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Annual Conference

TLA Groups

TLA's organizational structure is designed to be flexible in order to respond to changing member interests and needs.

Divisions

Representing the four different types of libraries: academic, public, school and special
  1. College and University Libraries Division
  2. Public Libraries Division
  3. Special Libraries Division
  4. Texas Association of School Librarians

Districts

10 regional districts offering education and networking opportunities.
  1. District 1
  2. District 2
  3. District 3
  4. District 4
  5. District 5
  6. District 6
  7. District 7
  8. District 8
  9. District 9
  10. District 10
  11. District Meetings

Round Tables

Organized around professional interests, reflecting the diverse interests of TLA members.
  1. Black Caucus Round Table
  2. Cataloging & Metadata Round Table
  3. Children’s Round Table
  4. Copyright Access Round Table
  5. Innovation and Technology Round Table
  6. Latino Caucus Round Table
  7. Library Friends Trustees Advocates Round Table
  8. Library Instruction Round Table
  9. Library Support Staff Round Table
  10. New Members Round Table
  11. Programming for Adults Round Table
  12. Queers and Allies Round Table
  13. Reference Information Services Round Table
  14. Retired Librarians Round Table
  15. Small Community Libraries Round Table
  16. Storytelling Round Table
  17. Supervision Management Administration Round Table
  18. Library Leadership Round Table
  19. Texas Authors and Illustrators Round Table
  20. Young Adult Round Table

Discussion Groups

Organized by interest or activity for the purpose of providing opportunities for informal dialogue.

Texas Council of Academic Libraries

A non-TLA affiliated association advancing the interests of independent and state supported college and university libraries.
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Every year in the fall, each of TLA’s 10 Districts holds a day-long meeting for local members, which is a fantastic opportunity for networking and learning.