Scholarships Available to Attend the 2019 ARSL Annual Conference

The Association for Rural & Small Libraries is now accepting applications for scholarships to attend the 2019 ARSL Annual Conference to be held in Burlington, Vermont on September 4-7, 2019. Criteria for these scholarships has changed slightly so be sure to read and apply for the one(s) that fit you! These scholarships are for first time attendees so anyone who has NOT previously attended an ARSL conference is invited to apply. This year, four scholarships will be awarded by ARSL:

• The Dr. Bernard Vavrek Scholarship is for current library school students. It includes conference registration, hotel, a $500 stipend, and a free one-year membership in ARSL.
• The Founders Scholarship is for current ARSL members who have been working in in the library profession for 5 years or less. It includes conference registration, hotel, and a $500 stipend.
• The Ken Davenport Scholarship is for current ARSL members who have been working in the library profession for 6 to 10 years. It includes conference registration and hotel.
• The Angel Scholarship is open to current ARSL members who have been working in the library profession for any length of time. It includes conference registration and hotel.

Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm Central Time on May 24, 2019 to be considered. Visit the ARSL Scholarship webpage for more information and the scholarship applications. If you have any questions about the process or have any trouble with the application forms, please contact scholarship@arsl.info.