91´«Ã½ Honorary Membership
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About the Honorary Membership
Honorary membership may be conferred on a living person whose contribution to libraries and/or librarianship, or a closely related field, is so outstanding that it is of lasting importance to the advancement of the whole field of library service. The awarding of honorary membership is intended to reflect honor upon the 91´«Ã½ as well as upon the individual.
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91´«Ã½
Recipients receive a plaque and the following benefits:
- 91´«Ã½ membership dues waived for life.
- Complimentary conference registration for all 91´«Ã½ LLX and Annual Conferences for life
- Special invitations to conference events.
- Life membership in all 91´«Ã½ divisions (as desired).
- Complimentary copies of all 91´«Ã½ division journals (as desired).
- Listing in the special Honorary Member section
- Listing on the 91´«Ã½ VIP list to receive complimentary registration and preferential housing assignments at all future 91´«Ã½ LLX and Annual Conferences.
Professional Recognition Information
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Dolly Parton
2023 - Winner(s) The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) is set to confer an honorary lifetime membership upon award-winning singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist Dolly Parton for her longstanding... |
2023 - Winner(s) |
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Jim Neal
2022 - Winner(s) The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) Council elected former 91´«Ã½ President and Treasurer Jim Neal to honorary membership in the association, the 91´«Ã½'s highest honor, during the... |
2022 - Winner(s) | |
Maureen Sullivan
2022 - Winner(s) The 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½) Council elected former 91´«Ã½ President Maureen Sullivan to honorary membership in the association, the 91´«Ã½'s highest honor, during the virtual... |
2022 - Winner(s) |
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Robert Wedgeworth
2021 - Winner(s) Former 91´«Ã½ Executive Director Robert Wedgeworth was elected to Honorary membership, 91´«Ã½’s highest honor, is conferred in recognition of outstanding contributions of lasting importance to... |
2021 - Winner(s) |
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Carla Hayden
2018 - Winner(s) Hayden was nominated in recognition of her passionate dedication to equity of access and her historic appointment as the first woman and first African American... |
2018 - Winner(s) |
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Ann K. Symons
2017 - Winner(s) Symons was nominated in recognition of her contributions to advocacy, access, intellectual freedom and services to the LGBTQ community. One of the most prominent school... |
2017 - Winner(s) |
Title | Year | |
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Patricia Glass Schuman
2014 - Winner(s) Schuman co-founded Neal-Schuman Publishers in New York in 1976 with John Vincent Neal. Neal-Schuman specialized in books, media and professional education tools for librarians, educators... |
2014 - Winner(s) |
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No Awards Given
2013 - No Awards Given |
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No Awards Given
2013 - No Awards Given |
2013 - No Awards Given |
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Professor & Dean Emeritus, Rutgers University
2012 - Winner(s) Dr. Turock was nominated in recognition of her outstanding commitment and achievement in the field of library and information science, as a practitioner, educator, advocate... |
2012 - Winner(s) | |
U. S. Senator, (D, RI)
2012 - Winner(s) He was nominated for his continuing, unwavering and effective support of libraries in the U.S. Congress. Throughout his career, Reed has supported education and libraries... |
2012 - Winner(s) |
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Gebregeorgis
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No awards given
2010 - No Awards Given |
2010 - No Awards Given |
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Judith F. Krug
2009 - Winner(s) |
2009 - Winner(s) |
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Stueart
2006 - Winner(s) |
2006 - Winner(s) |
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Berman
2004 - Winner(s) |
2004 - Winner(s) | |
Library Educator and Publisher
2004 - Winner(s) |
2004 - Winner(s) |
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Public Librarian
2003 - Winner(s) |
2003 - Winner(s) | |
Thomas
2003 - Winner(s) |
2003 - Winner(s) |
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Trejo
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No awards given
1999 - No Awards Given |
1999 - No Awards Given |
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No awards given
1995 - No Awards Given |
1995 - No Awards Given |
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Vosper
1993 - Recipient(s) |
1993 - Recipient(s) |
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Becker
1992 - Recipient(s) |
1992 - Recipient(s) |
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Bush
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1990 - Recipient(s) |
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No awards given
1989 - No Awards Given |
1989 - No Awards Given |
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Moon
1987 - Recipient(s) |
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Ruffner Jr.
