by Elena Smirnova | Jan 27, 2026 | ALIA in WA, ALIA West, ALIAWest Committee meetings
There is something special about beginning a new year surrounded by people who share your passion, your values, and your commitment to strengthening the GLAMAR professional community. That is exactly how we launched 2026 — gathered around a table at the Royal on the...
by Elena Smirnova | Jan 16, 2026 | ALIAWest, networking
Hello everyone! As we welcome 2026, I want to wish you all a joyful, fulfilling, and successful New Year. May it bring new opportunities, meaningful connections, and plenty of moments that make you smile. I also wanted to share a little story from my recent trip to...
by Elena Smirnova | Aug 12, 2025 | ALIA Awards, ALIAWest, Awards, Awards for Excellence, F A Sharr Award
 I would like to take a moment to share something about my amazing year that wouldn’t has been possible without winning the F A Sharr Award. I am filled with gratitude for the positive impact it has had on my journey. This year has been full of growth, challenges,...
by Elena Smirnova | Apr 15, 2025 | ALIAWest, Awards for Excellence, F A Sharr Award, literacy, Uncategorized
Receiving the F A Sharr Award at the 21st Library Board Award Night at the WA State Library last year was the perfect and GREATEST experience for me! It was an unbelievable moment that I still relive nine months later. This award is a tremendous honour due to the...
by Elena Smirnova | Mar 6, 2025 | Professional Development
I am studying online for a Masters in Information Studies at Charles Sturt University and a NEW actor in Library and Information Services (LIS). As an old school person, I was seeking a face-to-face placement experience and was lucky to have the amazing opportunity to...
