# Professional Development for Academic Libraries

> A directory of conferences, calls for proposals, and registration deadlines for academic library and higher-education professionals, with each event checked against the organizer's own site and rated for its AI content.

Compiled by Yulia Brusova. Site: https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/ · Last checked: Nov 4, 2026 · 50 upcoming of 130 tracked events.

How the data is kept: each listing links to the organizer's own page. A refresh script downloads those pages, a language model extracts dates and deadlines with exact quotes, and a separate check confirms every date appears on the organizer's page before it is published. "AI focus" means: 100% AI focus = the whole event is about AI; Major AI track = the program names an AI theme or track; AI varies = a general conference included for completeness.

Each conference has its own page with dates, deadlines and the organizer's quoted source lines (linked below). Lists: upcoming deadlines https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/deadlines/ · AI conferences https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/ai-conferences/

## Upcoming conferences


### July 2026

- [CENL Network Group AI in Libraries Webinars 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/cenl-network-group-ai-in-libraries-webinars/): July 10 – December 2026; Virtual; Virtual; Conference of European National Librarians; 100% AI focus. A highly specialized virtual webinar series focusing entirely on national library implementations of AI, including sovereign language models, OCR post-correction via LLMs, and automated cataloging workflows. Official site: https://www.cenl.org/network-group-ai-in-libraries-webinars-2026/

