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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”.  

• 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

View the PASCAL Member Conference schedule & directory.

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

Conference Evaluation Survey

Our thanks to everyone who attended the 2024 PASCAL Member Conference!  Your feedback is important to us in planning future conferences. Please take a few minutes to complete the Evaluation Survey. 

Additional materials may be added here as they are received. Presentation materials may also be available in Sched. 

Day 1 | June 6, 2024

PASCAL Business Meeting

Bring Out the Leader in You: Strategies for Strengthening Your Leadership Presence
Dr. Shannon Jones, Medical University of South Carolina

More or Less?: Telling the Library's Story Through the Academic Program Review
John Barnett, USC Upstate

OER Assessment for Student Success
Tara Weekes, Greenville Technical College

Day 2 | June 7, 2024

Let's Plan an Introvert Happy Hour Silent Reading Event at your Library
Lisa Wiecki, Lander University

Morning Lightning Talks

Accessibility Speed Dating: The Fastest Route to Accessibility Training
Christy Allen, Allison Diaz, Robyn Andrews, & Scott Salzman, Furman University

Dipping Your Toes into Research Data Services: Data Management Plan Reviews
Stacy Winchester, USC Columbia

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.

Silver-Level Sponsors:
 

Supporting-Level Sponsor:

Member Contributors:

• Medical University of South Carolina

• Midlands Technical College