Multicultural Services Round Table (McSRT)

Latino Children’s Book Awards in English and Their Use in Classrooms and Libraries

Posted Fri, 12/28/2012 - 11:24am by Admin

 

The number of Latino/Hispanic students in Utah communities continue to increase, as well as the need for culturally authentic literature appropriate for use in classrooms and in library programs. Luckily, the numbers of award-winning books published in the US that meet this need have also increased. This program will highlight the major Latino Children’s Book Awards in the US ― Américas Awards, Pura Belpré Award, and the Tomás Rivera Award ― highlight the most recent award-winners, and present resources and tools for their use in classrooms and library programs, including lesson plans and where to get these titles.

Presenter:

Juan Tomas Lee Morales

Handouts:

Latino Book Awards Annotated List.pdf
Latino Book Awards Annotated Winners Only.pdf
Latino Book Awards Database.xls
Latino Juvie Lit Brochure.pdf
Multicultural Children Books Articles

Date: 
Fri, 05/03/2013 - 9:30am - 10:30am
Location: 
Cascade D

An Argument for All-Spanish Story Times

Posted Wed, 12/19/2012 - 4:27pm by pfrade

It seems that everywhere you look there is a class or article about the value of bilingual story times. But are bilingual story times the best way to serve the Spanish speaking community?  Come and learn why Provo Library has decided to offer all-Spanish instead of bilingual story times, and why they are hugely popular with Spanish and non-Spanish speaking patrons alike.

Presenters:

Donna Cardon, Provo City Library

Diana Vergaray, Provo City Library

Date: 
Fri, 05/03/2013 - 8:30am - 9:30am
Location: 
Battle Creek

Making Connections: Resources for Understanding the History, Culture and Faith of Muslims

Posted Wed, 12/19/2012 - 2:50pm by pfrade

This session will help attendees become familiar with Muslims and their lives, in the United States and around the world, through selected books and other resources that cover such themes as history, peoples, literature, culture, and theology. It will provide librarians with a core grouping of materials that will broaden understanding about those who adhere to the Islamic faith.  It will give insight into the diversity and connectedness among Muslims and with other groups which is a vital topic in our world today.

Presenters:

Connie Lamb, Brigham Young University

Safi S. M. Safiullah, Salt Lake City Public Library

Handouts:

islam powerpoint connie.ppt
Islam glossary.docx
Library Resources About Islam (3).doc

Date: 
Thu, 05/02/2013 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: 
Cascade D

Día de los Muertos for Libraries, AKA Culturally Responsible Programming

Posted Wed, 12/19/2012 - 2:22pm by pfrade

Día de los Muertos is a popular Mexican holiday, and library programming for it is relevant to Utah's historic and booming Chicano population. But how can white librarians present cultural programs in a sensitive and socially just way? This lecture will explore that, while also presenting ideas for Día de los Muertos activities.

Presenter:

Candy Markle, Salt Lake City Public Library

Date: 
Thu, 05/02/2013 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
Cascade E

The Multicultural Library in the 21st Century

Posted Tue, 01/10/2012 - 12:29pm by pfrade

For over 20 years, librarians have addressed issues of cultural awareness and sensitivity but seldom have we discussed the skills needed to deliver culturally competent services. Considering Utah’s diverse population, librarians need an expanded definition of culture; increased knowledge about cultural groups in the State; and enhanced skills to effectively meet the demand for service. Join this interactive workshop where two leading diversity and inclusion experts will guide participants in a life-changing exploration and dialogue of what culture means for librarians in the 21st century and how we can use that knowledge to further the mission of the library.

Presenters:

David Knowlton

Kilo Zamora

Date: 
Wed, 04/25/2012 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
250 E

Library Resources for Middle East Studies and the Arab Spring

Posted Wed, 01/04/2012 - 3:44pm by pfrade

The Middle East is in the news every day as a volatile but strategic region.  The events of early 2011, which became known as the Arab Spring, has focused even more attention there.  This session will provide background information about the Middle East and countries that experienced rebellions.  Resources for learning about the Middle East, especially the Arab Spring, will be presented and discussed, including both print and electronic sources.

Presenters:

Safi S. M. Safiullah

Connie Lamb

Date: 
Thu, 04/26/2012 - 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: 
250 C

One World, Many Activities

Posted Wed, 12/15/2010 - 3:47pm by Admin

It's a great time to be doing multicultural kids' programs, with our "One World, Many Stories" Summer reading theme. Travel the world with us as we share the components for fun kids' multicultural programs, resources, and specific ideas for Germany, Japan, Polynesia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Presenters:

Melinda Tooley, Salt Lake County Library
Lucinda Gustavson, Salt Lake County Library
Annie Eastmond, Salt Lake County Library
Donna Cardon, Provo City Library
Lisa Cohne, UEN

Handouts:

Date: 
Fri, 05/13/2011 - 11:00am - 12:00pm

Ayuda Real: Real Help to Hispanic Business Owners

Posted Tue, 12/14/2010 - 11:25am by pfrade

Utah libraries have long offered cultural events, educational programs, and Spanish Language materials for the Hispanic community, but there is more we can do to serve this growing population. Libraries can be the source of real help to Hispanic business owners who are struggling in this difficult economy. In this session, Leticia Camacho, Brigham Young University Management and Accounting Librarian, will discuss bilingual Libguide, developed by her, that contains valuable information and marketing resources available to Hispanic business owners.

Date: 
Thu, 05/12/2011 - 11:00am - 12:00pm
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