Dear CALA members,

The Digital Services Evaluation (DSE) Taskforce and Web Committee are pleased to announce that the newly revised Intranet website is now available for members to preview. The revision is based on the feedback the DSE Taskforce collected in early 2023 and a usability test conducted by the DSE Taskforce in early 2024. This new site will become the next version of the CALA website (https://cala-web.org),  so announcements or news will be added to the new site only during this preview time.

We would appreciate it if you could take time from your busy schedule to visit the site and give us feedback by 5/31/2024.

Intranet URL: https://cala.wildapricot.org

Sincerely,

Weiling Liu

On behalf of The Digital Services Evaluation (DSE) Taskforce (2023-24) and Web Committee (2023-24)

Sage and the Joint Council of Librarians of Color (JCLC) have extended a partnership to provide scholarships to Library Information Science students from the National Associations of Librarians of Color (NALCo).

The program provides a $2,000 award to library students from each of the five NALCo member organizations:

• American Indian Library Association (AILA)
• Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA)
• Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA)
• Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA)
• REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-Speaking

“Sage is committed to supporting the growth of diverse and inclusive teaching and learning communities where every individual has the opportunity to reach their potential. And as an independent company, we are free to transform this commitment into action,” said Karen Phillips, executive vice president of learning at Sage. “This scholarship program represents an investment in the educational and professional journey of library school students and librarianship—a role that we view as a critical component of teaching and research across campus.”

Review panels created by each NALCo member association will select recipients based on their own established eligibility criteria. Applicants must be currently pursuing a Library and Information Science Master of Art, Master of Science, or Doctor of Philosophy graduate degree. The call for applications will be made in the spring, and the scholarships will be announced later this year.

JCLC Inc. Board President Dr. Kenneth Yamashita said, “The JCLC Inc. Board is most gratified that Sage has chosen to renew the Sage and JCLC Inc. NALCo LIS Student Scholarship program for 2024. During the program’s first year, the five NALCo successfully incorporated the Sage and JCLC Inc. scholarships into their existing scholarship application procedures and selected outstanding candidates who will become the future BIPOC leaders in the library information science professions.”

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About Sage

Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, 24-year-old Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.

Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioral science make an impact
• Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning
• Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About the Joint Council of Librarians of Color Inc.

The Joint Council of Librarians of Color Inc. (JCLC, Inc.) was formed in June 2015 as a nonprofit organization that advocates for and addresses the common needs of the National Associations of Librarians of Color (NALCo). The five NALCo co-sponsor the quadrennial Joint Conferences of Librarians of Color, for which the JCLC Inc. acts as the fiduciary agent and oversight provider.

Source: https://group.sagepub.com/press-releases/sage-renews-scholarship-to-promote-diversity-within-librarianship/

Dear CALA members,

We are pleased to announce that Lily Li, daughter of Dorothy Li and the late Dr. Tze-chung Li (co-founders of CALA), agreed to donate generously to sustain the Dr. Tze-chung Li's Student Membership Scholarship. 

We have already received and processed 4 new student members for the first year through this scholarship. We thank Lily Li for her donation and the CALA membership committee for promptly processing the applications.

In addition, the CALA Board of Directors recently approved CALA Honorary Membership Guidelines and approved to recognize Lily Li as a CALA honorary member due to her donation and family's contributions to CALA. This information will be shared on the website later. 

Thank you,

Ray Pun on behalf of the CALA Public Relations and Fundraising Committee

Dear CALA members,

The Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA) Executive Board is proud to endorse Ray Pun, a life member, and the Immediate Past President, in the American Library Association’s 2025-2026 Presidential election.

Ray is the academic and research librarian at the Alder Graduate School of Education, a teacher residency program in California. In addition to serving as the CALA Immediate Past President, Former Board of Directors, Past Northern California Chapter President, Ray also served in leadership roles within ALA, ACRL, National Associations of Librarians of Color, and IFLA.

Ray is a strong advocate for library workers, especially Librarians of Color. His successes in forging local and global coalitions, streamlining governance processes, membership engagement and fundraising are valuable in helping ALA to bridge global learning and local library advocacy networks.

To learn more about Ray’s accomplishments, please visit his campaign website at raypun.info.

Please kindly join us in wishing him success in his campaign!

With warm regards,

Vincci Kwong (President)

Grace Liu (Vice-President/President-Elect)

Michael Huang (Executive Director)

Ying Liao (Treasurer)

Yan He (Incoming Vice-President/President-Elect)

The Public Relations and Fundraising Committee is pleased to announce that CALA's Chinese Monthly Calendar 2024 is now available for download at https://cala.wildapricot.org/events.

