NEED
$$$ ?
Financial
assistance may be available from individual colleges, universities
offering
the programs, and/or your Library Employer or your own local
Library
Organizations, and Associations.
Remember
to explore "all" financial funding opportunities to attend conferences,
continuing
education courses, and/or locally based classes/workshops offered
by
sponsoring library organizations.
Library
Organizations & Associations
Check
these sites out for possible funding programs/scholarship or grant opportunities
for
furthering your education:
State/Regional
Library Association Guide
http://www.ala.org/cro/state_guide.html
Library
Organizations & Associations
http://www.libraryhq.com/orgs.html
Law
Library Organizations and Associations & US State & International
Associations
http://www.libraryhq.com/lawlibs.html
See
the resources of LISCareer.com
The
Library & Information Science Professional's Career Development Center
http://www.liscareer.com/networking.htm
Friends
of Libraries USA
http://www.folusa.com/
Related:
Directory
of Accredited LIS Master's Programs
http://www.ala.org/alaorg/oa/lisdir.html
LIS
studies - Libraryschools, universities and departments
http://www.db.dk/dbi/internet/schools.htm
See
also the resources on the Library Jobs &
More page regarding education
for
Paraprofessionals & future Librarians
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Scholarship
Programs for the Study of Library & Information Science
ALA Grants & Scholarships
Index
ALA Awards Program
Member Programs &
Services
American Library Association
http://www.ala.org/work/awards/grtscidx.html
Scholarships
available from ALA for Support Staff
http://www.ala.org/hrdr/support_staff.html
The
site Lists:
ALA
scholarships and eligibility requirements for library support staff currently
working in a library.
Applicants
who have applied for admission to a formal program
of
library and information studies leading to a master's degree may apply
for these scholarships.
This
page provides information on ALA scholarships
for library support staff only.
General MLIS Scholarship
Opportunities
http://www.ischool.washington.edu/mlis/finaidlis.htm
University of Oregon
Scholarships and Financial
Aid
for Graduate Library/Information
Studies Programs,
Staff Development, Research,
& Conferences
Lists various programs
available
http://libweb.uoregon.edu/admnpers/scholarships.html
IFLA
http://www.ifla.org/III/members/grants.htm
Quoted from site above:
IFLA administers a number
of Grants and Scholarships to enable aspiring
library and information
professionals from all over the world to enhance
their training and to
provide funding for new and exciting projects in the field of librarianship.
Full details and application
forms can be obtained from IFLA Headquarters.
Related:
IFLA Core Activity for
the Advancement of Librarianship (ALP)
2001
Annual Report
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Scholarship Information
of various programs in Libraries for Library Staff
Scholarships for Library
staff:
These are Examples and
Excerpts from a few of the programs available,
Please check with your
own institution, State & Local library associations,
consortiums, friends
of the library groups, etc. to see what what might be
available in your area.
**Note these are in
no particular order - as they are meant to be
informational links
to examples of programs that are available.
Delaware Library Association
Scholarships
http://www.dla.lib.de.us/scholarships.shtml
Quoted from the site
above:
Recommendations for the
following scholarships, awards, and citations
may be submitted by members
of DLA or by any citizen of the State of Delaware.
The recommended names
with supporting criteria should be presented to the
awards committee. They
are then submitted to the DLA Executive Board for
approval.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Grace Estelle Wheeless
died while president of DLA in January of 1950.
A fund was established
in her honor, "...to aid Delaware students in
library schools, or those
who have completed college study but need assistance
in earning their Master's
Degree."
The Helen H. Bennett
scholarship was originated in 1970 by the Delaware
School Library Association,
"...for the registration and/or tuition to
a person working for
library certification or a Master's Degree in
Library Science. This
person will agree to work in a school oriented library in
Delaware."
University of North Texas
http://essc.unt.edu/finaid/specschol.htm
LIBRARY STAFF SCHOLARSHIPS:
Award is open to both graduate and
undergraduate students
who are employed by the UNT Libraries and who maintain a
minimum GPA of 3.0. The
guidelines, number and dollar amount of these awards
vary annually. Guidelines
and application forms will be distributed to
Library staff in late
February.
Penn State Libraries
http://www.libraries.psu.edu/scholarship/
Example of one of the
scholarships available
Quoted from above site:
Adma Hammam Shibley Memorial
Scholarship in Library Science
This scholarship recognizes
and provides financial assistance to
undergraduate students
planning careers in the field of library
science.
