First Step Award

A Wiley Professional Development Grant

Deadeline for nominations is December 1.

Purpose

This Wiley Professional Development Grant is intended to provide librarians new to the serials field with the opportunity to broaden their perspective and to encourage professional development in ALA Conference and participation in Serials Section activities. The $1,500, donated by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., cash award is applicable toward round trip transportation, lodging, registration fees, etc. Eligible applicants may apply more than once.

Application Process

Completed applications shall be sent to the chair of the award committee by the deadline. Each application shall include:

1. Candidate's current resume or vita and
2. Two letters of reference.

Criteria for Selection

1. Commitment to professional development in the serials field as evidenced by participation in continuing education activities, workshops, previous participation in professional activities,
2. Candidate's written justification for the grant in terms of commitment to and interest in serials related work,
3. personal and professional development, and
4. financial need.

For nomination information contact the Chair of the First Step Award Jury.
 

Recipients of the Award

Year	Recipient(s)
2007	Paula Webb
2006	Patrick L. Carr
2005	Jennifer Arnold
2004	Vickie Melicher
2003	Dianne Ford
2002	Susanna Flodin
2001	Allen B. Ashman
2000	Jian Wang
1999	Charity K. Stokes
1998	Lauren E. Corbett
1997	Linda M. Pitts
1996	Corinne C. Jacox
1995	Gloria Guzi
1994	H. Charlene Chou
1993	Christa Easton