2. Art Libraries Society/Midstates Chapter Meeting
4. Crackers, Thaumatropes and Pinwheels
5. White Award
6. Summary of Grant Opportunities
7. Serials Cancellation Requests
Gwendolyn L. Pershing and Mary E. Krutulis have published an article "Using a Value Engineering Technique to Determine Salary Equity Among Academic Librarians" in LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT v. 10 no. 4 Fall 1996.
Heather Munro of the Public Services Department of the Lilly Library is happy to announce the birth of her second son, Jackson Ross Matlak. Jackson was born on Friday, October 4, 1996.
Effective November 1, Rita Barsun accepted the position of Walden University Library Liaison, which is under the umbrella of Access Services. Rita has been part of the Walden University team since March 1994 and holds an M.A.T. in French. She received her M.L.S. from IU in December 1993.
Effective November 11, Jeffrey Matlak accepted the Assistant Reading Room Supervisor position in Serials. Jeffrey has worked for approximately three years in an hourly position in the Library. He has an M.A. in History and is working on his Ph.D. in American History.
2. ART LIBRARIES SOCIETY/MIDSTATES CHAPTER MEETING
On November 8-9, B.J. Irvine hosted the fall meeting of the Midstates Chapter of the Art Libraries Society of North America. Over twenty art librarians, visual resources professionals, and guests attended this two-day event which included a reception, a business meeting chaired by Ursula Kolmstetter, Librarian, Indianapolis Museum of Art, and a special lecture by Jim Canary on "The Ancient Tibetan Art of Paper Making." Attendees also were able to enjoy a tour of the T.C. Steele Memorial in Nashville. Eileen Fry, Erika Dowell, and Carol LeBras assisted in making this a successful Chapter activity.
--B.J. Irvine, Fine Arts Library
3. a name="holiday">HOLIDAY PARTY NEWS
when: Thursday, December 12, 1996 time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM place: Main Library Staff Lounge Please join us for a holiday celebration -- food, music, SantaTo donate refreshments:
We are relying on volunteers to supply delicious refreshments for the party.
If you are planning to provide a baked good, or wish to donate money towards the punch and extra trimmings, please send this form to Judy Foster, in Serials. There will also be a sign up sheet in each department:
NAME: _________________________________________________________________
DEPT: ___________________________________ PHONE: __________________
TYPE OF FOOD ITEM ______________________________________________
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SURPRISES FROM SANTA
If you are bringing your child to the holiday party on December 12, that
child will receive a gift from Santa -- all you have to do is fill out this
form and return it to Lynn Smith, Library Administration via e-mail (smith6)
no later than Friday, December 6, 1996.
YOUR NAME __________________________________________________________
DEPT ____________________________________________________
CHILD NAME _____________________________________ AGE _________
CHILD NAME _____________________________________ AGE _________
CHILD NAME _____________________________________ AGE _________
4. CRACKERS, THAUMATROPES AND PINWHEELS: A WYLIE HOUSE WORKSHOPLearn to make these simple and appealing old-time novelties on Sunday, December 8, from 2 to 4 pm. All materials are provided -- bring only a pair of scissors. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Sign up by calling 855-6224 or e-mail BVWILLIA. This free workshop is funded by donations in memory of Cynthia Boyer. Wylie House is located at 307 E. 2nd Street and is handicap accessible.
5. WHITE AWARD APPLICATIONS INVITED
Employees of the IU Libraries systemwide who hold an MLS or equivalent degree are invited to submit applications for the Herbert F. and Virginia White Professional Development Award. All I.U. Libraries staff on all campuses in clerical, technical, and PA positions, and all individuals with librarian appointments are eligible to apply for this award. The White Award has been established to support the career growth of individuals who have chosen librarianship as a profession. An application form is included in this announcement.
The applicant for the White Award should write an essay clearly stating his/her intentions and expressing how the project or activity will fit into the individual's career goals. The essay should describe the activity in detail, stating when and where it will take place, including an itemized list of anticipated expenses, and the expected benefits to the individual's professional growth. A variety of activities- possibly, though not necessarily, related to research and/or continuing education- may be considered. When judging the relative merit of proposals, quality, not quantity will be important.
Eligibility: Employees of the Indiana University Libraries eligible to apply for the White Award include those persons in clerical, technical, academic, or Professional/Administrative positions holding ALA-accredited M.L.S. degrees, or the equivalent, from all campuses, including extra-systems libraries. Visiting and Part-time Librarians are not eligible, nor are active members of the White Award Committee. Librarians who receive the White Award may not apply again during the year following receipt of the Award. Preference will be given to those who have not previously received the Award.
Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated on the basis of the following:
* Appropriateness of the project to the stated career
goals of the applicant.
* Originality.
* Timeliness of the project on the applicant's career
path.
* Cohesiveness of the various components of the proposed
project.
* Clarity and strength of the narrative description.
