ACL champions librarians and the amazing work they do to serve their institutions, patrons, and make a difference in the librarian field and ACL! Below are several ways ACL celebrates librarians.

Member of the Month

ACL turns the spotlight on members to highlight how they are making a difference and how they have benefited from ACL membership. This is an opportunity for ACL members to share their stories with colleagues, inspire future librarians, and strengthen awareness of the profession and association. Consider nominating another member or yourself by clicking the button below.

NOMINATE MEMBER OF THE MONTH   MEMBER OF THE MONTH ARCHIVES

7/2024 – Max Burson

2024Member of the Month
Max is retired from Friends University in Wichita, KS where he served as Library Director and Public Services Librarian. Max has been a member of ACL since 1996. Over his years as an ACL member he has attended many ACL Annual Conferences and has served as a mentor.
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ACL Awards

Our member-driven association stands on the accomplishments of its volunteers. Below are various ways we choose to recognize these outstanding individuals.

2022 Rhoda Palmer

Emily Russel Award

Left to Right: Vanessa Washburn, Lexie Hobby, Kris Ann Hudson, Rebekah Gryskiewicz, Nicolas de Freitas

ACL Award for Excellence in Innovation

2023 Lifetime Service

Lifetime Service Award

Beth Purtee

Barbara K. Nelson Christian Periodical Indexer of the Year Award

Erin McCoy

Volunteer of the Year Award

Kari Siders

Spirit of ACL Award