Retired Canisius University Archivist, Kathleen DeLaney received the Library All Star Award from the Western New York Library Resources Council. The award was presented at the council’s annual meeting on October 22, 2024. The citation noted:
“Thanks to Kathleen’s efforts and her ability to forge relationships in the local community, the history and records of multiple community organizations including the Kalina Singing Society, Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME), and Ms. Constance Eve’s Women for Human Rights and Dignity, are now preserved. The breadth of knowledge she has regarding these collections demonstrate not only her commitment to preserving the history of Canisius, but also the history of Buffalo. Matt Kochan noted that Kathleen “bleeds blue and gold” and her love for the university is present in all that she has accomplished. As an active community member, she has worked closely with faculty and students on creating art exhibitions and utilizing primary sources for research. She also spent her own time working as a field reviewer with the Documentary Heritage Preservation Services for New York and as a valuable member of Western New York Archivists.”
Congratulations Kathleen!
Submitted by: Kristine Kasbohm, Library Director, Bouwhuis Library
