In Memoriam: Vivian Hewitt
Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt, the first African-American president of SLA (1978-1979) and a member of the SLA Hall of Fame (1984), a Dame of the Venerable Order of St. John, […] Read More »
Conference Stipend is Latest Honor for SLA Member
Although she just received her master’s degree in library and information science last month, Dymond Bush has been making a mark on librarianship since she began transitioning into the field […] Read More »
In Memoriam: Anne Caputo
Anne Spencer Caputo, who directed learning programs at media and information organizations for several years and served as president of the Special Libraries Association in 2010, died April 1 in […] Read More »
In Memoriam: Donna Scheeder
Donna Wills Scheeder, who held leadership posts in the Library of Congress, led SLA as president in 2000-2001, and generously gave back to her profession as a presenter at industry […] Read More »
New Skills, Helpful Mentors, and an ‘Awesome Deed’
Where does value lie in an association? SLA, like all associations, must continually ask this question of its members so it can adjust its programs, services, and other offerings to […] Read More »
Papers and Posters Reflect Diverse Interests of SLA Members
Stacey Wahl had planned to be in Charlotte, North Carolina, last year to present a paper at the SLA 2020 Annual Conference. Instead, she’ll be in Charlotte next year, reaping […] Read More »
‘Relentless Curiosity’ Drives Dana Award Recipient
When John Cotton Dana, SLA’s founder and first president, became Denver’s first librarian, he pushed for the right to allow patrons to browse the stacks themselves rather than ask librarians […] Read More »
‘Generosity of Spirit’ Marks Hall of Fame Inductees
A hall of fame—whether in a sport, a profession, the arts, or any other endeavor—generally honors exceptional achievements and contributions. The two information professionals being inducted into SLA’s Hall of […] Read More »
Fellows’ Diverse Interests Reflect Singular Passion
Being named a Fellow of the Special Libraries Association is a high honor, but one that comes with strings attached: It entails an obligation to advise SLA’s Board of Directors […] Read More »
New Rising Stars Primed to Make Lasting Impact
Being named a “rising star” can sometimes create a burden of expectations that weighs down even the most talented of people. The two information professionals who are receiving SLA’s Rising […] Read More »
