Professional Development
The professional development committee is tasked planning and executing in-person and online gatherings for networking, sharing and professional development outside of the annual conference. They also work in conjunction with the communication and outreach committee to share existing PD opportunities, the conference planning committee to coordinate learning opportunities in an effective manner, and with the Michigan Academic Library Association OER interest group to maintain the MIExplOER certificate.
2025 Committee Members:
Co-chair: Ian Matthews, Grand Rapids Community College
Co-chair: Barbara Stevens, Grand Valley State University
Steering Team Contact: Lauren WoolseyÂ
MiALA Liaison: Kelly Frost, Kalamazoo College
MiALA Liaison: Jill Sodt, Mott Community College
Conference Committee Liaison: Brian Newberry
Stacy Anderson, Ferris State University
Dr. Walaa Awad, Delta College
Dr. Bob Barrett, Baker Online
Ashley Bergkamp, Kalamazoo Community College
Emera Bridger Wilson, Northern Michigan University
Adam Cloutier, Glen Oaks Community College
Edie Erickson, Bay College
Haley Laurila, Henry Ford College
Stephanie Mathson
Julia Rodriguez, Oakland University
Ashley Rosener, Grand Valley State University
Scott Schopieray, Michigan State University
Mike Schram, Mid Michigan College
Christina Steele, Glen Oaks Community College
Questions? Contact the committee