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MLA Librarians without Borders® Ursula Poland International Scholarship - applications now open!

  • 1.  MLA Librarians without Borders® Ursula Poland International Scholarship - applications now open!

    Posted Jan 06, 2025 11:57 AM

    📢 Librarians without Borders® Ursula Poland International Scholarship 📢

    The Medical Library Association (MLA) is excited to offer the Librarians without Borders® Ursula Poland International Scholarship, awarding $1,000 annually to support international projects by U.S. or Canadian health sciences librarians. Named in honor of Ursula Poland, a dedicated advocate for global health information access, this scholarship aims to promote international collaboration and enhance health sciences librarianship globally. Applications are due by January 31st, 2025.

    Eligibility:

    • MLA members who are U.S. or Canadian citizens/permanent residents.
    • Must have at least 5 years of continuous work experience in a health sciences library.
    • Professional library or information science qualification (may be waived for exceptional candidates).

    Application Requirements:

    • Detailed cover letter explaining the goals of the international project.
    • Statement on how the scholarship funds will be used.
    • Project timeline and itemized expenses.
    • Current CV or resume.
    • Three letters of reference.

    Take advantage of this unique opportunity to make a global impact in health sciences librarianship! Learn more and apply here. Learn more and apply here.

    Visit the MLA website to learn about all available grants and scholarships.



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    Daisy De La Rosa
    Information and Instruction Services Librarian
    Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Medical Library
    Florida International University
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