Together26 update: Call for contributions and Rylands award nominations now open
19 Mar 2026
Together26, The University of Manchester Library Annual Conference | Wednesday, 10 June 2026, 9-5pm | Renold Innovation Hub, Sister
Thank you to everyone that has already signed up via Eventbrite to attend this year’s conference. If you still need to book your place you have until 5pm on Friday, 10 April 2026.
The Together26 Planning Team are now ready to receive your proposals to present your work at the conference well as hearing who you want to nominate for this year’s Rylands awards.
You can see a description of the different types of presentations we’re looking for this year on the Together26 pages on the Library intranet.
1. Submit a proposal to present your work at the conference
We’d love to hear from you if you have an idea for a:
- Focus on… presentation (10 minutes)
- Breakout session (60 minutes)
- Digital presentation
- Poster presentation
We will share digital presentations with Library staff in the weeks leading up to the conference, as well as at the conference itself.
The deadline for proposals is 5pm on Friday, 17 April 2026 and we will be in touch by the end of April to confirm your contribution.
2. Nominate a colleague or Library Team for an award
‘The Rylands’ return this year so we can once again recognise the exceptional levels of service and innovation at the Library.
The deadline for nominations is 5pm on Friday, 17 April 2026.
If you have any questions or want to talk through your proposal, please get in touch with Michelle or Hannah.