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_____ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Deborah Littrell Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 11:48 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [syscon-tx] FW: IMLS Calls for Laura Bush 21st Century LibrarianGrant Applications fyi Deborah -----Original Message----- From: Jeannine Mjoseth [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 11:07 AM To: Jeannine Mjoseth Subject: IMLS Calls for Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant Applications The following is a text-only press release from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). An HTML version of this release can be read on the agency's Web site at www.imls.gov/news/2007/091807c.shtm <file:///\\www.imls.gov\news\2007\091807c.shtm> . FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 18, 2007 IMLS Press Contacts 202-653-4632 Jeannine Mjoseth, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mamie Bittner, [EMAIL PROTECTED] IMLS Calls for Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Grant Applications Application Deadline: December 17, 2007 Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) invites libraries, archives, and library agencies, associations, and consortia to apply for the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian grant program. The program supports efforts to recruit and educate the next generation of librarians, as well as the faculty who will prepare them for careers in library science. It also supports grants for research related to library education and staffing needs; curriculum development; early career development programs for tenure-track library and information science faculty; and continuing education and training for current librarians and their staff. Guidelines are available on the IMLS Web site at www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/pdf/L21_2008.pdf <file:///\\www.imls.gov\applicants\grants\pdf\L21_2008.pdf> (PDF, 436 KB). The application deadline is December 17, 2007. "More than ever, the field of librarianship is attracting individuals who are interested in leading edge technology, creativity in educational programming, and a life of public service," said Anne-Imelda M. Radice, Ph.D., Director of IMLS. "This program allows the next generation of librarians to fully engage in the future while holding onto the field's time-honored values." Applications, guidelines, and examples of successful proposals can be found on the agency's Web site at www.imls.gov/applicants/grants/21centuryLibrarian.shtm <file:///\\www.imls.gov\applicants\grants\21centuryLibrarian.shtm> . All applications must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov. Instructions for completing and submitting applications through Grants.gov are in the guidelines and on the IMLS Web site. Contact Senior Program Officer Stephanie Clark at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or Program Specialist Karmen Bisher at [EMAIL PROTECTED] with questions or for more information. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 122,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov <file:///\\www.imls.gov> .