1987 - Recipient(s) |
1987 - Recipient(s) | |
Owens
1987 - Recipient(s) |
1987 - Recipient(s) |
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1986 - No Awards Given |
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Young
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Moore
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Cole
1978 - Recipient(s) |
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Cheney
1978 - Recipient(s) |
1978 - Recipient(s) | |
University Librarian, former 91´«Ã½ President
1978 - Recipient(s) |
1978 - Recipient(s) |
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No awards given
1977 - No Awards Given |
1977 - No Awards Given |
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Library Educator, former 91´«Ã½ President
1976 - Recipient(s) |
1976 - Recipient(s) | |
Liebaers
1976 - Recipient(s) |
1976 - Recipient(s) | |
Public Librarian, former 91´«Ã½ President
1976 - Recipient(s) Special Centennial Honorary Membership |
1976 - Recipient(s) | |
Public Librarian, former 91´«Ã½ President
1976 - Recipient(s) |
1976 - Recipient(s) | |
Library Educator
1976 - Recipient(s) |
1976 - Recipient(s) | |
University Librarian, former 91´«Ã½ President
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Library Educator
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Publisher
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1976 - Recipient(s) | |
University Librarian
1976 - Recipient(s) |
1976 - Recipient(s) |
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Intellectual Freedom Advocate
1975 - Recipient(s) |
1975 - Recipient(s) | |
Douglas
1975 - Recipient(s) |
1975 - Recipient(s) | |
Children's Librarian
1975 - Recipient(s) |
1975 - Recipient(s) | |
U.S. Congressman
1975 - Recipient(s) |
1975 - Recipient(s) |
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No awards given
1974 - No Awards Given |
1974 - No Awards Given |
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Krettek
1973 - Recipient(s) |
1973 - Recipient(s) |
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Rollins
1972 - Recipient(s) |
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Clift
1972 - Recipient(s) |
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Librarian of Congress
1972 - Recipient(s) |
1972 - Recipient(s) |
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Morton
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Clapp
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Fogarty
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No awards given
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1965 - No Awards Given |
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Wheeler
1964 - Recipient(s) |
1964 - Recipient(s) |
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Chancellor
1962 - Recipient(s) |
1962 - Recipient(s) |
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Hill
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1953 - No Awards Given |
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Stevens
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Finley
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Collins
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Benefactor
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U.S. President
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No awards given
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Academic Librarian
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Chairman, Library War Council
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Benefactor
1899 - Recipient(s) |
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Founder, Chautauqua Institution
1898 - Recipient(s) |
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No awards given
1897 - No Awards Given |
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No awards given
1896 - No Awards Given |
1896 - No Awards Given |
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Harris
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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University President
1895 - Recipient(s) |
1895 - Recipient(s) | |
Fiske
1895 - Recipient(s) |
1895 - Recipient(s) | |
University Librarian
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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Upson
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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Hale
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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Grant
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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University Librarian
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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Jencks
1895 - Recipient(s) |
1895 - Recipient(s) |
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No awards given
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U.S. Commissioner of Education
1893 - Recipient(s) |
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Library Trustee
1879 - Recipient(s) |
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University President
1879 - Recipient(s) |
1879 - Recipient(s) |
Title | Year | |
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Harry Miller Lydenberg
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Lowell A. Martin
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91´«Ã½
A person’s contributions to libraries and/or librarianship must be so outstanding that there can be no question about their eligibility
- The designation recognizes the contribution of an individual, rather than that of an individual representing the accomplishments of many.
- Honorary membership is conferred because of a contribution of more than passing interest and of more than local or regional achievement.
- The nominee’s actions or contribution to libraries and/or librarianship should be in clear alignment with or support of one or more of 91´«Ã½’s Core Values of Librarianship.
- The recipient may be a library worker or a person in a related field.
91´«Ã½
Nomination Instructions
To nominate an individual to Honorary Membership, complete the online . The form and all attachments must be received by September 1, 2024. Late nominations will not be considered.
The includes the following submission materials:
- Attachments
- Copy of curriculum vitae, which includes biography, career, honors, memberships, leadership positions, and/or publications
- Letters of Recommendations (min. 3, max. 5)
- Questions
- Tell us about the outstanding contributions this individual has made to libraries and librarianship.
- If the nominee does not work in the library field, how has their work and contributions had an impact on libraries and librarianship?
- With which 91´«Ã½ Core Value(s) do the nominee's actions or contributions directly align? Please provide examples of how their work and contributions align with each value you have identified.
- Is there anything else regarding this nomination that the Executive Board should know?
Criteria were developed by the 91´«Ã½ Executive Board Committee on Honorary Members, Special Nominations and Assignments (Kathleen Molz, Norman Horrocks, and Eric Moon, Chair) and first approved by the 91´«Ã½ Executive Board, June 1979. Revised by 91´«Ã½ Executive Board members (Stephanie Chase, Ana Elisa de Campos Salles, Amy Lappin and Christina Rodriques) February 2024.
91´«Ã½
Recipients receive a plaque and the following benefits:
- 91´«Ã½ membership dues waived for life.
- Complimentary conference registration for all 91´«Ã½ LLX and Annual Conferences for life
- Special invitations to conference events.
- Life membership in all 91´«Ã½ divisions (as desired).
- Complimentary copies of all 91´«Ã½ division journals (as desired).
- Listing in the special Honorary Member section
- Listing on the 91´«Ã½ VIP list to receive complimentary registration and preferential housing assignments at all future 91´«Ã½ LLX and Annual Conferences.
91´«Ã½
In the Fall, the 91´«Ã½ Executive Board considers Honorary Membership nominations.
In January, the 91´«Ã½ Executive Board forwards recommendation(s) to 91´«Ã½ Council for approval.
Newly elected Honorary Member(s) receive award recognition at the 91´«Ã½ Annual Conference Opening General Session.