Dear CALA members,

                PLA is offering registration discount for CALA members to attend the PLA 2024 Conference, please see details below. Have a nice day!

Vincci Kwong.

PLA 2024 Conference Save with member advanced rate on PLA Conference Registration!

The Public Library Association (PLA) invites you to join thousands of public library workers, supporters, and vendors in Columbus, Ohio, April 3–5, to celebrate all things public libraries! Members of the five National Associations of Librarians of Color (NALCo), including members of AILA, APALA, BCALA, CALA, and REFORMA, may register with the ALA member rate, saving $153 over nonmembers. CALA members may use the code ALAAFFPLA24 at registration to access the ALA member rate. Reserve your spot today ! The PLA 2024 Conference offers more than 100 thoughtfully curated education sessions, inspiring speakers and authors, engaging networking opportunities, career services, micro-learning moments, and a bustling exhibits hall featuring the latest in products, services, and innovations. CALA members are encouraged to visit the programs schedule to view programs and speakers on a wide range of topics, with Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice at the center. Some examples include: Breaking Barriers: Engaging Immigrants and Building More Inclusive Communities Multilingual Library Services and Programs in Chicago Public Library and Kansas City Public Library Diversifying Your Displays and Book Lists Empowered: The Unspoken Work of EDI & Take Away Strategies Anti-Racist Reader Services: Beyond the Basics Together, let’s shape the future of public libraries. Reserve your spot today and save $153 over nonmembers with the advanced rate before February 23.

Register Now

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Dear CALA members,

This virtual orientation on 12/8 Friday at 8:30-9:30 am PT / 10:30-11:30 am CT / 11:30-12:30 pm ET will introduce to CALA members on following positions open:

• President (4 year term, starts July 1, 2024: first year 24-25 as the Incoming VP; second year 25-26 as the VP; third year 26-27 as the President; and fourth year 27-28 as the Immediate Past President)
• Treasurer (2 year term, starts July 1, 2024: 2024-2026)
• Five Positions for Board of Directors (3 year term, starts July 1, 2024: 2024-2027)

Register here. Recording will be sent to all and shared with all later. Bring your questions and thoughts! See below for more information regarding the nomination process. 

The 2023-2024 Nominating Committee cordially invites you to consider running for the following positions for the 2024 CALA general election.

We are seeking candidates for the following positions: (The duties listed here):

• President (4 year term, starts July 1, 2024: first year 24-25 as the Incoming VP; second year 25-26 as the VP; third year 26-27 as the President; and fourth year 27-28 as the Immediate Past President)
• Treasurer (2 year term, starts July 1, 2024: 2024-2026)
• Five Positions for Board of Directors (3 year term, starts July 1, 2024: 2024-2027)

These positions are critical to the continual development of our organization CALA. Nomination of Board of Directors shall take into consideration the geographical representation. Based on CALA’s Constitution and Bylaws, all nominees must be personal members in good standing with a record of participation in the activities and functions at various levels of CALA. The election will be held in the Spring 2024. The elected officers are expected to attend at least one board meeting each year. Absence from two consecutive board meetings without prior written approval from the President will result in the removal from the CALA Board.

 

The Nomination Form is here.

Please consider either nominating yourself or by anyone else within CALA. If you nominate someone, please ensure you have their consent first. 

The deadline for submitting the nomination is December 11, 2023.

 

Should you have any questions, we would love to answer them for you. CALA appreciates your willingness to support, serve, and run for your preferred position!

 

Thank you!

Ray Pun

CALA Immediate Past President & Chair of Nominations Committee 2023-2024

 

CALA 2023-2024 Nominating Committee:

• NCA: Yi Liang
• SCA: Hong Cheng
• GMA: Yanhong Wang
• MW: Meng Qu
• NE: Cindy Li
• SE: Jia He
• SW: Fen Lu
• Canada: Qing Zou
• Asia-Pacific: Katherina Lee

Dear CALA Officers and Committee Chairs:

Please submit your mid-year (interim) reports by 12/29/2023. 

• 2020-2025 strategic plan
• Handbook of Officers (2019) - with committee charges
• Report Template 

Instructions:

1. Sign in with your CALA membership registered email and password if you have not done so
2. Follow the instructions on screen
3. Upload your report files (in PDF)