There are many benefits to joining the American Library Association as a student. An early introduction to ALA's programs, activities, and networking opportunities means having a professional headstart. You can participate in all of ALA's discussion groups, as well as getting involved in programs and activities on a campus level. In addition, ALA can provide scholarship money while you're in school and has a free job placement service at ALA conferences. Plus it looks great on your resume!

Membership in the student chapter of ALA requires joining the national ALA. You can join on-line. Once you have joined the national organization, simply download our membership application, or take one from the ALA-SC mailbox, located in the SLIS hallway on the far right side of the mailboxes. Fill out the application and return it to the same mailbox with a check/money order for $10.

If you have questions about membership, contact any member of the Executive Council. To find out more about the duties of the Executive Council, view our constitution.

To join the ALA-SC listserv, you must first submit your ALA-SC membership form and dues. ALA-SC membership is confirmed by the Secretary. To request subscription to the list, simply send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Leave the subject line blank and in the message box, type 'subscribe iu-ala-sc-gen-l' followed by your full name.

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