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Position: Student Library Assistant (SLA) 

The FIMS Graduate Library is looking for detail-oriented Student Library Assistants to join our team! The successful candidates will contribute to general library operations and focused project work. We have three positions available, one of which will focus on enhancing the accessibility of our WordPress website.  

We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the vibrant community served by the FIMS Graduate Library and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds and positionalities to apply. We are interested in applications from students who meet the following criteria: 

• Currently enrolled LIS graduate students who have completed or will complete LIS 9003 by May 2025. 

• Enrolled full-time in Western University’s LIS program (minimum of three courses) for the Summer and Fall 2025 term. 

• Able to work on-site part-time, including evenings and/or weekends, for eight consecutive months. 

• Interested in library-based project work (some examples include social media, educational programming, collections development, website accessibility) 

Skills for Project Work  

Please note: Not all individuals require strengths across all areas; we are looking to build a team with these interests and capacities overall. 

Website Accessibility: 

• Experience with WordPress and web development tools. 

• Familiarity with accessibility standards, such as WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). 

• Coursework in LIS 9733: Web Design and Architecture or LIS 9325: Accessibility and Information Environments would be an asset. 

Social Media 

• Experience working in Canva and with the Instagram platform 

• Ability in graphic design 

Collections Development: 

• Coursework in LIS 9315 Collection Management would be an asset 

• Familiarity working in Excel 

Expectations: 

• 3–6 hours per week (3-hour shifts) with consistent weekly assignments, opportunities for additional hours, and flexibility to trade shifts with peers. 

• A mix of public service and project-based responsibilities. 

• Independent and collaborative assignments, including occasional solo work on-site. 

• Compensation: $22/hour. 

• Practical experience and mentorship in library operations and project work. 

How to Apply: Submit your application via email (Attn: Erin Bourgard, Acting Director, FIMS Graduate Library) to fimslib@uwo.ca by Friday, March 28, 2025 (4 PM EST). Please include an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae and cover letter outlining your eligibility and describing your interest in working at the FIMS Graduate Library. 

We warmly invite international students to apply. To work on campus, you must: 

• Be enrolled full-time at Western University. 

• Hold a valid study permit with work conditions. 

• Have a Social Insurance Number (SIN). 

For assistance with eligibility, consult the Government of Canada’s Who Can Work On Campus? resource or book an appointment with an International Student Advisor at Western. 

Only applicants who meet the eligibility criteria and are selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are anticipated to be scheduled during the first two weeks of April.  

Application Deadline: Friday, March 28, 2025 (4 PM EST)

When: Thursday September 26^th 12:00 pm -1:00 pm
Where: FIMS Graduate Library – 3020 D/E

Facilitator Kevin Oswald will show you the value of managing citations and how easy it is to create your own library! He will show you a world where your bibliography assembles itself while you pour your energy into writing and research! Take dive deep into the magic of Zotero and discover tools and tricks to streamline your research process.

Why you should attend:

• Gain an understanding the power of citation management
• Learn to manage citations effortlessly with the desktop application and browser plugin
• Become comfortable using Zotero alongside highly used LIS databases
• Discover the power of syncing libraries across multiple devices
• Find out how to collaborate on group projects and share resources

Have you ever thought about becoming a Wikipedia editor? The FIMS Graduate Library is hosting a monthly Wikipedia meetup focused on the overlapping connection between information professionals – librarians, journalist, media providers – and Wikipedia editorship. Wikipedia is one of the top visited websites in Canada, and it is the only non-profit website in that group. It is the largest, most widely used open encyclopedia. Through this club, you will learn how to contribute to Wikipedia so that you can improve the information in its articles. 

At WikiClub –  

• Engage in conversations about Wikipedia and its place within the wider open information ecosystem.  
• Learn how to edit Wikipedia.
• Act to improve the verifiability, accuracy, and completeness of open information on Wikipedia.

The library will be serving food and refreshments provided through a Wikimedia Canada grant. We hope to see you there! 

