Please fill out the following application and click "Submit" when complete.

Award and Frequency
One to two fellows will be given stipends of $2,500 to offset the costs of attending ALA's conferences.

This award is given out on an annual basis.

Eligibility
Must be an ALA member.

Must have worked as a library worker or information professional for at least five (5) years, or have been a library board member, trustee, or friend for at least five (5) years.

Must have attended at least one ALA Annual Conference or ALA LibLearnX/Midwinter Meeting.

Must show evidence of interest in, previous or current participation in governance at any level: high school, college, community, workplace, state or national organization, library organizations, ALA chapters or affiliates or any other governance experience.

Cannot be a current officer or member of an ALA Division or Round Table Board.

Applicant Responsibility
Must be able to participate in several conference calls over the course of the award year.

Must complete a short evaluation of their experience within two (2) months after ALA's Annual Conference.

Application Instructions
Please complete the online application and upload: 1) a personal statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in the program and how the knowledge gained will benefit ALA, your library and you career and 2) a copy of your CV (no more than two pages.)

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* 1. Applicant Information:

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* 2. Have you been a member of ALA for the last two (2) years?

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* 3. Please indicate your professional status:

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* 4. Have you worked in this capacity or library-related work for at least five (5) years?

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* 5. Have you attended at least one ALA Annual Conference, LibLearnX Meeting, or the now sunsetted Midwinter Meeting?

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* 6. Are you be able to attend the ALA 2025 LibLearnX in Phoenix, AZ (January 24 - 27, 2025) and 2025 Annual Conference in Philadelphia, PA (June 26 - July 1, 2025)?

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* 7. Are you willing to submit a brief report about your experience as a Fellow within two (2) months after the 2025 LibLearnX?

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* 8. Are you willing to to participate in multiple conference calls to discuss the program?

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* 9. Please upload a personal statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in the program and how the knowledge gained will benefit ALA, your library and your career.

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* 10. Please upload a copy of your CV (no more than two pages).

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