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Embracing Opportunity: One Member’s Journey into Volunteering

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For many members, the first step into becoming more engaged in the Texas Library Association begins with a simple “yes.” That was the case for TLA President Valerie Prilop, whose […]

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Two TLA Members Share Top Resources and Tools for Serving Bilingual Communities

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In the May episode of the Libraries Transform Texas podcast, two Texas Library Association members, Carolyn Slavin, a bilingual librarian at Reed Elementary in Leander ISD, and Carmen Lazo Tyler, […]

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Why Membership Matters: Giving Back to the Profession and Each Other

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What does it mean to be a member of the Texas Library Association, particularly in today’s library landscape? For TLA President Valerie Prilop, it’s about community, connection, and the chance […]

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Navigating TLA: Why Updating Your Member Profile Helps You Stay Informed

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It’s membership renewal time! Whether you are renewing or have already renewed your membership, keeping your member profile up-to-date in the Members Online portal ensures you receive tailored resources and […]

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Between the Lines: October Member Spotlight

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Abigail Glasser Youth Services Librarian Austin Public Library – Windsor Park Branch What inspired you to become a librarian? I was at a pre-wedding event for one of my friends, […]

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Between the Lines: August Member Spotlight

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Armando Loera Coordinator of Library Services El Paso ISD What inspired you to become a librarian? I was inspired to become a librarian by a librarian I worked with. She […]

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Between the Lines: July Member Spotlight

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Michael Contreras Director of Library Services Anthony Hunt Library at Howard College What inspired you to become a librarian? I have loved the library since I was a child. I […]

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Between the Lines: June Member Spotlight

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Alexandra Cornejo Lead Librarian of Secondary Schools/Library Media Specialist Harlingen School of Health Professions, Harlingen CISD What inspired you to become a librarian? My fondest childhood memories are from the […]

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