At the Arizona Library Association (AzLA) Conference on Oct. 22-24, Library Information Analyst Mona Ammon was recognized with the 2025 Sharon G. Womack Outstanding Library Technician Award. Ammon is part of Systems and Analytics in the Access and Information Services (AIS) department. 

The award is given to an individual who has served as a model of the important role that the paraprofessional plays in providing quality library service and has exemplified an integral part of the paraprofessional performs as a library staff member.

The 2024 award recipient was Patricia Ballesteros, University Libraries Library Information Associate, SR, in Special Collections.

Excerpts from Ammon's University Libraries colleagues' award nomination letters:

• Patricia Ballesteros: "Through her innovative work and commitment to community engagement, Mona has significantly enhanced the library’s reputation as a forward-thinking, inclusive, and community-centered institution." Read full letter.

• Teresa Hazen, Department Head, Collection Services: "[Mona's] smart, kind, positive, accepting, fearless, hard-working, and not afraid of change. Mona is both a keen learner and an excellent listener." Read full letter.

• Lee Hemphill, Principal Library Applications Analyst, Collection Services: "Mona really stands out for her dedication, strong work ethic, and professionalism – just what this award is about." Read full letter.

• John C. Miller Wells, Manager, Assessment, AIS: "Mona exemplifies the values of our organization: she is dependable, innovative, and dedicated to continuous learning." Read full letter.