to address instructional challenges and support librarians with teaching responsibilities. Through needs assessments, strategic planning, and evidence-based instructional practices, the program provides a structured learning pathway that enhances instructional design skills, reflective teaching, learner engagement, accessibility, and assessment practices. This pres… more
Date: April 2023
Creator: Roy, Meranda M.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Developing an Ontology To Explore Instructional Designer Competencies

Description: Presentation explores the development and validation of a formal ontology designed to define and organize the complex competencies required of instructional designers in higher education. By synthesizing academic literature, professional standards, and expert feedback, the study created a transparent and reusable framework that clarifies the knowledge, skills, and professional attributes needed for effective instructional design practice and helps navigate the hundreds of competencies expected … more
Date: March 2023
Creator: Roy, Meranda M.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Designing a Strategic Prioritization Framework for Digital Learning Objects

Description: Presentation examines the early development of a strategic prioritization framework for Digital Learning Objects (DLOs) within an academic library setting, with a focus on governance, sustainability, and accessibility. It highlights how intentional decision-making structures can help libraries move beyond reactive content creation toward scalable and maintainable digital learning ecosystems that better support online learners and instructional goals. This presentation was given at the ACRL Dist… more
Date: June 2026
Creator: Roy, Meranda M.
Partner: UNT Libraries

Bridging the Feedback Gap:Institutional Repository Training for Non-Institutional Repository Staff

Description: Presentation describes the development of an institutional repository training program designed to help non-repository library staff better understand repository services, policies, and workflows at the University of North Texas. By addressing knowledge gaps through a structured curriculum covering repository foundations, open access, self-archiving, and digital curation, the initiative aims to improve collaboration, service awareness, and support for scholarly communication across the library.… more
Date: June 4, 2026
Creator: Johnson-Freeman, Whitney R. & Savchenko, Viktoriia
Partner: UNT Libraries

Lab Band Digital Debut: Digitizing UNT's Jazz Sheet Music Library

Description: Presentation highlights the digitization of UNT’s Jazz Studies Chart Library, a project designed to preserve, organize, and improve access to a unique collection of jazz sheet music. It examines the collaborative workflow involving inventory, digitization, quality control, metadata creation, and access management, while addressing the challenges of converting performance-oriented physical materials into a sustainable digital collection. It was presented at the 2026 Texas Conference on Digital L… more
Date: June 4, 2026
Creator: Sellers, Steven & McIntosh, Marcia
Partner: UNT Libraries
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