ALA Executive Director Recuperating
But Unable to Travel
American Library Association Executive Director William R. Gordon is recuperating at home after surgery December 21 to install a heart pacemaker and defibrillator, but doctors have ruled out travel until at least February, so Gordon will not be attending the Association’s Midwinter Meeting in New Orleans January 18–23.
“One of the things that makes this recuperation more comfortable than it might otherwise be is the quality of ALA staff, led by senior management and Senior Associate Executive Director Mary Ghikas,” Gordon told American Libraries, adding that Ghikas will be carrying out many of his duties at the Midwinter Meeting and that he was confident the Association’s business will run smoothly during his absence.
Gordon said he was unsure when he would be able to return to work full time, since he is also being treated for other health problems. He is scheduled to retire August 31, and a search for his replacement is underway.
Posted January 14, 2002.
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