Type of Award: Annual award of up to $2500. The award may be given to
one person or divided by two. Proposals which request less than the total
amount will be considered. If the award is not given one year, the funds may
not be carried over to the next year.***************************************************************************** pre> APPLICATION FORM HERBERT AND VIRGINIA WHITE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD Indiana University Libraries 1. Applicant's name: ___________________________________________ 2. Position: ___________________________________________________ 3. Office address: _____________________________________________ ___________________________ Campus: ______________________ 4. Telephone: _________________ E-Mail: ______________________ 5. On a separate sheet, please describe in narrative form the project which you wish to pursue. Clearly state how the proposed activity will contribute to your career as a library professional. Be sure to include a timetable for the project, as well as an itemized list of anticipated expenses.
6. Please give the name and address of your supervisor and any other people who will be writing letters of support for this project.
PLEASE SEND APPLICATION FORM TO THE LIBRARIES' PERSONNEL OFFICER BY DECEMBER 15.
6. SUMMARY OF GRANT OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS
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1. LITA/Gaylord Award for Achievement in Library and Information Technology
Annual award for achievement in library and information technology. May be made in recognition of distinguished leadership, notable development of application of technology, superior accomplishment in research or education, or original contribution to the literature of the field. Application and nominations invited; organized institutions or parts thereof are not eligible.
DEADLINE: DEC. 31. Amount: $1,000
CONTACT: ALA Awards Staff Liaison, (312) 280-3247; FAX (312) 280-3257;
e-mail: awards@ala.org.
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2. LITA/Library Hi Tech Award
Award to individual or group for work that shows outstanding communication for continuing education in library and information technology. Work or body of work may include one or more print publication (article or books); course plans or actual courses; non-print publications (visual or hypermedia).
DEADLINE: DEC. 31. Amount: $1,000 and plaque
CONTACT: ALA Awards Staff Liaison, (312) 280-3247; FAX (312) 280-3257;
e-mail: a href="mailto:awards@ala.org">awards@ala.org.
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3. Louis Shores-Oryx Press Award
Award to individual or team for work that shows excellence in reviewing of books and other materials for libraries. The recipient is selected for significant achievement related to reviewing of materials to help librarians make selection decisions. May be awarded to reviewers, review editors, review media, teachers, or organizations.
DEADLINE: DEC. 15. Amount: $1,000
CONTACT: Margaret Monsour, RUSA, (800)545-2433 ext. 4397; FAX: (312)944-8085;
e-mail:mmonsour@ala.org.
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4. ALA Denali Press Award
Annual award recognizes achievement in creating outstanding reference works
that provide information specifically about US ethnic and minority groups.
DEADLINE: DEC. 15. Amount: $500 and a plaque
CONTACT: Margaret Monsour, RUSA, (800)545-2433 ext. 4397; FAX: (312)944-8085;
e-mail:mmonsour@ala.org.
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5. ALA Isadore Gilbert Mudge - R.R. Bowker Award
Award presented to an individual who has made a distinguished contribution to reference librarianship in the form of an imaginative and constructive program in a particular library, the writing of a significant book or article, inspirational teaching or reference services, or active participation in professional organizations.
DEADLINE: DEC. 15. Amount: $1,500 and a citation
CONTACT: Margaret Monsour, RUSA, (800)545-2433 ext. 4397; FAX: (312)944-8085;
e-mail: mmonsour@ala.org.
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6. International League of Antiquarian Booksellers Bibliographical Prize
Every four years (next in 1998) the ILAB awards a prize to the author of
the best work, published or unpublished, of learned bibliography or of
research into the history of books or of typography, and books of general
interest on the subject.
DEADLINE: DEC. 31. Amount: $10,000
CONTACT: Konrad Meuschel, Prize Secretary, (02224) 78485
International League of Antiquarian Booksellers, Hauptstrasse 19 A, Bad
Honnef, D-53604
7. SERIALS CANCELLATION REQUESTS
The following serials cancellation requests have been received.
The titles below are the last copies in the IUB Libraries. Fund managers who wish to assume any of the titles should contact Laura Gabbard, Serials Department (855-4262 or lscurtis@indiana.edu), within 2 weeks following the date of this newsletter.
Fund 09 (East Asian Studies) -CH`UN CH`IU -CHUNG-KUO NUNG YEH NIEN CHIEN Fund 17 (Business) -HUMAN/TECHNOLOGY INTERACTION IN COMPLEX SYSTEMS -I/S ANALYZER CASE STUDIES -INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT -INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SERVICE INDUSTRY MANAGEMENT -REVUE FRANCAISE DU MARKETING -UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA JOURNAL OF INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC LAW Fund 41 (Geography) -GUIDE TO PROGRAMS OF GEOGRAPHY IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA Fund 64 (Latin American Studies) -CUADERNOS DEL TERCER MUNDO Fund 73 (Optometry) -ATTI DELLA FONDAZIONE GIORGIO RONCHI -AUGENOPTIKER (which includes EUROPAISCHE OPTIK-HANDBUCH) -CURRENT OPINION IN CELL BIOLOGY -FOCAL POINTS (SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.) -HEALTH GRANTS FUNDING ALERT -JOURNAL FRANCAIS D'OPHTALMOLOGIE -OPHTHALMOLOGE -OPTICA PURA Y APLICADA -OPTOMETRIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) -SCHWEIZER OPTIKER -SENSORNYE SISTEMY. ENGLISH. SENSORY SYSTEMS -VESTNIK OFTALMOLOGII
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