The scholarship is designed to encourage the entry of qualified persons into the library and automation field who plan to follow a career in that field; who demonstrate potential in, and a strong commitment to the use of automated systems in libraries.
Candidates must not have earned more than 12 hours towards a Master of Library Science degree from an ÂÜÀòÍøÊÓƵAccredited MLS program. Economic need is considered when all other criteria are equal.
Candidates should illustrate their qualifications for this scholarship with a statement indicating the nature of their library experience, letters of reference, and a personal statement of the applicant's view of what he or she can bring to the profession, emphasizing experiences that indicate a potential for leadership and commitment to library technology. Economic need is considered when all other criteria are equal.
Application forms and instructions are available at . All applications, references, and transcripts and other documents must be received no later than March 1st, for that year's scholarship.