As AI reshapes information access and discovery, libraries face critical choices about technology, equity, and community trust. Join us for The AI Moment in Libraries: What It Means for Our Profession, a virtual panel exploring how libraries can navigate AI implementation while staying true to core values of access, privacy, and service to all communities. Panelists: • Beth Patin (Moderator) – Associate Professor, School of Information Studies, Syracuse University • Sanda Erdelez – Dean, School of Library and Information Science, Simmons University • Leo Lo – University Librarian and Dean of Libraries, University of Virginia • R. David Lankes – Virginia and Charles Bowden Professor of Librarianship, School of Information Science, University of Texas at Austin • Jeff Saltz – Associate Professor, School of Information Studies, Syracuse University When: Tuesday, November 11, 12:00–1:00 PM Where: Virtual via Zoom This panel will feature an honest conversation about preparing librarians, serving patrons, and leading with ethics in an AI-integrated future. https://ischool.syracuse.edu/aimoment Jeff Hemsley, PhD jjhemsle@syr.edu Interim Dean, School of Information Studies (iSchool) The mission of the iSchool is to expand human capabilities by connecting people, information, and technology. https://ischool.syr.edu/ Syracuse University