FHSLA | Librarian of the Year Information

At the 2002 Business Meeting in St. Augustine Florida, the Association created a FHSLA Librarian of the Year Award to recognized an individual within FHSLA that was shown dedication and make contributions to his or her library. The first recipient, Janet Schneider, was awarded this honor at the 2004 Business Meeting.

ELIGIBILITY

General Criteria (required) to apply for the FHSLA Librarian of the Year:

Must be a current member of FHSLA
Must be a member of FHSLA for a least one year
Candidate makes important contributions to his/her library
The candidate has demonstrated excellence in job performance
At least 5 years as an information professional

TERMS

The recipient will receive an individual plaque, as well as the traveling plaque at the FHSLA Annual Meeting for his/her recognition as the Librarian of the Year. It is requested, but not required, that the recipient be present at the Annual Meeting. Applications must be received by April 28, 2008.

PRESENTATION

Announcement of the winner will be made at the Business Meeting.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Honor and Awards Committee will receive application forms and determine that applicants have met the general criteria.

A point system will be used as an evaluation tool in the following areas: influences and accomplishments at work, outstanding achievements, contribution to the profession, and leadership qualities.

NOMINATION FORM

Nomination form (PDF)

Florida Health Sciences Library Association

Libriaran of the Year Information