The Utah State Library is pleased to announce the December opening of the Utah Public Library Institute for Training (UPLIFT) Professional Development Grant. This cycle focuses exclusively on educational tuition support for library staff across Utah. Eligible Coursework and Funding Recipients can receive up to $1,000 in reimbursement upon successful course completion. Eligible coursework includes graduate-level MLIS courses, undergraduate library

Have you seen USL lately?  We connected with people at a variety of events this year, sharing how we support Utahns as well as public libraries. Maybe you’ve seen us at StoryCon or Show Up For Teachers, talking about our free online resources and free books for book clubs. Or maybe you’ve seen us at the Special Olympics Health &

Once a year, public library directors from across the state convene for three days of networking, training, decision-making, and the presentation of the Utah Quality Library Awards. The Fall Directors Summit is Utah State Library’s biggest annual event.   Planning for the Fall Directors Summit happens all year. Every library, whether it’s a small rural library, or a large library with

When Dan Bryant saw the job listing for the Tri County bookmobile librarian, he knew he should apply for the job. He remembered the feeling of excitement when he was a child and saw the bookmobile pull up and was greeted by a bookmobile librarian, who was always happy to see him. “I want to do that,” he says. “I

Every fall, the Utah State Library Division presents the Utah Quality Library Awards to libraries that go above and beyond for their communities. How do public libraries earn this award?  Libraries qualify for this award during their annual recertification. Public library systems across Utah participate in an annual recertification process with the Utah State Library. This yearly review verifies compliance

Patrons of the Utah County Bookmobile were treated to a special guest on Monday, Aug. 31st, when First Lady Abby Cox joined the mobile library for stops in Genola and Goshen. Her visit highlighted the launch of the Utah Reads literacy campaign, which strives to inspire a love of reading and improve literacy rates among youth across the state through

Attention Utah school media specialists! As you gear up for this year’s Battle of the Books, we want to help you stretch your library budget further. Book Buzz offers official Battle of the Books book sets available for checkout, and the best part is they are completely free!  With no rental fees, you can borrow sets containing 15 copies of

Whether you are a local librarian aiming to better serve your Spanish-speaking patrons, or a teacher looking to supplement your classroom library, the Utah State Library has something you need to know about: Spanish Language Kits. Our Spanish Language Kits are curated, high-interest collections designed to get kids and teens excited about reading. For Spanish-speaking students, being literate in their

Whether you’re a seasoned library director in a bustling city or a new staff member at a rural branch, the landscape of information science is shifting faster than ever. Keeping up with digital literacy, community needs, and the latest in cataloging isn’t just a bonus — it’s a necessity. The Utah State Library understands this. That’s why our training program

As we approach the U.S. Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026, the Utah State Library is inviting everyone to dive into the stories that shaped our nation. If you’re a fan of historical fiction, deep-dive biographies, or simply love a good book club discussion, the America250 Book Buzz collection is your perfect starting point. What is Book Buzz? Utah State Library’s

We are excited to share a summary of the significant achievements and progress made by the Utah State Library during Fiscal Year 2025. These successes underscore our commitment to expanding access, supporting local libraries, and ensuring that all Utahns have the resources they need to thrive. Expanding Access for the Blind and Disabled Community Utah State Library Program for the

Your Library, Upgraded You may notice that our website looks a little different, in the best ways! This new library catalog, called Aspen, provides you with 24/7, free access to your library. Check out our new, easy-to-use library catalog.  This new online catalog will benefit library patrons from our bookmobiles, bookmobile headquarters, and partner libraries, which include Fairview City Library,