ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institute
Cambridge, Massachusetts
August 6-11, 2006
Leadership of academic libraries has never been more challenging. The goal of this innovative program is to increase the capacity of library directors to lead and manage. Participants are prepared to answer two key questions:
Click here for complete details and registration materials for the 2006 ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institute, August 6-11, 2006.
The Institute is limited to those with significant administrative responsibility in an institution of higher education, and who show high promise for making a significant contribution in the future. Registration from library directors, university librarians, and their associates and direct reports will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We expect this Institute to fill quickly, so register as soon as possible.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Library Leaders in HBCU Institutions or Tribal Colleges and Universities take note! Scholarships are available for the 2006 ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institute.
ACRL is pleased to announce the availability of two scholarships to support participation at the 2006 ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institute. In support of ACRL's commitment to librarians serving diverse communities, these two scholarships are for individuals currently working in Historically Black Colleges and Universities or those employed at Tribal Colleges or Universities.
Purpose
The purpose of the scholarships is to support the participation of academic and research librarians from the Historically Black Colleges and Universities or those employed at Tribal Colleges and Universities. The scholarship covers the cost of tuition to the Institute ($1,795 value). Expenses for travel and lodging will be the responsibility of the participant.
Criteria
Scholarship applicants must:
- be current ACRL members;
- be employed at an Historically Black College or University or at Tribal College or University;
- complete the online scholarship application form;
- submit a brief, written statement that describes how participation in the Institute will contribute to his or her leadership development, or define three ways in which the Institute will help improve her or his leadership effectiveness, and;
- demonstrate that they have support from their institution to attend the Institute by submitting a brief statement of support from an appropriate supervisor/manager/director at the institution.
How to Apply
Complete the application form available at: https://marvin.foresightint.com/surveys/Tier1Survey/ACRL/086
Deadline
The deadline to apply is February 15, 2006. Notifications will be issued in March 2006.
Questions
Please contact Margot Conahan at msutton@ala.org, 312-280-2522, if you have any questions or need additional details.
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