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PPL Alum
PPL welcomes individuals from all walks of life and each has a unique story to tell — stories that illustrate the positive impact our library makes in the lives of those we serve. Stories that YOU make possible!
Meet some of our PPL Alum.
Shuk Chun (Ann) Yiu
I studied commercial design at an art school after finishing high school in my hometown, Hong Kong. My career has been as a graphic designer. I joined classes at the Library to improve my English writing, reading and conversation skills. More recently, I studied to prepare for the citizenship test. I’m enrolled in the Advanced ...
Jeffrey Tejada
As a junior at Brown University, I got into the Bonner Community Program – the purpose of which is to get students to engage with and do some service for the community. When the people at PPL said they were hoping to start a tutoring program, I knew it was something I could do here. ...
Mike Malkoff
As an at-home dad, I was eager for opportunities to connect with other dads in the area after moving here with my wife and daughter. PPL’s Chace Children’s Discovery Library is a great early learning place for young children and parents and an awesome hub of activity! It has been a center point for us and ...