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Stephen Prine, head of network services, National Library Services for the blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress, Washington, DC, is the 2002 recipient of the ASCLA Service Award, presented by the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA), a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½).

The Service Award is a citation presented to recognize an ASCLA personal member for sustained leadership and exceptional service through participation in activities that have enhanced the stature, reputation, and overall strength of ASCLA as well as representation of ASCLA.

"For over 25 years, Stephen Prine has worked tirelessly for ASCLA," stated Jan Walsh, ASCLA award committee chair. "He has held numerous positions and acted in a variety of roles, including representation on the Board, the Budget and Finance, Awards, Nominating, Organization and Bylaws, and President's Program Committees, as well as a number of LSSPS Committees. Stephen is truly a leader whose achievements are many, a worthy selection for this award."