The Library Services Department of the State Library will be offering FREE professional development opportunities designed to introduce participants to selected library and Internet resources. These training sessions are open to library staff, state employees and public. Classes meet in the Computer Training Room of the State Library at 1500 Senate Street in Columbia.
To register for a session, click on the date it is being offered.
January 28, 2010 Grants Research Resources 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Learn how to locate information on grants available from private foundations and corporations, using the State Library's electronic and print resources. The Foundation Directory Online, the Foundation Center's grants database, as well as grants-related web sites, will be demonstrated. Includes basic information on writing a grant proposal. (Note: This session will be repeated on February 24, 2010)
February 9, 2010 Legislative Resources 9:30 AM -- 12:00 PM
This is a 2.5 hour class for state employees and librarians designed to familiarize users with the Legislative Research website, scstatehouse.gov. and other sites for information on legislators and county and city government. Attendees will learn to find bills that are submitted to the General Assembly, track actions and versions; find contact information for legislators and committees. We will see how to find information on county and city governments and laws, and visit the federal legislative websites. Selected print publications will be used also.
The Library Services staff of the State Library are available to conduct programs on library resources and services to agency personnel. Contact the Information Services desk (734-8026) for information on setting up a program at your agency.