When: Third Monday of the month at noon
(September 16th, October, 21st, November 18th, December 16th)

Where: FIMS Graduate Library – 3020 D/E

The FIMS Graduate Library is hiring Student Library Assistants (SLAs) to work part-time in public service and project-based roles in the Library during the Fall and Winter terms. We value diverse perspectives, experiences, and differences, and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds and positionalities to apply, including: IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to building a diverse team; one that reflects and is representative of community the FIMS Graduate Library serves. 

What we are looking for… 

• currently enrolled LIS graduate students who have completed, or who will complete LIS 9003 by the end of December 2024 
• students who will be enrolled in Western’s LIS Program full-time (i.e., minimum of three courses) in Fall 2024 academic term) and who are keen to gain hands-on work experience in a small, special academic library 
• people with the ability to work on-site, part-time (including evenings and/or weekends) for eight consecutive months 
• skills and interest in social media, public service, and library and educational programming and/or project work (Please note: Not all individuals require strengths across all areas; we are looking to build a team with these interests and capacities overall) 

What to expect in the SLA role… 

• 3-6 hours of work (3-hour shifts) per week 
• regularly assigned shifts (i.e., the same hours each week) with the opportunity to pick-up additional hours and the flexibility to trade shifts with SLA colleagues 
• both public service and project-based work assignments 
• independent, as well as collaborative work (at times, working solo on-site in the FIMS Graduate Library) 
• the opportunity to gain hands-on, practical experience in several aspects of day-to-day library operations, as well as the planning and execution of library services and programming 
• rate of pay: $22/hour 

We encourage international graduate students to apply. To be eligible to work on campus, international graduate students must: 
 
1) be enrolled at Western full-time; 
2) have a valid study permit that includes working conditions; and 
3) have an SIN number. 
 
If you are unsure of your eligibility to work on campus, please consult the following Government of Canada resource: Who Can Work On Campus? or book an appointment with an International Student Advisor here at Western. 
 
If you require specific support to apply for this position, please get in touch and we will work with you to identify the best way to support you. 
 
To apply, please submit an application via email (attn: Erin Bourgard, Acting Director, FIMS Graduate Library) to fimslib@uwo.ca. Include an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae, along with a brief statement that confirms your eligibility and outlines your interest in working at the FIMS Graduate Library. 
 
While we thank all applicants, only those who meet the eligibility criteria and who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are anticipated to be scheduled August 23^rd, 26^th and 27^th, 2024. 
Application Deadline: Monday, August 19^th, 2024 (12pm, EST) 19^th, 2024

Please join us as we have former MLIS Student, Ana Strbac host an information session about incredible job opportunities and benefits in the Northwest Territories for Librarians and Information Professionals, as well as, Health Information Science Professionals wanting to jumpstart their career.

You will learn about the great city of Yellowknife, NT where Ana grew up, and hear about the variety of unique job opportunities within the Government of the Northwest Territories.

Ana is currently working in an intern role for the Government of the Northwest Territories as a Health Information and Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Coordinator for the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority.

She will be shedding light on her internship role and the duties involved while working in Privacy and Access to Information as well as, the incredible benefits the North has to offer.

We look forward to having MLIS and Health Information Science students participate in this event and hear your questions for Ana about the Northwest Territories.

To register, and for any questions, email fimslib@uwo.ca.

When: Monday June 3rd, 11am-12pm
Where: Zoom (https://westernuniversity.zoom.us/j/91440314516)
To register: email fimslib@uwo.ca

Step into the vibrant world of zines with MLIS candidate Ozwel Ryann Le Clair. Explore the rich history of these DIY publications and uncover the secrets behind their enduring popularity. From their humble origins to their revolutionary impact on culture, explore the evolution of zines and their significance today.

In this interactive workshop, you’ll receive expert guidance as Oz leads you through the creation process of the most popular style of zine and shows you the essential skills needed to craft your very own zine masterpiece. With all materials provided, unleash your creativity and bring your ideas to life in a tangible, tactile form.

Whether you’re a seasoned zine enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this workshop offers an invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of artistic expression, community building, and creative empowerment. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring exploration of zine culture.

