2026 AAHSL Annual Meeting
Fostering Agile Organizations

November 5-6 | Anaheim, CA

Pricing | Hotel Info | Program | Event Policies | Things to Do

The Association of Academic Health Sciences Library (AAHSL) Annual Meeting is held in conjunction with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Annual Meeting. While they are held in conjunction, the programs are completely separate this year. The AAHSL Annual Meeting activities will take place on November 5–6 in Anaheim, CA.

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Pricing

Directors of AAHSL Member Institutions: Complimentary
Additional Employees of AAHSL Member Institutions: $250
Non-Members: $350

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Hotel Info

Location: Delta Hotel Anaheim Garden Grove
Room rate: Starting at $169 plus tax
12021 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840

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Book your room by Tuesday, October 13, 2026!

Alternative Hotel Options

If you are attending the AAMC Meeting, please secure your sleeping room using one of the hotels available to AAMC attendees.

Annual Meeting Terms, Conditions, and Policies

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received by Wednesday, September 30, 2026, will be refunded, less a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Substitutions can be made at any time. If you have any questions, please contact the office at [email protected].

AAHSL Code of Conduct

AAHSL has established an Event Code of Conduct to serve as a guideline for the professional conduct of anyone attending or participating in an AAHSL Event, as well as the consequences for unacceptable behavior. We expect you to follow this Code so that you and other participants can enjoy the Event responsibly and with respect for the rights of others.

Health and Wellness Policy

Knowingly, and at my own risk, I am participating in the AAHSL 2026 Annual Meeting. I do hereby waive and release any and all claims against AAHSL (Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries) and any employees, event contractors, volunteers, or officials of these organizations from any claim of injury (including death) that I may incur as a result of my participation in the event.

I further hereby certify that I have full knowledge of the risks involved in this event. If, however, as a result of my participation in the AAHSL 2026 Annual Meeting, I require medical attention, I hereby give consent to authorize medical personnel to provide such medical care as deemed necessary, and all medical treatment is my financial responsibility.

Program

Times and activities are subject to change.

Thursday, October 22
10:00 AM–11:00 AM	2026 Virtual Annual Business Meeting RSVP via Zoom \| Add the meeting to your calendar!	Virtual
Wednesday, November 4
7:00 AM–8:00 AM	Board of Directors Breakfast	Avalon 3
8:00 AM–5:00 PM	Board of Directors Meeting	Avalon 2
12:00 PM–1:00 PM	Board of Directors Lunch	Avalon 3
6:00 PM–8:00 PM	New Director Dinner with the Board (Invite Only)	Avalon 3
Thursday, November 5
8:00 AM–9:00 AM	All Attendee Welcome Breakfast	Catalina C
9:10 AM–9:30 PM	2026 Annual Meeting President's Welcome & Land Acknowledgement	Catalina AB
9:30 AM–10:30 AM	Educational Panel: Communicating Value to Administration and Leadership Demonstrating value is essential for securing support, resources, and strategic influence within an organization. This session will explore how to effectively communicate the impact of your library using meaningful metrics, data, and outcome-focused language that resonates with administrators and institutional leaders. Participants will discuss successes and challenges in measuring value, identify areas where important contributions may be underrepresented or overlooked, and examine how AAHSL metrics can be leveraged to demonstrate impact, inform decision-making, and strengthen advocacy efforts.	Catalina AB
10:30 AM–10:45 AM	Networking Break	Catalina C
10:45 AM–12:15 PM	Matheson Lecture - Lou Clark, PhD, MFA The Power of Presence and Performance to Cultivate Human Connection in The Intelligent Age	Catalina AB
12:15 PM–1:30 PM	All Attendee Networking Lunch	Catalina C
1:30 PM–2:45 PM	Agility and Risk-Taking in Times of Uncertainty (World Cafe Style) Agility allows you to move quickly, but without a willingness to take risks, that capability may go unused. In this session, using the World Café format, we will explore the concepts of risk and agility and their relationship to library values and decision-making. The intent of the session is to spark lively discussion and share key takeaways.	Catalina AB
2:45 PM–3:00 PM	Networking Break	Catalina C
3:00 PM–4:00 PM	Educational Panel: Preparing for Technological Disruption and Innovation As emerging technologies continue to reshape the way organizations operate, leaders must be prepared to navigate change with confidence, clarity, and purpose. This session focuses not on the technologies themselves, but on the leadership approaches that enable successful innovation. Participants will explore how to ground decision-making in clear principles, develop a framework for evaluating and advocating for new technologies, and lead teams effectively in an era increasingly influenced by AI.	Catalina AB
4:00 PM–6:30 PM	Attendee Reception	Catalina C
Friday, November 6
8:00 AM–9:00 AM	All Attendee Networking Breakfast	Catalina C
9:00 AM–9:15 AM	Welcome - Day 2	Catalina AB
9:15 AM–10:15 AM	Roundtables	Catalina AB
10:15 AM–10:30 AM	Networking Break	Catalina C
10:30 AM–11:30 AM	Educational Panel: Leadership Strategies to Foster Agility As libraries navigate evolving institutional landscapes, leadership demands both vision and adaptability. This panel brings together library directors to share strategies, insights, and lessons learned in building agile, resilient organizations — particularly in the face of constrained resources and shifting priorities.	Catalina AB
11:30 AM–12:00 PM	2026 AAHSL Annual Meeting Closing	Catalina AB