Celebrating 18 Years of LibGuides: A Journey of Innovation
By Hannah on April 30, 2025
Origins of LibGuides: A New Era for Libraries In 2007, the landscape of library resources was forever changed with the introduction of LibGuides, a revolutionary tool designed to create web-based, multimedia research guides. The innovation stemmed from a simple, yet profound understan …
Tales From the Co-Op: April Exchanges
By Hannah on April 24, 2025
Get ready for another exciting installment of Tales From the Co-Op! If you weren't able to read the latest post in this series, be sure to check out our March Exchanges. Do your patrons love to tell you how much they wish you were never closed? With our 24/7 Chat Cooperative, that mig …
Catch Up on Must-See ACRL 2025 Guest Presentations
By Hannah on April 11, 2025
We're still abuzz from meeting so many of you at ACRL last week! There have been quite a few shifts in library land lately, and during this year's National Library Week, our appreciation for librarians is at an all-time high. Yesterday was Take Action for Libraries Day, making it the …
Expand Academic Library Services with CareerShift
By Kelsey on April 8, 2025
Calling all academic librarians! You're invited to an engaging webinar on April 16 that explores how CareerShift, an all-in-one job search and career management platform, can empower libraries to arm students with the essential tools to confidently conquer today’s job market. Academic …
Planning Ahead for Library Card Sign-Up Month
By Corinne on April 4, 2025
Get ready to kickstart your strategy for Library Card Sign-Up Month! We know that September feels like it's eons away, but now is the time to set plans in motion so your outreach efforts will be ready to go. How? With Patron Point, the marketing automation tool you were missing!
Tales From the Co-Op: March Exchanges
By Hannah on March 27, 2025
It's time for another thrilling chapter of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed the most recent post in this series, take a look at our February Exchanges. Our budget-friendly 24/7 Chat Cooperative is your library's secret weapon, offering patrons around-the-clock access to knowledgeab …
Meet Us in Minneapolis! — ACRL 2025, Booth #716
By Hannah on March 25, 2025
The Springshare team is heading to the ACRL Conference next week! We're excited to connect with academics from around the U.S., and we've got a few new tricks up our sleeves that you won't want to miss! If you're attending in person, stop by Booth #716 to say hello, pick our brains, o …
Tales From the Co-Op: February Exchanges
By Hannah on February 27, 2025
It's time for another exciting edition of Tales From the Co-Op! If you missed the most recent post in this series, be sure to catch up with the January Exchanges. Our affordable 24/7 Chat Cooperative ensures your patrons have round-the-clock access to expert MLS-degreed librarians. 20 …
Webinar Recordings You Might've Missed and New Upcoming Sessions
By Kelsey on February 19, 2025
Have the past few months flown by in a blur? If time has completely slipped past you, you might have missed some of our fantastic Springy webinars. But don't worry! We've got you covered with recordings of all our recent sessions so you can get caught up. Plus, we have some upcoming w …
Using Verify to Simplify Library Card Sign-Ups and Renewals
By Kelsey on February 3, 2025
First impressions matter, and for libraries, the patron experience starts the moment someone registers for a card. A seamless, efficient process not only welcomes new patrons but also saves valuable staff time. Join us for our February Learning Lab: Using Verify to Simplify Library Ca …