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Join us June 6-7, 2024 in Columbia, SC for the PASCAL Member Conference!

This two-day event will bring together library professionals from across the PASCAL community, providing opportunities for knowledge-sharing, networking, and professional development. The theme for the 2024 conference is “Building Community: Better Together”. Registration is anticipated to open in April 2024.

• Day 1 will include hybrid programming held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center with sessions held in person and via Zoom.
• Day 2 will include in-person programming held at the Pastides Alumni Center at the University of South Carolina. 

Conference Schedule

The preliminary conference program is available via Sched. A printable version is available below:

Our thanks to Medical University of South Carolina for providing Sched for the 2024 PASCAL Member Conference.

Registration for the 2024 PASCAL Member Conference is free for all PASCAL members and presenters.

Please use the form below to register for one or both days of the conference:

https://pascalsc.libwizard.com/f/PMC24

Registration will close at 5PM on Wednesday, May 17, 2024.

Please Note: Registration is limited to ten (10) individuals per institution.  PASCAL reserves the right to cancel or modify registrations that exceed this limit.

The hotels listed below are within walking distance of the conference venues:
 

Hampton Inn Columbia-Downtown Historic District 

Address: 822 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29201

Hilton Columbia Center 

Address: 924 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201

Please note: We are not able to offer a hotel discount for conference attendees. However, Government/Military rate is available at these hotels (for federal, state, county, local government employees, Military personnel, and State-funded higher education universities and healthcare facilities qualify)

1. Treat all participants with respect and kindness and foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, opinions, or any other characteristic.
2. Harassment of any kind, including but not limited to verbal, physical, or sexual harassment, will not be tolerated. If you experience or witness harassment, please report it to the conference organizers immediately.
3. Maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions, both in-person and online, during the conference.
4. Respect the privacy of other participants and refrain from sharing personal information without consent.
5. Adhere to all conference policies and guidelines set forth by the organizers.
6. Foster a spirit of collaboration and cooperation among participants, encouraging constructive dialogue and exchange of ideas.

By attending the conference, you agree to abide by this code of conduct. Violations may result in removal from the conference. Let's create a safe and welcoming environment for all participants to learn and connect.

Sponsorships help PASCAL offer the Member Conference at no cost to library professionals at all member institutions. Sponsors will be recognized for their important contribution throughout the two-day conference.

For more information about sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities at the 2024 PASCAL Member Conference, please review our Sponsorship guide (below) or contact Ellan Jenkinson.

Carol Bowers, Allen University

Gina Dempsey, Midlands Technical College

Ellan Jenkinson (Chair), PASCAL

Emily McPheron, PASCAL

Morgan Montgomery, Claflin University

Allison Read, USC Upstate

Rachel Smith, PASCAL