Katherine Laich

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Katherine Laich

Katherine Laich (January 24, 1910 – November 16, 1992) was a prominent librarian and leader in the profession. She served as president of the American Library Association from 1972 to 1973.[1]

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Katherine Laich
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President of the American Library Association
In office
1972–1973
Preceded byKeith Doms
Succeeded byJean E. Lowrie
Personal details
Born(1910-01-24)January 24, 1910
DiedNovember 16, 1992(1992-11-16) (aged 82)
NationalityAmerican
Education
OccupationLibrarian
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Education

Laich earned her undergraduate degree from Wilson College in 1930 and her Library Science degree from the University of Southern California in 1942.

Career

She spent much of her career as a librarian at the University of Southern California.[2][3]

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