### November 2026

- [Charleston Conference 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/charleston-conference/): November 2–6, 2026; Charleston, SC (+ virtual); Hybrid; Charleston Hub (founded by Katina Strauch); AI varies (general conference). Major national conference (~2,500) on collection development, acquisitions, and scholarly publishing. Theme: "When the winds of change blow, some build walls and others build windmills." Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.charleston-hub.com/the-charleston-conference/
- [AECT 2026 International Convention](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/aect-international-convention/): November 3–7, 2026; Chicago, IL; In person; Association for Educational Communications & Technology (AECT); Major AI track. Largest in-person gathering of educational technology researchers and practitioners. AI programming covers human-AI collaboration in learning, AI-ready curricula design, and ethical AI in instructional systems. Official site: https://www.aect.org/events/convention
- [New York Library Association 2026 Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/new-york-library-association-annual-conference/): November 4–7, 2026; Saratoga Springs, NY (Saratoga Hilton and City Center); In person; New York Library Association; AI varies (general conference). Operating under the theme 'Libraries Because ______,' this state association conference and trade show brings together librarians, trustees, and vendors. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.nyla.org/annual-conference
- [Singapore Open Research Conference 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/singapore-open-research-conference/): November 4–5, 2026; Singapore (Nanyang Executive Centre, NTU); In person; Nanyang Technological University; 100% AI focus. Organised by the Singapore Alliance of University Libraries, the 2026 conference is themed "AI and Open Research: Building Trust, Ensuring Security, Driving Impact". It runs as a half-day pre-conference workshop followed by a full-day main conference. Official site: https://libguides.ntu.edu.sg/SGORconference2026
- [ASIS&T Annual Meeting 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/asist-annual-meeting/): November 6–11, 2026; Bangkok, Thailand + Virtual; Hybrid; Association for Information Science and Technology (merged with SLA in 2025); AI varies (general conference). Annual meeting of ASIS&T. 2026 theme: 'Crossing Boundaries: Advancing Global Dialogue and Well-being through Information Research and Practice.' A virtual satellite runs in December for remote attendees. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.asist.org/am26/
- [Sharjah International Library Conference (SILC) 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/sharjah-international-library-conference-silc/): November 7–9, 2026; Sharjah, UAE; In person; Sharjah Book Authority + ALA; AI varies (general conference). ALA's only conference held outside the U.S. — an East–West bridge drawing 400+ attendees from 30+ countries across all library types. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://sharjahilc.com/
- [AI-cademy 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/ai-cademy/): November 9–10, 2026; Vancouver, Canada (UBC); In person; Higher Education Strategy Associates (HESA) + University of British Columbia; 100% AI focus. Dedicated conference on responsible AI practice and governance in higher education. Institution-wide focus rather than library-specific. Official site: https://higheredstrategy.com/
- [AI and the Future of Education Conference (APUS)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/ai-and-the-future-of-education-conference-apus/): November 12–13, 2026; Virtual (free); Virtual; American Public University System (APUS); 100% AI focus. Free public virtual conference on AI in education. 2026 proposals closed August 17, 2026. Focus on practical applications, pedagogy, equity, and ethical AI use in higher education contexts. Official site: https://militaryplus.apus.edu/academic-community/conferences/ai-and-the-future-of-education/
- [IATUL Conference 2026 (46th)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/iatul-conference/): November 15–19, 2026; Johannesburg, South Africa (first time in Africa); In person; International Association of University Libraries; AI varies (general conference). International conference for university and technological-university libraries, hosted by the University of Johannesburg. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.iatul.org/
- [OLC Accelerate 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/olc-accelerate/): November 16–19, 2026; Orlando, FL (Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin); In person; Online Learning Consortium (OLC); Major AI track. Premier conference for digital and online learning professionals. Includes a dedicated AI Summit focused on the impact, ethics, and research behind AI in higher education — moving beyond 'how to use it.' Official site: https://onlinelearningconsortium.org/conferences/olc-accelerate2026/
- [Library Journal: AI and Academic Libraries 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/library-journal-ai-and-academic-libraries/): November 16–17, 2026; Online; Virtual; Library Journal / School Library Journal; 100% AI focus; next deadline: Registration closes, Nov 16, 2026. A two-day live online conference from Library Journal, held on Zoom 12:00–4:30 pm ET each day, on practical uses of AI in academic libraries. Participants earn 10 professional development credit hours and keep access to recordings for six months. Official site: https://course.libraryjournal.com/products/ai-and-academic-libraries-conference
- [ALISE 2026 Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/alise-annual-conference/): November 16–18, 2026; Buffalo, NY, United States; In person; Association for Library and Information Science Education; AI varies (general conference). Themed 'The Good Questions,' this national conference focuses on LIS graduate education, exploring how automated systems, sensemaking algorithms, and generative AI influence information-seeking behavior and curriculum design. Official site: https://alise.org/event/ALISE2026
- [Access Services Conference (ASC) 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/access-services-conference-asc/): November 17–19, 2026; Atlanta, GA (Georgia Tech Global Learning Center + livestream); Hybrid; Access Services in Libraries, Inc. (ASiL); AI varies (general conference). National niche conference (running since 2009) on circulation, reserves, ILL/resource sharing, stacks, security, and student-worker management. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.accessservicesconference.org/conferences/2026-conference/
- [Core Forum 2026 (ALA Core)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/core-forum-ala-core/): November 18–20, 2026; Louisville, KY; In person; ALA Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures; AI varies (general conference). Annual conference covering access, buildings, leadership, metadata, preservation, and technology. AI included in the technology track. Official site: https://coreforum.org/
- [POD Network 51st Annual Conference 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/pod-network-annual-conference/): November 18–20, 2026; Baltimore, MD; Hybrid; POD Network (Professional & Organizational Development); AI varies (general conference). Annual gathering of faculty developers, instructional designers, and teaching center professionals. Theme: 'Building Resilience and Innovation in Transformative Learning Environments.' In person in Baltimore with select sessions live-streamed. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://podnetwork.org/annual-conference/baltimore-2026/

### December 2026

- [Magna AI in Education Conference 2026](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/magna-ai-in-education-conference/): December 1–2, 2026; Virtual (on-demand through March 2027); Virtual; Magna Publications; 100% AI focus; next deadline: Discounted rate ends, Nov 20, 2026. Dedicated virtual conference on AI in education — tools, strategies, ethics, and pedagogy. On-demand access available through March 2027. Official site: https://www.magnapubs.com/ai-in-education-conference/
- [ICADL 2026 — Int'l Conf. on Asia-Pacific Digital Libraries](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/icadl-intl-conf-on-asia-pacific-digital-libraries/): December 2–4, 2026; Khon Kaen, Thailand (Khon Kaen University; remote presentation option); Hybrid; ICADL community (host: Khon Kaen University); Major AI track. Regional academic conference on digital libraries, data science, and AI. Theme: "Empowering Digital Knowledge Ecosystems through Data, AI, and Human Intelligence" — AI is central to this year's program. Official site: https://icadl.net/icadl2026/
- [Amigos: Future Driven Collections](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/amigos-future-driven-collections/): December 9, 2026; Virtual; Virtual; Amigos Library Services; AI varies (general conference). Topical online conference from the Amigos Library Services consortium; the December 2026 edition is 'Future Driven Collections.' Low-cost virtual professional development. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.amigos.org/
- [CNI Fall 2026 Membership Meeting](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/cni-fall-membership-meeting/): December 10–11, 2026; Washington, DC; In person; Coalition for Networked Information (CNI); Major AI track. Semiannual gathering of senior digital library and IT leaders. AI in libraries, research infrastructure, and digital scholarship are recurring primary themes. Official site: https://www.cni.org/event/fall-2026-membership-meeting

