by Margareta Horiba
Tulane University Law Library
Last year the FCIL SIS celebrated its tenth anniversary. It brought back memories of when as a novice law librarian I attended the AALL convention in San Diego and fell in with the foreign and international group working towards recognition as Special Interest Section. It was a stimulating experience which provided me with a great sense of motivation, though little did I know that one day I would have the honor of being elected chair. I have seen the FCIL grow in size, importance, and accomplishments since those days and have enjoyed making contacts and friends and being part of this cosmopolitan group.
It has been said before that we don't always become foreign law librarians out of design but often out of necessity as the foreign and international aspects of our work expand with the globalization of legal studies and practice. It continues to be a challenge that we can only thrive on. There is ample evidence online and in publications that much work is being done, work that we all benefit from. Sometimes, however, it is good to meet face to face. I hope that you will feel the value of attending the programs and seeking out the various working groups and committees that meet during the annual convention and share experiences and ideas. Our joint efforts are needed to secure the continuity and success of our Section.
I look forward to serving as FCIL Chair for 1996-1997.
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