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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association
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APALA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing leadership opportunities through informed dialogue that addresses the needs of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander library workers and those who serve these communities.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 5d
The Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) Scholarships and Awards Committee is delighted to announce our 2025 APALA Scholarship and APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship recipients. 👇🏼🧵
A promotional graphic announcing scholarship recipients. It consists of a large circle in dark blue on the left, with the text "Celebrating APALA's Scholarship Recipients!" in white. Below, a website URL "apalaweb.org/awards" is presented in a smaller white rectangle. On the right side of the image are two photographs stacked vertically. The top photo shows a person with long hair and glasses wearing a black shirt, standing against a brick wall. The bottom photo features a person in a dark blazer, smiling, with a blurred background. Both photos have names underneath: "Megan Bauerle" on the top and "Elaine Kong" on the bottom. In the middle left section, there is a text block announcing scholarships from the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA). The APALA logo is located at the bottom, surrounded by colorful, abstract shapes. In the text box: The Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) Scholarships and Awards Committee is delighted to announce our 2025 APALA Scholarship and APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship recipients!
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 17h
Would you believe our President, Eileen Bosch, has done an interview with us, but hasn't done a member highlight?

Until now. 😉

You can get to know Eileen through this member highlight. Now live on our website! www.apalaweb.org/member-highl...
a person with short black hair and a confident expression, standing against a plain light background. They are wearing a short-sleeved black top with a white leaf pattern. The person accessorizes with vibrant orange earrings and a matching chunky necklace composed of large orange beads. Their arms are crossed, displaying several bracelets on the wrist, including one with multi-colored round beads. The overall composition conveys a sense of calm assurance and style. a person with short black hair and a confident expression, standing against a plain light background. They are wearing a short-sleeved black top with a white leaf pattern. The person accessorizes with vibrant orange earrings and a matching chunky necklace composed of large orange beads. Their arms are crossed, displaying several bracelets on the wrist, including one with multi-colored round beads. The overall composition conveys a sense of calm assurance and style.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 5d
The full announcement can be found on the APALA website here:

www.apalaweb.org/2025-apala-s...

Please join us in congratulating Megan and Elaine on these well-deserved honors and in celebrating their bright futures in the field of librarianship!
2025 APALA Scholarship and APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship Announcement – APALA
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 5d
Elaine Kong has been selected as the 2025 APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship recipient! Elaine... (she/her) is a second-year PhD student in Library and Information Science at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Computing and Information...
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 5d
Megan Bauerle (she/her) is the 2024-2025 APALA Scholarship recipient. She is working towards her Master of Library and Information Science degree at Simmons University. She is currently working at Analysis Group in a corporate research library and at Ithaka S+R as a Strategy Intern...
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 5d
The Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) Scholarships and Awards Committee is delighted to announce our 2025 APALA Scholarship and APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship recipients. 👇🏼🧵
A promotional graphic announcing scholarship recipients. It consists of a large circle in dark blue on the left, with the text "Celebrating APALA's Scholarship Recipients!" in white. Below, a website URL "apalaweb.org/awards" is presented in a smaller white rectangle. On the right side of the image are two photographs stacked vertically. The top photo shows a person with long hair and glasses wearing a black shirt, standing against a brick wall. The bottom photo features a person in a dark blazer, smiling, with a blurred background. Both photos have names underneath: "Megan Bauerle" on the top and "Elaine Kong" on the bottom. In the middle left section, there is a text block announcing scholarships from the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA). The APALA logo is located at the bottom, surrounded by colorful, abstract shapes. In the text box: The Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) Scholarships and Awards Committee is delighted to announce our 2025 APALA Scholarship and APALA Sage & JCLC NALCo LIS Student Scholarship recipients!
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 26d
Please review the full statement below, which also includes several resources.
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APALA Statement in Solidarity with Immigrant Communities, Queer Communities, and All Library Communities – APALA
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · 26d
"These incidents are not singular or isolated, and the recent Supreme Court decision on ICE raids in Los Angeles only compounds fear and distrust. APALA supports all those who are experiencing racism, harassment, and unjust imprisonment based purely on racial profiling."

