WHO WE ARE

The University of Western Ontario CLA Student Chapter is comprised of individuals who are currently pursuing their Master of Library and Information Science here at UWO.

You do not have to be a member of the Canadian Library Association to attend our general meetings or to participate in our events. However, if you wish to become a member of the executive, you must become a member of the CLA.

More information about the CLA can be found on the CLA parent chapter website.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Student Chapter of the Canadian Library Association at the University of Western Ontario is to facilitate partnerships between the CLA and Master of Library and Information Science students.

The CLA Student Chapter provides a platform for student involvement, education, and leadership experience while promoting the values and principles of librarianship, as stated by the CLA.

The CLA Student Chapter at UWO advocates for the concerns and promotes the professional interests of all MLIS students, to the Canadian Library Association and its professional members nationwide.

Mission statement prepared by Kam Teo, 2004