Austin Stroud, PhD
@librarianaustin.bsky.social
Lecturer in LIS at IU Indianapolis, PhD in information studies from Dominican University, 2026 Indiana Library Federation President. Former public library director. All posts are my own, and do not represent my employer. http://www.librarianaustin.info
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From classics to contemporary voices—censorship keeps expanding. PEN America asks: if Plato is censored, what’s next? https://pen.org/press-release/plato-has-been-censored-what-next/ #INFREADOM #FreedomToRead
Plato Has Been Censored; What Next?
PEN America condemns and calls absurd Texas A&M censoring Plato readings and discussions related to race and gender
pen.org
February 13, 2026 at 5:20 PM
From classics to contemporary voices—censorship keeps expanding. PEN America asks: if Plato is censored, what’s next? https://pen.org/press-release/plato-has-been-censored-what-next/ #INFREADOM #FreedomToRead
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The first guidebook of its kind, this all-in-one resource explores the many services and resources provided by public libraries to close the digital divide and create more digitally inclusive communities. Read an excerpt: https://bit.ly/4trQGa9
February 13, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The first guidebook of its kind, this all-in-one resource explores the many services and resources provided by public libraries to close the digital divide and create more digitally inclusive communities. Read an excerpt: https://bit.ly/4trQGa9
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The government will have full local control of Alabama Libraries.
Alabama library board members can be removed without cause under Senate-approved bill
alabamareflector.com/2026/02/11/a...
Alabama library board members can be removed without cause under Senate-approved bill
alabamareflector.com/2026/02/11/a...
Alabama Senate approves bill allowing firings of library board members | Alabama Reflector
The bill comes as conservatives and right-wing organizations in Alabama continue to target library books, particularly those with LGBTQ+ themes.
alabamareflector.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The government will have full local control of Alabama Libraries.
Alabama library board members can be removed without cause under Senate-approved bill
alabamareflector.com/2026/02/11/a...
Alabama library board members can be removed without cause under Senate-approved bill
alabamareflector.com/2026/02/11/a...
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They thought they could break us, but a love for our neighbors and a resolve to endure can outlast an occupation. These patriots of Minneapolis are showing that it’s not just about resistance — standing with our neighbors is deeply American.
February 12, 2026 at 3:01 PM
They thought they could break us, but a love for our neighbors and a resolve to endure can outlast an occupation. These patriots of Minneapolis are showing that it’s not just about resistance — standing with our neighbors is deeply American.
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Proactive policy works. Proposed legislation in New Mexico would prohibit book bans in public libraries: https://bit.ly/4th85lJ
#INFREADOM #RightToRead #JoinTheMovement
#INFREADOM #RightToRead #JoinTheMovement
Proposed legislation would prohibit book banning in New Mexico public libraries • Source New Mexico
A New Mexico lawmaker is reintroducing a bill to ban book banning at public libraries, backed by librarians and authors
sourcenm.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Proactive policy works. Proposed legislation in New Mexico would prohibit book bans in public libraries: https://bit.ly/4th85lJ
#INFREADOM #RightToRead #JoinTheMovement
#INFREADOM #RightToRead #JoinTheMovement
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Join AISLE for a Live Online Conversation with Dr. Amato: A fast‑paced virtual session focused on building stronger, schoolwide literacy culture.
🗓February 17, 2026 | ⏰ 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT
Registration is still open: https://bit.ly/4kFKx6b
🗓February 17, 2026 | ⏰ 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT
Registration is still open: https://bit.ly/4kFKx6b
February 11, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Join AISLE for a Live Online Conversation with Dr. Amato: A fast‑paced virtual session focused on building stronger, schoolwide literacy culture.
🗓February 17, 2026 | ⏰ 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT
Registration is still open: https://bit.ly/4kFKx6b
🗓February 17, 2026 | ⏰ 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT
Registration is still open: https://bit.ly/4kFKx6b
A break between meetings 🐱
February 11, 2026 at 5:38 PM
A break between meetings 🐱
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The shortest month of the year is packed with highly anticipated new releases, including books from Michael Pollan, Tayari Jones and the late Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa. n.pr/4qt3Dxu
February may be short on days -- but it boasts a long list of new books
The shortest month of the year is packed with highly anticipated new releases, including books from Michael Pollan, Tayari Jones and the late Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa.
n.pr
February 11, 2026 at 12:31 PM
The shortest month of the year is packed with highly anticipated new releases, including books from Michael Pollan, Tayari Jones and the late Nobel laureate Mario Vargas Llosa. n.pr/4qt3Dxu
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It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Here is a guide to student loan repayment plans and collections.
What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections
It’s been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold.
bit.ly
February 11, 2026 at 2:30 AM
It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Here is a guide to student loan repayment plans and collections.
