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Archivists and Librarians in the History of the Health Sciences
LISABETH M. HOLLOWAY AWARD
This distinguished service award form members
of the Archivist and Librarians in the History of the Health Sciences was named
in honor of Lisabeth M. Holloway who was a founder and who served as president
Pro Tem in 1975, and was for many years the editor of The Watermark. The award
recognizes significant contributions through leadership and service to ALHHS and
the profession.
Award Recipients:
- Lucretia McClure (2003)
- Judith (Robin) Overmier (2000)
- Nancy Whitten Zinn (1997)
- Estelle Brodman (1993)
Nominations Procedure:
Nominations should be submitted as a one- or two- page letter describing the
nominee's outstanding professional achievements and the impact of his/her
contributions on ALHHS and the profession. A current curriculum vitae as well as
letters of support (a limit of 2) are not required but provide helpful additional
information to the Award Committee. The Committee may also seek additional
information on a nominee from the nominator or other sources as needed.
Criteria for evaluation:
- Membership in ALHHS
- ALHHS office(s) held
- ALHHS committee(s) chaired or served on
- Outstanding service to one's institution
- Contributions to the profession, ie. history of health science librarianship/
archival administration
A nominee cannot be a member of the committee nor can a Committee member
nominate. If no worthy nominations are received, no award will be given.
The winner will be announced at the annual meeting of ALHHS and presented with
an engraved crystal paperweight. The winner is not required to be present.
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