JBLCF–Bacolod Participates in the 19th CONSAL General Conference and Meeting 2025.
JBLCF–Bacolod proudly took part in the 19th Congress of Southeast Asian Librarians (CONSAL) General Conference and Meeting 2025, with Chief Librarian Dr. Elisa Vinco-Garcia serving as the school’s official delegate and also representing the Philippine Librarians Association, Inc. (PLAI) as President. The prestigious international event was held from June 16 to 19, 2025, at the World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, bringing together library and information professionals from across Southeast Asia under the theme “Inclusive Knowledge: Bridging Divides, Empowering All”and the tagline “Leveraging Inclusivity, Empowering Humanity.”
Throughout the conference, Dr. Garcia actively engaged in a variety of professional activities. As PLAI President, she participated in the CONSAL Executive Board Meeting, which convened delegates from 11 Southeast Asian countries, including national library heads and association leaders. She also attended plenary sessions that addressed vital issues and innovations in inclusive librarianship, along with parallel sessions and poster presentations that highlighted emerging practices and scholarly research in the field.
Dr. Garcia also joined benchmarking visits to leading institutions such as the National Library of Malaysia, Universiti Putra Malaysia, and the historic city of Melaka, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
These visits provided valuable insights into best practices in library development, cultural preservation, and community engagement.
Her participation in this international gathering reaffirms JBLCF–Bacolod’s commitment to professional excellence and strengthens its active role in regional and global library communities, while also highlighting the Philippines’ national voice in Southeast Asian librarianship through her leadership in PLAI.
The National Book Week Celebration from November 11 to 28, 2024, was a resounding success, marked by a diverse range of activities that highlighted the joy and importance of reading, learning, and community engagement. The celebration began with the Launching of National Book Week Celebration, setting the tone for nearly three weeks of creativity and collaboration. Among the standout events was the vibrant Tales & Character Parade, where participants showcased their favorite literary characters, and the Storytelling Contest, which brought stories to life through the voices of talented storytellers.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who supported and contributed to the success of our National Book Week Celebration 2024! Your participation, enthusiasm, and collaboration brought life to each activity, making this event a memorable one for all. Our unwavering support underscores the power of community in promoting literacy and learning. Together, we’ve celebrated the magic of books, inspired creativity, and built a stronger connection within our community. Thank you for being a part of this wonderful journey! 
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Research Made Easy: Quick Solutions for Related Literature Search and Use of Online Technology in Research
Elisa Vinco-Garcia
Chief Librarian, JBLCF-Bacolod
Engaging with literature is fundamental to the research process, from the initial topic exploration to the final submission of papers, theses, or reports. However, researchers often face difficulties effectively managing the vast amount of literature they gather. Poor citing of reference works, inconsistencies in reference citations, the use of different citation styles in theses and research papers, over-reliance on books or external assistance for citation accuracy, grueling hours spent in creating bibliographies, difficulty in finding exact web page links, and the ever-present issue of plagiarism are among the challenges researchers encounter. This paper addresses these challenges by presenting quick solutions through online technology. It will share best practices adopted by research mentors and introduce various freely available tools to assist researchers in managing references and overcoming writing issues encountered throughout the research journey.
Revolutionizing the Library Experience: A Closer Look at the Best Innovative Strategies and Technologies for Engaging Users and Enhancing Services
Elisa Vinco-Garcia, RL, MSLS, Ph.D.
Chief Librarian, JBLCF-Bacolod
In an era marked by the rapid advancement of technology and the increasing availability of digital content, libraries face new challenges in meeting their patrons’ changing needs and expectations. To remain relevant, libraries must adapt and employ innovative strategies and technologies to revolutionize the library experience. This article explores how libraries can leverage emerging technologies to enhance the user experience and provide more efficient services. It also draws on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) by Davis (1989) and the Diffusion of Innovations theory (Rogers, 2003) to understand the adoption and impact of these technologies.
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In-House Workshop on Citations and Referencing
Dr. Elisa V. Garcia, Chief Librarian, conducts Seminar-Workshop on Citations and Referencing on February 23, 2023 at the Main Library. Referencing covers literature search on online databases and Reference Management. The seminar is attended by the third year college students of College of Business Education spearheaded by Mrs. Darlene Sabandal, a research faculty. Students…
