QUALIFICATIONS: Be a library school student or first time SLA conference attendee; be a current member of SLA, preference going to Science-Technology Division members; must be attending his or her first SLA conference;

NOMINATIONS: Self-nominations are encouraged.

Send a typed and signed document including complete title, Library School and anticipated graduation date, employer, and all professional and personal contact information.

All nominations must also include the following:

A short essay (500 words or less) on the theme of the 2008 Annual Conference: “Breaking Rules, Building Bridges .” The essay should be double-spaced. Neatness, spelling and grammar will count in judging. Supporting documentation must include a current curriculum vita OR resume for the candidate, significant publications, supporting letters, etc.

Applications should also mention if you are currently applying for other SLA division awards. A copy of the nomination/application form is included here.

DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: March 1, 2008

POST AWARD REQUIREMENTS:
1. Recipient (s) will write a brief article (approximately 1,000 words) on the conference experience for the November 2008 SciTech News.
2. Recipient (s) will be asked to serve on the Science-Technology Division Awards Committee in the following year to provide for the continuity and enthusiasm of the awards.

NOTIFICATION:
1. Applicants will receive notification of award status by mid March 2008. The award checks will be sent to the recipient as soon as the receipts are received by the Awards Chairperson.
2. The recipients’ names will be posted to the Science-Technology Division’s Web site
3. The award will be announced and presented to the recipient at the Science-Technology Division’s Annual Business meeting/breakfast.