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Updates on Cloud Computing Uses for Library
Service<http://connect.ala.org/node/137568>

*Join an energetic panel of practitioners and researchers to discuss current
projects and trends for cloud computing in libraries.  Featured in Library
Journal's ALA Preview!<http://www.libraryjournal.com/lj/home/890383-264/ala_2011__professional_programs.html.csp>
 *When*: Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 8:00am - 10:00am
   *Location*: Convention Center <http://connect.ala.org/node/136927> Rm 285

*Speakers*:

   1. Yan Han - University of Arizona
   2. Carissa Smith - DuraCloud
   3. Kirsta Stapelfeldt - Islandora / Univeristy of Prince Edward Island
   4. Chris Tonjes - DC Public Library
   5. Erik Mitchell, Wake Forest University

  *Description*:
 Cloud computing solutions continue to be adopted at both the organization
and personal levels. For example, libraries and their patrons are finding
ways to use cloud-based systems to leverage their access and use of digital
information. The past year has seen growth in the use of cloud computing
solutions in libraries. This session will focus on examining current and
emerging trends in cloud computing. The session will include a panel of
cloud computing practitioners and researchers and time for questions and
discussion.

Do you have a cloud computing project you would like to discuss?  Sign up
for a 5 minute slot by emailing Erik Mitchell ([log in to unmask])


-- 
Erik Mitchell, Ph.D.
Assistant Director for Technology Services
Z. Smith Reynolds Library
Wake Forest University
http://erikmitchell.info