Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

MCLS Executive Director and library geek. Library cooperation makes all of us stronger. mcls.org Lansing, MI Joined March 2012

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Really looking forward to tonight's @DetroitSymphony concert. Got my glass of wine, feet up, and @LiveStream ready to go. #DSOlive

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Enjoying @premierleague soccer @OzonesBrewhouse with a pint of Master of shadows, an excellent porter.

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Always remember that libraries change lives and that our work is vital to our communities. And probably more important than ever. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Three things: Working with the Library of Michigan to create MeL and MeLCat; starting our group licensing program & merging MLC & INCOLSA. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

3. The ability to manipulate social media for nefarious purposes & separate us from fellow citizens. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

2. Questioning the value of so much screen time. Many recent articles about whether kids should be taught with screens. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Here's 3: 1.1. Learning to engage with your community. ALA has done a great job with Harwood & NCDD & is leading the way. #mclschat

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1. The web & the way it changed how we deliver information to our patrons & how we interact with them. 2. The graying of the profession. 3. Vendor consolidations. A bit under the radar but quite important. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

It's hard to believe just how much tech pervades our lives. Who knew we'd be watching TV through the Internet in 1995??? #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

I would have to say that the biggest impact has been the way that technology has become such a huge part of everything. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Long story. The short version is that I believe cooperation is an essential part of all libraries and that we’re all stronger together. I’ve worked hard to act on that belief and find the important things that will help libraries. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

There is a downside if taken too far and that is flitting from new shiny thing to new shiny thing – something that I have to work to avoid. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Best piece of advice I’d give anyone: Stay curious. The upside is that you find yourself going in directions that may not have been obvious. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

I’ve been a long-time yoga practitioner and the physical practice gets me out of my head and gives me a chance to relax. In the last few years, a daily meditation practice has become very important as I try to keep balance & perspective in my life. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Most importantly, strong relationships. I need to have people around to bounce around ideas, let off steam, and have fun with. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Probably the biggest surprise was the combination of the Michigan Library Consortium & INCOLSA & becoming MCLS. That led to a whole bunch of different roads. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Lots. I never would have predicted going to work at OCLC when I got out of library school. #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

Feel free to jump in with your question or comment! #mclschat

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Randy Dykhuis @MCLSRandy

7 years ago

And also DoubleDutch which is two Dutch news correspondents who cover US politics. It's in Dutch & I miss a lot but pick up enuff to come back. #mclschat