Andrea Placher

WILLISTON – Williston Community Library Director Andrea Placher has been named as the North Dakota Library Association’s 2025 Librarian of the Year.

Placher was presented the award at the NDLA Annual Conference banquet on Thursday, Oct. 2. According to City of Williston information, the Librarian of the Year award was established in 1992 and is given to an NDLA member who has made notable contributions to the North Dakota library profession, furthered significant developments of libraries in North Dakota and performed exemplary statewide service for an extended period.

Placher has been with the Williston Community Library for nearly 15 years. She has been serving as NDLA president in 2025.

Placher was presented the award by NDLA President-Elect Jason Bedsaul, who steps in after Placher completes her term.