Christian Larew Memorial Scholarship Committee

Charge

Solicits nominations and selects a qualified student to be the recipient of this scholarship to pursue a master's level ALA accredited degree with an emphasis in library and information technology.

Fill Out the Volunteer Form

Roster

Dale Poulter
(Chair, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025)
Amy E. Swartz
(Vice-Chair, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025)
Jennifer R. Culley
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025)
Elizabeth Hunt
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Buddy D. Pennington
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Bethann Zani Rea
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Dhanushka Samarakoon
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Carolyn Francys Schubert
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Diana Silveira
(Member, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025)
Amy E. Swartz
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Thomas Ferren
(Staff Liaison, August 20, 2024, to August 1, 2099)
Julie Reese
(Staff Liaison, May 3, 2023, to June 30, 2050)
Contact Core
(Staff, January 24, 2024, to June 30, 2050)

Displaying active committee roster as of 05/18/2025. Last retrieved on 05/18/2025. Refresh now.

About this Committee

Deliverables

  • Promotes the opening of the application process and solicits award nominations;
  • Reviews applications and selects scholarship recipient;
  • Periodically reviews and revises the scholarship criteria;
  • Chair writes the announcement and citation.

Expected Time Commitment

  • Holds 1-3 virtual meetings and no face-to-face meetings each year;
  • Group members work an average of 5 hours per month in March, April, and May.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Familiarity with the award, awareness of current trends in library technology, or experience reviewing scholarship applications.
Sponsor

Baker & Taylor, LLC is the premier worldwide distributor of books, digital content and entertainment products. The company offers cutting-edge digital media services and innovative technology platforms to thousands of publishers, libraries, schools and retailers worldwide. Baker & Taylor also offers industry leading customized library services and retail merchandising solutions.

Baker and Taylor logo