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Meet the AASL Staff    

Below is a listing of current AASL staff with information about their responsibilities.

Program Coordinator, Governance & Finance Jonna Ashley Ext. 4382

Jonna is responsible for the governance and financial aspects of AASL. Jonna provides support for the AASL Board of Directors and Committees which includes assisting with committee appointments, arranging meetings, and writing minutes. She is also the staff liaison to the Affiliate Assembly. As finance coordinator, Jonna processes incoming and outgoing checks, member reimbursements, and assists Julie with budget development and monitoring.

When not at work, Jonna is usually found on her yoga mat. She also enjoys cooking, attempting the odd art project, and lavishing attention on her spoiled French bulldog.

Manager, Communications Stephanie Book Ext. 4389

Stephanie's primary responsibility is to manage and develop communication strategy for the division. Stephanie also has direct responsibility for AASL's publication program and coordinates the marketing and promotion of division programs, products, events and services to increase awareness, participation and sales.

When not working at AASL, Stephanie is a wedding and portraiture photographer and an independent documentary filmmaker. As often as possible she spends her free time taking advantage of the camping and activities available in the neighboring Wisconsin wilderness.

Deputy Executive Director Allison Cline Ext. 4385

Allison is responsible for the day-to-day management of the division, including personnel and member relations. Allison oversees the implementation and monitoring of the strategic plan and the Longitudinal Study (School Libraries Count!) and development of the study's on-line tool.

"When not at work...I take advantage of the Midwest seasons - football falls, reading and fireplace winter, biking springs and lakefront summers.  This of course is whenever my dog is not telling me what to do."

Manager/Editor Meg Featheringham Ext. 1396

Meg is responsible for the development and production of the AASL journal, Knowledge Quest, and the AASL monthly e-newsletter Hotlinks. She also serves as staff liaison to the member editors of AASL's online research journal, School Library Research.

When not working at AASL, Meg enjoys playing euchre, attending concerts and plays, spending time with family and friends, and reading (of course).

Manager, Web Communications Jennifer Habley Ext. 4383

Jen manages the AASL website, writes press releases, and oversees AASL's web 2.0 tools (wikis, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, ALA Connect).  She also serves as staff liaison to several committees including the Standards and Guidelines Implementation Task Force which manages the Learning4Life implementation plan.

When not working Jen spends time researching her family tree, reading almost anything she can get her hands on, watching hockey, and being bossed around by her kitties.

Manager, Professional Development Melissa Jacobsen Ext. 4381

Melissa manages the development of AASL’s educational programs. She oversees the educational elements of the National Conference, the Fall Forum national institute, AASL e-Academy online courses, Licensed Institutes and AASL’s representation at the ALA Annual and Midwinter Conferences. Melissa also manages AASL's awards program, which culminates each year in a luncheon at Annual Conference honoring that year’s winners.

"When not at work, I am creating baubles for family and friends… and, sometimes, myself!"

Meetings Manager Neela Johnston Ext. 1393

As meeting planner, Neela's overall responsibility lies in the management of the national conference, the national institute, and AAL's presence at ALA conferences. Her duties include budgeting, overall planning, onsite logistics and oversight of registration, events, housing and exhibits. She is also responsible for site selection for future conferences.

"When not at work, I am either hanging with my family and awesome 6 year old son, volunteering at his kindergarten school in the library, cooking new dishes, or traveling! I rarely sit down and like to keep busy!"

Executive Director Julie Walker Ext. 4388

As a non-voting member of both the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee, Julie serves as the primary liaison to these groups. She works with other program supervisors -- Deputy Director, Manager of Communications, Manager of Professional Development -- to ensure that staff liaisons provide knowledgeable, efficient and timely service to those who serve as chairs of AASL committees and task forces. Julie also serves as staff liaison to the NCATE Coordinating Committee and works closely with the AASL Alliance for Association Excellence.

"When not working…I’m exploring Chicago on foot and, at least once a year, other countries --- also on foot!"

Whom do I contact about . . .?    

Contact information by service, listed alphabetically.

AASL Books & Publications
Stephanie Book  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4389

Advertising
AASL Hotlinks & Knowledge Quest

Awards
Meg Featheringham  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4381

Electronic Discussion Lists
Jennifer Habley  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4383

Hotlinks (general inquiries)
Meg Featheringham (800) 545-2433, ext. 1396

Knowledge Quest (general inquiries)
Meg Featheringham (800) 545-2433, ext. 1396

Learning4Life
Jennifer Habley  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4383

Mailing List Rental
Maribeth Chapman (ALA) (800) 545-2433, ext. 2460

Membership Inquiries
Member & Customer Service (ALA) (800) 545-2433, ext. 4284

Professional Development (AASL National Conference, preconferences, workshops, institutes, online seminars)
Melissa Jacobsen  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4381

School Libraries Count! Longitudinal Survey
Allison Cline (800) 545-2433, ext. 4385

Subscriptions (Knowledge Quest)
ALA Subscriptions Department   (800) 545-2433, ext.5; fax: (312) 944-2641

Website
Jennifer Habley  (800) 545-2433, ext. 4383

Contact Information    

American Association of School Librarians (AASL)
American Library Association
50 East Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611-2795

Telephone: (312) 280-4382 | Toll free: 1 (800) 545-2433, ext. 4382
Fax: (312) 280-5276
E-mail: aasl@ala.org | Web: http://www.aasl.org
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday