[Genealib] Call for Nominations Deadline Extended -- Genealogical Publishing Company Award

[Mary K. Mannix]

Call for Nominations Deadline Extended -- Genealogical Publishing Company
Award



The Genealogical Publishing Company Award Committee, History Section,
Reference and User Services Association of the American Library Association
continues to seek nominations for the 2009 award recipient.  The award,
established in 1992, consists of $1,500 cash, with a citation, to a
librarian, library, or publisher who has achieved excellence in historical
reference and research librarianship.  Sponsored by Genealogical Publishing
Company, a major distributor of genealogical works, this award is intended
as a career achievement award for persons who have made ongoing
contributions to history librarianship over many years and\or who have been
active in the History Section of ALA. Nominees must presently be a member of
the RUSA History Section. The nominations will be evaluated for exceptional
accomplishment in such fields as bibliography, book reviewing, indexing,
professional association leadership, programs, and training.  The list of
previous winners can be viewed at

http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/rusa/awards/genealogicalpublishing/index.cfm
.


To nominate an individual, send a letter following the format below,
detailing the individual's accomplishments and service to the field.  The
Committee understands that not all fields may be relevant for all nominees.
Current membership in RUSA and the History Section is required. Nominations
much be received by January 23, 2009.  Nominations are to be sent, faxed, or
e-mailed to:

Mary Mannix

C. Burr Artz Public Library

110 E. Patrick Street

Frederick, MD 21701

301-924-2054 (fax)
mkmannix at gmail.com

This format may be cut and pasted or downloaded. Accompanying materials are
welcomed.   Please keep in mind that as well known as the nominee may be,
not everyone on the panel may be familiar with their work.  Nominations will
remain active for two years. Individuals nominated this year who do not
receive the award will automatically be reconsidered for the 2010 award.

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Name of nominee:

Present title:

Present employer:

Contact information:

Past positions:

Service to History Section:

Service to RUSA:

Service to ALA:

Service to allied organizations:

Awards received:

Publications:

Anything else the Committee should know:

Nominator:

Nominator's Contact Information:

-- 
Mary K. Mannix
Maryland Room Manager
C. Burr Artz Public Library
Frederick County Public Libraries
Frederick, MD
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