### January 2027

- [Bett UK 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/bett-uk/): January 20–22, 2027; London, UK (ExCeL London); In person; Bett; Major AI track; next deadline: On-time registration closes, Dec 7, 2026. One of the world's largest edtech exhibitions and conferences, showcasing industry-wide innovations, institutional AI infrastructures, and digital content delivery frameworks relevant to library services. Official site: https://uk.bettshow.com/

### March 2027

- [LAK 2027 — Int'l Conference on Learning Analytics and Knowledge](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/lak-intl-conference-on-learning-analytics-and-knowledge/): March 8–12, 2027; Recife, Brazil; In person; Society for Learning Analytics Research (SoLAR); Major AI track; next deadline: Poster/Demo submission deadline, Nov 9, 2026. Premier learning analytics conference. 2026 theme: 'Learning Analytics and AI Synergy.' Explores AI+analytics in teaching, advising, and student success. Official site: https://www.solaresearch.org/events/lak/lak27/general-call/
- [SXSW EDU 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/sxsw-edu/): March 13–16, 2027; Austin, TX; In person; SXSW; Major AI track. Major cross-sector education innovation conference. Dedicated tracks on AI in education including 'Teaching on the Frontier: Skills for the AI Era' — how educators and students engage with AI thoughtfully and inclusively. Official site: https://sxswedu.com/
- [League for Innovation — Innovations Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/league-for-innovation-innovations-conference/): March 14–16, 2027; Chandler, AZ (Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass); In person; League for Innovation; AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Discounted rate ends, Jan 15, 2027. Community-college-focused innovation conference with tracks on leadership, learning and teaching, student support, and workforce preparation. Presenters are typically affiliated with a community college or nonprofit university. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.league.org/inn2027
- [Computers in Libraries 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/computers-in-libraries/): March 16–18, 2027; Arlington, VA; In person; Information Today, Inc.; Major AI track; next deadline: Discounted rate ends, Feb 12, 2027. Annual library technology and innovation conference. AI has been a central programming thread; 2027 continues that focus with five simultaneous tracks, workshops, and an exhibit hall. Official site: https://computersinlibraries.infotoday.com/
- [ER&L Fest 2027 — Electronic Resources & Libraries](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/erl-fest-electronic-resources-and-libraries/): March 21–24, 2027; Austin, TX (AT&T Hotel & Conference Center) + Online; Hybrid; Electronic Resources & Libraries; AI varies (general conference). Community-driven conference on electronic resources and emerging library technology. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://electroniclibrarian.org/conference-info/

### April 2027

- [ASU+GSV Summit 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/asu-gsv-summit/): April 4–7, 2027; San Diego, CA; In person; Arizona State University + Global Silicon Valley; Major AI track. Major edtech and innovation summit. 2026: AI fully integrated as the 'AI Revolution (AIR)' track. Speakers included Sam Altman. AI in teaching, equity, and workforce. Official site: https://asugsvsummit.com/
- [UKSG Annual Conference 2027 (50th)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/uksg-annual-conference/): April 5–7, 2027; Glasgow, UK; In person; UKSG; AI varies (general conference). The UKSG 50th Annual Conference and Exhibition marks the organisation's 50th anniversary. Official site: https://www.uksg.org/events/conference27/
- [ACRL 2027 (Announced)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/acrl-conference/): April 7–10, 2027; Portland, OR (hybrid); Hybrid; Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL/ALA); Major AI track. Next biennial ACRL national conference. Contributed paper, panel, and workshop proposals closed June 5, 2026; short-format proposals (lightning talks, posters, roundtables, virtual) closed October 16, 2026. AI programming will continue to be central. Official site: https://www.ala.org/acrl/conferences-and-learning
- [TLA Annual Conference 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/tla-annual-conference/): April 19–22, 2027; San Antonio, TX (Henry B. González Convention Center); In person; Texas Library Association; AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Early-bird rate ends, Jan 31, 2027. Largest state library-association conference in the U.S., with a large academic / college & university track alongside all library types. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://conference.txla.org/
- [LILAC 2027 — Librarians' Information Literacy Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/lilac-librarians-information-literacy-annual-conference/): April 21–23, 2027; London, UK (City St George's, University of London); In person; CILIP Information Literacy Group; AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Call for presentations deadline, Nov 16, 2026. International niche conference on information literacy, drawing delegates from 30+ countries. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.lilacconference.com/

