SJSU ALA Student Chapter (ALASC)

ALASC “In the Public Library” Trivia Night
2023-02-28 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online via Zoom
If you like books, trivia, or winning, you’re invited to the ALASC “In the Public Library” Trivia Night! Join us for an evening of little known facts, interesting tidbits, and sundry details about the books that you can find at your local library. There will be prizes* for the most knowledgeable and/or the best guessers and fun for everyone!
*Only currently enrolled SJSU iSchool students are eligible to receive prizes
Be sure to REGISTER HERE and we’ll see you on February 28th!

Connect Over Coffee - TGIF Edition
2023-03-10 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for an evening of networking and conversation with SJSU iSchool alumni. Take advantage of the opportunity to talk with those who have also taken INFO 200, 202, 203 & 204 AND survived their e-portfolios to go on to apply their LIS skills and knowledge in their careers. Whether you are just starting the program or are sweating out the comps on your e-port, bring your questions and your curiosity and meet with our great alumni!

Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdOqoqDMtHNYdxNsVPK3hK97mISqFVY-S

Inclusivity with ALA President Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada
2023-03-22 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzsv16xhS30

Please join the ALA Student Chapter on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:00pm for a special speaker event with our current ALA President Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada!
Register here: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpceutqjwuGdDmoNaboQxVactTenwseeWz
Lessa Kananiʻopua Pelayo-Lozada is the 2022-23 President of the American Library Association and Adult Services Assistant Manager at the Palos Verdes Library District in Southern California. She was the 2019-2022 Executive Director and 2016-2017 President of the Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA). In 2022 she received the American Library Association Elizabeth Futas Catalyst for Change Award and was named a Library Journal Mover & Shaker in the advocacy category. Much of her work focuses on advocating for equity, diversity, and inclusion in libraries and librarianship. She lives in San Pedro, California with her poet husband, Chrisitan Hanz Lozada and their menagerie of pets.

ALASC Career Development Workshop with Kim Dority
2023-04-12 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh4FuYiRN_k
Come join the ALA Student Chapter to learn about how you can prepare for interviews in public and academic libraries with our iSchool Career Consultant Kim Dority!
Kim Dority is the founder and president of Dority & Associates, an information strategy and content development company focusing on researching and writing print and online content to help advance client goals. During her career, she has worked in academia, publishing, telecommunications, and the library fields, in for-profit and nonprofit settings, for both established companies and start-ups.
As the career advisor to the School of Information at San José State University, Kim Dority focuses on highlighting the diversity of career opportunities available to iSchool students and sharing the strategies necessary to find or create those opportunities. Her responsibilities for the iSchool include expanding the career information available throughout the website’s Career Development section, managing the iSchool’s career-focused webcasts and podcasts, overseeing the annual MLIS at Work: A Snapshot of Job Postings report, and working directly with students on career questions or issues.
Register here: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdO6gqjgpEtIGa95biTHYTBD5PWnjtUX_

ALASC Book Circle - Deaf Republic
2023-04-26 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here:

Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbJt3J4rZoI
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYMdzkiqSD8

The ALASC is hosting a virtual book circle event on April 26 at 6:00-7:00 pm PT. Join us to celebrate Ukrainian-American poet and novelist Ilya Kaminsky and his book Deaf Republic. This is an opportunity for us to talk about Kaminsky’s poetry and share our reflections. You’re welcome to take part in the discussion or just observe and listen.
Register here: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpcOCrqTkrE9YnFzohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbJt3J4rZoIbGxmYGi93kwOYC6go

Connect Over Coffee Networking Event - Fall 2023
2023-10-25 18:00 - 19:00
Connect Over Coffee Virtual Networking Event
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter at San José State University
Wednesday, October 25, 2023, 6:00pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErf-yurjgoHNzq3VquKe8-ybksdYjAv0cL#/registration

The ALA Student Chapter invites you to attend a special networking event with librarians in the field on Wednesday, October 25th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Pacific Time! This is an opportunity to meet with working professionals to make connections, ask questions, and benefit from their advice. As MLIS graduates, they can offer a unique perspective on how to apply LIS skills in your career development.

