Other PLG Chapters

The College of Saint Catherine

The College of St. Catherine Progressive Librarians Guild (PLG) Student Chapter emphasizes collaborations with local libraries and activist groups. The St. Kate's PLG promotes campus discussion about progressive library issues while connecting students to ongoing radical library volunteer efforts. By incorporating service and action into St. Kate's MLIS program, the PLG student chapter embraces and expands upon the College's tradition of social responsibility.

http://stkatesplg.blogspot.com/

Drexel University

Fusing radical librarianship with social responsibility, the Drexel PLG is committed to equality, justice and accountability both in the library and in the community.

http://drexelplg.blogspot.com/

Indiana University

The Indiana University PLG Student Chapter seeks to promote socially responsible librarianship and provide a progressive forum for the exchange of ideas. The chapter encourages thoughtful discourse and discussion by hosting events, talks and panels that address professional, political, and societal issues that impact library and information workers and students.

http://ella.slis.indiana.edu/g/plg/

Piedmont - South Carolina

"A Breed Apart Progressives in the Bible Belt." A group concerned with promoting progressive values in libraries and librarianship. As a chapter of the Progressive Librarians Guild, we wholeheartedly support their statement of purpose and goals. We will also discuss issues that directly impact the Carolina Piedmont.

http://piedmontplg.livejournal.com/

Simmons College

The student chapter at Simmons supports the PLG and its statement of principles by:

• Encouraging and providing a forum for the open exchange of radical views on library issues

• Conducting campaigns to support progressive and democratic library activities on the local, national and international level;

• Promoting progressive activities, i.e. guest speakers, discussions, field trips and volunteer opportunities that enhance the professional development of its members

http://gslis.simmons.edu/mw/plg/Main_Page

University of Arizona

As the University of Arizona Chapter of Progressive Librarians Guild, we strive to uphold and promote social responsibility and diverse points of view through participation in the LIS field. We believe that direct communication on progressive issues with LIS students and professionals, as well as the community, will provide opportunities for improving libraries and communities for all. Through cooperative discussion, projects, and direct action on myriad subjects, and from multiple viewpoints, we aspire to attain the ideals of a true democratic society.

http://plg-sirls.blogspot.com/

Retrieved from PLG's chapters page on August 31, 2008.

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