Professional Scholarship
HLA awards one professional scholarship annually, for up to $1,000.00. Library staff at any level may apply, including paraprofessionals. The scholarship may be used to attend a conference or continuing education activity that takes place within the year following the application deadline.
Requirement: Current HLA member
Application must include:
Email your completed application in PDF or Microsoft Word format to Gail Kuroda, HLA Scholarship Committee Chair, at gkuroda [at] hawaii.edu. For questions, email or call Gail at 808-956-8264.
The recipient must submit proof of activity within ten business days of completion or return from travel.
Requirement: Current HLA member
Application must include:
- Application Form
- One page resume
- A statement, no longer than two pages double-spaced, describing:
- Your reason for application and the amount requested (up to $1,000.00)
- Date(s) of event or course
- How the award will be spent (a budget)
- How it will further your professional goals and enhance your professional services
- If applicable, list other sources and amounts for funding received
Email your completed application in PDF or Microsoft Word format to Gail Kuroda, HLA Scholarship Committee Chair, at gkuroda [at] hawaii.edu. For questions, email or call Gail at 808-956-8264.
The recipient must submit proof of activity within ten business days of completion or return from travel.
