These days, the future seems in flux and change seems to be the only constant. I am not only referring to our political world! With the ALSC and YALSA merger around the corner, things are changing fast. It makes me long for a Magic 8 Ball that can really predict the future!
However, there is one thing we can always be sure of… ALSC + YALSA will always need great people to stand for election. If you think running for ALSC president or board is in your future, let us know! For the 2027 Ballot, we are seeking members to stand for the following positions:
- ALSC Board of Directors member (3 open seats)
- ALSC Vice President/President-Elect (1 open seat)
If you are interested in being considered for the 2027 ballot, we invite you to fill out our Informal Nomination Form as soon as possible. Know someone who would make a great president or board member? You can nominate them! There is no obligation to run if you complete the form, but it is a great way to let us know you want to learn more. Questions about roles, time commitments, or more? Feel free to reach out to me at rpaynenyc@gmail.com!
Are you a YALSA member considering standing for election? You must be an ALSC member in
good standing to be included on the 2027 slate. After the dissolution of YALSA on August 31, 2026,
any active YALSA memberships will automatically convert to an ALSC membership. When it is time
to renew your membership, you will renew as a member of the newly reunified division. See the
Reunification FAQ for answers to more of your questions.
So put down the Magic 8 Ball and complete the Informal Nomination Form to learn more about
standing for election! Staying active and involved is my personal coping strategy when I am anxious
about the future. And watch this space for future blog posts where you will hear from past ALSC
leaders about the many gifts service offers.
Today’s blog post was written by Rachel G. Payne, Co-Chair of the Nominating Committee. Currently, she is coordinator of early childhood services at Brooklyn (NY) Public Library. She can be reached at rpaynenyc@gmail.com.