AWARD ALERT: PUBLIC SERVICE
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is accepting nominations for the 2003 National Awards for Museum and Library Service. The awards are designed to honor the extraordinary public service provided by museums and libraries. Recipients of the award must demonstrate long-term, ongoing commitment to public service through innovative programs and community partnerships.
The principal selection criterion for the National Award for Library Service is the ability to demonstrate a systematic and ongoing commitment to public service through exemplary and innovative programs and community partnerships. Public or private non-profit libraries are eligible for the award. Nominated libraries must be open to the general public for at least 120 days a year. Anyone may submit a nomination, and nominations of libraries of all sizes are encouraged.
See the IMLS website for complete nomination guidelines and to download nomination forms - http://www.imls.gov/whatsnew/current/112102.htm. The deadline for nominations is February 15, 2003. |
