(courtesy of HLS-list)

Did you know that there's no limit to the number of awards that can be presented at the MLA conference? Over the years, the number of awards given out has dwindled, even though it's a known fact that our members are out there making a difference! It can't be done without you! Nominate your colleagues! Nominate yourself! Let's give our members the kudos they deserve! This year they will even be honored by MLA at the awards luncheon!

It's a new year! Don't worry about resolutions right now….it's time to reflect on what you and your colleagues have been doing over the year since the MLA conference in Chicago in May 2008! Many of our Hospital Library Section members are out there making a difference in the hospital librarianship field. HLS strives to recognize these members whose accomplishments and successes serve to advance the profession.

Have you taken notice of an HLS member’s endeavors such as:

• Activity in publication, research, technological innovation or leadership?
• Management of a special project or event on the job or in their community?
• Making a difference by contributing to the profession of hospital librarianship in their institution, local organization, chapter or national association, even though they've only been in the profession for five years or less?

Look for deeds such as:

• Publications in newsletters or journals
• Research projects
• Grant proposals
• Development of user's aids or poster sessions
• Development of new uses for software programs or networking breakthroughs
• Leading campaigns
• Holding office in any division of an organization
• Performing services that contribute to the betterment of those around them
• Taking charge to solve a problem
• Offering easier access to quality information
• Other unique or innovative activities

Nomination forms have been updated, as well as criteria for awards clarified, so see the awards page at http://hls.mlanet.org/Awards/index.html to print out forms and find more information.

The deadline of February 15th is fast approaching, but extensions may be agreed to by contacting Karin Havens, Chair of the Professional Recognition Awards Committee at
karin[dot]havens[atsign]emory[dot]edu prior to the deadline.

Labels: Annual Meeting, Hospital Libraries, MLA