Scholarships

The Friends of the Library of Hawai'i awards scholarships annually to Hawai'i residents seeking a Master's Degree in Library Science at the University of Hawai'i. The scholarships provide financial assistance to students who are currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, University of Hawai'i, or who have been accepted for enrollment in the fall or spring semester.

To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must complete and submit a Scholarship Policy Statement, Scholarship Application Form, and all required materials by May 29, 2009. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Required Materials:

1. Friends of the Library of Hawai'i Scholarship Application Form.

2. Personal letter describing applicant’s objectives and clearly establishing reasons for pursuing a library career. This should include any information the applicant feels would be helpful to the Committee in considering scholarship assistance.
(Must be attached to application form.)

3. Signed Scholarship Policy Statement.

4. Two letters of recommendation from persons other than family members who know the applicant well and can comment on the applicant’s character, ability, and potential for success in librarianship. Please have the letters sent directly to:

SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY OF HAWAI'I
690 Pohukaina Street
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

5. Official transcripts of undergraduate work and any graduate work completed should be mailed directly to FLH.

For more information, contact us online or call (808) 536-4174.


Funding Requests
The primary objectives of the Friends of the Library of Hawaii is to maintain free public libraries in the State of Hawaii, to promote extension of library services throughout the State of Hawaii and to increase the facilities of the public library system of Hawaii by securing materials beyond the command of the ordinary library budget. If you are interested in requesting funds for your library branch you may fill out our online request form. You may choose to print the form and send it by e-mail or US mail.
FLH Funding Request Form

Continuing Education
Recognizing the importance of renewing skills and interests in librarianship, the Friends award grants each year for library staff to attend the American Library Association and Public Association Conferences. This allows for a flow of information to come from a national network of librarians into our island state. Funds are also available for librarians wishing to enhance their skills at workshops and seminars both on the mainland and within Hawai`i.
Continuing Education Request Form