The American Psychological Association is seeking nominations for the 2013 APA Excellence in Librarianship Award, to be presented at the Educational & Behavioral Sciences Section (EBSS) Research Forum at the June 2013 American Library Association Annual Meeting in Chicago.
The APA Excellence in Librarianship Award recognises an outstanding contribution to psychology and behavioural sciences librarianship within the past five years, and consists of a $2,500 cheque and an inscribed plaque. The award is open to both librarians and allied professionals with at least five years of professional experience. It recognises a contribution to psychology and behavioural sciences librarianship including instructions, project development, publications, research or service.
Nominations are now being accepted, and should include a nomination statement which describes the contribution and its significance within and outside of the institution; a current curriculum vitae; and optional supporting documentation may be included with nomination (digital copies or URLs leading to online documentation). Letters of support (no more than three; at least one letter from a direct beneficiary of the services provided by the nominee is strongly encouraged).
The application deadline is April 19, 2013. All materials should be submitted electronically.