### May 2027

- [Library Publishing Forum 2027 (LPF)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/library-publishing-forum-lpf/): May 10–13, 2027; Online; Virtual; Library Publishing Coalition; AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Proposals due, Nov 6, 2026. International niche forum on library publishing, open access, and scholarly communication. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://librarypublishing.org/
- [LOEX 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/loex/): May 11–14, 2027; Online; Virtual; Library Orientation Exchange (LOEX); AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Proposals due, Nov 30, 2026. The leading conference for library information literacy instruction. LOEX 2027 is online. Official site: https://loexconference.org/
- [Florida Library Association 2027 Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/florida-library-association-annual-conference/): May 11–14, 2027; Orlando, FL, United States; In person; Florida Library Association; AI varies (general conference). The officially announced 2027 edition of the Florida Library Association's annual gathering, continuing regional tracks on emerging technology, data literacy, and library administrative strategies. Official site: https://www.flalib.org/save-date-2027-2029-annual-conferences
- [7th AfLIA Conference & 9th African Library Summit 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/aflia-conference-and-african-library-summit/): May 24–28, 2027; Livingstone, Zambia; In person; African Library and Information Associations and Institutions; AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Proposals due, Nov 9, 2026. The premier biennial African library summit, exploring decolonized digital transformation, open metadata infrastructures, and local policies to govern artificial intelligence across African libraries. Official site: https://web.aflia.net/2026/04/
- [MLA 2027 — Medical Library Association Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/mla-medical-library-association-annual-conference/): May 25–28, 2027; Denver, CO; In person; Medical Library Association (MLA); AI varies (general conference). MLA '27, themed "Elevating Impact", gathers health information professionals to strengthen knowledge, expand networks and increase the value they bring to their organizations and communities. Official site: https://www.mlanet.org/article/join-us-for-the-mla-27-official-invitation/

### June 2027

- [AIR Forum 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/air-forum/): June 1–4, 2027; Denver, CO (Colorado Convention Center); In person; Association for Institutional Research (AIR); AI varies (general conference); next deadline: Presenter registration deadline, Apr 16, 2027. Annual conference for institutional research and data professionals. AI applications in enrollment analytics, student success prediction, and evidence-based institutional decision-making. 200+ crowd-sourced sessions. Official site: https://www.airweb.org/forum/2027/home
- [Teaching and Learning with AI Conference (UCF)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/teaching-and-learning-with-ai-conference-ucf/): June 1–3, 2027; Orlando, FL (Walt Disney Dolphin Resort); In person; University of Central Florida (UCF); 100% AI focus; next deadline: Proposals due, Jan 22, 2027. 4th annual conference bringing together K-12 and higher ed educators on AI in teaching and learning. Hands-on workshops, research presentations, and keynotes on human-centered AI in the classroom. Official site: https://aiforall.ucf.edu/teachwithai/
- [Open Repositories 2027 (OR2027)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/open-repositories/): June 6–10, 2027; Salvador, Brazil (Wish Hotel, Bahia); In person; Open Repositories Conference Steering Committee; AI varies (general conference). OR2027 returns to an in-person format, jointly hosted by UFBA, IBICT, UFG, UFPR and the Rede Brasileira de Repositórios Digitais. The venue is the Wish Hotel in Bahia, near Salvador's UNESCO-listed Historic Center. Official site: https://or2026.openrepositories.org/
- [GAIL 2027 — Generative AI in Libraries Virtual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/gail-generative-ai-in-libraries-virtual-conference/): June 7–10, 2027; Virtual (Zoom Events); Virtual; Sam Houston State University Libraries & Virginia Tech TELOS; 100% AI focus. Free virtual conference exclusively on generative AI in libraries — instruction, research support, collection management, outreach, and ethics. Official site: https://shsulibraryguides.org/genailibraries
- [BiblioCon 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/bibliocon/): June 22–25, 2027; Nuremberg, Germany; In person; Berufsverband Information Bibliothek (BIB) + VDB; Major AI track; next deadline: Proposals due, Dec 7, 2026. Largest German-language library congress. Substantial AI and generative-AI programming track — a strong barometer for European AI practice in libraries. Official site: https://www.bib-info.de/
- [ALA Annual Conference 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/ala-annual-conference/): June 24–28, 2027; New Orleans, LA; In person; American Library Association; AI varies (general conference). The world's largest library event (~15,000+), covering all library types including a substantial academic track through ACRL programming. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://2027.alaannual.org/
- [ISTE 2027 — ISTELive 27](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/iste-live/): June 27–30, 2027; Boston, MA; Hybrid; International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE); Major AI track. Major K-12 and higher ed technology conference. AI Innovator Challenge, hands-on AI literacy workshops, 800+ sessions including multiple mainstage AI keynotes. Relevant for librarians supporting AI instruction. Official site: https://conference.iste.org/
- [DH2027 — Digital Humanities 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/dh-digital-humanities/): June 28 – July 3, 2027; Galway, Ireland (University of Galway); In person; Alliance of Digital Humanities Organizations (ADHO); Major AI track. DH2027, the annual Digital Humanities conference of the Alliance of Digital Humanities Organizations, will be hosted by the University of Galway. Further programme details are still to come. Official site: https://adho.org/2025/02/12/dh2027-is-in-galway/
- [EAHIL Conference 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/eahil-conference/): June 28 – July 2, 2027; Groningen, Netherlands (UMCG); In person; European Association for Health Information and Libraries; Major AI track. International conference on health and medical libraries and information. 2027 theme: 'Human in the Loop' — health librarians navigating AI, evidence, research and care. Official site: https://eahil.eu/

