CULD

As a member of TLA’s College and University Libraries Division (CULD), you have access to a strong network of academic librarians across the state. CULD offers extensive programming at the TLA Annual Conference, including Contributed Papers sessions which provide academics and graduate students a peer-reviewed forum to present their current research. Members also have access to the CULD listserv to facilitate communication and professional support.

CULD Social at TLA 2025

Join us for the second annual CULD Social at TLA 2025! 🎉
Last year’s social was such a hit that we’re doing it again! Network, enjoy sliders, and connect with your CULD-E-SAC neighbors!

This is a ticketed event, so be sure to register now by adding it to your conference registration. It can be found under the “Socials & Receptions” section.

When: Wednesday, April 2 from 4:30 PM – 6 PM at the OMNI Dallas Hotel
Cost: $10 for TLA Members, $20 for non-members, and TLA student members are $5.
Questions? Contact Alex Riggs, Kelly Hoppe, or Kerri Foley.

Melody Kelly CULD Support Staff Stipend for TLA Conference

CULD offers a registration cost stipend award to assist one division member in a support staff position with registration at the Texas Library Association Annual Conference. The purpose of the stipend is to encourage support staff membership in TLA and CULD. Applications due February 11, 2025.

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Get Involved!

Join one of the CULD committees or volunteer to help on their projects. Volunteering is an opportunity to show your support for academic libraries and meet librarians from across the Lone Star State.

Volunteer
       Learn more here!
Apply for a stipend sponsored by CULD

Executive Board

Alexia Riggs, Chair 2024-2025
Kelly M. Hoppe, Chair-Elect 2024-2025
Kerri Foley, Secretary/Treasurer, 2024-2025
Jacob Sherman, Councilor, 2022-2025
Elizabeth Sanders, Alternate Councilor, 2023-2026
David Baca, Past-Chair, 2024-2025

Committees

Unit Liaison Public

Unit Liaison School

Unit Liaison Special