Dear Safranim, Below is information from the AJL website on student scholarships. The application deadline is May 7, 2025. Please feel free to forward this announcement. Thank you!
*Due to the limited number of available academic scholarships, **students are strongly advised to also apply separately for conference support, using the Conference Support application form <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.gle/QC3tRg7ewRAni2vr9__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5odTnbpJA$ >. Please note the May 7 application deadline.* *The Association of Jewish Libraries is pleased to offer an academic scholarship with conference subvention. *The award includes an *academic scholarship of *$*3,000* to a student enrolled in or accepted into a graduate school of library and information science. [When the AJL Conference is in person, the academic scholarship is offered in combination with a *conference subvention award* (not to exceed $2000) to cover registration, travel expenses, and hotel (double occupancy).] *Conference attendance is required as a condition of accepting the scholarship.* Prospective candidates should have knowledge of and interest in Jewish studies, and demonstrate the potential, ability, and intention of pursuing a career in Judaica librarianship. This scholarship is merit-based rather than needs-based. AJL welcomes and highly encourages award recipients’ involvement in the organization through volunteer and mentorship opportunities. By attending the conference, the awardee will benefit from special programming geared toward first-time attendees and networking with librarians at all career stages and specializations. *The online conference fee for the student scholarship awardee is $40 and can be waived in cases of need.* *Students are strongly advised to also apply separately for conference support, using the Conference Support application form <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.gle/QC3tRg7ewRAni2vr9__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5odTnbpJA$ >. Please note the May 7 application deadline**.* *Eligibility * AJL membership is not required for eligibility. You must provide proof of acceptance for the next academic year or proof of current enrollment in one of the following programs leading to a master’s-level degree: - An ALA-accredited library school in the United States or Canada - An accredited library school in either the United Kingdom, Australia, or New Zealand - Graduate library school programs in Israel Please note that you may apply for this scholarship more than once but you may receive it only once during your graduate library school career. *Applying for an AJL Scholarship* Students who wish to apply for this scholarship and/or conference subvention should submit to the Scholarship Chair by *May 7, 2025*: 1. Complete the online application <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://jewishlibraries.org/scholarship-application-form/__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5p_tO78rg$ >. 2. Provide transcripts and/or letters on official letterhead showing acceptance or enrollment in one of the qualified graduate library school programs mentioned above. 3. Supply documentation of: - Jewish studies completed at an academic and/or less formal level, and/or - Experience working in Judaica libraries. Transcripts and/or letters on official letterhead, submitted electronically, will be accepted as documentation. - An academic or professional letter of recommendation attesting to your academic interest in Judaica librarianship and/or your professional experience working in the (or related) field(s). 4. Personal statement as a Word or PDF document, uploaded via the online form or submitted via email to the Scholarship Chair. Please submit a short statement (200/300 words) highlighting the extent of your participation in Judaic studies, in libraries, and other relevant experiences. Relate how you feel your involvement in such activities might be reflected in your future career in library and information science. Additional questions? Please email [email protected]. *FINAL DATE FOR SUBMITTING ALL ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION: May 7, 2025* *Contributing to the AJL Scholarship Fund * Contributions to the scholarship fund are gratefully accepted. If they are bestowed in someone’s honor or memory, a card will be sent to the individual or family. Contributions may be made online at https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://jewishlibraries.org/donation/__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5o2F29yqA$ (specify Student Scholarship Fund) or by check sent to AJL at this address: Association of Jewish Libraries Attn: AJL Treasurer PO Box 1118 Teaneck, NJ 07666 https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://jewishlibraries.org/student-scholarship-award/__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5pDr3eIRg$ Sincerely, -- *Amanda (Miryem-Khaye) Seigel* Librarian III - Instruction and Outreach Dorot Jewish Division, Room 111 Pronouns: she / her / hers The New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building 476 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10018 212.930.0601 | x20601 nypl.org https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.nypl.org/locations/divisions/jewish-division__;!!KGKeukY!0ID9ZQd9uboPl08Q6RBWjnGGkOrGfx_61Z6N8sXJPf9_PnrMRoIKv8J799xUB_Z9lDeGiGXyNivrSFTWp5qdt-vEBg$
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