The 2026 Center for Research Libraries (CRL) Nominating Committee invites nominations and expressions of interest to serve on the CRL Board of Directors for the 2027–2029 term.
Nominations will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Committee will...
CRL is rolling out a new series of online sessions called CRL Essentials, designed to help member library staff get the most out of their CRL membership and stay current on opportunities. The series will offer short, practical overviews of CRL...
The Center for Research Libraries (CRL) announces Grace Lilyerd as Collections Data Analyst on CRL's Collection Acquisition & Licensing Team. In this newly created role, Lilyerd will strengthen CRL's capacity to support member institutions through...
Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Time: 12:00–2:00 PM Eastern
Location: Online (please register here)
The Print Archives Network (PAN) Midwinter Forum will be held online on January 23, 2026. PAN is a free and open platform for sharing...
CRL is pleased to introduce our new Metadata Initiatives Program Officer, Morris Levy. Morris is a seasoned metadata strategist and cataloging leader with over 20 years of experience in academic libraries and cooperative programs.
He will join the...
The Center for Research Libraries is in the final stages of its catalog migration and will launch a new catalog on Friday, December 19. The catalog may be temporarily unavailable beginning at 8:00 a.m. CT during the transition. The new catalog will...
The Center for Research Libraries (CRL) has published a strategic framework for 2027-2030 that marks the beginning of a collaborative planning process. Based on extensive member input gathered throughout 2025, the framework will guide CRL's work as...
The Center for Research Libraries (CRL) and its NERL licensing program are pleased to announce a landmark partnership with the Open Journals Collective (OJC) that will position their members at the forefront of supporting a sustainable, globally...
The Center for Research Libraries (CRL) was honored to be recognized as the Chicago Employer of the Year at the Best Buddies
Ellen Morrell, Program Supervisor, Jobs, and Adam Wilt State Director - Illinois, at Best Buddies International with CRL Director for Collections Access and Technology Amy Wood. ">Champion of the Year Gala for our partnership with the Best Buddies Jobs program, an integrated employment program that...
BMI, a leader in global data and analysis, has partnered with the Center for Research Libraries (CRL) and its NERL Licensing Program to expand access for North American universities. The platform delivers insights across 20+ industries and 200+...