Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz

Associate Dean of Teaching, Learning, and Engagement, New York University

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About

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"Shawn(ta) Smith-Cruz was selected for the Women & Gender Studies Section Award for Significant Achievement in Women & Gender Studies Librarianship because of her outstanding work with the Lesbian Herstory Archives to collect and preserve materials from the group Salsa Soul Sisters. Her work as an archivist and exhibit coordinator for this group made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of the histories of queer women of color. " - WGSS Awards Committee

Awards Won

Title Year
WGSS Award for Significant Achievement in Women & Gender Studies Librarianship

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This award is given annually to honor a distinguished academic librarian who has made outstanding contributions to women and gender studies through accomplishments and service to the profession. The award recognizes those who have made significant one-time contributions.

2020 - Winner(s)