Library Senate Staff Development Committee

Summary of Application Guidelines for Staff Development Award

• Priority will be given to proposals that are related to the individual's primary duties at the Library.
• Requests will be considered by the Committee in order of receipt.
• Requests will not be accepted earlier than two months prior to the date of the conference, workshop, institute, etc.
• The maximum amount of each award is $150.00 per person, per fiscal year (September 1 to August 31).
• If an initial award is less than $150.00, a subsequent request may be considered for the balance of the $150.00.
• Funds will not ordinarily be granted for attendance at conferences, workshops, institutes, etc. already attended or completed.
• The Committee reserves the right to limit the number and amount on the basis of available funds. The Committee will take into consideration prior awards, numbers of requests, dollar amounts of requests, etc.
• All University of Hawaii at Manoa Library permanent professional and paraprofessional staff are eligible to apply.
• Applicants must have served satisfactorily for a minium of six months with the UHM Library.
• Requests for funding from other sources for the same project shall be noted on the application.
• The award decision will be made by the Committee in consultation with any other individuals as necessary.
• Application forms may be obtained from the Staff Development Committee Chair, Treasurer, or online