3rd Annual Award For Student Workers

Student workers are important contributors to effective library operations. In order to recognize their contributions, the Northern New York Library Network is announcing its Third Annual (2008) NNYLN Award for Outstanding Student Employees.

NNYLN member libraries are invited to solicit nominations for student workers and select one outstanding student worker who will be recognized through this program. On college and university campuses where there is more than one library, one outstanding student may be chosen for each library. In choosing this student, libraries should consider the following guidelines:

Eligibility: The student must have completed at least one year of employment or volunteer work in a library in order to learn the necessary skills and demonstrate excellence. Selection is made in the spring. Full- and part-time students are eligible. Preference should be given to sophomores or juniors at the college and junior college level; and to juniors and seniors at the high school level. The college level recipient may be a senior, but participating libraries are reminded that one of the goals of the program is to have the student return to library employment as a recognized role model.

Some criteria that may be considered:
Excellent Attendance Record - shows commitment and dedication as well as time management skills.
Outstanding Patron Service Skills and Colleague Interaction - alert to patron needs; possesses excellent communication skills.
Responsibility - demonstrates professionalism and high standards of performance.
Strong Leadership Among Peers - sets a good example for other student workers; models professional demeanor.
Interest and Initiative - looks for projects; expresses interest in learning about the library profession.

Libraries looking to recognize their student workers, or that wish to have more information should contact Bridget Doyle. Libraries that plan to take part in the 2008 award should notify the Network by Dec. 31, 2007. (Email: Bridget Doyle)

The Outstanding Student Award Program is a project of the NNYLN Library Assistants Committee.