+1 - I think this is a very valuable topic for open dialog.
Tim
On Tue, Feb 14, 2017 at 1:58 PM, Elizabeth Leonard <
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> I am interested as well.
>
> Elizabeth Leonard
> 973-761-9445
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of
> Tod Olson
> Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 1:57 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] OpenAthens and Shibboleth
>
> Very good, on-list it is then. And the folks from OpenAthens know what is
> expected.
>
> Thanks for speaking up!
>
> -Tod
>
> > On Feb 14, 2017, at 12:49 PM, Haitz, Lisa (haitzlm) <
> [log in to unmask]> wrote:
> >
> > Agree +1
> >
> > On 2/14/17, 1:38 PM, "Code for Libraries on behalf of Mark V. Sullivan" <
> [log in to unmask] on behalf of [log in to unmask]>
> wrote:
> >
> > +1 for keeping it on list.
> >
> >
> > I am interested and already learned that OpenAthens even exists from
> this email.. just don't have anything to add.
> >
> >
> > But it is certainly on my "watch" list.. [😉]
> >
> >
> > Mark
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: Code for Libraries <[log in to unmask]> on behalf of Tod
> Olson <[log in to unmask]>
> > Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2017 1:35 PM
> > To: [log in to unmask]
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] OpenAthens and Shibboleth
> >
> > Since there have been no other on-list responses, I imagine this is
> not of general interest. We can take this off-list.
> >
> > -Tod
> >
> >> On Feb 14, 2017, at 4:13 AM, Peter D. Cliff <[log in to unmask]>
> wrote:
> >>
> >> Hi Tod (& everyone),
> >>
> >> My name is Peter Cliff and I work at OpenAthens as a senior software
> engineer. I watch this list as I've a personal (and professional) interest
> in library IT having worked in a number of academic libraries in the UK.
> >>
> >> I spotted your question about OpenAthens and Shibboleth and wondered if
> it would be OK to forward to my colleagues here to answer. I'm not sure
> what the etiquette on this list is - would it be OK for a vendor to post a
> reply?
> >>
> >> No worries if not of course and please don't let me being on this
> >> list prevent discussion of OpenAthens! I'm always keen to hear what
> >> users think - good or bad! :-)
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >>
> >> Peter
> >> ________________________________________
> >> From: Code for Libraries <[log in to unmask]> on behalf of
> >> CODE4LIB automatic digest system <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Sent: 14 February 2017 04:00
> >> To: [log in to unmask]
> >> Subject: CODE4LIB Digest - 12 Feb 2017 to 13 Feb 2017 (#2017-37)
> >>
> >> There are 5 messages totaling 647 lines in this issue.
> >>
> >> Topics of the day:
> >>
> >> 1. OpenAthens and Shibboleth
> >> 2. Search extended: Enterprise Systems Librarian at VCU Libraries,
> Richmond,
> >> VA
> >> 3. Diversity Scholarship Conference Buddies 4. Position posting - UX
> >> developer @Cornell University Library 5. Innovation in Libraries
> >> Awesome Foundation - Deadline is Wednesday
> >>
> >> ---------------------------------------------------------------------
> >> -
> >>
> >> Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2017 04:09:48 +0000
> >> From: Tod Olson <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Subject: OpenAthens and Shibboleth
> >>
> >> Hi everyone,
> >>
> >> Here's a question about competing(?) federations for SAML-based
> authentication. We use Shibboleth as the preferred Web-based authentication
> method on campus, and we of course have long been members of the InCommon
> federation. At least one vendor is starting to promote OpenAthens (formerly
> Athena) for authentication. OpenAthens claims some ability to interoperate
> with Shibboleth. I'm trying to see the concrete benefit of joining
> OpenAthens as well as InCommon.
> >>
> >> Have any of you InCommon institutions considered joining OpenAthens?
> What, if anything, tipped you towards picking up an additional federation?
