ALISE Diversity Travel Award to the ALISE Annual ConferenceThis conference travel grant aims to increase diversity in LIS education/research and was awarded for the first time at the 2015 ALISE Annual Conference. It provides the opportunity to an individual who wishes to address issues of diversity through doctoral study or teaching as adjuncts to gain exposure to and network with LIS educators, scholars and doctoral students. The award continues ALISE’s commitment to diversity, following its adoption of the ALISE Diversity Statement at the 2013 ALISE Annual Conference. The winner will receive a stipend* of $750 to defray travel expenses, a complimentary registration to the conference, and a one-year student membership in ALISE. Applications for this grant/award are reviewed by the three current at-large members of the ALISE Board of Directors. *stipend does not apply to virtual conferences CommitteeThe selection committee is composed of the three at-large members of the Board of Directors who are not ALISE officers. Chair and Board LiaisonLaura Saunders, Simmons University 2025 SponsorSponsorship opportunities will be available soon for the ALISE Diversity Travel Award to the ALISE Annual Conference. Award Criteria
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Submission ProcessAll submissions must be completed through the ALISE 2025 submission system. First-time users will be required to create an account (separate from your www.alise.org account). Once created, return to the ALISE '25 submission page to log in. Once logged in, select 'Enter as an author'. Select the relevant track for your submission, ensuring you review all requirements prior to completing your submission. Submission DeadlineMarch 28, 2025 Previous Winners2024- Yi Wan, University of South Carolina |