James R. Rettig

James R. Rettig
Jim Rettig in 2008
President of the American Library Association
In office
2008–2009
Preceded byLoriene Roy
Succeeded byCamila A. Alire
Personal details
Born(1950-11-11)November 11, 1950
DiedAugust 17, 2022(2022-08-17) (aged 71)
NationalityAmerican
Education
OccupationLibrarian
NicknameJim Rettig

James R. Rettig (November 11, 1950 – August 17, 2022)[1] was an American librarian and educator. He served as dean of libraries at the United States Naval Academy and as president of the American Library Association, the largest and oldest library association in the world.

  1. ^ Garcia, Raymond (2022-08-25). "Jim Rettig, 2008-2009 ALA President, Has Died". American Library Association. Retrieved 2022-10-05.