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2024 Scholarships that Support Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion  Equity, accessibility, and inclusion are concepts that are based on the understanding that some people have starting points in life that may not be the same as others. Social, mental, physical, and financial disadvantages may pose challenges that prevent students from seeking higher education. Fortunately, the ALA and its affiliates acknowledge these…

Welcome new and returning iSchool students to the Spring 2024 Semester! ALASC is thrilled to announce the theme of the semester–accessibility and equity. Libraries have long been regarded as beacons of knowledge and community hubs, welcoming individuals from various walks of life. At their core, libraries champion equal access to information, resources, and opportunities. Our commitment to accessibility is rooted…

Last Wednesday, November 15th, Events Co-coordinator Eori Tokunaga took us on a thrilling international library tour, where we visited awe-inspiring libraries such as the Toronto Public Library in Canada, Tianjin Binhai Library in China, and the Centro de Fotografía de Montevideo in Uruguay. We've learned how adventurous our participants are in mentioning some of their favorite libraries around the world…