2007 Florida Library Association Scholarships
Deadline for receipt of scholarship applications: February 1, 2008
The Florida Library Association (FLA) Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that the application process has begun for the 2008 scholarships, which will be awarded at the Annual Conference scheduled for April 22-25, 2008 at the Tradewinds Beach Resorts and Conference Ceter, St. Pete Beach, Florida.
Three graduate school scholarships are available: one at Florida State University, one at the University of South Florida and a third, the Minority scholarship, which may be awarded at either school. To qualify for a Minority Scholarship, the candidate must belong to one of the following ethnic groups: Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian/Pacific Islander, or American Indian/Alaska Native.
The scholarships are available from a dedicated fund and have been given since 1995. This fund is replenished through donations and fundraising activities. The primary fundraising activity is the Silent Auction held at the FLA Annual Conference.
Eligibility Requirements
- applicant must be a resident of Florida and have some experience in a Florida library;
- be admitted to an FSU or USF library/information graduate degree program;
- commit to working in a Florida library for a minimum of one year after graduation; and
- be an FLA member in good standing.
Submission Requirements
- Complete and submit the application (Form 22 FLA Scholarship Application), including an essay of no more than three pages.
- Submit an official letter of acceptance to FSU or USF graduate school with your application.
- Arrange for three letters of reference to be sent under separate cover by February 1, 2008.
- Submit to Mary Jo Peltier, FLA Scholarship Committee, 2128 Glennridge Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32308.
Email: peltierm@mail.leon.k12.fl.us
