Three ALA member leaders who have helped blaze the trail for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander library workers discussed with American Libraries their goals for the Association, their experiences with bigotry, and what libraries and library workers can do to counter hate. The three leaders are: Maria Taesil Hudson McCauley, director of libraries, … Continue reading Countering Anti-Asian Hate
Our online column Letters of the Law explores a wide range of legal issues that arise in libraries, with the help of a pair of leading authorities: Mary Minow, a librarian who became a lawyer, and Tomas A. Lipinski, a lawyer who became a librarian. Together they have authored four books on the subject, including … Continue reading How Much of a Threat Are Copyright Trolls?
As representatives of the first generation of college graduates in our families, we face a distinct set of challenges entering grad school. Mercedes comes from a working-class family; both her parents held positions in manufacturing; Nicki’s parents pursued jobs in industries that did not require a college degree. Our parents encouraged and supported our decisions … Continue reading Starting a New Legacy
Milwaukee (Wis.) Public Library promoted Joan Johnson to director in September 2020.
Edward Talbert, 96, the first African American Area branch librarian in the D.C. Public Library System, died December 9, 2019. An ALA member for 68 years, he also worked at Prince George’s County (Md.) Memorial Library until his 1984 retirement.
As honorary chair of National Library Week, April 4–10, Portman is highlighting the role that libraries, librarians, and library workers play in serving their communities, especially during challenging times. Portman spoke with American Libraries about her love of reading, her new picture book for kids, and what libraries mean to her and her family. You … Continue reading Newsmaker: Natalie Portman
Katherine Donaldson, social science/education librarian at the University of Oregon Libraries, was promoted to associate librarian in July 2020.
Franny Gaede, head of digital scholarship services at the University of Oregon Libraries, was promoted to associate librarian in July 2020.
Danielle Mericle, curator of visual materials at the University of Oregon Libraries, was promoted to senior librarian in July 2020.
Angus Nesbit, law reference librarian at the University of Oregon Libraries, was promoted to senior librarian in July 2020.
Miriam Rigby, social sciences librarian at the University of Oregon Libraries, was promoted to senior librarian in July 2020.
Genifer Snipes, business and economics librarian at the University of Oregon, was promoted to associate librarian in July 2020.
