Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee

Charge

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Bechtel: To administer annually the Bechtel fellowship to up to three librarians to read and study at the Baldwin Library of the George A. Smathers libraries, University of Florida.

DSA: To administer annually an award to recognize an individual who has made a significant contribution to children's services and ALSC

PRH Award: To select up to four children's librarians to receive a $600 stipend to attend their first 91´«Ã½ Annual Conference.

Scholarships: To select recipients and alternates for the annual ALSC scholarships: Frederic G. Melcher and Bound to Stay Bound for professional education of librarians to work with children; to publicize the scholarships to potential candidates; and to advise the ALSC board on needed changes in terms or administration of the scholarship.

Roster

Ana Cackley
(Staff Liaison, July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2029)

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Composition

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The Professional Recognition and Scholarships Committee consists of eight members appointed from the ALSC membership at large, serving 2-year terms and led by the two co-chairs, appointed in alternating years. (2 co-chairs + 6 members)

Origin

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Established in 2020 at the request of the ALSC Board of Directors.

Get Involved

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  • Award and evaluation committees are appointed in early fall (July-Oct)
  • Replacement positions pop up and are filled throughout the year (ongoing)

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