New Training Opportunity Now Available to All SC Libraries

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The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce that Niche Academy training is now available to all public, academic, and school library staff members in South Carolina. Niche Academy helps libraries deliver “experiences of delight” for their customers. The Academy provides online tutorials that educate library staff members about library resources and how to use them. These tutorials also help library staff members become more confident and effective in the day to day operations of the library.

Public, academic, and school library staff members in South Carolina may use Niche Academy for professional development learning opportunities. Also included on the Niche Academy platform is a full subscription to the PCI Webinars archives. To access these tutorials, library staff may visit the State Library’s Continuing Education LibGuide or contact Tiffany Hayes, Continuing Education Consultant, at thayes@statelibrary.sc.gov or (803) 545-4206. Libraries who are interested in integrating database tutorials into their websites should contact Patricia Sinclair, Electronic Resources Director, at psinclair@statelibrary.sc.gov or (803) 734-8851.

Niche has created a specialized collection of resources called Reopening Lives with information on various aspects related to library operations and COVID-19. It includes content about cleaning and disinfection, testing guidelines, COVID-19 myths and facts, and other critical information to help libraries safely serve their patrons.

Upcoming Event

Colonial militia reenactors in a field.

Defenders of Liberty: The Evolving Story of America’s Military

May 22, 2025, 10:00 AM

Join us for a one hour webinar exploring America's military evolution from its colonial militia roots to its modern global presence. This focused session traces the remarkable transformation of U.S. armed forces that began with citizen soldiers defending colonial settlements against Native American tribes and fighting for independence from Great Britain.