It is graduation season, and everyone is congratulated on reaching that milestone. Also, everyone who supported, encouraged, financed, and mentored a graduate, congratulations to you.
Amid the excitement of the moment, it must not be lost that a lot of time, hard work, joy, and pain goes into reaching for that pinnacle of success. It may not be easy for some people, but it is worthwhile.
Also, libraries most surely had a starring role as you sought to fulfill your goals.
Now and for numerous years, the doors of all types of libraries welcomed users, seeking to fulfill their educational needs. Students and researchers have utilized books onsite; checked out books that were on hold for pickup and used the inter-library loan process, or checked out a laptop, to meet assignments. A library card in good standing is the only thing needed at the public library to take home materials.
Additionally, Library employees find joy helping students locate that last tidbit of needed information. It is what we do.
Finally, the road to educational success starts in childhood. Here’s hoping you can inspire a child to love libraries and reading. Those connections to the written word can lead kids to great heights as they navigate reading, learning, and researching at every school level. Libraries are the repository of our collective thought.
Go to your favorite library and browse around. Become a student of the world.
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