Thank you to AFS President Amy Skillman!
It would take a book to itemize and admire all of the vital tasks and key accomplishments that Amy Skillman realized during her year as American Folklore Society President-Elect (2023) and her two years as AFS President (2024, 2025). I know that I speak on behalf of the whole AFS membership when I note here my profound thanks for all that Amy has done to support and advance AFS, the field of folklore studies, and the quality of cultural life experienced in the communities–both grassroots and academic–that folklorists aspire to serve. I am appreciative of all that she has done leading the society and I am grateful that she will continue to contribute as board member and Past-President in the year ahead. May 2026 be a great year for Amy and for all who help AFS thrive.
Shreds and Patches 
thank you Amy!!