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Who We Are

The Friends is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization consisting of 1,200 advocates, an active volunteer base, an enthusiastic board, and an incredible half-time Operations Manager. It is our mission to provide support, service, and advocacy for the library. 

Meet Our Board of Directors

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Amanda Shankle

President

Member

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Melissa Baum

Operations Manager

Member; Book Sales, Partners & Promotions Committees

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Jennifer Foley

Member

Chair; Book Sale Committee

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Trent Wetta

Member

Member; Governance Committee

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Board Positions Open Now!

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Tisha Johnson

Vice-President

Book Sale and Governance Committees

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Leslie Meiring

Treasurer

Member; Finance & Governance Committee

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Andrea Glessner

Member

Co-Chair; Partners & Promotions Committee

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Kensley Pottebaum

Member

Co-Chair; Partners & Promotions Committee

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Erin Shields

Member

Member; Partners & Promotions Committee; Website

Want to Learn more about the Library or the Friends official

policies and procedures?  CLICK HERE

Contact The Board

Advanced Learning Library

711 West 2nd St. N.

Wichita KS, 67203

(316) 261-8500

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