NELIG FAQ

What does the acronym "NELIG" stand for?
"NELIG" is the New England Library Instruction Group. The group was previously known as NEBIC, the New England Bibliographic Instruction Committee. 

What does NELIG do? 
NELIG strives to support academic librarians who provide bibliographic (library) instruction. NELIG facilitates sharing of information and ideas about library instruction, techniques in the classroom and with new library tools and resources. NELIG helps librarians develop new resources and materials for their library instruction committments. 

NELIG provides a forum for learning and discussion through meetings and programs. 

How did NELIG develop? 
In 1974, an adhoc committee of New England librarians who saw a need for a local clearinghouse for Bibliographic Instruction materials established the New England Bibliographic Instruction Collection at Simmons College. By 1976, the committee was also engaged in other activities designed to encourage bibliographic instruction in New England academic libaries. In November of that year, the committee formally proposed affiliation with the Chapter as a special committee. NEBIC became a standing committee of the Chapter in 1982. In 1988, the Board recognized the steady growth of membership participation in Chapter activities by providing a formal structure for interest groups, and NEBIC became the historically premier interest group at that time. In December 2000, the group's name was changed to NELIG, New England Library Instruction Group.  

Who can join? 
Any librarian or library staff member involved with library instruction who is interested in sharing our objectives.  Public school and special library staff are welcome

How can I get in touch with your group? 
You can email one of our Chairs, Kari Mofford or Heidi McCann.

When are your meetings? 
The NELIG Home Page lists upcoming events. The NELIG Calendar lists previous meetings along with minutes and links to online versions of presentations. 

How much does it cost? 
NELIG meetings and programs are free unless specifically noted. This will be part of any advertising for that event. 

Do you have a mailing list or listserv? 
Yes. To subscribe, send a message to Kathy Labadorf at kathy.labadorf@uconn.edu noting that you would like to be added to the NELIG-L listserv. Once  your request is processed, you will receive a response to let you know you are on the list.