Full statement: next post
At the top, there is a rectangular section in a lighter shade of red containing white text that reads: "APALA STATEMENT IN SOLIDARITY WITH IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES, QUEER COMMUNITIES, AND ALL LIBRARY COMMUNITIES." Below this, in the main red area, smaller white text details a statement from three organizations: the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA), the American Indian Library Association (AILA), and REFORMA, explaining their solidarity with marginalized communities facing increased intimidation and violence. Towards the bottom, three logos are displayed side by side: the APALA logo featuring text in a rectangle; the REFORMA logo in burgundy text; and the AILA logo, which consists of a white abstract design next to the text on a black background. In the bottom right corner, an arrow pointing to the next part is in light pink. Next section: The top section contains white text on a slightly darker red banner reading, "APALA STATEMENT IN SOLIDARITY WITH IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES, QUEER COMMUNITIES, AND ALL LIBRARY COMMUNITIES." Below the banner, the main text is white and expresses support against racism and harassment, emphasizing the need for safety and protection for all communities. At the bottom, the text encourages readers to view the full statement on apalaweb.org. The logos of APALA, REFORMA, and AILA appear at the very bottom of the image.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jul 28
Apply now! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Jaena Rae @jaenarae.bsky.social · Jul 13
Just a bunch of literary Pinoys and Pinays at the @apalaweb.org Literature Awards Banquet 2025.
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Tricia Ghoulish 👻📚💻🇵🇭🇺🇲 @trishgreen.bsky.social · Jul 13
We clean up well, right @jaenarae.bsky.social? ;)

Next year in Chicago (hopefully, I won't be so tired and out of it)!
Three filipinas standing side by side, smiling at the camera. They are dressed in vibrant, formal attire with traditional elements (all three wearing Filipiniana). The woman on the left wears a dark green dress with sheer green fabric —butterfly sleeves— draped over her shoulders. The woman in the middle is dressed in a dark magenta top with intricate white lace patterns and a violet butterfly-sleeved bolero with embroidered details. The woman on the right wears a navy blue dress with a butterfly-sleeved, floral embroidered bolero. The background features a decorative backdrop of vertical red and white fringe curtains. Red banners with gold lettering drape diagonally above them. A group of seven people posing together. They are dressed in a variety of colorful and traditional outfits, standing in two rows. In the back row, a woman in a dark green butterfly-sleeved outfit stands to the left, another woman in pink with a beaded necklace is in the center, and a woman in yellow and gray is on the right. In the front row, from left to right, a man wearing a cream shirt (a Barong Tagalog) with a green lei, a shorthaired woman in a dark magenta top with a purple butterfly-sleeved bolero, a bald man wearing a patterned dark orange shirt also with a green lei, and a woman in a black outfit with a butterfly-sleeved bolero with floral embroidery stand together. They are against a backdrop of red and white walls, indoors.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 20
Are you new to the profession or mid-career?
Are you a seasoned APALA member interested in supporting them on their career path? Join our mentorship program as a mentor or a protégé!

Applications are now open and will close on July 31st.
APALA Mentoring Program 2025-2026 flyer with application details and megaphone illustration. Transcribed Text: Asian Pacific American Librarian Association logo atop the flyer alongside a QR code. Text: MENTORING PROGRAM 2025-2026 DUE JULY 31, 2025 RECRUITING PROTÉGÉS & MENTORS! APPLICATIONS DUE JULY 31, 2025 LEARN MORE @ HTTPS://BIT.LY/APALA_MENTORING CONTACT: MENTORING@APALAWEB.ORG
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 27
Tomorrow’s the night! 🎉 Join us Sat, June 28 (6–9pm ET) in Philly for the APALA Literature Awards Banquet. Celebrate honorees, enjoy food from Sang Kee & Lovash, and connect with community. Cash bar too! Tickets: www.zeffy.com/ticketing/20...
Dark green graphic with text reading "You are invited to the 2025 APALA Literature Awards Banquet 28 JUNE SATURDAY 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. The Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107" with small APALA logo on bottom right.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 27
If you want to catch up on previous episodes, follow the tag. All available here and on most podcast platforms...

www.apalaweb.org/tag/podcast/

🎧 Happy listening, and for those headed to #ALAAC25 this weekend, safe travels! 🛫
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 27
We have just released a brand new episode of the APALA Podcast!

Our very own Media and Publicity Committee colleague, Tim Chu, interviews Mike Yam, sportscaster for the NFL Network and CW Sports, and author of a children's book called Fried Rice and Marinara.

www.apalaweb.org/apala-podcas...
Book cover for children's book "Fried Rice & Marinara" featuring an illustration of a child holding a plate of fried rice and a fork with pasta, surrounded by various food items. Text Fried Rice & Marinara Written by Mike Yam Illustrated by Laura Dong
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 25
There happens to be one ticket left... Please join us!