First consideration is
given to undergraduates in the University
identified as planning
careers in and having a commitment to the field of library
science; second consideration
is given to undergraduate students
enrolled in the College
of the Liberal Arts. This scholarship was established in
1981 by Raymond N. Shibley,
Penn State Class of 1947, in memory of his family
and in honor of his mother,
Adma Hammam Shibley, a member of the Pattee
Library staff from 1945
to 1949
THE LIBRARY AND ITS FRIENDS
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA
Alachua County Library
District
http://www.acld.lib.fl.us/index.html
Scholarships funded in
2001-02
* $5,790.45 awarded
Scholarships for Library
Personnel Pays half of the tuition
of Library Personnel
who apply for successfully completed higher education
coursework.
A number of Library Staff
have completed their
Master of Library Science
degrees through this program.
Colorado Libraries Continuing
education scholarships for Library Staff
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/slcescholarships_intro.htm
Florida Broward County
Library System
Quoted from the site
http://www.broward.org/library/jobs2.htm#benefits
Professional Development
The Library is committed
to continuous professional and personal growth
of its employees through
the following...
Continuing Education
Programs: encourage staff to take degree and
non-degree courses and
attend workshops and seminars offered by professional
associations, community
colleges and universities.
Undergraduate and Graduate
Degree Scholarships: Broward County and the
Broward Public Library
Foundation provide tuition reimbursement and
scholarships to employees
for undergraduate degrees and master's
degrees in library science.
Wisconsin Continuing Education
Scholarships
http://www.owls.lib.wi.us/services/assistance/con_ed.htm
Outagamie Waupaca Library
System
Western
New York Library Resource Council
Professional Development
Grants
Quoted from the site:
The Professional Development
Grant Program (PDGP) was proposed by the Continuing Education Committee
and approved by the WNYLRC Board of Trustees in 1999. The purpose of the
PDGP is to assist the staff of member libraries in their professional development
by providing competitive financial aid. Grants from this program would
enable staff to attend conferences, seminars, workshops and other educational
activities sponsored by a professional association or organization, or
non-matriculated college undergraduate and graduate coursework which might
not be available locally and for which funds might not otherwise be available.
Eligible activities do not need to be sponsored by a library or library
organization.
http://www.wnylrc.org/GRANTS/PDGP/pdgp.htm
Related:
New
York State Library Resource Councils
*Note the resource
councils all have continuing education programs for Library Staffs
many programs are
free or at reduced rates for council members
http://www.senylrc.org/3rs.htm
Kentucky School Media
Association
Scholarship for study
to become a School Library Media Specialist
http://www.uky.edu/OtherOrgs/KSMA/scholarship.htm
Library of Michigan
Loleta Fyan Continuing
Education Scholarship Fund
Library of Michigan Foundation
http://www.libofmich.lib.mi.us/foundation/fyanfund.html
Dartmouth College Library
Staff Association
Scholarships for Library
staff
http://www.dartmouth.edu/~dclsa/scholar.shtml
University of Central
Florida -
Scholarships for Library
Student Assistants
http://library.ucf.edu/administration/scholarships/
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Other programs
Check
out Scholarships available from ALA for Support Staff
http://www.ala.org/hrdr/support_staff.html
The
site Lists:
ALA
scholarships and eligibility requirements for library support staff currently
working in a library.
Applicants
who have applied for admission to a formal program of library and information
studies leading to a master's degree may apply for these scholarships.
Factors
considered in making the awards include:
academic
excellence,
leadership,
and
evidence
of commitment to a career in librarianship.
Achievement
in these areas may best be demonstrated by statements indicating the nature
of library and other experience, by professional references, and by the
personal statement (which is part of the online application). PLEASE NOTE:
For all scholarships in this category, you only need one (1) personal statement.
This
page provides information on ALA scholarships
for library support staff only.
Many
units of ALA also provide scholarships not listed here.
http://www.ala.org/hrdr/support_staff.html
Take
advantage of the tax credits available (for US citizens)
Find
information about the
"The
Lifetime Learning Tax Credit"
and
"The
Hope Credit"
www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/Students/taxcuts/credits.html
Visit
the FSA - Federal Student Aid - resources
www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/
Federal
Student Aid Information
www.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/Students/
FinAid!
