Opening General Session & Keynote

Thursday, October 16 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

[credit: Taylor Reschka]

Steve Hofstetter, celebrated comedian, acclaimed author, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee for his impactful charity work within the comedy community, will headline the opening general session of the 2025 American Association of School Librarians (AASL) National Conference.

“The school library was a refuge for me. It’s where I learned my love for the written word, for clever phrasing, and for a good plot twist. It’s where I explored fictional worlds and researched history to learn more about the one we live in. I want to thank AASL for trusting me with such an important platform." - Steve Hofstetter