You can purchase it at:
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Weather Update Below for APALA Friday Walking Tour
WEATHER UPDATE: Time & Location ChangeThe weather is still showing a high chance of rain. So, we unfortunately need to change plans to an indoor event.Asian Americans United has kindly offered to ...
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 25
Due to expected rain, we need to adjust our plans for the walking tour at #ALAAC25. Asian Americans United has kindly offered to host us for an indoor gathering.

Our new meeting time and location? FACT School, 1023 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19123, at 11 AM EDT.

Safe travels, everyone!
Flyer announcing that the APALA Friday Walking Tour highlighting Philadelphia's Chinatown and its hidden Native Hawaiian History will now be held indoors with Asian Americans United at the FACT School, 1023 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, on June 27, 11 AM–12 PM, due to rain.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 23
#ALAAC25 is just around the corner...We hope to see y'all at one or all of our events!
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 17
While the walking tour is now sold out, APALA still has several more events in store at #ALAAC25...Nearly two weeks away!

www.apalaweb.org/apala-ala-an...

We look forward to seeing you in Philadelphia soon!
Poster with text "Join Us!", and "APALA @ ALA ANNUAL 2025." repeated. The logo of the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association is at the top right-hand corner above all the text.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 20
Need more information? Ready to apply?

Follow the QR code on the flier or visit our mentoring program website at: www.apalaweb.org/mentoring-pr...
Mentoring Program – APALA
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 20
Are you new to the profession or mid-career?
Are you a seasoned APALA member interested in supporting them on their career path? Join our mentorship program as a mentor or a protégé!

Applications are now open and will close on July 31st.
APALA Mentoring Program 2025-2026 flyer with application details and megaphone illustration. Transcribed Text: Asian Pacific American Librarian Association logo atop the flyer alongside a QR code. Text: MENTORING PROGRAM 2025-2026 DUE JULY 31, 2025 RECRUITING PROTÉGÉS & MENTORS! APPLICATIONS DUE JULY 31, 2025 LEARN MORE @ HTTPS://BIT.LY/APALA_MENTORING CONTACT: MENTORING@APALAWEB.ORG
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 17
While the walking tour is now sold out, APALA still has several more events in store at #ALAAC25...Nearly two weeks away!

www.apalaweb.org/apala-ala-an...

We look forward to seeing you in Philadelphia soon!
Poster with text "Join Us!", and "APALA @ ALA ANNUAL 2025." repeated. The logo of the Asian Pacific American Librarians Association is at the top right-hand corner above all the text.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 15
Catch the rest of Emily Apostol's exclusive interview with Cecilia Lim from Kwento Comics now on the APALA website:

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APALA Publisher Interview: Kwento Comics’ Cecilia Lim – APALA
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 15
“Our mission at Kwento is to uplift diverse voices and celebrate the richness of Asian heritage and culture. The areas where both my daughter (South Florida) and I (Illinois) grew up did not have a large Asian population much less a Filipino one."
Two pictures combined: Kwento Xomocs' Cecilia speaking with a panel at ComicCon, and both volumes of the Mask of Haliya series.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 14
Just in time for summer, Jiuya Lin’s amazing design for APALA's 45th Anniversary is now available on bucket hats at tiny.cc/hatsofftoAPALA!

Donations support enhancing leadership opportunities thru informed dialogue addressing the needs of AANHPI library workers & those who serve these communities.
Square graphic showing three bucket hats in khaki, royal blue, and grey with the APALA 45th Anniversary design. Text reads “HATS OFF TO APALA” at the top and “Available while supplies last at tiny.cc/hatsofftoAPALA” at the bottom, alongside a QR code.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 13
Read Melissa Ernst's full review at: www.apalaweb.org/book-review-...
Book Review: “Ex Marks the Spot” – APALA
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 13
We are happy to share a second book review this week: Ex Marks the Spot by Gloria Chao

"Although this is labeled as a young adult romance, this felt like more of a bildungsroman to me. Gemma grows and figures out what being Taiwanese American means to her."
The book cover for Gloria Chao's Ex Marks the Spot , a colorful and detailed illustration of two characters standing in a vibrant urban night setting illuminated by strings of red lanterns above. The characters, a male and a female, hold a large map between them. The male, on the left, wears a blue shirt and has a backpack. The female, on the right, sports a striped tank top and looks determined.
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Asian Pacific American Librarians Association @apalaweb.org · Jun 12
Check out our website if you're interested in looking at the full citation:

www.apalaweb.org/announcing-t...
Announcing the 2025 APALA Travel Grant Recipient – APALA
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