call for participation

Submit paper, panel, workshop, or preconference proposals by May 11, 2012, and share your imagination, innovation, and inspiration with your colleagues.

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call for participation

geoffrey canada

The president and CEO of Harlem Children's Zone who was prominently featured in the documentary, Waiting for "Superman" will give the opening keynote address.

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henry rollins

Singer/Actor/Poet/Activist/Raconteur and one of the most thought provoking individuals of our time joins ACRL for a unique and engaging evening of spoken word.

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maria hinojosa

The host of NPR's Latino USA and Maria Hinojosa: One-on-One has informed millions of Americans with her social and economic justice reporting. Join us for her keynote address, "Storytelling and Resistance: The Art of Democracy."

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explore indianapolis

The ACRL 2013 headquarters hotel is the new JW Marriott with a fresh and affordable take on luxury. Learn more about your conference city…

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Association of College & Research Libraries Conference

Submit a proposal for ACRL 2013: Imagine, Innovate, Inspire.  The Call of Participation is now available! Imagine, innovate, and inspire your colleagues with proposals that explore the most dynamic and challenging issues and ideas facing today’s academic and research librarians. Submit your paper, panel, workshop, or preconference proposals by May 11, 2012. Learn more »

Registration and Housing

Registration and housing for ACRL 2013 opens in May 2012. Make sure to get in early to take advantage of discounted registration rates and snag a room at your favorite hotel. Learn more »

ACRL conference attendance is an investment in myself.  I get a wealth of new ideas and a renewed sense of professional pride and purpose as an academic librarian.
brenda hazard
Hudson Valley Community College
ACRL is a wonderful experience for librarians at all stages of their careers.  Networking opportunities abound and the programming is exceptional.  One of the best conferences I've ever attended.
carrye syma
Texas Tech University

What to Expect

  • More than 300 carefully curated programs to help you stay at the forefront of your profession.
  • Opportunities to network with more than 3,000 of your peers and colleagues, including the legendary All-Conference Reception.
  • Exhibits from 200+ companies with products/services for academic and research libraries and librarians.
  • One year of free access to the ACRL 2013 Virtual Conference community, including 130+ slidecasts, social media posts, discussions, and more.