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The Washington Library Association leads, advocates, educates, and connects.
2025 ALD/ACRL-WA & ACRL-OR Conference
Present with us on Friday, October 17 at Lower Columbia College at the 2025 ALD/ACRL-WA and ACRL-OR Conference!
The theme of the conference, Leading from Our Values will dive into what it means to lead from intention, authenticity, and purpose. Our committee selected the theme to challenge us to consider how values—both organizational and personal—inform how we teach, research, collaborate, advocate, and lead, from every role in an academic library and every stage of a career. We will explore the ways we shape these values and how values shape our work in turn, even while facing pressure to compromise. By identifying and centering our values in these conversations, we'll be able to re-calibrate our compass and find our path forward.
This committee welcomes proposals on any topic relevant to academic libraries that incorporate this theme through case studies and other forms, particularly proposals that are rooted in practical, daily workplace experiences.
The conference is accepting both in person sessions and pre-recorded, asynchronous sessions.
You may view more information and submit a proposal here. Proposals are due July 15.
Seeking ELAC Representative
WLA is seeking a representative to the Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) of Washington State. Applications are due by Friday, June 20. All applicants will be notified of their status no later than Wednesday, June 25.
The ELAC Representative is:
- Advisory, Non-board position, appointed by the WLA President
- Serves a term of two years; the representative may be appointed for one additional year
- A member of WLA
The Legislature created Department of Early Learning’s (DEL) Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) in 2007. The Council plays a pivotal role in the early learning system as an advisory body to DEL on statewide early learning issues that contribute to the ongoing efforts of building a comprehensive system of quality early learning programs and services for Washington’s young children and families.
2025 Book Award Winners
We are excited to announce the 2025 Book Award winners! Please find a list of the 2025 winners below:
WCCPBA: Flat Cat by Tara Lazar, illustrated by Pete Oswald (Penguin Random House)
Sasquatch: Muhammad Najem, War Reporter by Muhammad Najem and Nora Neus, illustrated by Julie Robine (Little, Brown Ink)
OTTER: The Skull by Jon Klassen (Candlewick)
Towner: Dogs: A History of Our Best Friends by Lita Judge (Abrams)
Visit our book award webpage to view the winner announcement videos!
