Strengthening Libraries and Education through Collaboration

The Orbis Cascade Alliance is a library consortium serving academic libraries in the Pacific Northwest of the United States.

The Alliance runs a shared library management system and discovery interface, works on collective purchasing, facilitates access to unique and local collections, and coordinates resource sharing for our members.

Learn more: About the Alliance

Spring 2026 News

The Spring 2026 newsletter highlights NWCCU and regional accreditation, Alliance resources for accessibility, Online Northwest 2026, and plans for ICOLC Americas 2027.

Generative AI Training Course

This free self-paced course written by Alliance member staff covers the basics, challenges, ethics, assessment, and tips for effective use of generative AI tools.