Conference Agenda, Conference Proceedings
For the past seven years, the annual Connections Conference has provided Library and Information Science doctoral students a venue for the presentation of their research to fellow student colleagues from the U.S. and Canada.
Keeping with past tradition, Connections 8 is soliciting papers that reflect the diverse interests of students of LIS and related fields. The primary purpose of the conference is to provide an atmosphere that is friendly and non-threatening for the dissemination of current doctoral research.
Possible topics may include abstracting and indexing, archival theory and practice; history of publishing, authorship, and reading; information management; information needs and user studies; information policy; information retrieval; information systems; Internet and multimedia; knowledge organizations; management of information organizations; media and communications studies; and museum studies.
By Credit Card: Fax Form
Since 1995, Library and Information Science doctoral students have gathered at the annual Connections Conference to present their research. The Connections Conference is an important and much needed venue for the dissemination of Library and Information Science doctoral research. It is also a friendly and non-threatening forum in which doctoral students at all levels can actively participate. Connections 8: Quest for Knowledge continues the commitment to these principles. Long Island University C.W. Post Campus / Palmer School of Library and Information Science, Brookville, NY will host this year's conference on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday June 6, 7, and 8, 2003. The registration fee is $40USD.
Currently enrolled doctoral students in all areas of library and information science or related fields are invited to submit abstracts to Connections 8: Quest for Knowledge. Proposals are not limited to a specific theme. Connections 8 reflects the wide-ranging and diverse interests of its participants. Reports of doctoral research at any stage of completion are welcome, from the initial conceptualization of theories and methods to summary research findings. Students in the early stages of their doctoral programs are especially encouraged to submit abstracts, as Connections 8 is an ideal venue for the friendly exchange of ideas among peers. Abstracts accepted for presentation will be posted at the Connections 8 Web site and will also be published in a forthcoming issue of the Canadian Journal of Information and Library Science. All abstract submissions are subject to blind review conducted by faculty members and doctoral candidates at the Palmer School of Library and Information Science. Research presentations at Connections 8 are limited to 15 minutes, in addition to a 5-minute question and answer period.
Submissions must include:
- Abstract only, with title (300 words maximum)
- Name of author
- Contact information: email, phone, fax, and web address
- Short biography (25-50 words)
Submission should be sent:
- Electronically, as a MS-Word document or in Rich Text Format, to Lea Ferraioli at: leaferraioli@aol.com " As early as September 5th, 2003, but no later than February 1st 2003
Deadline for Submissions:
- The deadline for submissions is February 1, 2003.
- Notification of acceptance will occur by March 1, 2003.
- Rolling acceptance letters will be sent out to submitting students. The earlier you submit your abstract, the earlier you will receive notification of acceptance.
- Please Send Inquiries to: Lea Ferraioli connections2003@openlib.org
The fee for the conference is $40USD for all doctoral students. This fee includes the Friday evening reception, continental breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, lunch on Saturday and Sunday and the banquet dinner on Saturday evening. Also included are all refreshment breaks throughout the conference weekend.
To register: Please complete the Doctoral Registration Form. Please attach and mail the registration form with your check for $40 USD. If you prefer to pay with a credit card, fax the Doctoral Registration Form and the Credit Card Form to Mary Ann Caden 516-299-4168.
The Connections Conference provides a forum for doctoral students to present their research at various stages of development. Although MLS students will not be presenting, they are welcome to register as attendees. The unsubsidized fee for the conference for MLS students interested in attending is $100USD. This fee includes the Friday evening reception, continental breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, lunch on Saturday and Sunday and the banquet dinner on Saturday evening. Also included are all refreshment breaks throughout the conference weekend. Long Island University will sponsor up to 20 currently enrolled Palmer School MLS students as conference attendees. If you are among the first 20 Palmer MLS students to register, your registration fee will be $40USD.
To register: Please complete the Master Student Form. Please attach and mail the registration form with your check for $40 USD. If you prefer to pay with a credit card, fax the Doctoral Registration Form and the Credit Card Form to Mary Ann Caden 516-299-4168.
The Palmer School of Long Island University has arranged for accommodations for a group of rooms at the East Norwich Inn, just a few miles from the University. The rate for a single is $92 per night; the rate for a double is $99 per night (2 people per room). Extra charge of $15 for an additional person. Cancellation policy 24 hours in advance. You must reserve this room by May 6, 2003, to obtain this group rate. Check in time is 3pm and check out time is 12 noon.
East Norwich Inn website: http://www.eastnorwichinn.com
The C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University is located on 307.9 beautiful acres in Brookville NY, on the north shore of Long Island. The campus is set in the idyllic neighborhood known as the "Gold Coast," an historic suburban community that has been the subject of popular novels and major motion pictures. The campus is just 40 minutes away from the excitement of New York City.
Although this site will be providing specific travel advice and information for Connections Conference attendees, if you need some immediate information please feel free to browse the University website: http://www.cwpost.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/location
Arrangements have been made for Amtrak to offer 10% discount off the lowest rail fare that is available when making your reservation to New York, NY from June 2 - June 10, 2003. To book space, call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) or contact your local travel agent. Make sure you refer to the Fare Code Number X50X-950 when making your reservation. This offer is not valid on Auto Train, Acela Club or Business Class service, or Sleeping Accommodation charges. Fare is valid on Acela Express and Metroliner Service during off-peak weekday travel and all departures on weekends. (Off-Peak are those trains departing boarding station Monday-Friday from 10am-2pm, inclusive, and departing 6pm or later). Schedules may be viewed online at www.amtrak.com
A listserv has been created to allow a free flow of communications among conference registrants as well as those who may be considering attending Connections 8 2003. Everyone is encouraged to subscribe to the listserve. Participation in the listserve may assist you as you plan your travel to New York by putting you in contact with other students.
To subscribe, please go to: http://lists.openlib.org/mailman/listinfo/connections-talk
A set of pictures is available.