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The ALCTS Continuing Resources Section presents the award, a 
Wiley Professional Development Grant.  The award provides 
librarians who are new to the serials field with the 
opportunity to broaden their perspectives and encourages 
professional development and participation at American 
Library Association (ALA) conferences and Serials Section 
activities.  All ALA members with five or less years' 
professional experience in the serials field, who have not 
previously attended an ALA Annual Conference, are eligible.  
The award consists of $1,500, donated by John Wiley & Sons, 
Inc., and is applicable toward round trip transportation, 
lodging, registration fees, etc.  Eligible applicants may 
apply more than once.  Winners will be chosen based on:  
commitment to professional development in the serials field 
as evidenced by participation in continuing education 
activities, workshops and previous participation in 
professional activities; candidate's written justification 
for the grant in terms of commitment to and interest in 
serials related work; personal professional development; 
financial need; two letters of reference; and a vita.  Send 
nominations to:  Brenda Battleson, chair, First Step Jury, 
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