ALASC Around-The-World Library Tour Event 2023
2023-11-15 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uOo0z-Wbmc

ALASC Around-The-World Library Tour Event 2023
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter at San José State University
Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 6:00 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td-ygrDgvE9AajdQ9y0Gbq1B0IvW1M0HB
Don’t miss out on this virtual tour around the world with the ALA Student Chapter! We will be visiting libraries across the globe, with our final destination at the Library of Congress, featuring our guest speaker past ALA Student Chapter Executive Committee member and 2023 LOC Junior Fellow, Sabrina Gunn!
Attendees will also have a chance to receive a custom-designed tote bag, courtesy of the SJSU Associated Students. More information will be provided on the day of the event. Please note that tote bags are available in VERY limited quantities, so we cannot guarantee that all attendees will receive the giveaway item.
We hope to see you there!

ALASC Spring 2024 Trivia Night: Book Adaptations Edition
2024-03-12 17:30 - 18:30
ALASC Spring 2024 Trivia Night: Book Adaptations Edition
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 @ 5:30 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIod-iprzsvEtekE6zrTt50cwICLLa717JO
Description:
The time you’ve been waiting for is here—another ALASC Trivia Night has arrived! Are you an enthusiast about book-to-media adaptations? Love to hate on them, or are they secretly your guilty pleasure to watch? Either way, if you think you know a thing or two about book adaptations, join us for a Jeopardy-style trivia showdown! There will be prizes* for the winners of this event and fun for everyone!

*only currently-enrolled SJSU iSchool students are eligible to win prizes
Be sure to register here and we’ll see you on March 12!

ALASC Connect Over Coffee - 30th Anniversary Edition
2024-03-25 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a momentous occasion as the San Jose State University (SJSU) ALA Student Chapter celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special Connect Over Coffee event on March 25th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM PST. This virtual gathering will feature a dynamic panel discussion with esteemed SJSU alumni, offering invaluable insights and reflections on three decades of excellence in the field of library and information science. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a current student, or a friend of the ALA community, this event provides a unique opportunity to connect, network, and celebrate the enduring legacy of our student chapter. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of history in the making—RSVP today to secure your spot and join us in commemorating this significant milestone!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlcuusqDIsG9YeOrH0F2CCwOYilyRTtAo6

About Our Alumni Guests

Jenn Roush
District Librarian and Assistant Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
Jenn Roush currently serves as the District Librarian and Assistant Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment for Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District. Jenn supports over twenty-five school library programs, including credentialed and classified staff. She is passionate about literacy and promoting a love of reading. She advocates for inclusive library materials and programs and collaborates with the local public libraries to support students and families.
Emily Espanol
Research & Learning Librarian
College of Pharmacy, Roseman University of Health Sciences
After graduating from SJSU in May 2023, Emily Espanol became a Research & Learning Librarian for the College of Pharmacy at Roseman University of Health Sciences. She climbed the ranks at Roseman, starting in 2021 as a Library Assistant and then Service Desk Manager before finishing her MLIS. She performs the normal tasks of an academic librarian, from instruction and collection development to struggling with imposter syndrome.
Allison L. Shaw
Online and Media Coordinator
Lipscomb University
Education:

Bachelor of Arts in English, Sacramento State University
Master of Library and Information Science, San Jose State University

