The award, presented by the Serials Section of ALCTS, and
sponsored by the R.R. Bowker Company, consists of a citation and
$1,500. cash.  It is annually bestowed to an individual in
recognition of distinguished and ongoing contributions to
serials librarianship, particularly within the previous three years.
Qualified persons have demonstrated leadership in serials
librarianship through participation in professional associations,
groups and/or library education programs; through significant
contributions to serials literature or research conducted in
the field of serials; through development of tools or methods to
enhance access to or management of serials; or through significant
enhancements to our comprehension of the serials world by some other
means.

Recipients to date:     1985        Marcia Tuttle
                        1986        Ruth C. Carter
                        1987        James P. Danky
                        1988        Marjorie E. Bloss
                        1989        John  E. Merriman
                        1990        Jean S. Cook
                        1991        Deana L. Astle/Charles A. Hamaker
                        1992        Linda K. Bartley
                        1993        Ann L. Okerson
                        1994        Tina Feick

The award may be divided among two or more individuals.  Nominations
and supporting documentation should be sent no later than December
10, 1994, to:

Andrew D. Shroyer               Shroyer@elmer1.bobst.nyu.edu
Head, Serials Records           Telephone: (212) 998-2481
Bobst Library                   Fax: (212) 995-4366
70 Washington Square South
New York, NY  10012