Incoming SJSU School of Information student Drey Diggs has received the $5,000 Julia J. Brody Public Librarian Scholarship from the American Library Association.

The national scholarship supports students preparing for careers in public librarianship. Diggs plans to pursue reference work centered on equitable information access and serving communities navigating an increasingly complex information environment.

The award recognizes Diggs’s commitment to public service and highlights the important role information professionals play in connecting people with reliable information and resources.

Congratulations to Drey on this national recognition!

Source: American Library Association, Sept. 14, 2026.