Welcome to the Utah Library Association Annual Conference 2005, The Times They Are A Changin'. Indeed, the incredible speed at which libraries and their communities are changing can feel overwhelming. The changes in the social fabric of our local and regional library community are creating new challenges for each of us. Are you facing issues like:
Funding and resource development? Patron confidentiality? Intellectual freedom? Staff shortages? Communication concerns? Space planning? Relevancy to your community? Increasing employee morale? Burnout?

If so, this year's program may just have the insight and illumination that you're looking for. Many book sessions are also available this year as we discuss award winners and favorites. Is technology your bag? You will find workshops that will challenge and inspire you. Cataloging, family history, exercise, reference, readers advisory; they're all included. The 2005 Conference has something for everyone!

National speaker and corporate trainer, Cheewa James will open our conference with a high energy, motivating presentation entitled, "Climb Off Dead Horses: Mastering Change." Author and action figure model Nancy Pearl will be our guest speaker at the Thursday lunch. Don't miss these terrific speakers.

Great workshops, Great friends, Great food = a great conference!

Change your future and be a part of the ULA 2005 Annual Conference.

Gene Nelson
ULA President 2004-05