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Leadership in Library Acquisitions Award

Deadline for nominations is December 1.

Purpose

This award of $1,500, donated by Harrassowitz Company, is given to recognize the contributions by and outstanding leadership of an individual to the field of acquisitions librarianship. This recognition is made for individual achievement of a high order in this area.

Criteria

1. Nominees must have demonstrated leadership related to acquisitions librarianship, which has contributed significantly to improvements in the field.
2. Nominees must have demonstrated achievement in the field of acquisitions as evidenced by one or more of the following:
   • contributions to professional associations;
   • contributions to the literature including research;
   • contributions to the education of acquisitions professionals; and
   • contributions to the advancement of the profession.
3. Two letters of reference.
4. Employees of the Harrassowitz Company are not eligible to receive the award.

Submission Procedure

Each nomination shall include:

1. Relevant biographical information, e.g., name, address, positions(s) held, place of employment, phone numbers, educational background;
2. Statement of work and/or professional experience, professional activities, honors, and any other factors relevant to the nominee; and
3. Two letters of reference, sent directly to the chair from the author, not via the nominee. The award may be divided among two or more individuals who have participated jointly in the achievement for which it is granted.

For nomination information, contactthe Chair of the Leadership in Library Acquisitions Award Jury.

Award Recipients

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