Meet ALASC's Co-Chair/Webmaster, Sadie Davenport! What inspired you to get into the library field? My mom! She heard about the MLIS degree and told me about it at least four times before I really thought about it. I'm really glad I listened to her! After I applied to the program, I read about what SJSU MLIS alumni have done with their degrees…
Please join us for our annual Banned Books Trivia Night on Thursday, 9/30, 6:30 pm PT! ALASC is hosting a trivia extravaganza to celebrate our freedom to read during Banned Books Week. We’re going to have a lot of fun testing your knowledge and learning more about the history of banned and challenged books. Top winners will receive $5 gift…
Since 1987, Library Card Sign-up Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year. During the month, the American Library Association and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs-up for their own library card. Throughout the school year, public librarians and library staff will assist parents and caregivers with saving hundreds of dollars…
Want to earn valuable experience serving on an ALA committee for the 2022-2024 term? The deadline is fast approaching. Read on to find out more! Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada, American Library Association (ALA) President-Elect, encourages members to lead together for change with her by volunteering to serve on ALA, Council, and Joint committees for the 2022-2024 term (beginning July 1, 2022).…
Want to network with fellow students, discover the latest work produced by your peers, and possibly win an award? SJSU’s College of Professional and Global Education is pleased to host the Online Student Conference taking place on February 15-18, 2022. The Conference is an opportunity to share a school project or work experience by creating a brief video presentation. There…