Eek! After a woeful blogging hiatus, we've finally posted pictures from last quarter's events. We began the school year with a general meeting, at which first- and second-year members gathered to set the course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Co-presidents Julia Glassman and Cynthia Orozco facilitated the meeting, asking members for input on events, professional development, and other activities. New members also got a quick rundown of what exactly ALA is all about.
As everyone settled into their classes, first-year ALA members got their first taste of the library world with a tour of the Santa Monica Public Library, hosted by docent Nancy Varat. The US Green Building Council recently gave SMPL a Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Rating, and Nancy guided us through the library's sustainable features. Most notable is the garden in the central courtyard, which uses native plants to create an underwater atmosphere reminiscent of the beach six blocks away. PIC 3 Nancy also took us through the library's collections, paying special attention to its various murals. Afterwards, we headed to the King's Head Pub for food, drinks, and a pub quiz!
Finally, as the quarter began to heat up and the due dates for our final papers
grew uncomfortably close, we took a break from work with our second annual awkward sweater party. While last year's party centered on decorating cookies, this year we turned our attention to holiday ornaments, decorating clear bulbs with snowflakes, glitter, and other designs. There was a curious dearth of awkward sweaters, but mentors and mentees still enjoyed the chance to meet and discuss which classes to take Winter Quarter. (Data Curation was a popular choice.)
Our events have continued throughout Winter Quarter--stay tuned!
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