The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
ScholarSite
- Links for Education Info/Scholarship sites
Internet
Public Library
IPL
Pathfinder: Choosing a Library School
Quoted
from:
http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/libschool.html#funds
Looking
for Funds
Graduate
school is incredibly expensive, especially if you choose to attend an out-of-state
school, and library school is no exception. It is important to be fully
aware of your financial limitations. However, also know that there is money
to be found to fund your education, but it will take a lot of time and
effort to find and apply for what is available, so it's good to plan way
in advance.
http://www.ipl.org/div/pf/libschool.html#funds
Canadian Library Technician
Programs
http://www.cla.ca/resources/sch_tech.htm
Scholarships Available
http://www.cla.ca/resources/scholar.htm
See
also:
Scholarship Scams
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/edcams/scholarship/
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Miscellaneous
Sites of Information:
ALA Congress on Professional
Education
http://www.ala.org/congress/
ALA announces national
town hall meeting on library recruitment
Quoted from site:
http://www.ala.org/news/v8n3/townhallmeeting.html
"The Recruitment @ your
library town hall meeting begins with the premise that the most valuable
asset in your library is its staff," ALA President John W. Berry said.
"The broadcast will address the salient issues libraries face in the coming
decade: the looming staff shortage, the building of a diverse staff and
education opportunities for staff growth."
My own comments/questions
to ponder:
Doesn't it make sense
that Libraries promote and/or recruit future staffing needs from within?
Doesn't it make sense
that Libraries work to develop Scholarship or Funding
resources for their staff
to further their education?
Doesn't it make sense
that job descriptions, job hiring requirements, on the job competencies,
etc.
be updated to reflect
the skills and training of staff already employed in Libraries?
Should Libraries consider
"competency" testing, or "experience" in "leiu" of a
MLS degree?
Is a MLS degree suitable
or enough for all library positions above the paraprofessional level?
Is figuring out a way
to attend & afford Library School to obtain a MLS degree,
our (a paraprofessional's)
ONLY OPTION for Career Advancement in Libraries?
Read:
The
M.L.S. Hiring Requirement
SPEC Kit 257, June 2000
by Julia C. Blixrud,
ARL
Traditionally, academic
research libraries have been expected to
require the M.L.S. for
any professional position
However, as libraries
create new types of positions
especially for those
with significant technology components,
library directors and
personnel officers have begun to question
whether the M.L.S. degree
is as necessary as other degrees or experiences.
This Kit includes the
Quick SPEC survey results and
selected documents addressing
institutional policies and procedures
for the hiring and appointment
process, as well as criteria for
the promotion and reappointment
processes in a variety of institutional settings.
http://www.arl.org/spec/257sum.html
SPEC Kit 212
Non-Librarian
Professsionals
December 1995
Introduction
With increasing frequency,
professional position announcements make reference to educational and experiential
requirements that are broader than, or in lieu of, the traditional M.L.S./library
experience qualification. In the not-too-distant past, librarians were
"forced" to assume professional roles beyond the immediate scope of librarianship
(e.g., personnel officer, systems analyst, facilities administrator, fund-raiser),
but it now seems that library administrators are willing to seek and hire
individuals with such specialized training and experience from within their
respective professions or fields.
Further, a segment of
the professional literature during the last decade or so, has vociferously
argued in favor of moving beyond the standard M.L.S. pool of applicants
and considering equally, if not giving preference to, candidates for librarian
positions who possess other requisite educational qualifications and experience.
Invariably, the main argument has revolved around the notion that to take
full advantage of the opportunities presented by informational technologies,
libraries need an infusion of diversified talent and a greater breadth
of perspective than what the traditionally trained and oriented librarian
brings.
In the spring of 1994,
a survey was conducted to determine the extent to which ARL member institutions
hire non-M.L.S. degreed applicants into professional positions. A follow-up
survey of those institutions which reported hiring such persons into professional
positions was conducted in summer 1995. Of the 119 ARL members, 95 (80%)
responded.
Read
remainder of kit results
See also my page:
New
Roles of Paraprofessionals in today's libraries
Interesting reading:
ARL Bimonthly Report
221
April 2002
Where Do the Next "We"
Come from? Recruiting, Retaining, and Developing Our Successors
by Paula T. Kaufman,
University Librarian, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and ARL
President
http://www.arl.org/newsltr/221/recruit.html
Related:
New Hires in Research
Libraries: Demographic Trends and Hiring Priorities
by Stanley J. Wilder
http://www.arl.org/newsltr/221/newhires.html
California Library Association
Recruiting Survey:
Results
By: Cindy Mediavilla
and Debra Hansen
http://www.cla-net.org/pubs/survey.html
See the Staff
Training Resources page for examples of programs available on
the internet,
some are free, or web
based, etc. - Be sure to check out available funding opportunities
in your area, to locate
funds to pay for "fee based" classes.
Also see the Conference
News page - for conferences and seminars etc. that may
offer "scholarships"
for attendance. Your own local area organizations may also
offer funding for attendance
at such conferences & seminars as well.
See the "Staff
Sites" page for Support Staff organizations
Related information for
those looking for $$$: Funding & Grantwriting
for Libraries
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