PAARL Forum @ the 26th Philippine Academic Book Fair

The Philippine Association of Academic and Research Librarians, Inc. (PAARL) invites you to attend its forum titled “Redefining Excellence and Innovation in Libraries,” to be held on July 2, 2025 (Wednesday), from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN and from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at Mega Hall 1, 5th Floor, Mega B, SM Megamall, EDSA, Mandaluyong City. This event is part of PAARL’s official participation in the 26th Philippine Academic Book Fair.

In an era of rapid transformation, libraries are expected to transcend traditional roles and deliver exceptional value through responsive programs and user-centered innovations. This forum offers academic and research librarians a platform to explore what it means to achieve excellence and drive innovation in library services and design. Through case studies and reflective discussions, it aims to equip participants with the knowledge and inspiration to lead impactful and future-ready library initiatives.

By the end of the forum, the participants should be able to:

  1. Examine key indicators that define excellence and creativity in library programs and services, including impact, sustainability, and responsiveness to community needs.
  2. Critically analyze and redefine the purpose and principles of library spaces, applying innovative strategies to foster engagement, inclusivity, and dynamic user experiences.

FORUM TOPICS
TOPIC 1: Think BIG: Designing Library Programs with a BANG!
Speaker : Ms. Eunice Ann Yutuc Chua – College Librarian I, University Library, UP Diliman
Date : July 2, 2025
Time : 10:00 AM to 12:00 NN

TOPIC 2: LIBRARY BLUEPRINT: Designing Spaces that Wow, Work, and Welcome!
Speaker : Ms. Aicelle J. Cabillan – Librarian, Lyceum of the Philippines University
Date : July 2, 2025
Time : 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

FORUM FEES
One Session Only (AM or PM):
PhP300.00 (Member)
PhP350.00 (Non-member)

Both Sessions (AM and PM ):
PhP500.00 (Member)
PhP600.00 (Non-member)

REGISTRATION
To register, visit http://bit.ly/PAARL_ABAP2025.

Registration is open until June 30, 2025, or until the maximum of 50 participants per session is reached—whichever comes first. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful registration.