GPLLA Newsletter

Spring 2026

Incoming President's Message

Welcome to the Spring 2026 GPLLA Newsletter!

Thank you to our current president and the board for a wonderful year. We appreciate their leadership and wish Paul and his family success as they begin their next chapter. I am honored to step into the role of GPLLA President for the 2025–2026 term.

GPLLA continues to offer strong programs and valuable benefits for our established librarians, including those who are between opportunities. In the year ahead, I hope to build on these programs and encourage students considering law librarianship as a career, along with those who are just beginning their professional journey to find mentorship and encouragement with GPLLA.

Are you interested in contributing to GPLLA's work? We have plenty of opportunities to serve on Committees. If you are interested in getting involved or would like to learn more about these roles, please reach out to me or to any current or former board member.

Sincerely, 

Julie Bono
GPLLA President 2026-2027

Membership Renewal

It is time to renew your GPLLA Membership! Membership runs from June to June. Renew today to ensure that you continue to have access to GPLLA's events and information! 

GPLLA Elections

At the May 13 Spring Business Meeting & Happy Hour (RSVP now!), GPLLA membership will vote on candidates for the upcoming board. 

VP / President-Elect: Ryan McGinnis
Treasurer: Sean Lederer
Secretary: Sophie Tessier
Director-at-Large: Alisann Smeck
Director-at-Large: Mary Cate Matta

We will also vote on an amendment to the bylaws: 

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE V, SECTION 2. ELECTION AND TERM OF OFFICE. Notwithstanding the foregoing, solely for the purpose of adjusting the election cycle of the Secretary, at the first election following adoption of this amendment, the Secretary shall be elected for a term of one (1) year only, and this provision shall expire immediately thereafter, upon which the term of office for the Secretary shall be two (2) years.

Get Involved with GPLLA

GPLLA is seeking volunteers to serve on our roster of committees for the coming year. Committee service is a great, low-obligation way to support GPLLA. Please reach out to learn more!

GPLLA 2026 Annual Institute Recap

The third panel of the day and audience at Reed Smith.

Special thanks to Reed Smith for hosting us in their beautiful space. And thank you to all the speakers, organizers, and attendees that contributed to an engaging and educational event! 

A Look at GPLLA History: Logo

GPLLA's current logo is by now a well-recognized mark with its elegant design and pop of color from the arching stars. But do you remember GPLLA's logo from the start of the internet era? 

GPLLA's logo circa 1999.

What do you think? Is it time to embrace the retro GPLLA logo? 

Social Responsibilities Committee Lunch & Learn Recap

On April 27, the SRC organized a wonderful and well-attended virtual lunch and learn featuring Sarah Lamdan from the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freeom and Amanda Levenowski Tepski of Georgetown Law. The speakers addressed Law Librarian Ethics in the Age of Data Surveillance and provided insight on how to ethically engage with and talk about using technological tools that may support or be associated with increasing surveillance. 

May 13:
Spring Business Meeting & Happy Hour

At GPLLA's Spring Business meeting we will vote on candidates for next year's board and enjoy refreshments and connecting with colleagues

May 20: Virtual Coffee Chat: Access Services in Law Libraries

“Join us for a conversation about access services in law libraries. Topics will run the gamut from interlibrary loan to stacks maintenance to student hiring and more! Please note: AALL virtual coffee chats are not recorded and registration is open to AALL members only."

June 1: Legislative Advocacy Training

In this webinar, U.S. Congressman Timothy M. Kennedy (NY-26), will speak about effective advocacy from the perspective of a legislator. Congressman Kennedy will discuss tips and strategies for increasing your likelihood of success when contacting your legislative representatives to advocate for the issues that are important to you. 

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