Allison L. Shaw, online and media coordinator, comes to Lipscomb after 20 years’ experience with libraries; curriculum development; and professional, continuing, and online education with the Sacramento State College of Continuing Education and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. She looks forward to supporting students through online learning and terrific books. Newer to Nashville, the Shaw family enjoys the TN seasons; access to great music, theatre, and sports; and exploring tasty restaurants. Team Shaw has three teenagers attending Lipscomb Academy.
Kelly Duarte
Cataloging and Metadata Assistant
Chapman University
Kelly Duarte currently works at Chapman University as a Cataloging and Metadata Assistant and serves as an on-call Reference Librarian at the Beaumont Library District. She is a recent graduate from SJSU’s MLIS program and also has a B.A. in Creative Writing from UC Riverside.
Elizabeth Tapia
Adult Librarian
After teaching high school for four years, and seeing the need to improve student literacy, Elizabeth Tapia decided to pursue librarianship by becoming a middle school library technician full time, and enrolling in the SJSU MLIS program. Her experience as a teacher, middle school library technician, and public library children’s assistant in combination with the knowledge gained from this degree have prepared her to understand the needs of her community to connect them with valuable resources and services to help them fulfill their personal, professional, and academic endeavors. Today, she is an adult librarian and looking forward to highlighting their local history room, and creating programs that engage the adult community.

ALASC Spring 2024 Poetry Open Mic Night
2024-04-26 17:30 - 19:30
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv1EMNGUbb8

ALASC Spring 2024 Poetry Open Mic Night
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Friday, April 26, 2024 @ 5:30 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvd–gqDspGNC5ot0IeL9ZNrgQySc2l9A-
In honor of National Poetry Month, join ALASC for a poetry open mic night featuring your fellow SJSU iSchool students! The event will begin with a structured speaker lineup before the floor is opened to anyone wishing to step up and share their work. Come prepared with poems to share—whether they be funny, serious, cringe, or complex—or simply bring yourself, sit back, and listen to what others have to share. Everyone is invited for a night of creative connection and community-building!
Be sure to register here and we’ll see you on April 26!

ALASC & UXSG @ SJSU iSchool Present: The Importance of UX in Libraries
2024-09-09 18:30
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4JnK6qCF9A

What does User Experience (UX) mean when it comes to libraries? Come hear from librarians Michael Aguilar and Emily Espanol, along with SJSU iSchool graduate and former UXSG @ iSchool student group officer Hannah Nguyen, about how user experience has been part of their library journeys. Join us on September 9, 2024 @ 6:30 pm PT!

Please register in advance for this meeting (RSVP): https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoduyspjsrH9G7w6e5bSV7MXzKN9HOdOmC

ALASC Executive Committee Info Session
2024-09-24 17:30 - 18:30
The complete video recording of this past event can be found here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8PFfgYg_Kk

ALASC Executive Committee Info Session
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 @ 5:30 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuce2sqzsqHNDqCBQrgczmC2eCt6LfoedU#/
Curious what we really do here at ALASC? Want to know what it’s really like to be part of our Executive Committee, beyond the descriptions you read every time we hold an election? Then you’re in luck—bring your burning questions to this info session and meet members of our Executive Committee! We’ll tell you our unique journeys as part of this student organization, explain what our roles are really like, and provide reasons YOU should join our Executive Committee during this upcoming election cycle!

Register for the event via Zoom and we’ll see you on September 24! https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuce2sqzsqHNDqCBQrgczmC2eCt6LfoedU#/

ALASC Fall 2024 Connect Over Coffee Networking Event
2024-10-22 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7GTzYwYT-c

ALASC Fall 2024 Connect Over Coffee Networking Event
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 @ 6:00 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpcOigrD4iGNRA6bsVDtvL5j4BwSi825ow
ALASC cordially invites you to our semesterly Connect Over Coffee networking event, where SJSU alumni join us for a virtual Q&A session about their post-graduate career journeys. And in case you’re wondering—no, you do not have to drink coffee. Bring your coffee, bring your tea, or just bring yourself and your questions for our speakers! What tips and advice do they have to share with prospective and current students? What questions do you have for them about post-graduate life?
View speaker bios here: http://bit.ly/3ZCBSJ6
Register for the event on October 22 and let’s chat!
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpcOigrD4iGNRA6bsVDtvL5j4BwSi825ow

