HOPE IN THE MIDST OF DESPAIR
ON BEHALF OF THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
LETTER FROM ACURIL'S PRESIDENT
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Dear Members, Friends and Supporters of ACURIL,
The world as we once knew it, appears to be changing drastically before our eyes, all because of the spread of the Covid-19 virus pandemic. In the midst of all this, we stand collectively in hope and prayers for its quick eradication and a return to a semblance of life as we once knew.
This pandemic has caused the postponement of our 50th annual conference and anniversary celebration. But we are survivors, we are resilient, and we will emerge even stronger than before. Your health and safety takes precedent over all else, and I urge all of you to be safe and take all the precautions necessary to protect yourselves and your families. Pay close attention to information coming out from the CDC, and your respective governments and local health care officials. Together we can, and will get through this disaster.
COVID-19 has also caused the closure of many of our work places, inclusive of our physical libraries. However, we as information professionals, continue to provide virtual services to most of our respective constituents. Special thanks to many of our information providers and conference supporters who have stepped up to the plate and provided additional resources at no extra cost, to assist our students and faculty as they traverse the online teaching and Learning environment. Many of them have also provided continuing education opportunities for our staff. We are indeed a family and together we will emerge as victors.
On behalf of the members of the Executive Council, I pray God’s blessings and protection on you and your families. Together let’s do what we can to bring an end to this pandemic. Visit our webpage on a regular basis for further information and updates.
Looking forward to seeing all of you in 2021. Be safe!
Sincerely,
Berthamae L, Walker
ACURIL President, 2019-2020.
ASSOCIATION OF CARIBBEAN UNIVERSITY. RESEARCH AND INSTITUTIONAL LIBRARIES
Email: executivesecretariat@acuril.org
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