The stare down from the pups. 🐶
February 11, 2026 at 1:45 AM
The stare down from the pups. 🐶
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‘Historically Underrepresented’ Faculty Overrepresented in Adjunct Ranks
New data shows that 40 percent of the professoriate is composed of adjuncts who work for meager wages. And compared to their peers on the tenure track, adjuncts are more likely to be Black or female. https://bit.ly/4ts3m0L
New data shows that 40 percent of the professoriate is composed of adjuncts who work for meager wages. And compared to their peers on the tenure track, adjuncts are more likely to be Black or female. https://bit.ly/4ts3m0L
February 10, 2026 at 5:37 PM
‘Historically Underrepresented’ Faculty Overrepresented in Adjunct Ranks
New data shows that 40 percent of the professoriate is composed of adjuncts who work for meager wages. And compared to their peers on the tenure track, adjuncts are more likely to be Black or female. https://bit.ly/4ts3m0L
New data shows that 40 percent of the professoriate is composed of adjuncts who work for meager wages. And compared to their peers on the tenure track, adjuncts are more likely to be Black or female. https://bit.ly/4ts3m0L
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The novel that inspired Wicked faces a ban in Utah. When politics censors art, readers lose: https://bit.ly/3ZC1ZyZ
#RightToRead #INFREADOM
#RightToRead #INFREADOM
Wicked Novel, Basis for Musical and Film, Has Been Banned in Utah
The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a lawsuit in response to the book ban.
playbill.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The novel that inspired Wicked faces a ban in Utah. When politics censors art, readers lose: https://bit.ly/3ZC1ZyZ
#RightToRead #INFREADOM
#RightToRead #INFREADOM
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Under a towel 🐱
February 9, 2026 at 10:19 PM
Under a towel 🐱
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A final list of candidate filings for House, Senate and Congress
A final list of candidate filings for House, Senate and Congress • Indiana Capital Chronicle
The Indiana Capital Chronicle has provided weekly updates of the Republican and Democratic candidate filings for Indiana’s congressional and legislative seats going into the May 5 primary.
indianacapitalchronicle.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:19 PM
A final list of candidate filings for House, Senate and Congress
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1/ ProPublica collected handwritten letters in mid-January from children held at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center, the same facility where 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos was taken.
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
February 9, 2026 at 12:25 PM
1/ ProPublica collected handwritten letters in mid-January from children held at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center, the same facility where 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos was taken.
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
Hundreds of kids are still detained.
We’ll let the children’s words speak for themselves. 🧵
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Next week: Library Lovers Week 2026. Live author conversations celebrating books, readers, and the libraries that connect them. Facebook Live & YouTube Live. Free to attend. Free to share. RSVP at www.libraryloversweek.org
Library Lovers Week 2026 on EveryLibrary Live!
February 9–13, 2026 | 5 PM, 7 PM & 9 PM EDT on Facebook Live and YouTube Live
www.libraryloversweek.org
February 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Next week: Library Lovers Week 2026. Live author conversations celebrating books, readers, and the libraries that connect them. Facebook Live & YouTube Live. Free to attend. Free to share. RSVP at www.libraryloversweek.org
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If you haven't had the chance to see The Librarians yet, catch Kim Snyder’s powerful documentary when it premieres February 9 on Independent Lens on PBS.
https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-librarians/
https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-librarians/
The Librarians | Book Policies Documentary | Independent Lens
The Librarians follows librarians and citizens responding to restrictions on library content across the United States.
www.pbs.org
February 7, 2026 at 8:46 PM
If you haven't had the chance to see The Librarians yet, catch Kim Snyder’s powerful documentary when it premieres February 9 on Independent Lens on PBS.
https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-librarians/
https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-librarians/
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Really the hardest part of writing a book is just sitting down and starting it and also finishing it and also the middle bit too
February 7, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Really the hardest part of writing a book is just sitting down and starting it and also finishing it and also the middle bit too
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A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
A red hat, inspired by a symbol of resistance to Nazi occupation, gains traction in Minnesota
A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
n.pr
February 7, 2026 at 4:38 PM
A Minneapolis knitting shop has resurrected the design of a Norwegian cap worn to protest Nazi occupation. Its owner says the money raised from hat pattern sales will support the local immigrant community.
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NEW: The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle.
But this time, it has unusually specific criteria: It “particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America.
But this time, it has unusually specific criteria: It “particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America.
Grant Guidelines for Libraries and Museums Take “Chilling” Political Turn Under Trump
Former Institute of Museum and Library Services leaders from both political parties expressed concern that the new funding guidelines could encourage a more constrained or distorted view of American h...
www.propublica.org
February 6, 2026 at 3:31 PM
NEW: The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle.
But this time, it has unusually specific criteria: It “particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America.
But this time, it has unusually specific criteria: It “particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America.
February 7, 2026 at 1:22 AM