Are you an archives student, archivist, librarian, and someone with archives or records management responsibilities? Would you like the opportunity to attend the 2015 NYAC conference?
The New York Archives Conference
June 3-5, 2015
SUNY Fredonia
Presentations on topics including EAD, electronic records, DPLA, outreach and collaborations. Keep watch for the conference program at: http://www.nyarchivists.org/
Multiple $100 professional development grants are being offered by NYAC, John A. Woods Appraisers and Larry Naukum.
John A. Woods Appraisers specializes in the appraisal of books, documents, manuscripts, fine arts, decorative arts, antique machinery and equipment, photographs, historical artifacts, and furniture: http://www.johnawoodsappraisers.com
Larry Naukam is retired, but previously held the position of Director of Historical Services for the Rochester NY Public Library. He currently works with the Digital Public Library of America as a Community Representative.
Funds may be applied to travel, lodging, meals, workshops, or conference registration. Each recipient is required to attend both meeting days (June 4-5). Preference in grant awards will be given to applicants who are:
* First time conference attendees
* Permanent residents of New York State;
* Paid or volunteer employees working in a New York State archival collection or records management position
* Students enrolled in an archives administration or records management educational program in New York State
Applications must be received by 5 p.m., Wednesday, April 29. Go to: http://www.nyarchivists.org/
Notification of awards will be made by Wednesday, May 6.
Questions and application materials should be directed to NYACPDC@gmail.com.
Please Note: Previous recipients of a NYAC scholarship are not eligible to apply.
