Dance Librarians Discussion Group
AGENDA
Westin Boston Waterfront, Alcott Room
Saturday, January 16, 2010
1:30-3:30 pm
Welcome and Introductions
Dance Heritage Coalition updates
Discussion topics:
- Training opportunities for students and others seeking to specialize in dance librarianship or as dance archivists
- Future of the DLDG-L listserv
- Virtual meeting(s) for ALA members
Presentation by Dr. Jody Weber, author of The Evolution of Aesthetic and Expressive Dance in Boston (Cambria Press, 2009)
Jody Weber is Assistant Professor of Dance at Bridgewater State College. She holds a PhD from Boston University, an MA from American University, and a BFA from SUNY Purchase. Dr. Weber’s research has been presented through the Dance History Scholars Conference and the Hall of Black Achievement at Bridgewater State College. She also worked on the Boston Dance History Survey Project through the Boston Dance Alliance that established the foundation to build an archive on local dance history. Dr. Weber is also the Artistic Director of Weber Dance, a contemporary dance company based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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