ALASC Fall 2024 Trivia Night
2024-10-29 17:30
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRem1SG3eBY

ALASC Fall 2024 Trivia Night
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 @ 5:30 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcocuusrjsiH9SWFITvk6r38mYb693xVl5G
The time you’ve been waiting for is here—another ALASC Trivia Night has arrived, just in time for spooky season! Do you have what it takes to outwit our thrills & chills? Or will you be too scared to succeed? If you think you could survive a horror movie, join us for a Jeopardy-style trivia showdown! (Even if you’d be scared witless and the first to die in a horror movie, you’re also invited to join us—if you dare!) There will be prizes* for the winners of this event and thrills for everyone!
*only currently-enrolled SJSU iSchool students are eligible to win prizes

Be sure to register here and we’ll see you on October 29!
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcocuusrjsiH9SWFITvk6r38mYb693xVl5G

ALASC Around the World Library Tour
2024-11-22 18:00 - 19:00
A complete video recording of this past event can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OkwPWC8Qr4

ALASC Fall 2024 Around the World Library Tour
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Friday, November 22, 2024 @ 6:00 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcuupqT8rHN0Lr1E-5E_RbMa3_FvfJ-Jd#/
ALASC cordially invites you to join us for our annual Around the World Library Tour! We will virtually “visit” some libraries across the globe and explore the innovative and exciting things they are up to. International librarian Loida Garcia-Febo will join us to discuss her work as a member of the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA), which includes her personal experience travelling to a number of libraries around the world. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn more about international librarianship and libraries!
View Loida’s bio here: https://bit.ly/loidabio

Register for the event on November 22 and let’s take a tour together! https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcuupqT8rHN0Lr1E-5E_RbMa3_FvfJ-Jd#/

Exploring Opportunities in Medical Librarianship
2025-02-18 18:00 - 19:00
UPDATE: Due to the current NIH public communications freeze the event, Exploring Opportunities in Medical Librarianship, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Join the San Jose State University ALA Student Chapter for an exciting virtual event featuring guest speakers from the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Region 5. Discover the vital role the NNLM plays in advancing health information, research, and access.
Our distinguished speakers, Outreach & Access Coordinator Liz Morris, and Executive Director, Kathryn Vela, will share their insights into the field of medical librarianship, discuss career pathways, and highlight the resources and programs that make the NNLM a cornerstone of health information.
This is a unique opportunity to learn about the intersection of librarianship and healthcare, gain professional advice, and explore the transformative impact of health information services. Whether you’re considering a career in medical librarianship or are simply curious about the field, this event is for you!
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/stCT-c8kQw2OqDtPb9inFA

2026-2027 ALA Presidential Candidates Speaker Panel
2025-02-24 18:30 - 19:30
2026-2027 ALA Presidential Candidates Speaker Panel
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Monday, February 24, 2025 @ 6:30 pm Pacific Time
Please register in advance for this meeting
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/EpaBTdrWTFuKH3UHzpCfuQ
Hello iSchool students! With the American Library Association (ALA)’s election to select the 2026-2027 ALA President coming up soon, the SJSU ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) is very fortunate to have all three presidential candidates joining us for this special panel to speak exclusively to our student body! This is your chance to get to know each candidate and decide who is your top pick to lead ALA in 2026-2027. Submit your questions in advance or bring them to the live event!
Voting for the 2025 ALA election will open on March 10, 2025 and run through April 2, 2025. You must be a registered member of ALA to vote.
Candidates:
-Andrea Jamison (https://www.andreajamison.com/)
-Lindsay Cronk (https://cronkthevote.com/)
-Maria McCauley (https://www.mariaforlibraries.com/)
Find more information about the upcoming ALA election here:
https://www.ala.org/aboutala/governance/alaelection

No Book Book Club Event
2025-03-11 17:30 - 18:30
Welcome to SJSU ALASC’s No Book Book Club! Attendees will have the chance to discuss books without the pressure of a monthly pick. We’ll chat about books we love, books we hate, upcoming releases, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with ALASC members and like-minded readers. Join our Goodreads group for more inspiration: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1262232-sjsu-alasc-no-book-book-club

