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!
Category: Elections
Standing for Election 2026-27 ALSC Board of Directors
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, today’s blog post consists of statements from three of the candidates standing for election to the 2026-27 ALSC Board of Directors. Six candidates are on the ballot, three candidates will be elected. All candidates submitted a written statement. All six candidates submitted a written statement. Today’s post consists of statements from ALSC Board of Directors’ candidates Heather Love Beverley, Deadra (Dee) O. Brown, and Ramona Caponegro. Yesterday’s post includes statements from Board of Directors’ candidates Renee Ting, Matthew Layne, and Allie Stevens Gosselink.
Standing for Election 2026-27 ALSC Board of Directors
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, today’s blog post consists of statements from three of the candidates standing for election to the 2026-27 ALSC Board of Directors. Six candidates are on the ballot, three candidates will be elected. All candidates submitted a written statement. Today’s post consists of statements from ALSC Board of Director candidates Renee Ting, Matthew Layne, and Allie Stevens Gosselink. Tomorrow’s post will include statements from Heather Love Beverley, Deadra (Dee) O. Brown, and Ramona Caponegro.
Lisa Gangemi Kropp – 2026-27 ALSC Vice President/President Elect Candidate
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, the blog posts for yesterday and today consist of statements from the candidates for 2026-27 ALSC Vice President/President Elect; one to be elected. Both candidates submitted a written statement. Today’s statement is from Lisa Gangemi Kropp; yesterday’s statement was from Danielle Jones. Vice President/President Elect Candidate: Lisa Gangemi Kropp I have gained much professionally over the past 20 years from my involvement in ALSC. I am standing for election as President-Elect to be an active participant as the reunification of ALSC and YALSA begins, so that fifty years from now, library workers serving youth will have a strong professional organization throughout their careers.
Danielle Jones – 2026-27 ALSC Vice President/President Elect Candidate
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, the blog posts for this morning and tomorrow morning consist of statements from the candidates for 2026-27 ALSC Vice President/President Elect; one to be elected. Both candidates submitted a written statement. Today’s statement is from Danielle Jones; tomorrow’s statement is from Lisa Gangemi Kropp. Vice President/President Elect Candidate: Danielle Jones I am honored to run for ALSC Vice President / President Elect. My candidacy is driven by a deep appreciation for the positive impact of libraries and staff on young people. My active membership in both ALSC and YALSA has provided invaluable professional growth and community. We are at a critical juncture with the planned reunification of ALSC and YALSA. My active involvement in both gives me a unique perspective and commitment to ensuring a successful transition, prioritizing both children and teens and the professionals who…
Standing for Election 2026-27 ALSC Board — Division Councilor candidate
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, today’s blog post consists of a statement from the Division Councilor candidate, Kirby McCurtis, who is standing for election to the 2026-27 ALSC Board of Directors.
Standing for Election: 2025-26 New-to-ALSC Board of Directors
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, today’s’s blog post consists of statements from the two candidates standing for election to the ALSC New-to-ALSC Board of Directors. In this position, there are two candidates; one to be elected.
Standing for Election 2025-26 ALSC Board of Directors
In an effort to help ALSC members make an informed decision before they vote, today’s blog post consists of statements from the two candidates standing for election to the 2025-26 ALSC Board of Directors; one candidate will be elected. Both candidates submitted a written statement.