The ACRL/NY Professional Development Committee is excited to launch two new awards for the first time, recognizing and celebrating the professional contributions of our colleagues and peers.
Nominations are now open! All award recipients will be recognized at our Annual Symposium on December 4, 2026.
We are seeking nominations for:
• ACRL/NY Outstanding Professional Development Award
Learn more: https://acrlny.org/profdev/awards/outstanding
• ACRL/NY Innovation in Librarianship Award
Learn more: https://acrlny.org/profdev/awards/innovation
Important: Nominees must be ACRL/NY members by November 1, 2026. If you are not yet a member, join ACRL/NY here: https://acrlny.org/join-us
Nominations are open until Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Do you know a colleague, co-worker, or friend who deserves professional recognition? You can also self-nominate!
We encourage you to nominate a deserving colleague and help us celebrate the outstanding work and contributions of our library community.
To submit your nomination, please click on the Register tab on the left side of the page and enter your email address to access the form.
Complete all questions and sections, and upload the required PDF file.
Nominations are open until Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Sincerely,
The Awards Advisory Board
ACRL/NY Professional Development Committee
Dr. Kanu Nagra, Chair
Mei Wei Lam
Joy Dunkley
Derek Stadler
