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NMRT Shirley Olofson Memorial Award

Posted on May 20, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

The 2014 NMRT Shirley Olofson Memorial Award Committee is pleased to announce that Kelly Robinson has been selected as the 2014 recipient. Kelly is a Public Services Librarian with the University of Central Florida Libraries. The award committee was very … Continue reading →

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NMRT Professional Development Grant Award Winner

Posted on May 15, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

The 2014 NMRT Professional Development Grant Award Committee is pleased to announce that Samantha Helmick has been selected as the 2014 recipient of the NMRT Professional Development Grant Award. This award provides funding to cover airfare, lodging, and conference registration … Continue reading →

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Election Results

Posted on May 6, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

    Thank you to all members who participated in the ALA election. All of our Constitution/Bylaws amendments passed!  This means that we’re getting our long-needed dues increase in September. In reaction to this good news current NMRT president Emily … Continue reading →

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Your ALA ballot should be arriving soon…

Posted on March 20, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Before you vote, get informed! Learn more about all of the amazing NMRT candidates and ask questions in our ongoing Facebook Forum.Or, watch all the candidate videos here Tell us if you’re running for ALA positions outside of NMRT by … Continue reading →

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ALA Elections are here!

Posted on March 17, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Learn more and meet your NMRT candidates! ALA elections begin this Wednesday, March 19, and you can submit your ballot anytime until April 25. More information about the elections and nominees for ALA is available here. Remember, NMRT has several … Continue reading →

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Apply for the 2014 NMRT Development Attendance Award

Posted on March 12, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Deadline: Wednesday, April 16, 2014 NMRT members are invited to submit an essay to win a ticket to attend a ticketed event of their choice at the ALA Annual Conference in Las Vegas. The essay contest is open to all NMRT members who … Continue reading →

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Apply for the 2014 NMRT Professional Development Grant

Posted on March 3, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Deadline: Tuesday, April 1, 2014 by 5 pm (Eastern time). We are excited to announce that members of ALA’s New Members Round Table (NMRT) can apply to receive a grant, sponsored by NMRT, which will cover expenses to attend the … Continue reading →

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NMRT committee volunteers needed

Posted on February 25, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

The ALA New Members Round Table is looking for committee volunteers for 2014-2015!  Appointed committee members will have terms beginning on July 1, 2014, and ending on June 30, 2015. You must be a dues-paying member of NMRT to serve … Continue reading →

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2014 Ballot: Sari Feldman, Candidate for ALA President

Posted on February 7, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Today’s 2014 Election post is by Sari Feldman, Candidate for ALA President. The future of ALA is contingent upon a commitment to strong leadership development and member engagement. ALA must develop leaders able to take libraries into the future. The … Continue reading →

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2014 Ballot: Maggie Farrell, Candidate for ALA President

Posted on February 6, 2014 by nmrtsecretary

Today’s 2014 Election post comes from Maggie Farrell, Candidate for ALA President. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss my candidacy for ALA President Elect with the New Members Round Table.  NMRT performs a critical function within ALA by introducing … Continue reading →

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