The objectives of the section shall be to represent members of ACRL who specialize or are otherwise professionally involved in the selection, acquisition, organization, and use of information resources related to literatures in English, to enhance those members' professional development, and to promote the improvement of library resources in support of study and research activities in this field. The section may initiate or sponsor programs, discussion sessions, publications, and other projects related to literatures in English in academic and research libraries.
Every member has the right to vote and to hold office within the Section.
Officers Section 1. The vice-chair shall serve one year in that office, followed by one year as chair, followed by one year as immediate past chair. The secretary shall serve a term of one year. All terms shall begin and end at the adjournment of the ALA Annual Conference. Duties of Officers a. Chair.