Washington Doctoral Initiative (WDI)

Are you interested in obtaining a doctorate from one of the most dynamic and innovative information schools in the U.S.?

The University of Washington Information School announces the Washington Doctoral Initiative (WDI), an exciting opportunity to educate the next generation of library leaders. The iSchool seeks to enroll three highly-qualified librarians from traditionally underrepresented groups to pursue a Ph.D. in Information Science. An Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant provides fellowships for full time study and will augment the student experience through an intensive mentoring program. The partnership between the Information School and IMLS promotes student engagement in the growing field of library and information science and is part of a larger effort to increase diversity in the library and information science field. iSchool Doctoral Application Deadline for 2009-2010 is January 5, 2009.

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Two-Year MLIS Scholarship Opportunity at UNC at Greensboro

UNCG is proud to announce a new scholarship available to prospective LIS students. The Academic and Cultural Enrichment (ACE) Scholars Program program is a joint effort between the University Libraries and the LIS Department. The goal of the scholarship program is to recruit students from under-represented ethnic minority groups into the profession. Funded by a generous grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services' Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program, this scholarship will cover educational expenses for twelve students in the two-year MLIS program.

For more information this scholarship, and how to apply, visit: http://www.uncg.edu/lis/acescholars/.