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Date: Thu, 22 Apr 1993 15:31:47 -0400
From: Steve Murden <SMURDEN%VCUVAX.BITNET@mitvma.mit.edu>
Subject: ALCTS Business of Acquisitions Institute

The following information is being cross-posted to several lists. Please
pardon any duplication.

The fourth Business of Acquisitions Institute will be held on the campus
of Virginia Commonwealth University, in Richmond, Virginia, June 3-4,
1993.  Sponsored by the Association of Library Collections and Technical
Services, the Institute focuses on the needs of new acquisitions
librarians and others in the field who seek an update of new methods and
philosophies.  The sessions will also appeal to librarians expanding their
areas of responsibility; selectors, administrators, and others whose
responsibilities are allied with the acquisitions process,; library
educators; and vendors and publishers who may find an inside view of
library acquisitions and methods of interest.

Experienced librarians, vendors, and publishers will conduct tutorial
focus sessions and moderated panel discussions.  They will address
specific methods of materials acquisitions as well as practical advice and
techniques for all libraries, with a focus on sound fiscal and business
practices.  The Institute focuses on basic acquisitions of monographs,
serials, and media, and includes the relationships among librarians,
library booksellers, subscription agents, and publishers.

Registration for the Business of Acquisitions Institute will be accepted
on a first-come, first-served basis until April 30, 1993, limited to 120
persons.  Registration fees are $210 for ALCTS members, $245 for ALA
personal members, and $280 for nonmembers. These fees include programs,
instructional materials, and coffee breaks.  Housing will be available on
VCU's campus, in downtown Richmond, VA, at $12.50/night, double and
$25/night, single.

     For additional information, contact:
          Yvonne A. McLean
          ALCTS, 50 East Huron St.
          Chicago, IL 60611
          1-800-545-2433 ext. 5032