> >>
> >> Thanks for sharing any experiences,
> >>
> >> -Tod
> >>
> >>
> >> Tod Olson <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
> >> Systems Librarian
> >> Interim Director for Integrated Library Systems University of Chicago
> >> Library
> >>
> >> ------------------------------
> >>
> >> Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2017 11:01:20 -0500
> >> From: Erin White <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Subject: Search extended: Enterprise Systems Librarian at VCU
> >> Libraries, Richmond, VA
> >>
> >> Colleagues - please send this post along to anyone who might be
> >> interested, and let me know if you have questions, etc. Thanks!
> >>
> >> =====
> >>
> >> SEARCH EXTENDED: Enterprise Systems Librarian, Virginia Commonwealth
> >> University, Richmond, VA
> >>
> >> The Enterprise Systems Librarian will enable exemplary discovery of
> >> and workflow efficiencies for library collections. Working in a team
> >> environment, the successful candidate will be responsible for a suite
> >> of enterprise library applications, including Alma, Primo, ILLiad,
> >> and EZproxy.
> >>
> >> Salary commensurate with experience, not less than $50,000. Review of
> >> applications has begun and will continue until the position is filled.
> >>
> >> Preferred qualifications include demonstrated experience working in
> >> and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or
> >> commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Although experience
> >> in certain areas is desirable, this is an entry-level position in
> >> which candidates who demonstrate excellent promise and a passion for
> >> developing superior academic library systemswill be given the most
> serious consideration.
> >>
> >> The complete position description is available at
> >> http://www.library.vcu.edu/about/jobs/
> >
> > [https://apps.library.vcu.edu/assets/public/images/vculiblogo_square.j
> > pg]<http://www.library.vcu.edu/about/jobs/>
> >
> > Jobs | VCU Libraries<http://www.library.vcu.edu/about/jobs/>
> > www.library.vcu.edu
> > Jobs Faculty Positions. Research and Education Librarians (2)
> > Teaching and Learning Librarian, Special Collections and Archives;
> > Enterprise Systems Librarian
> >
> >
> >
> >>
> >> To apply for this position go to
> >> https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/54186
> >
> > [http://www.vcujobs.com/hr/images/social_share.jpg]<https://www.vcujob
> > s.com/postings/54186>
> >
> > Enterprise Systems Librarian<https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/54186>
> > www.vcujobs.com
> > This position provides professional vision and support of enterprise
> library systems that provide access to the scholarly record and library
> collections which are critical to the success of the VCU research,
> educational, and clinical care mission. This position contributes to the
> VCU Libraries organizational needs by not only supporting VCU students,
> faculty, and researchers, but also serves as a primary contact within the
> VCU Libraries for staff use of these systems to support the university.
> Such work includes advanced analytical reporting and workflow analysis for
> greater efficiencies.
> >
> >
> >
> >>
> >> Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
> >> Action Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are
> >> encouraged to apply.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> --
> >> Erin White
> >> Head, Digital Engagement, VCU Libraries
> >> (804) 827-3552 | [log in to unmask] |
> >> www.library.vcu.edu<http://www.library.vcu.edu>
> >
> > [https://apps.library.vcu.edu/assets/public/images/vculiblogo_square.j
> > pg]<http://www.library.vcu.edu/>
> >
> > VCU Libraries<http://www.library.vcu.edu/>
> > www.library.vcu.edu
> > The university library is a vibrant community where ideas are
> generated, engaged, and shared. It is a dynamic center of culture and
> knowledge, serving as a conduit ...
> >
> >
> >
> >>
> >> ------------------------------
> >>
> >> Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2017 09:10:26 -0800
> >> From: Jeffrey Sabol <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Subject: Diversity Scholarship Conference Buddies
> >>
> >> The Code4Lib Scholarship Committee is seeking up to twelve conference
> >> buddies for our Diversity Scholarship recipients.
> >>
> >> TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE REPLY TO: [log in to unmask]
> >>
> >> In general, a conference buddy will help the scholarship recipient
> >> get the most out of the conference. The two of you can decide how best
> to do that.
