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Month: March 2021

MLA-SLA Joint Conference, June 14-16, 2021

Posted in Conference

MLA/SLA Joint Conference logo and link to conference webpage

The theme of Libraries: Better Together reflects the essential role of libraries in building and promoting diversity, inclusivity, and equity and providing space for cultural and public engagement. Libraries are a proactive, future-oriented force in life-long learning, innovation, social connection, and the economic well-being of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. The conference will offer a range of sessions that will be of interest to libraries of all types and all sizes in all sectors (academic, public, school, special). To access the Conference website, please click here.

2021 MLA Scholarships – Call for Submissions

Posted in Scholarships & Awards

Are you currently enrolled in a graduate-level program in library and information sciences?  Have you heard about the Manitoba Library Association scholarships?  Consider applying today! 

The Manitoba Library Association administers 2 scholarships on an annual basis. 

Scholarships:

Jean Thorunn Law Scholarship – Application Deadline: April 15, 2021

Available to eligible applicants who have worked in a Manitoba library and who choose to further their career by pursuing a graduate program in library and information science. Applicants must have been engaged in recent library work in Manitoba for twelve months.

John Edwin Bissett Scholarship – Application Deadline: April 15, 2021

Available to eligible undergraduates of the University of Manitoba who are pursuing a graduate program in library and information science. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree at the University of Manitoba.

Please circulate this information to any students you think might be interested in applying!

For additional details and information about applying, please visit the Scholarships & Awards page at https://mla.mb.ca/scholarships-and-awards/scholarships/