We are pleased to welcome a new member institution to IATUL. 🌍 With their addition to our global network, we expand our collective capacity to address emerging challenges in academic libraries. We are excited for the collaborations that lie ahead. #IATUL #AcademicLibraries

✨ As the year wraps up, we’re sending warm holiday wishes to our member libraries, partners, sponsors, and friends. Thank you for your commitment and collaboration throughout 2025 — it truly makes a difference. Wishing you a restful season and an inspiring start to 2026!

🎉 The latest #IATULNewsletter is out now! Celebrate 70 years of #IATUL with a message from President Kate Robinson, highlights from #IATUL2025 in Shanghai, Board and SIG updates, and a preview of #IATUL2026 in Johannesburg. 📖 https://t.co/GP9TSdKonX

Don’t forget — you can bring global library leaders to your campus! Member libraries can apply to host the 2027 or 2028 #IATUL Conference or Seminar & showcase their institution on an international stage. 🗓️ Apply by 31 March 2026 🔗 https://t.co/YxFchwBlQ3 #IATUL2027 #IATUL2028

⏳ The clock is ticking! Applications are open for the 2026 #IATUL International Research & Study Programme, supporting staff at member libraries working on projects that address key issues in the global library community. 🔗 https://t.co/kemBFhepZw #Libraries #Research #OpenCall

🚀 New SIG Space Episode! John McLennan (MCA Architects) shares how an Activity Based Workspace (ABW) was designed for UNSW Sydney Library—first presented at the 2025 IATUL Conference in Shanghai. 🎥 https://t.co/4gDzCV4I8I 📘 https://t.co/pds84az4NE #LibraryDesign #IATUL

📢The Call for Papers for #IATUL2026 is now open! We welcome proposals under the theme “Navigating the #FutureOfKnowledge” on how libraries are adapting to change & impact. Join us in Johannesburg in Nov '26. @UJLibrary FMI: https://t.co/QEa193l9Mp Submit: https://t.co/NMYQv4zq6f

📌Save the date for the IATUL 46th Annual Conference in Johannesburg, 22–26 November 2026. Together, we’ll explore how libraries can lead adapt, and create impact in a changing landscape. Hosted with the University of Johannesburg Library. 🔗 https://t.co/v5eztd98fw #IATUL2026

🎥That’s a wrap for #IATUL2025. Prof. Jinhua Cheng shared his thanks and farewell to close the conference. Warm appreciation to Shanghai Jiao Tong University Library and the local team for their hospitality throughout the week.

Prof. Jinhua Cheng, Director of the Library at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation and Friendship from Kate Robinson, recognizing the exemplary hosting of the 45th IATUL Conference. Thank you for the warm hospitality and support.

The Poster Prize at #IATUL2025 was awarded to Jing Li (China) for the poster “Jiao Xiantuan — AI Librarian,” presented by Kate Robinson. Congratulations, and thanks to all poster contributors for sharing their work and perspectives.

The final session of #IATUL2025 included closing remarks from Kate Robinson and Kara Jones and the announcement of the IATUL Conference 2026. Thank you to all participants, speakers, and hosts for contributing to this year’s conference.

#IATUL2025 breakout Library Spaces & User Experience featured: · Collection strategy (Xiaolu Guo) · User journey mapping (Yafang Fan) · AI & immersive spaces (Dnyaneshwar Jadhav) · Microlearning (Robert Vallente) · IoT in libraries (Shirlene Neerputh) Reflecting evolving spaces.

Scenes from the registration and exhibition area at #IATUL2025 — a welcoming space to meet, reconnect, and exchange ideas with colleagues and partners. Thanks to the onsite team at Shanghai Jiao Tong University for the smooth and well-organized experience.

In his keynote, Jianbin Jin referenced a collaborative statement in Royal Society Open Science, noting his IATUL affiliation. It echoed a key #IATUL2025 theme: libraries help shape responsible and sustainable research infrastructures. 🔗 https://t.co/C94KVuZZDy

Final day of #IATUL2025 featured the keynote “University Repository Construction and the Future of Libraries” by Jianbin Jin (Tsinghua University Library). 📚The talk highlighted evolving repository strategies and the library’s role in research, access & long-term stewardship.

🎉The #IATUL2025 Gala Dinner on the Huangpu River Cruise offered time to connect and enjoy the Shanghai skyline, with dinner, music, and cultural performances creating a warm and enjoyable evening.

The final day of #IATUL2025 includes a keynote from our board member Jianbin Jin, breakout sessions, this year’s poster prize announcement, and a first look at #IATUL2026. Programme: 🔗 https://t.co/91i8iNGbnU #AcademicLibraries #FutureofLibraries

A sincere thank you to our #IATUL2025 sponsors for their support in making this conference a success. Your partnership plays an important role in enabling international exchange, collaboration, and learning across the global academic library community. 👉 https://t.co/3E2RfqOn0v

🎙️Unlocking Value – AI for Enhanced Metadata in STI, hosted by @icsti, takes place 22 Jan 26 at 3:00 PM GMT. Explore how AI can improve metadata creation, management & discoverability with expert insights + real use cases. ICSTI members & guests welcome: https://t.co/RfWmsOQiFp