> >> Some suggestions for volunteer buddies:
> >>
> >>
> >> -- attend the Sunday night meet and greet for Diversity Scholarship
> >> awardees
> >> -- contact the scholarship recipient before the conference
> >> -- arrange to meet at least once near the beginning of the conference
> >> -- introduce your buddy around at the reception
> >> -- join your buddy at a Newcomers Dinner
> >>
> >>
> >> Please don't feel like you have to be a multi-year veteran of
> >> Code4Lib to be a conference buddy. If you've attended at least one
> >> (or otherwise know the community), you can be a buddy!
> >>
> >> TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE REPLY TO: [log in to unmask]
> >>
> >> Have a great day!
> >>
> >> The Code4Lib 2017 Scholarship Committee
> >> ---------------------------------------
> >> Linda Ballinger
> >> Galen Charlton
> >> Mairelys Lemus-Rojas
> >> Jason Ronallo
> >> Jeffrey Sabol
> >> Helenmary Sheridan
> >>
> >> ------------------------------
> >>
> >> Date: Mon, 13 Feb 2017 17:53:17 +0000
> >> From: Erica Mehan Johns <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Subject: Position posting - UX developer @Cornell University Library
> >>
> >> **apologies for cross-postings**
> >>
> >> Cornell University Library is looking for an enthusiastic and
> passionate user experience (UX) professional. Under the direction of the
> Manager of Land Grant Information Technology, the UX Developer will join a
> team of public service librarians, content specialists and developers to
> provide expertise in delivering innovative, modern web experiences meeting
> the educational and research needs of Cornell students, faculty, and staff.
> For more information, please see the complete job listing attached to this
> email.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> ------------------------------
> >>
> >> Date: Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:07:21 +0000
> >> From: Robin Champieux <[log in to unmask]>
> >> Subject: Innovation in Libraries Awesome Foundation - Deadline is
> >> Wednesday
> >>
> >> Hello everyone,
> >>
> >> This Wednesday, February 15, is the deadline to apply to be an
> Innovation in Libraries Awesome Foundation chapter trustee<
> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXRtJZBWXBHr6BONcs1pMp
> fTYOhXcqcs-bhDh3YNkUiGvrtA/viewform?c=0&w=1>.
> >>
> >> As a reminder about the project….
> >>
> >> Facing the threat of diminished federal funding for innovative library
> projects, Library Pipeline has launched a new grant, funded by individual
> donors. The Innovation in Libraries Awesome Foundation chapter<
> http://www.awesomefoundation.org/en/chapters/libraries> will award
> monthly $1,000 micro-grants to incubate small-scale library projects and
> experiments that embody the principles of diversity, inclusivity,
> creativity, and risk-taking. In our current political climate, we
> especially want to ensure funding and support for projects that fall
> outside traditional funding models.
> >>
> >> We’re now recruiting the first group of Innovation in Libraries Awesome
> Foundation chapter trustees--individuals who would personally fund the
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> personal donation but who are interested in innovation in libraries, please
> still send this call their way--we have sponsorship available!
> >>
> >>
> >> * <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXRtJZBWXBHr6BONcs1pMp
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> >> * Please consider promoting this project on social media and to your
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> >>
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> >> #library services! 👉 http://tinyurl.com/libinnovation
> >>
> >> Thanks for your support and feel free to reply to me with questions!
> >>
> >> Robin Champieux on behalf of the Innovation in Libraries Awesome
> >> Foundation Chapter
> >>
> >> Robin Champieux, MLIS
> >> Scholarly Communication Librarian
> >> Ontology Development Group
> >> Oregon Health & Science University
> >> 503-494-2770
> >> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
> >> http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7023-9832
> >>
> >> ------------------------------
> >>
> >> End of CODE4LIB Digest - 12 Feb 2017 to 13 Feb 2017 (#2017-37)
> >> **************************************************************
> >>
> >
> >
> >
>
>
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