Virginia Council of Health Sciences Libraries records

Access and use

Location of collection:
University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept.
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400110
160 McCormick Rd
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Brenda Gunn
Phone: (434) 924-1037
Phone: (434) 243-1776
Fax: (434) 924-4968

Summary

Extent:
.83 Linear Feet
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of administrative records detailing the business activities of the Virginia Council of Health Sciences Libraries. Materials include meeting minutes and agendas, correspondence, memos, notes, photographs, programs, and newsletters, and membership rosters.

Biographical / historical:

The Virginia Council of Health Sciences Libraries (VCHSL) is a professional organization that serves health sciences librarians in Virginia and was established in 1976. It has since been dedicated to supporting health sciences librarians and promoting the importance of health information management in the state. It aims to promote collaboration, professional development, and the sharing of resources among health sciences librarians and information professionals.

VCHSL focuses on several key areas:

Networking: The council provides a platform for librarians to connect, share experiences, and support one another in their professional journeys.

Education and Training: It organizes workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance the skills and knowledge of its members in areas relevant to health sciences information management.

Advocacy: VCHSL advocates for the role of health sciences librarians in healthcare and education, highlighting their contributions to patient care, research, and information literacy.

Resource Sharing: The council facilitates access to resources and information that can aid health sciences librarians in their work.

Membership is typically open to librarians, information professionals, and others involved in health sciences in Virginia.

Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard