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Ep #244 – Literacy, Learning, and Connection: A Conversation with Marie Pyko
In this episode, we’re joined by Marie Pyko, CEO of the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, to discuss the vital role the library plays in fostering community learning and connection.
Marie shares the Library's mission of being the center of community learning, emphasizing dignity, inclusion, and engagement for all, including those experiencing homelessness. With a staff of over 170, they continuously look for ways to connect with the community, ensuring that everyone feels welcome. We’ll explore the library’s unique approach as "the university for all" and its 2016 recognition as Library…
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