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iSchool Alum Jonna Paden Appointed President of the American Indian Library Association

Jonna Paden

Jonna C. Paden, an archivist at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center in Albuquerque, has been named president of the American Indian Library Association for 2024-2025. A graduate of the San José State University School of Information’s Master of Library and Information Science program, Paden brings extensive experience in library science and archival work to her new leadership role.

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iSchool Celebrates 2024-2025 ALA Spectrum Scholars

The American Library Association has named its 2024-2025 Spectrum Scholars, recognizing 70 outstanding students from across the country who are pursuing graduate degrees in library and information science. Among this year’s recipients are several San José State University School of Information students, honored for their commitment to diversity, leadership potential, and dedication to advancing social justice in the field.

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Pathways to Success: Lunch and Learn Workshop Series Explores MLIS Career Opportunities
iSchool’s Video Series Helps Students Navigate 14 Diverse Career Pathways

The School of Information at San José State University recently concluded its Lunch and Learn Workshop Series, a valuable resource for students pursuing a Master of Library and Information Science degree. This video series provides insights into the 14 distinct career pathways available in the program.

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iSchool Invests in Future Leaders with $300,000 in Scholarships
Fall 2024 Scholarship Winners Announced

Abbie Swanson

San José State University’s School of Information has awarded $338,000 in scholarships for the fall 2024 semester, helping ease financial burdens for more than a hundred students while empowering them to pursue their career goals. These scholarships, available to both new and current students, demonstrate the school’s commitment to supporting future leaders in the information professions.

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Transforming School Libraries Nationwide
iSchool Joins Forces with Keith Curry Lance to Advance SLIDE Project

Keith Curry Lance

The San José State University School of Information continues to advocate for the critical role of school librarianship in K-12 education, most recently hiring school librarianship expert Keith Curry Lance as a research consultant and providing support to further the School Librarian Investigation—Divergence & Evolution SLIDE project, which highlights the evolving role of school libraries nationwide.

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Master of Science in Informatics Recognized for Excellence in Cyber Defense Education
National Security Agency and Department of Defense Validate Degree

The Master of Science in Informatics degree program at the San José State University School of Information has received validation for satisfying the comprehensive guidelines prescribed by the National Security Agency and the Department of Defense for exemplary cybersecurity training. This prestigious recognition was granted on May 31, 2024, and is effective through the 2029 academic year.