We are so pleased to announce that Ruth is MLA’s 2009 Librarian of the year! The letter from the MLA awards committee cited Ruth’s outstanding achievements over her years of providing service to Michigan libraries. In her award letter, Kristen Valyi-Hax, Awards Committee chair, wrote, “We appreciate your hard work and dedication on behalf of Michigan libraries, and we are impressed with what you have accomplished.” Having worked with Ruth for many years, I can only say that this is an award Ruth richly deserves. Every day she shows her dedication to libraries. Congratulations Ruth!