### July 2027

- [IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (ICALT) 2027](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/icalt-ieee-advanced-learning-technologies/): July 19–22, 2027; Dortmund, Germany; Hybrid; IEEE Technical Committee on Learning Technology; Major AI track; next deadline: Papers due, Jan 15, 2027. The 27th IEEE ICALT, the IEEE Technical Committee on Learning Technology's annual conference on learning technologies. Its 14 tracks include Artificial Intelligence and Smart Learning Environments (AISLE) and big data and learning analytics; registration is offered both in person and online. Official site: https://tc.computer.org/tclt/icalt-2027/
- [AIET 2027 — 7th Int'l Conference on AI in Education Technology](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/aiet-intl-conference-on-ai-in-education-technology/): July 28–30, 2027; Cologne, Germany; In person; Academic Network / University of Zagreb; 100% AI focus; next deadline: Submission deadline, Feb 20, 2027. Springer-published conference on AI/ML in education technology — intelligent tutoring, human-AI hybrid systems, online learning, and educational inequity. Official site: https://www.aiet.org/

### August 2027

- [IFLA WLIC 2027 — World Library and Information Congress](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/ifla-wlic-world-library-and-information-congress/): August 9–13, 2027; London, United Kingdom; In person; International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA); AI varies (general conference). 90th IFLA World Congress. Theme: 'Libraries Powering Transformation.' Sessions on AI literacy, responsible AI in cataloguing, and AI for accessible collections. Official site: https://2027.ifla.org/

### October 2027

- [Iowa Library Association Annual Conference](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/iowa-library-association-annual-conference/): October 6–8, 2027; Altoona, IA (The Meadows Events & Conference Center); In person; Iowa Library Association; AI varies (general conference). Midwestern state library association annual conference. Diverse audience of public, academic, and special librarians. Included for professional-development completeness; AI programming varies by year. Official site: https://www.iowalibraryassociation.org/

### November 2027

- [Conference on AI and Higher Education (AAC&U)](https://libprofdevelopment.vercel.app/event/conference-on-ai-and-higher-education-aacu/): November 3–5, 2027 (online November 10–12); San Juan, Puerto Rico + Online; Hybrid; American Association of Colleges & Universities (AAC&U); 100% AI focus. Dedicated conference on AI's implications for higher education — curriculum, academic integrity, equity, faculty development, and institutional strategy. Co-located with in-person and virtual tracks. Official site: https://www.aacu.org/event/conference-on-ai-and-higher-education

## Related

- AI for Academic Libraries, a free practitioner curriculum by the same author, mapped to the ACRL AI Competencies: https://ai-for-academic-libraries.vercel.app