Please register in advance for this meeting
Zoom Registration Links:
March 11th: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/MqlnEaXDTFWBuVf7qfMa-Q

The Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy Event
2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00
SLASC and ALASC Present: The Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation and Fantasy
Join us for an exciting journey into The Merril Collection, led by Lucas Emirzian from the Toronto Public Library. Explore over 85,000 items of science fiction, fantasy, and speculative fiction, including rare books, graphic novels, pulp magazines, and more. Learn how this remarkable collection preserves the legacy of speculative storytelling, from classic tales to fringe topics like UFOs and magic realism.
*This event will NOT be recorded.
Date/Time: March 13th, 2025, from 4:00-5:00pm (PDT)

Registration Link: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/S_Pu-H9pQC2DFTEuJgiN5Q

Connect over Coffee
2025-03-17 17:30 - 18:30
The ALA Student Chapter invites you to attend Connect over Coffee, a special networking event with iSchool alumni. This is an opportunity to meet with working professionals to make connections, ask questions, and benefit from their advice. As alumni, they can offer a unique perspective on how to apply your LIS skills in your career development.

Alumni panelists work at the following locations:

University of Southern California (USC) Law Library
University of California, Riverside Library
San Diego Public Library
Sequoia Unified School District
Stanford University Department of Special Collections
San Jose State University

Register here:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Di9nilcFQsyb4_37F0rCdQ

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Exploring Opportunities in Medical Librarianship: Insights from the Network of the National Library of Medicine
2025-04-07 18:00 - 19:00
UPDATE: The NNLM Region 5 grant has been terminated, and a stop work order has been received by our guests. Therefore, we must cancel our event “Opportunities in Medical Librarianship.” We apologize for any inconvenience.
Exploring Opportunities in Medical Librarianship: Insights from the Network of the National Library of Medicine
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Monday April 7, 2025 from 6-7pm pacific time
Please Register via Zoom: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/2ogKBKpfSuqpDMi9HRnWIQ
View Liz’s bio here
View Kathryn’s bio here
Full description:
The freeze has been lifted and we have rescheduled with our guests. Please join us for an exciting virtual event featuring guest speakers from the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) Region 5. Discover the vital role the NNLM plays in advancing health information, research, and access. Our distinguished speakers, Outreach & Access Coordinator Liz Morris, and Executive Director, Kathryn Vela, will share their insights into the field of medical librarianship, discuss career pathways, and highlight the resources and programs that make the NNLM a cornerstone of health information. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the intersection of librarianship and healthcare, gain professional advice, and explore the transformative impact of health information services. Whether you’re considering a career in medical librarianship or are simply curious about the field, this event is for you!

No Book Book Club Event
2025-04-22 17:30 - 18:30
Welcome to SJSU ALASC’s No Book Book Club! Attendees will have the chance to discuss books without the pressure of a monthly pick. We’ll chat about books we love, books we hate, upcoming releases, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with ALASC members and like-minded readers. Join our Goodreads group for more inspiration: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1262232-sjsu-alasc-no-book-book-club

Please register in advance for this meeting
Zoom Registration Links:
April 22nd: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/1LMnxzpVRbincdxZluYQwg

SPRING 2025 ALASC TRIVIA NIGHT
2025-04-25 17:30 - 18:30
Grab your wands, channel your inner archivist, and prepare for a night of enchantment and literary lore! Join us for Magic & Myth in the Stacks, a trivia night celebrating all things magical, and fantastical in literature and pop culture. From spellbooks and sorcerers to legendary libraries and mythical beasts, this event will put your knowledge of the magical realm to the test! There will be prizes* for the winners of this event!

