2025 ILA Award Nominations Now Open!

Illinois Association of College & Research Libraries Forum (IACRL)

February 28, 2025

by Kaitlyn Weger, Olney Central College

Calling all Illinois Academic Librarians and Library Workers! Have you or a colleague made an impact this year, or demonstrated a special commitment to the profession? 

Nominations for the 2025 ILA awards, grants and scholarships are now open!

You can nominate yourself or a colleague by visiting ILA Awards, Grants, and Scholarships webpage! There are numerous awards suitable for recognizing the work of Illinois Academic Librarians and Library Workers, including:

  • Intellectual Freedom Award, recognizing an individual or group who demonstrated a commitment to preserving intellectual freedom through activities or events impacting Illinois communities. 

The full list of awards, nomination guidelines and form(s), and lists of past ILA award winners can be found on the ILA Awards, Grants, and Scholarships homepage. Questions about the awards or nominations can be sent to Tamara Jenkins at tjenkins@ila.org. The nomination deadline is Thursday May 15, 2025.

Winner of the 2024 ILA Academic Librarian of the Year Award, Emily Gilbert!

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