[SOA] Call for Applications: Ohio Preservation Council Professional Development Grant

Ferguson Schieszer, Ashleigh (schiesah) schiesah at ucmail.uc.edu
Thu Jul 9 13:31:40 EDT 2020


Dear Colleagues,

The Ohio Preservation Council has updated 2020 grant procedures and awards to reflect the current emphasis on remote learning and virtual conferences.
In 2020, the Ohio Preservation Council will offer four awards of up to $250 each in support of continuing education for Ohio Students and Professionals with an interest in preserving our cultural heritage. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and awardees will be notified after the 3rd Thursday of: August, September, November, December. Full details can be found here<http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/resources/Documents/2020%20Professional%20Development%20Grant.pdf>.

For more information on how to apply visit: http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants

The Ohio Preservation Council serves as a coalition of preservationists, conservators, librarians, archivists, curators, records managers, the institutions they represent, and other concerned citizens who recognize the serious threat to documentary heritage. The Council's mission is to provide a network for preservation education and to support preservation activities within the state of Ohio. The Council believes in cooperative, state-wide efforts across geographic and professional lines are needed to meet preservation challenges.
The Ohio Preservation Council recognizes the value of professional meetings, conferences, and other educational opportunities to advance the field of preservation and provide a forum to voice the need for ongoing stewardship of our documentary heritage. When possible, the OPC shall provide financial support to individuals to develop skills, expand knowledge, and gain experience relevant to the mission and goals of the Ohio Preservation Council.  Applications are due the first Mondays in March and September.

Individuals requesting financial support must meet the following criteria:
* Working in the state of Ohio OR pursuing an advanced degree or certificate in the state of Ohio;
* Working directly in the field of preservation (as described above) OR pursuing a degree or certificate within the field;
* Request is for professional development that clearly relates to preservation issues and/or preservation skills;
* Have not received financial support from the OPC Grant within 3 calendar years.

For more information on how to apply visit: http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants

Regards,
Ashleigh Ferguson Schieszer
Ohio Preservation Council Vice Chair

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