Middletown, CT – October 1, 2026: Choice announces the tenth publication in a series of white papers designed to provide actionable intelligence around topics of importance to the academic library community. The paper, “The Optimized Library: Prescriptive...
The American Library Association (ALA) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) are currently accepting applications for the AIA/ALA 2027 award which honors the best in library architecture and design. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The American Library Association and American Association of School Librarians endorsed the bicameral Quality Educator Partnership Act (S.5549 / H.R.10530).
CHICAGO — As homelessness increases across the UK and in other parts of the world, public libraries, as one of the only places in society in which one can exist without the expectation of paying for the privilege, have become a key safe space for homeless...
CHICAGO — Published by Facet Publishing and available through the ALA Store, “ International School Librarianship: Advice and Stories from Around the Globe” collects the advice and stories of experienced and award-winning librarians from around the world...
The Public Library Association (PLA) seeks responses to the 2026 Public Library Technology Survey. This unique national survey focuses on resources, training, staff, and funding related to technology access.
AASL Announces Relaunch of AASL Standards Web Portal The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) today announced the relaunch of the AASL Standards web portal, providing school librarians and their learning communities with an enhanced digital...
CHICAGO — Exacerbated by the effects of austerity and cuts to public services, countries across the world are experiencing a crisis in the provision of care for children and young people. Wars, famine, and environmental disaster have led to an increase in...
The Core Leadership Development & Mentoring Committee is now recruiting mentors and mentees for the 2026-2027 cohort of the Core Leadership Mentoring Program . This program connects Core members who are established leaders or mid- to advanced-career...
Bess Kalb (Buffalo Fluffalo series) and Tony Weaver, Jr. (Weirdo), have been named honorary chairs for Banned Books Week 2026 (October 4–10, 2026). They will be joined by youth honorary chairs Marshall Romero and Azeemah Sadiq.
CHICAGO – Acting upon resolutions submitted by the Washington Library Association School Library Division (WLA-ScLD), the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends the Washington State Library for sustained support of school...