Thursday, March 28, 2024, 12-1:20pm, FNB 3020 Library Meeting Rooms D+E

Sign up in the library or email fimslib@uwo.ca to register.

The FIMS Graduate Library is hiring Student Library Assistants (SLAs) to work part-time in public service and project-based roles in the Library this summer and fall. We value diverse perspectives, experiences, and differences, and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds and positionalities to apply, including: IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to building a diverse team; one that reflects and is representative of community the FIMS Graduate Library serves.

What we are looking for…

• currently enrolled LIS graduate students who have completed, or who will complete LIS 9003 by the end of April 2024
• students who will be enrolled in Western’s LIS Program full-time (i.e., minimum of three courses) in both the Summer and Fall 2024 academic terms) and who are keen to gain hands-on work experience in a small, special academic library
• people with the ability to work on-site, part-time (including evenings and/or weekends) for eight consecutive months
• skills and interest in social media, public service, and library and educational programming and/or project work (Please note: Not all individuals require strengths across all areas; we are looking to build a team with these interests and capacities overall)

What to expect in the SLA role…

• 3-6 hours of work (3-hour shifts) per week
• regularly assigned shifts (i.e., the same hours each week) with the opportunity to pick-up additional hours and the flexibility to trade shifts with SLA colleagues
• both public service and project-based work assignments
• independent, as well as collaborative work (at times, working solo on-site in the FIMS Graduate Library)
• the opportunity to gain hands-on, practical experience in several aspects of day-to-day library operations, as well as the planning and execution of library services and programming
• rate of pay: $22/hour

We encourage International graduate students to apply. To be eligible to work on campus, International graduate students must:

1) be enrolled at Western full-time;
2) have a valid study permit that includes working conditions; and
3) have an SIN number.

If you are unsure of your eligibility to work on campus, please consult the following Government of Canada resource: Who Can Work On Campus? or book an appointment with an International Student Advisor here at Western.

If you require specific support to apply for this position, please get in touch and we will work with you to identify the best way to support you.

To apply, please submit an application via email (attn: Melanie Mills, Director, FIMS Graduate Library) to fimslib@uwo.ca. Include an up-to-date resume or curriculum vitae, along with a brief statement that confirms your eligibility and outlines your interest in working at the FIMS Graduate Library.

While we thank all applicants, only those who meet the eligibility criteria and who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are anticipated to be scheduled during the week of March 25th – 28th, 2024.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 20th, 2024 (12pm, EST)

Join us for a workshop presented by Western’s Student Emergency Response Team (SERT). Become knowledgeable and confident in how to respond to an opioid poisoning emergency, including how to administer intranasal naloxone. Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid poisoning, what naloxone is and how naloxone works to reverse an opioid poisoning.

Thursday, March 14, 2024
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
FNB 4070

Space is limited, so please register by emailing fimslib@uwo.ca or sign up in the library.

Starting December 1, 2023 the FIMS Grad Library will be card-making central. There will be dozens of pre-cut cards that you can customize, personalize and take with you. Themes range from winter wonderland, seasonal, happy holidays, Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanza and more.

If the pre-cut cards are not your style, check out the templates below which can be designed in any language, cut in the paper of your choosing, and personalized in under ten minutes.

When? Thursday, November 9th, 12:00-1:00pm

Where? Meet us at the Pride Library, located on the Main Floor of Weldon Library

Title: Pride Library Tour and Talk, with Dr. James Miller

What’s in store?

A tour of the newly revitalized and recently re-opened Pride Library will be held for members of the FIMS community on Thursday, November 9th, from 12-1pm (EST). Dr. James Miller, the Pride Library’s founding Director, will provide a walking tour of the facility along with a history of the collection and orientation to the Library’s resources and services. Western’s Pride Library is the only academic library dedicated to queer theory and literature in Canada. Students, faculty, and staff are asked to meet at the entrance to the Pride Library, located on the main floor of The D.B. Weldon Library, shortly before 12pm. Registration is not required.