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Library Reminiscences
Wakefield, Dan – American Libraries, 1973
The world has changed rapidly and violently since the author went to his first library. But, he still believes in the mystery and magic of language, the power of the printed word, and in the library as a vital literary center and sanctuary as well as a headquarters of social and community activity. (Author/SJ)
Descriptors: Librarians, Libraries, Library Role, Memory
ALA Drafts Goals for WHCLIS to Consider.
Shank, Russell – American Libraries, 1979
Presents a draft of a statement articulating the American Library Association's goals for the White House Conference on Library and Information Services in the areas of libraries' social value, library funding, literacy programs, outreach policies, national planning, and access to information. (FM)
Descriptors: Fund Raising, Libraries, Library Planning, Library Role
A Troublesome, Tumultuous Decade Revisited.
Holley, Edward G. – American Libraries, 1979
The library profession's attitude regarding national and international issues, and issues within the profession during the last decade are recalled. (MBR)
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Historical Reviews, History, Librarians
The Opportunity to Empower: ALA, Children, and Reading.
Dougherty, Richard M. – American Libraries, 1991
Argues that librarians must strive to unlock people's minds from an early age with the power of the printed word, and urges them to be active advocates for children, to speak out for children's rights to read, to become educated, and to succeed. It is suggested that librarians mobilize through involvement in professional associations. (SD)
Descriptors: Books, Democratic Values, Economically Disadvantaged, Elementary Secondary Education
Why Traditional Librarianship Matters.
Bridges, Karl – American Libraries, 2001
Discusses core beliefs held by traditional academic libraries, and how these beliefs represented something of value for the user and provided a common intellectual framework. Identifies disturbing trends in modern librarianship, and suggests libraries need to balance technological knowledge with a respect for traditional library practice, focusing…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Higher Education, Libraries, Library Development
The Secret of Library Marketing: Make Yourself Indispensable.
Block, Marylaine – American Libraries, 2001
If libraries what influential people in their service areas to regard them as full partners in community building, libraries need to know their information needs before they do, and get the resources into their hands that will facilitate their decision-making before they realize they need it. Suggestions are provided for effective marketing of…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Resources, Community Support, Libraries
12 Ways Libraries Are Good for the Country.
American Libraries, 1995
Presents 12 ideals that libraries strive for, including informing citizens; breaking down boundaries, including literacy programs; promoting equity in resource availability; valuing the individual; nourishing creativity; helping children; providing business information; building communities; supporting families; fighting censorship challenges;…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Censorship, Childrens Libraries, Community Development