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July 25, 2024
Sam Helmick chosen 2024-2025 American Library Association president-elect
The American Library Association Council decided on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Sam Helmick will be the 2024-2025 president-elect effective immediately.
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July 15, 2024
ALA Opens LibLearnX 2025 Call for Program Proposals
Submit an education program proposal for the 2025 LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience, taking place January 24-27, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona. The submission site is open now through August 12.
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July 9, 2024
New Public Library Technology Survey report details digital equity roles
Nearly half of libraries now lend internet hotspots; 95% offer digital literacy training CHICAGO — The Public Library Association (PLA) today published the 2023 Public Library Technology Survey report. The national survey updates emerging trends around...
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July 2, 2024
Hohl inaugurated 2024-2025 ALA president
Cindy Hohl, director of policy analysis and operational support at Kansas City (Mo.) Public Library, was inaugurated ALA President for 2024-2025 on Tuesday, July 2, at the ALA Annual Conference in San Diego.
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May 7, 2024
ALA partners with League of Women Voters to empower voters in 2024
The American Library Association and League of Women Voters today announced a new partnership to educate and empower voters in 2024.
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April 17, 2024
The TRANSFORMERS Are Ready to Roll Out for Library Card Sign-Up Month
The American Library Association (ALA) is teaming up with Skybound Entertainment and Hasbro to encourage people to roll out to their libraries with the TRANSFORMERS franchise, featuring Optimus Prime, as part of Library Card Sign-Up Month in September.
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More than half of 2023's most challenged books have LGBTQ themes
Avalon A. Ruby Selected as the 2024 Peter Lyman Memorial/SAGE Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association and SAGE are pleased to announce Avalon A. Ruby of Urbana, Illinois as the recipient of the 2024 Peter Lyman Memorial/SAGE Scholarship in New Media. Ruby believes that libraries are “focal points for storytelling’s various...
CHICAGO – The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends 313Reads, approving a resolution made by the Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL), an AASL Chapter. AASL annually recognizes outstanding programs, events, and...
American Library Association accredits University College London
For the first time ever, the American Library Association (ALA) Committee on Accreditation has granted accreditation to a program outside North America.
Kara J. Halden Selected as the 2024 David H. Clift Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the selection of Kara J. Halden of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, as the 2024 David H. Clift Scholarship recipient. The David H. Clift Scholarship was named for a former director of the American Library...
Call for ALA Committee Volunteers for 2025-2027
ALA Members are invited to volunteer for ALA standing committees for the 2025-2027 term. Serving on an ALA standing committee provides members with opportunities to: Gain valuable professional development and leadership experience Make an impact on key...
Accepting Applications for 2025 Class of ALA Emerging Leaders
The American Library Association (ALA) is now accepting applications for the 2025 class of Emerging Leaders (EL). Details on the program criteria can be found on the Emerging Leaders web page. The deadline to apply is Friday, September 6, 2024. Apply now...
George M. Farris Selected as the 2024 Tom and Roberta Drewes Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the selection of George M. Farris of Nettleton, Mississippi as the 2024 Tom and Roberta Drewes Scholarship recipient. The $3,000 scholarship is awarded to a library support staff worker who is...
Sydney Keith Selected as the 2024 Mary V. Gaver Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the selection of Sydney Keith of Smithville, Missouri as the 2024 recipient of the Mary V. Gaver Scholarship. The $3,000 scholarship was established to honor the memory of a past ALA president...
Core Webinar - Best of Core Forum: The First 90 Days; Real Life Tales of Transition
CHICAGO—Core hosts the webinar "Best of Core Forum: The First 90 Days; Real Life Tales of Transition" on September 24, 2024, at 1 p.m. CT. Twenty years ago, Michael D. Watkins published a best-selling book on leadership transitions, The First 90 Days...
Public Library Association expands digital literacy training funding opportunity, powered by AT&T
The Public Library Association (PLA) is pleased to announce expanded digital literacy funding opportunities and resources for public libraries, powered by a generous $2.7 million contribution from AT&T.
Sam Helmick chosen 2024-2025 American Library Association president-elect
The American Library Association Council decided on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Sam Helmick will be the 2024-2025 president-elect effective immediately.
Sarah Smith Selected as the 2024 Christopher Hoy/ERT Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the selection of Sarah Smith of Albuquerque, New Mexico as the 2024 Christopher Hoy/ERT Scholarship recipient. The scholarship was named for a long-time ALA staff member who directed the ALA...
New from ACRL - Spatial Literacy in Public Health: Faculty-Librarian Teaching Collaborations
CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “ Spatial Literacy in Public Health: Faculty-Librarian Teaching Collaborations,” edited by Laureen P. Cantwell-Jurkovic and Tammy Parece, a collection of ideas...
CHICAGO–Core is now accepting applications for the Online Course Scholarship for Library Professionals from Developing Countries to participate in our online Fundamentals courses held between September 11, 2024 and December 22, 2024. One free seat per...
Ana Soledad Santoyo Selected as the 2024 Julia J. Brody Public Librarian Scholarship Recipient
The American Library Association (ALA) is pleased to announce the selection of Ana Soledad Santoyo of Chicago, as the 2024 recipient of the Julia J. Brody Public Librarian Scholarship. The $4000 scholarship is awarded to individuals planning to specialize...
