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.
Roster
Amy E. Swartz
(Chair, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026)
Beth Hendrickson
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Elizabeth Hunt
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Dana Victoria Lema
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Buddy D. Pennington
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Carolyn Francys Schubert
(Member, July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026)
Diana Silveira
(Member, July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027)
Thomas Ferren
(Staff Liaison, August 20, 2024, to August 1, 2099)
Julie Reese
(Staff Liaison, May 3, 2023, to June 30, 2050)
Todd Ross
(Staff Liaison, May 20, 2025, to June 30, 2050)
Contact Core
(Staff, January 24, 2024, to June 30, 2050)
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Resources
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.
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