Resolve this year to get more involved with the OLC! Here are five ways to get the most out of your membership…

(1) Get Involved

Whether it is officially serving on a Committee or Action Council or attending a workshop, there are numerous ways to get involved in the OLC. Be sure to complete the Get Involved form on the OLC website.

(2) Get Your Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff Certification

Show your commitment to continuing education, the library profession, and the Ohio library community by getting your Ohio Public Librarian (CPL) or Ohio Public Library Staff (CPLS) Certification. Learn more about this important designation.

(3) Attend the Public Library Association’s National Conference in Columbus 

The Public Library Association’s (PLA) 2024 Conference is coming to Columbus this spring. The event will be held April 3-5 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, with special pre-conference workshops developed by OLC on April 2. The PLA is offering OLC Individual members a deep discount on full conference, single day and workshop registration fees. As part of your OLC membership for 2024, you are eligible to save hundreds of dollars with exclusive access to PLA’s early bird registration rates. Learn more.

(4) Use the Resources and Information on the OLC website

There is a lot of information and resources on the OLC website – everything from Job Listings to Core Competencies, to free Advocacy Tools that you can customize for your library. Explore the OLC website and take advantage of all of the resources available.

(5) Network

The OLC offers numerous opportunities every year to network with other library professionals, locally and statewide. For 2024, the OLC will host two, new educational events on library management and leadership as well as best practices and specific skills for providing exceptional library services and programming for adults. Be sure to check out the calendar for all upcoming OLC events. You can also collaborate with fellow members on conference planning and special projects. Consider serving on a Division Action Council or Committee that interests you. It’s a great way to enhance your skills and knowledge — and give back to the profession. Thank you for being a member of OLC!