Award of $1,250 to a USA, Canada, or International current or former librarian, educator, or researcher for extraordinary contributions to adult services at libraries. Contributions will be evaluated based on factors such as creativity and innovation, the impact on others, demonstrated leadership, publications, and the measurable effectiveness of programs. The nominee may be a practicing librarian, a library and information science researcher or educator, or a retired librarian who has brought distinction to the profession's understanding and practice or services for adults.
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Eligibility Criteria" for clarification)
Additional Eligibility Criteria
Individual librarians may be nominated.
The individual may be a practicing librarian, a library and information science researcher or educator, or a retired librarian.
Eligibility
- Neither nominators nor nominees need to be members of ALA or RUSA.
- Anyone can be a nominator or a nominee regardless of nationality.
- Self-nominations are permitted.
Ineligible
The President of RUSA is not eligible for the award during their term in office.
$1,250 and a citation. Monetary award amounts are subject to change without notice and are contingent upon donor funding supplied at the time the award is presented.
