Meet the YALSA members running for council 2012

Here are some of my favorites; Hoops by Walter Dean Myers, Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson, The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Taking Sides by Gary Soto, and Tears of a Tiger by Sharon Draper Betsy Fraser Selector, Calgary Public Library YALSA member since; 1999 The most pressing issue facing our profession today is convincing the public and government that we are a vital part of the community that deserves their ongoing support while figuring out how best to serve our customers in the face of budgetary challenges and rapid technological changes. The Darwins' Leap of Faith by Deborah Heiligman Dr. Meghan Harper Coordinator, School Library Media Program YALSA member since; 2011 The most pressing issue facing our profession today is the elimination of school librarians in K-1 2 Schools and dwindling economic support for public libraries. Nancy J. Snyder Public Library Branch Manager of Wichita Public Library YALSA member since: 2001 The most pressing issue facing our profession today is to remain relevant to our respective communities.\n Community outreach programs within a library provide a unique opportunity for excellent collaboration opportunities with community leaders, groups, and organizations that will enhance service to non-users, the under-served, and those with special needs.