Student Award

Purpose: recognizes student Chapter member for notable activities and contributions to the Chapter and the profession. The Award represents an evaluation of an individual’s career potential and emphasizes local activity and leadership of an exemplary nature.

Frequency: The Award review process takes place annually. However, there is no requirement that the Award be given every year.

Criteria for recipient: must be an SLA-SF student chapter member and a student in an information professional program who achieves distinction in areas of professional concern and activity. Particular attention should be given to local involvement and Chapter contributions.

Procedure: Chapter member fills out and sends in nomination form. Additionally, requests for nominees will also be posted to the San Jose State University SLIS and University of California Information School listservs and coordinated with the academic relations representative at each school. Self nominations are acceptable.

Award gift: Certificate and one year membership in SLA and the San Francisco Bay Region Chapter and one division to be redeemed within 3 years. Presented at a chapter meeting.