DEADLINE:  Nominations must be received NO LATER THAN March 6, 2009.
~ fill out our online nomination form below~

For “OUTSTANDING Paralibrarian of the Year”, take a moment to think about a non-MLS colleague who …

    • Consistently goes beyond the limits of the job title
    • Carries their passion beyond the physical building into the community and state level
    • Exemplifies the ideal that true professionalism is not limited to professional librarians
    • Exhibits adaptability, takes initiative and inspires others
    • Is a problem solver with a can-do, professional attitude
    • Seeks educational opportunities
    • Thinks outside the box

The “Paralibrarian Advocate of the Year” award is for a director, trustee, supervisor, colleague, paralibrarian or anyone else who …..

    • Knows the value of paralibrarians in our libraries
    • Works to increase visibility and opportunities for non-MLS staff
    • Demonstrates outstanding support for paralibrarians

If you know someone who meets these criteria, why not honor them with a nomination for one of these awards?   Just let us know why this person is deserving of the award.

Nominations can be submitted on-line at www.masslib.org, by email or postal mail to:

Denise Faucher, Worcester Public Library, 3 Salem Square, Worcester, MA  01608
dfaucher@cwmars.org

Download the Paralibrarian Advocate of the Year or Outstanding Paralibrarian of the Year nomination forms from this site.

 

Please complete the entire application and then click the submit button at the bottom of the page.

Which award is this nomination for?

Nominee’s Name:

Nominee’s Library:

Nominee's Library Director/Supervisor:

Your Name:  

Your Library:

Your Phone: Your Email:

 

This is a chance for MLA to publicly honor your deserving colleagues at the 2009 Annual Conference in Springfield!
Submit your nomination now!!

 

Selection of award winning nominees will be made by the Executive Board of the MLA Paralibrarian Section.  A confirming reference check will be conducted on all finalists.  Winners need not be members of MLA, however, participation in library organizations such as MLA will be given special note.  All award decisions are final.


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