Martha Wong Scholarship
The Texas Library and Archives Foundation is pleased to announce the Martha Wong Scholarship. Through this new award, we encourage Texans to pursue a degree from a Texas library/information science graduate program or school librarian certification program. This scholarship has been generously funded by Dr. Martha Wong, Chair of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
The award, a $2,000 grant, is to be used to help support an individual with costs associated in attaining a degree from a library/information science program or school library certification program. Monies may be used for tuition or required textbooks.
Attached are the guidelines and application form. Applications must be submitted to the Foundation via email to txlafinfo@tsl.texas.gov by 12:00 midnight (Central) August 24, 2024.
Wong Scholarship Grant Application Guidelines
The Texas Library and Archives Foundation provides a grant program to encourage Texans to pursue a degree from a Texas library/information science graduate program or school library certification program. Applicants should have the intention of pursuing a professional library position in Texas after obtaining their degree.
Objective: The Wong Scholarship is a grant to support an individual with the costs associated in pursuing the degree or certification listed above. Monies may be used for tuition or required textbooks.
Maximum grant amount: $2,000 for the January 2025 semester.
Timeline: 12:00 midnight (Central) August 24, 2024 – Application deadline. October 1, 2024 – Applicants will be notified. The five members of the Wong Scholarship Committee, which includes the Texas State Library and Archives Commission Director and Librarian (or her designated representative) will determine the recipient.
Disbursement of funds
• This is a reimbursable grant.
• Applicant must submit proof of payment to the university and official proof of completion of the course(s) with a passing grade.
Eligibility: Individuals that live in Texas or work in a Texas library.
Requirements: Applicant must provide proof of acceptance into an accredited program.
For assistance with the grant application, please email txlafinfo@tsl.texas.gov.