ULA Annual Conference 2026: Full Schedule

We look forward to seeing you at the Utah Library Association’s 2026 Annual Conference at the Utah Valley Convention Center in Provo, Utah!

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10:10am MDT

Better Together: Library Outreach and Community Resilience

Tuesday May 19, 2026 10:10am - 11:00am MDT

Cascade C

We will relate our small library’s successes turning outward. Partnering with local organizations and non-profits, our library team shows up to support their events, creating lasting relationships and having tons of fun. This strengthens social networks, builds the library’s relevance and fosters library advocacy. We will demonstrate how libraries can contribute to the development of resilient communities by cultivating connections.

Speakers

Charlotte Hurley

Youth Services Manager, Grand County Public Library

Jessie Magleby

Adult Services Manager, Grand County Public Library

Tuesday May 19, 2026 10:10am - 11:00am MDT
Cascade C

Outreach

Length Full Session (50 minutes)

11:10am MDT

Reflecting on the First Year of Health Outreach at the Library

Tuesday May 19, 2026 11:10am - 12:00pm MDT

Hobble Creek

The Health Outreach Librarian for the Salt Lake County Library reflects on his first year in a brand-new position. He will share lessons learned from the outreach, partnerships, programs, and training opportunities he had in his first year. The Engagement Specialist from the Network of the National Library of Medicine will share the benefits of the Consumer Health Information Specialization training and certification in public library service.

Speakers

Josh Clemens

George Strawley

Engagement Specialist, Network of the National Library of Medicine Region 4

As an engagement specialist with the Network of the National Library of Medicine, George Strawley, M.L.I.S., works on funding and training aimed at increasing and enhancing access to reliable health information. George is a member of the NNLM Telehealth Interest Group. He works for... Read More →

Tuesday May 19, 2026 11:10am - 12:00pm MDT
Hobble Creek