Libraries and cultural organizations are powerful institutions in their communities and make a powerful partner for solving big problems. Our access to information, our ability to distinguish good information from bad, our ability to educate, our community networks, and the trust we’ve built with patrons and partners are critical assets we bring to… READ MORE
Category: Learning Opportunities
WiLSWorld Shorts – Beyond the Discounts: The Quiet Benefits of Cooperative Purchasing
This webinar was held on Friday, December 13th, 2024, at 1:00 pm CT. You can watch the recording on WiLS YouTube channel or reach out to the WiLS Cooperative Purchasing team at coop@wils.org with any questions! You already know WiLS can save you money through discounts with our vendor partners, but there are many other… READ MORE
Discounted Computers in Libraries 2025 Registration for WiLS Members
We are excited to share that the Computers in Libraries 2025 conference is offering WiLS members a special discount on registration!… READ MORE
Play Make Learn: Reflections From a Lifelong Gamer
by Jeff Brunner In July 2024, I had the great privilege of attending the Play Make Learn Annual Conference at the Memorial Union in Madison. I’d been aware of the conference for several years, but for a variety of reasons I’d never attended. After going this year, I hope I never miss it again. I’ve… READ MORE
New Partnership With Ingram Library Services
We are pleased to announce a new library vendor relationship with Ingram Library Services (ILS)! This collaboration provides our academic and public libraries access to industry experts focused on helping libraries develop and maintain their collections. ILS provides access to millions of titles with fast delivery, collection development services powered by MLS-degreed librarians, easy-to-use ordering… READ MORE