Welcome to the SJSU ALASC!

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…

Get to Know ALASC Executive Committee Events Coordinator, Kelli Roisman! What inspired you to get into the library field? My admiration for librarians and the role libraries play as community spaces where everyone is welcome. Who are your personal heroes? Malala Yousafzai Greta Thunberg And all young activists everywhere who have the courage of their convictions. Who are your favorite…

We had a blast meeting many of you at this year's Student Group Meet and Greet. We had great representation from ALA, SLA, SAA, Reforma, ASIS&T, and many more. If you weren't able to attend... keep reading! Missed our Meet & Greet event on September 1? You can view the recording on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvY4VCJRf1g Our Fall  2021 iSchool…