McCracken

currently the creator/publisher of Shipindex.org

About

Peter McCracken, currently the creator/publisher of Shipindex.org, has made extraordinarily distinguished contributions to the field of serials librarianship, the serials information chain and serials standards. Among his innovations are vast improvements in electronic serials content management and the creation of a variety of revolutionary automated services that support library and user access to serials on the Web. His numerous presentations at meetings and conferences, exceptional participation in the setting of industry standards, important publications in the serials literature and ongoing contributions to professional organizations worldwide set him apart as a creative leader and a critical thinker in our discipline.

Awards Won

Title Year
Ulrich's Serials Librarianship Award
The award is given for distinguished contributions to serials librarianship, including but not limited to those made within the previous three years, demonstrated by such activities as leadership in serials-related activities through participation in professional associations and/or library education programs, contributions to the body of serials literature, conduct of research in the area of serials, development of tools or methods to enhance access to or management of serials, other advances leading to a better understanding of the field of serials.
2011 - Recipient(s)