*only currently-enrolled SJSU iSchool students are eligible to win prizes

Be sure to register here and we’ll see you on April 25!
Event Registration: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/ZgVQFuxJTDKoGGodM5ig2A

ALASC Spring 2025 Poetry Open Mic
2025-04-28 18:30 - 19:30
ALASC Spring 2025 Poetry Open Mic
Hosted by the ALA Student Chapter (ALASC) at San José State University
Monday, April 28, 2025 @ 6:30 pm Pacific Time
Register via Zoom:
https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/vFjKzSM0SdK_raEFRrmFZQ
In honor of National Poetry Month, join ALASC for a poetry open mic featuring your fellow SJSU iSchool students! The event will begin with a structured speaker lineup before the floor is opened to anyone wishing to step up and share their work. Come prepared with poems to share—whether they be funny, serious, cringe, or complex—or simply bring yourself, sit back, and listen to what others have to share. Everyone is invited for a night of creative connection and community-building!
ALASC’s first Poetry Open Mic Night from last spring is available for viewing here: https://youtu.be/Jv1EMNGUbb8

ALASC x AANHPI SG Game Night
2025-09-26 18:00 - 19:00
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/ddWgDMcgQc2HCYYVwCDLgg
ALASC and AANHPI SG presents a Discord Game Night! Join us on AANHPI’s Discord server for some online fun! Relieve your stress and share some laughs with trivia games, memes, AI and more! There’s a game for everyone. Register via Zoom (scan the QR code or follow the link) and hop on this call if you have any questions or need help navigating your way to the AANHPI Discord server.

No Book Book Club
2025-10-07 17:30 - 18:30
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/V4fwjrC4S4OhRVemORCZKA
ALASC invites you to our monthly No Book Book Club meeting. Get together to dish about your latest read! Share recommendations, get an honest review, or just stop by to listen. Everyone is welcome in our safe and inclusive space to respectfully discuss anything books! Register via the Zoom link!

Getting Hired in Libraries: Voices from the Profession
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:00
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/jFB51wVoTdapl7LNyyiNbA

Please join the ASIS&T and ALA Student Chapters on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 for a virtual panel discussion with guest librarians representing academic, law, and public libraries. Our panelists will share their insider perspectives on the hiring process, what employers look for in candidates, and how you can stand out in a competitive job market.

Whether you’re curious about crafting strong applications, preparing for interviews, or building skills that make you job-ready, this event will give you practical guidance to help you transition from graduate school to your professional career.
Panel Speakers:
Jessica Panella, University of Connecticut, School of Law Library
Jocelyn Kennedy, Farmington Public Libraries, Connecticut
Bernd Becker, San Jose State University Library

ALASC x AANHPI SG Game Night
2025-10-17 18:00 - 19:00
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/eFM-pb8qRjKzGfFeO3sEgg
ALASC and AANHPI SG presents a Discord Game Night! Join us on AANHPI’s Discord server for some online fun! Relieve your stress and share some laughs with trivia games, memes, AI and more! There’s a game for everyone. Register via the Zoom link!

Fall 2025 ALASC Connect Over Coffee Networking Event
2025-10-28 17:30 - 18:30
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/cVT0NUECSoOEsbgwdCyBbg

The ALA Student Chapter invites you to attend Connect over Coffee, a networking event with iSchool alumni. This is an opportunity to meet with working professionals to make connections, ask questions, and benefit from their advice. As alumni, they can offer a unique perspective on how to apply your LIS skills in your career development.
Alumni panelists:

Shannon Muir Broden–Creative Consultant for Digital Literacy
Sabrina Gunn–Digital Archivist, Stanford University
Cassy Lee–Art Teacher, Librarian, Artist

No Book Book Club
2025-11-12 17:30 - 18:30
Please register in advance for this meeting: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/NCZs82FFTU2NCp05VcaGXA
ALASC invites you to our monthly No Book Book Club meeting. Get together to dish about your latest read! Share recommendations, get an honest review, or just stop by to listen. Everyone is welcome in our safe and inclusive space to respectfully discuss anything books! Register via the Zoom link!
