Here’s why this isn’t your average conference
The Library Technology Immersion Conference offers a unique experience with inspiring morning keynotes from Dr. Bryan Carter (holographic education) and Cisco Systems (future of tech), followed by in-depth afternoon workshops where you choose your focus! Dive deep into topics like holograms, AI, robotics, augmented reality, data science and more. Connect with colleagues and gain practical skills to revolutionize your library.
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Morning Tech Talks:
Two days packed with insightful sessions will leave you energized and inspired.
Afternoon Workshops:
Pick your perfect workshop each day, immersing yourself in topics like holograms, avatars, prompt engineering, podcasting, AI and more!
Connect & Collaborate:
Forge lasting relationships with colleagues at our networking events, designed to spark meaningful interactions.
SPEAKERS & WORKSHOP PRESENTERS
Denice Lewis
• Z. Smith Reynolds Library
Greg Suhayda
Unlock New Dimensions in Library Innovation
Are you ready to go beyond surface-level discussions and truly immerse yourself in the technologies shaping the future of libraries? The Library Technology Immersion Conference offers a unique and engaging experience, unlike any other.
WED. AUG. 20TH
9 AM – 10 AM – Continental Breakfast and Registration
10 AM – 11 AM – Dr. Carter Keynote (Present Around the World as a Hologram)
11 AM – 12 PM – Vendor Break
12 PM – 1 PM – Lunch and Learn (AM)
AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
Accelerating Finding Data Requests
with Perplexity
This workshop offers the opportunity to practice using AI tools to accelerate finding data for library patrons. Finding datasets, a library reference skill, traditionally requires specialized knowledge of the complex array of data resources available in library databases and the broader web, along with disciplinary knowledge in the relevant field.
AI-mazing Possibilities in Libraries:
From Basics to Best Practices
“Join us at the Library Technology Immersion Conference for an exciting session titled “”AI-mazing Possibilities in Academic Libraries: From Basics to Best Practices.”” This workshop is designed specifically for busy librarians who are new to AI or those curious to explore its possibilities to develop the knowledge and skills needed to leverage emerging AI technologies in their libraries.
Robots Welcome: Launching Sustainable Robotics Programs in Library Spaces
This four-hour, hands-on workshop empowers library professionals to design and implement robotics programs for patrons of all ages. Using a flexible, field-tested framework, participants will explore a range of robotics platforms—from beginner-friendly bots to modular, programmable kits—while gaining practical tools to launch sustainable programs tailored to their library’s mission, space, and audience.
Sketch, Click, Create!
2D and 3D Design
Creativity doesn’t have to start with software, it can begin with a simple sketch. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll move from pen and paper to digital design and leave with ideas you can bring to life. We’ll start with a quick creativity challenge to get your ideas flowing, then dive into sketching simple concepts on paper.
THUR. AUG. 21ST
9 AM – 9:30 AM – Continental Breakfast
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM – CISCO Keynote
10:30 AM – 11 AM – Tour of Hunt Library
11 AM – 12 PM – Podcasting Class
12 PM – 1 PM – Lunch and Learn
AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
Clarivate Session
Clarivate is an analytics company that operates a collection of subscription-based services, in the areas of bibliometrics and scientometrics; business and market intelligence, and competitive profiling for pharmacy and biotech, patents, and regulatory compliance; trademark protection, and domain and brand protection.
Critical Play
Generative AI
“Critical Play with Generative AI” helps participants explore and critically examine generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Midjourney, and Sora. Through hands-on activities and creative challenges, attendees will learn AI prompting techniques, identify shortcomings and biases, and iteratively improve AI-aided designs.
Immersive Pedagogy in the Teaching & Visualization Lab
“At NC State University Libraries, we’ve designed cutting-edge, technology-rich spaces to inspire and engage our campus community. But how do you transform a room with 8 blended projectors, an 84-foot screen, and 7.1 surround sound into a meaningful and useful learning environment for all, regardless of technical fluency?
Robots Welcome: Launching Sustainable Robotics Programs in Library Spaces
This four-hour, hands-on workshop empowers library professionals to design and implement robotics programs for patrons of all ages. Using a flexible, field-tested framework, participants will explore a range of robotics platforms—from beginner-friendly bots to modular, programmable kits—while gaining practical tools to launch sustainable programs tailored to their library’s mission, space, and audience.
FRI. AUG. 22ND
10 AM – 12 PM – CISCO Tour
NC State University
James B. Hunt Jr. Library
Located on NC State’s Centennial Campus, the James B. Hunt Jr. Library is one of NC State’s two main libraries, complementing the D. H. Hill Jr. Library on North Campus. When it opened in 2013, the Hunt Library was featured in Time magazine as the Library of the Future. Designed by the world-renowned architectural firm Snøhetta—famous for its design of the Oslo Opera House and the 9/11 Memorial Museum Pavilion—the Hunt Library has won numerous architectural awards, including the AIA/ALA Library Buildings Award, and its interior is furnished with a collection of iconic 20th- and 21st-century furniture and fixtures, earning it an ALA Library Interior Design Award as well.
Library Tech Conference 2024 Recap
“I loved comradery, networking, AI, and VR knowledge”
“The networking, the tech workshops the flexibility..loved it”
“A very unique library tech event…I will be back next year”
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