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Congratulations to the recipients of the ALAO Continuing Education Grant

Congratulations to the recipients of the ALAO Continuing Education Grant The continuing education grant is awarded each year to support the cost of participating in professional development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and seminars, which are related to the member’s … Continue reading

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Interest Group News

STEM Interest Group News STEM Interest Group – Co-chair Update There’s been a recent, unforeseen change to the STEM Interest Group leadership. Our 2024-2026 co-chair has resigned due extenuating circumstances. Our in-coming co-chair for 2025-2027, Nathanael Davis, at Cedarville University, has graciously agreed to begin … Continue reading

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Announcement of Conference Grants for the ALAO Annual Conference 

Are you thinking about writing a proposal or getting funding to attend the 51st ALAO Annual conference? ALAO offers grants that may support you! The Student Support Grant provides one free registration for a student or recent graduate. The Support … Continue reading

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People & Library News

ACRL Instruction Section Requests Your Feedback! The ACRL Instruction Section/Information Literacy in the Disciplines committee is charged with maintaining a library guide that contains links and citations to information literacy standards and curricula developed by accrediting agencies, professional associations, and … Continue reading

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President’s Report

As we approach the holiday season I hope we all get a little time to reflect on the past year and look ahead to future endeavors. Wishing everyone the best in the new year! ALAO 2024 Conference Recap The 50th … Continue reading

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Past President’s Report

The Awards ceremony at the Annual Conference is always a highlight!  What a wonderful opportunity to showcase the fantastic work and accomplishments of our members!  Here’s a recap of the 2024 scholarship, grant and award recipients: ALAO 2024-2025 Awards The … Continue reading

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VP/President Elect Report

The ALAO 2025 Conference will take place at the OCLC Headquarters in Columbus, Ohio on November 6-7, 2025.  The call for conference proposals will be going out in early 2025.  The conference planning committee is currently being assembled. Please reach … Continue reading

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Remembering Heidi Gauder

On behalf of the UD Libraries, I am sad to share the news of Heidi Gauder’s passing. Heidi joined the University Libraries in 1998 and had served in her role as coordinator of research and instruction since 2008. Heidi was … Continue reading

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Membership Report

The current membership of ALAO includes a total of 266 members consisting of 228 regular members, 5 retiree members, and 33 student members. We are excited to welcome new members who joined between August 30, 2024 and November 22, 2024. … Continue reading

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Interest Group and Committee News

Diversity Committee News ALAO values diversity in its membership, in the profession, and in future library professionals.  And for that reason, we are pleased to offer a $1,500 scholarship to a promising student enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLS program who … Continue reading

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