Morningstar Public Librarian Support Award

About the Morningstar Public Librarian Support Award This annual award offers travel funds for ALA’s Annual Conference to a public librarian who has performed outstanding business reference service and who requires financial assistance to attend the conference.

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Award and Frequency

This annual award, sponsored by Morningstar, offers $1,000 in travel funds for ALA’s Annual Conference.

This award is given out on an annual basis.

Eligibility

The winner must be a member of ALA, RUSA, and BRASS. The recipient shall have a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career as a business reference librarian and the potential to be a leader in the profession.

Applicant Responsibility

The winner will be expected to participate in BRASS activities at the conference for which the award has been made and to write a short statement regarding his or her experience at the conference for publication following the event.

Application Instructions

To nominate a librarian, download and complete a nomination form, following the submission instructions therein. Questions  should be directed to the committee chair.

Contact Information

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be evaluated based on the following: involvement in special projects; creation of a business web site; outstanding service to the community; publications, or related activities.