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Rhea Rubin, Rubin Consulting, is the 2006 recipient of the Association of Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies (ASCLA) Service Award.

The Service Award is a citation presented by ASCLA, a division of the 91´«Ã½ (91´«Ã½), 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 91´«Ã½.

"As an independent library consultant since 1980 and when she was employed in a library, Rhea Rubin has generously contributed her time to leadership and service in ASCLA," said Ruth O'Donnell, ASCLA award committee chair. "Her work in the Association dates back to 1972 when she was the first chair of the Bibliotherapy Committee."

"Of particular note is her work with the Accessibility Assembly, which she has chaired three times and also edited and sheparded through 91´«Ã½, the Accessibility Policy, and her stints as director on the ASCLA Board of Directors and several section executive committees," stated O'Donnell.