Would you like to attend this year's ALA Conference, but do not have the means to do so? Apply for the Shirley Olofson Memorial award by 11:59 on January 31, 2026. The award offers $1,000 to one person to offset costs and expenses to attend this year's Annual Conference in Chicago, IL., on June 25-June 29, 2026. You must be a current ALA and NMRT member to apply.
To apply, please visit the Shirley Olofson Memorial Award Application.
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| NMRT Shirley Olofson Award: The Shirley Olofson Memorial Award is presented annually in honor of Shirley Olofson, a well-respected former NMRT President, who died during her term in office. The award, which is intended to help defray costs to attend the ALA Annual Conference, will be presented in the form of a check for $1,000 during the 2026 Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. |
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For questions, please contact the Leadership Development Director, Dr. Michelle Osborne, michelle.osborne@gastongov.com.
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Michelle Osborne
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[Gaston County Public Library]
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