Beta Phi Mu Scholarship Available

The Xi Chapter of Beta Phi Mu is currently accepting applications for its annual $250 scholarship.  The deadline is April 1, 2013.  Information about the scholarship is posted on the Beta Phi Mu webpage http://www.hawaii.edu/lis/organizations/beta_phi_mu/bpm_scholarship.html.

BIG ISLAND SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

The Friends of the Library Kona (F.O.L.K.S.) awarded scholarships ranging from $500 to $1000 to Big Island students pursuing their degree in the LIS Program. Congratulations to Joy Holland, Mara Paio, and Annemarie Aweau, who were the recipients.

This new scholarship targets Big Island students based on their academic excellence, personal achievements, references, and financial need. More information about the scholarship is available on the organization’s web site at http://folkhawaii.com/

FRIENDS SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

Congratulations to the following students, who received Friends of the Library of Hawaii scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. The amounts ranged from $1500 to $2800.

Nicolita Garces
Charity Hayashi
Stephanie Kawamura
Joshua Mika
Daphne Miyashiro
Mara Paio
Jaclyn Parrott
Caitlin Ramirez
Barbara Trecker

In addition, an award of $1,000 from the Friends of the Library at Hilo was awarded to a Big Island student, Mara Paio.

Xi Chapter Beta Phi Mu Scholarship

Beta Phi Mu Xi Chapter is offering a $250 scholarship. Details for applying is on the Beta Phi Mu webpage:  http://www.hawaii.edu/lis/organizations/beta_phi_mu/bpm_scholarship.html

The deadline to apply for the Xi Chapter Beta Phi Mu Scholarship is April 1, 2012.  

LIS Students Receive Japanese Government Scholarships

This year a second group of students will participate in the exchange program between the UH LIS Program and the University of Tsukuba.  The following five students were selected to receive $1,000 scholarships from the Japanese government to help participate in the program.

Meagan Calogeras
Erin Green
Taryn Jim
Kapena Shim
Jordan Trader

These LIS students will observe major libraries and archives in Japan, including the National Diet Library, National Archives, Tokyo Metropolitan Library in December 2011. They will also give presentations to Tsukuba students and faculty.

In October, we hosted LIS student Yukako Mizukami, and Dr. Chieko Mizoue, Graduate Chair of the School of Library & Media Studies at the University of Tsukuba.  Sending the five students to Tsukuba is part of our cultural and academic exchange initiative.

The University of Tsukuba is Japan’s largest LIS Program in a national university. At one time it was the National University of Library and Information Science before merging with the University of Tsukuba, which is one of Japan’s leading scientific research institutions.

In fall of 2012, Dr. Andrew Wertheimer will be a visiting researcher /professor at the University of Tsukuba.  We hope this further develops this partnership between our programs.

Achievement Scholarships Awarded for Spring 2012

Congratulations to the following students, who will be receiving UH Achievement Scholarships in the spring. This competitive scholarship is based on merit, service, and academic achievement. To be eligible, a student must be a degree-seeking student in a master’s or doctoral program and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above. The award is open to both residents and non-residents.

Elizabeth Bacon
Shianne Beer
Ruobing Chi
Pearl DeSure
Nicolita Garces
Sarah Gray
Erin Green
Heather Haack
Jennifer Hamada
Lea Anna Hoffman
Guannan Liu
Kealii MacKenzie
Tamara Martinez
Stacy Naipo
Donna Ohora
Mara Paio
Frankie Pasion
Caitlin Ross Ramirez
Amy Steinbauer
Jordan Trader
Philip Whitford
Masahide Yokomoto

UH LIS Scholarships: Achievement Awards

The LIS Program is able to provide two types of Achievement Awards. These used to be known as “Tuition Waivers” and “Pacific Asian Scholarships.”  The requirements and application forms are at our website: http://www.hawaii.edu/lis/students.php?page=scholarshipsThe LIS Office must receive completed applications by April 15th for the Fall. There are no awards for the summer semester.  We would also appreciate it if you would add your UHM student ID # and e-mail address on the attached 1-page rationale.

SLA 2009 Travel Scholarship: Sparks Award for Professional Development

Music Library Summer Internship Opportunities

Music Library: Ensemble Librarian Intern, 7 positions: (7 week stipend $1,175 includes room and board)

Priority consideration given to completed applications submitted before February 28, 2009.

Duties may include distributing music for large performing groups, photocopying, marking string parts, repairing and filing music.  Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment are musts.  Program requires a 3 day learning intensive covering the basics of performing ensemble librarianship.  Each ensemble librarian will be responsible for all music preparation and distribution for their assigned ensembles and must participate in a team environment.  Must be able to lift and transport boxes on wheeled carts across campus.  Music background is necessary and bachelor’s degree preferred.

For more information, please check out:

http://www.interlochen.org/library%20files/MusicLib/IAC09/ELTP.htm

Required for application: seasonal application, music library supplemental application and three Interlochen reference forms http://www.interlochen.org/about/work_volunteer/summer_camp/how_to_apply_1

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Music Library: Music Reference Intern, 2 positions: (7 week stipend $800 includes room and board)

Duties may include circulating chamber music/recordings, photocopying, and acting as an information source for music reference.  Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and willingness to participate in a team environment required.  Music background is necessary and bachelor’s degree a plus.

Required for application: seasonal application and three Interlochen reference forms

http://www.interlochen.org/about/work_volunteer/summer_camp/how_to_apply_1

Karen Sternheim Memorial Scholarship

The Southern California Chapter of Special Libraries Association (SLA) is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the 2009 Karen Sternheim Memorial Scholarship.