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Annual Conference

New Members Round Table

Supports new librarians in the profession and acquaints them with TLA.

About the Round Table

Welcome to the New Members Round Table (NMRT)! If you are new to the library profession, with ten years or less as a Texas Library Association (TLA) member, we are the group for you. You may begin building your professional network as well as develop your leadership potential by serving on NMRT or other TLA groups or participating in our activities.

NRMT Purpose and Objectives:

  • To bring together new librarians, library staff, or new TLA members for orientation to the scope and potentialities of the profession
  • To acquaint them with the structure, purpose, and resources of TLA
  • To promote a greater sense of responsibility among the newer members of TLA for the development of library service and librarianship in Texas.

Officers

  • Chair 2026-2027: Kimberly Gay
  • Past-Chair 2025-2026: Marissa Criswell
  • Chair-Elect: OPEN
  • Secretary/Treasurer: Ren Ford
  • Councilor 2024-2027: OPEN
  • Councilor-Alternate: Kara Cooper
  • Web Administrator: Megan Colvin
  • Executive Board Liaison: Wenndy Pray
To stay informed about what is happening in TLA and especially the New Members Round Table, set up your TLA Engage account  as soon as possible. The TLA distribution list has expired since October 1, 2021.
TLA Engage
This is TLA’s new online communication platform.  To get the most out of our new member platform, view our Getting Started video where we cover how to log in, set up your password, update your profile, and set your email preferences.

Career Resources
Resources related to library careers, MLIS programs, and the TLA Career Center may be found here.  There are also tools for employers on recruiting and retaining librarians.

TLA Professional Development
Continuing education opportunities for professionals are offered at any career level.  Explore and learn about the TLA leadership and management programs such as TALL Texans, Launch, and Executive Leadership Immersion.  There are also courses dedicated to advancing your careers. 

Maximize Your Membership
Access your membership account, follow TLA social media channels, volunteer and grow professionally.

TLA Awards, Scholarships & Grants
Learn more about the numerous awards and scholarships you might be eligible for as a TLA member. Scholarships and stipends are awarded both through TLA and units. Be sure to explore all of the opportunities available: