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Course RequirementsMaster of Library Science (M.L.S.) See our Web site for details and updates: www.slis.indiana.edu M.L.S. Degree RequirementsA candidate for the Master of Library Science degree must complete 36 semester credit hours of graduate course work, all of which must be taken in the IU School of Library and Information Science. A maximum of 6 graduate credit hours from another ALA-accredited master's degree program may, with the permission of the dean, be applied to the M.L.S. degree. The transferred courses must have a grade of B or higher and must be taken within the five-year time frame allowed for completion of the degree. Only within recognized joint programs, as outlined in this bulletin, may other non-SLIS courses be applied toward the M.L.S. degree. M.L.S. Foundation Requirements
(21 credit hours). In addition to the 15 credit hours of M.L.S. foundation courses, students must complete a minimum of 21 hours of elective courses to complete the 36 hours required for the M.L.S. degree. Any SLIS course can be taken as an elective. Students should consult with their faculty advisors about course selection, and care must be taken to ensure that prerequisites have been satisfied before registering for any course. No more than 6 credit hours may be applied to the degree from the workshop courses under the L595 number. M.L.S. students may complete an internship (L596) for up to 3 credit hours. M.I.S. Degree RequirementsA candidate for the Master of Information Science degree must complete 42 credit hours of graduate course work; at least 36 credit hours must be taken in the IU School of Library and Information Science. A maximum of 6 graduate credit hours from outside the IU School of Library and Information Science may, in certain circumstances and with the permission of the dean, be applied to the M.I.S. degree. These 6 credit hours may be taken in other schools and departments of Indiana University or in another appropriately accredited collegiate institution. Outside courses are warranted only when they are more relevant to students' career objectives and will contribute more to the enrichment of their programs than would additional SLIS courses. Ordinarily, permission for such outside course work must be obtained before enrolling in the course. The course must be completed with a grade of B or higher, must not be applied to another degree (except in the case of a recognized dual-degree program), and must be taken within the five-year time frame allowed for completion of the degree. M.I.S. Foundation Requirements
(3 credit hours). Specialization courses are designed to help students develop a career path. Elective courses will fill out a specialization track with great flexibility. Each student is assigned a faculty advisor to help with course and career decisions. Select one course:
(27 credit hours). In addition to the 12 credit hours of M.I.S. foundation courses, and the 3 credit hour specialization area course, students must complete a minimum of 27 credit hours of elective courses to complete the 42 credit hours required for the M.I.S. degree. Any SLIS course may be taken as an elective. Students should consult with their faculty advisors about course selection, and care must be taken to ensure that prerequisites have been satisfied before registering for any course. No more than 6 credit hours may be applied to the degree from the workshop courses under the L595 number. M.I.S. students may complete internships (L596) for up to 6 credit hours. Joint ProgramsIn addition to the SLIS M.I.S./M.L.S. dual-degree program, SLIS offers other joint program options. Students may pursue formal specializations within their master's degrees. Initial application for specializations is made through SLIS. Dual master's degree programs are also available with other units. Admissions to a dual-degree program requires separate admission to both SLIS and to the department or school responsible for the other degree. Both degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Specializations within Master's Degrees Dual Master's Degree Programs Specializations within master's degrees:African Studies Librarianship Specialization and Master of Library ScienceCandidates in this 45 credit hour joint program receive the M.L.S. degree and a certificate indicating the specialization. Applicants must be accepted to the M.L.S. degree program before being considered for the area studies specialization. To obtain the specialization, students must successfully complete the following 27 credit hours of SLIS courses: M.L.S. Foundation courses (15 credit hours), and SLIS electives (12 credit hours), to be chosen in consultation with the student's faculty advisor and the IU Libraries African Studies area specialist. A total of 18 credit hours from African studies must include: G732 Bibliography of Sub-Saharan Africa (3 cr.), E431 and E432 History of Africa I-II (3-3 cr.), Y338 African politics (3 cr.), E310 Introduction to the Cultures of Africa (3 cr.), and at least 3 credit hours of electives to be chosen in consultation with the African Studies area specialist in the IU Libraries. The courses from African Studies must be taken for graduate credit. If the applicant's background already contains course work that is judged to cover any or all of the required areas listed above, suitable electives chosen in consultation with the African Studies area specialist may be substituted. Interested applicants may apply for Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) fellowships through the African Studies Program, Indiana University, Woodburn Hall 221, Bloomington, IN 47405-6000, (812) 855-6825. Students in this specialization also may be eligible for internship opportunities in the IU Libraries. Chemical Information Specialization and Master of Information ScienceCandidates in this 42 credit hour joint program receive the M.I.S. degree and a certificate indicating the specialization. They must meet M.I.S. Foundation and Specialization course requirements (15 credit hours) and include in their elective courses L570, L624, and additional courses to total at least 36 credit hours. The Department of Chemistry requires CHEM C471 and C472. Additional courses are to be chosen in consultation with advisers in SLIS and the Department of Chemistry to bring the total graduate credit hours to 42 for the M.I.S. Candidates for this specialization must have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in chemistry. Chemical Information Specialization and Master of Library ScienceCandidates in this 36 credit hour joint program receive the M.L.S. degree and a certificate indicating the specialization. They must complete the M.L.S. Foundation courses, and include in their elective courses L570, L624, and additional SLIS courses to total at least 30 hours. The Department of Chemistry requires CHEM C471 and C472. Additional courses are to be chosen in consultation with advisors in SLIS and the Department of Chemistry to bring the total graduate credit hours to 36 for the M.L.S. Candidates for this specialization must have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in chemistry. Library Technology Management Specialization and Master of Library ScienceThis 45 credit hour specialization requires the following courses: M.L.S Foundation (15 credit hours) including L524; L528; L505 or L525; L527/L550/L553 or L587; and L509/L643 or L651. A Specialization Core (9 credit hours) is required: L520, L526, and L570. Specialization electives (15 credit hours) within the following technology application courses must be chosen in consultation with the student's faculty advisor: L545, L546, L552, L566, L571, up to 6 credit hours of L595, L697, or up to 6 credit hours of outside courses (with approval). General SLIS electives (6 credit hours) complete the Specialization. Internships for 3-6 credit hours are available for general SLIS elective L596 credit. Music Librarianship Specialization and Master of Library ScienceThis program is intended primarily for students who do not wish to obtain a master's degree in music from IU. (Candidates are advised that a master's degree in music in addition to an M.L.S. is usually required for positions in music research libraries, especially at institutions offering advanced degrees in music.) The program combines the instructional and professional training resources of the School of Library and Information Science and the Music Library. Applicants are expected to hold at least a bachelor's degree in music from an accredited four-year collegiate institution. Admission to the specialization is a joint decision by SLIS and the admissions committee for the specialization (made up of IU music librarians). It is possible to be admitted to the M.L.S. degree program and not be accepted to the music specialization. To obtain the specialization in music, students must successfully complete the following courses within the 36 credit hour M.L.S. degree program.
Dual master's degree programs:SLIS Master of Information Science (M.I.S.) and Master of Library Science (M.L.S.)The SLIS dual M.I.S./M.L.S. master's degrees can be completed with 60 credit hours of course work rather than the 78 credit hours required if the degrees were undertaken separately. In addition to the standard L401 requirement, students must complete the following according to the guidelines under the individual degrees: M.I.S. Foundation Courses (12 credit hours) The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Students admitted to one degree program may petition in writing for admittance to the second master's degree program. The petition is an update to the original personal goals statement, and should describe academic and career objectives. African American and African Diaspora Studies (M.A.) and Master of Library Science (M.L.S.)The dual M.A./M.L.S. program requires completion of a minimum of 58 credit hours of graduate course work. (The degrees, if completed separately, would require 68 credit hours.) Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies and meet the admissions criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded at the same time. Requirements for the Master of Library Science are as follows:
Art History (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThis program is designed to prepare students for professional library and information specialist positions in fine arts and related libraries and information centers. The program requires a minimum of 60 credit hours of graduate course work including a comprehensive set of required courses and overlapping electives. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the School of Fine Arts/History of Art and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Comparative Literature (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThis program prepares candidates for positions in academic, research, and other libraries with a humanities orientation. The total program consists of at least 50 graduate credit hours. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the Department of Comparative Literature and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
English (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceStudy for these two degrees can be combined for a total of 54 credit hours rather than the 66 credit hours required for the two degrees taken separately. Admission to each of the two master's programs is approved separately on the same basis as for applicants not in the dual program. The Department of English requires an English undergraduate major or its equivalent, and the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), both General Test and Subject Test in English Literature. A superior student who has not majored in English may be admitted conditionally, but must remove deficiencies without graduate credit. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Both degrees must be awarded simultaneously to receive the benefit of the overlapping electives. Consult the University Graduate School Bulletin for additional details on the M.A. in English. Folklore and Ethnomusicology (Master of Arts) and Master of Information ScienceStudy for these two degrees can be combined for a total of 57 credit hours rather than the 72 credit hours required for the two degrees taken separately. Students take at least 36 graduate credit hours in information science, and at least 21 credit hours in folklore and ethnomusicology. To graduate under the dual-degree option, the two degrees must be awarded simultaneously.
Folklore and Ethnomusicology (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceStudy for these two degrees can be combined for a total of 51 credit hours rather than the 66 credit hours required for the two degrees taken separately. Students take at least 30 graduate credit hours in library and information science, and at least 21 credit hours in folklore and ethnomusicology. To graduate under the dual-degree option, the two degrees must be awarded simultaneously.
History (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceInterest in public history, genealogy, historic preservation, and archives and museum administration creates a demand for professionals with expertise in both historical research and information management. The dual M.L.S./M.A. in history program requires completion of a minimum of 50 credit hours of graduate course work. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the Department of History and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
History and Philosophy of Science (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThis program meets the growing demand for information professionals with a scientific academic specialty and prepares students for a variety of positions in library, research, and archival settings. The program consists of a total of approximately 51 credit hours for both degrees. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the Department of History and Philosophy of Science and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Journalism (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThe dual M.L.S./M.A. in journalism program provides excellent preparation for professional library and information specialist positions in news media and in corporate, academic, and public libraries. The program consists of a total of approximately 51 credit hours for both degrees. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the School of Journalism and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Latin American and Caribbean Studies (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThe School of Library and Information Science and the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies jointly offer a three-year program that qualifies students for two master's degrees. Study for these two degrees in the dual program (M.A./M.L.S.) can be completed in a total of 51 credit hours rather than the 66 credit hours that would otherwise be required to take the two degrees separately. In the dual degree, specific courses contribute to both degrees. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Application for admission to the dual M.A./M.L.S. degree program must be made to the LTAM program and the University Graduate School for study toward the M.A. and to SLIS for study of the M.L.S. Students must be accepted by all three units in order to be admitted to the program. Law (Doctor of Jurisprudence) and Master of Library ScienceThe dual M.L.S./J.D. program is intended for students who want to enter law librarianship, in which the law degree is usually required for top positions, and for students who want to enter the legal profession with the training and ability to do their own legal bibliography and research. Students must be admitted to both the School of Library and Information Science and the School of Law. Simultaneous application to the two schools is strongly recommended. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Musicology or Music Theory (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceThe dual-degree program combines an M.L.S. with an M.A. in musicology or an M.A. or M.M. in music theory. It combines the advantages of top-ranked graduate programs in library and information science and in music, and the librarians and professional staff of one of the country's largest music libraries. Through enrollment in these curricula, students may earn two master's degrees by a combination of work in the School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) and the School of Music amounting to approximately 60 credit hours (6 credits are shared between the two degrees). Applicants are expected to hold at least a bachelor's degree in music from an accredited four-year collegiate institution. For this program, students must apply for admission to both schools and the Music Librarianship Specialization and meet the admission criteria established for all three. (The admissions committee for the specialization consists of the IU music librarians.) Degrees from both schools must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Russian and East European Studies (Master of Arts) and Master of Information ScienceStudy for the two degrees can be combined for a total of 60 credit hours rather than the 72 credit hours required for the two degrees taken separately. Requirements for the Master of Information Science degree are as follows:
Application for admission to the dual M.A./M.I.S. degree program must be made to the School of Library and Information Science for study toward the Master of Information Science and to the Russian and East European Institute for study toward the Master of Arts degree. Applicants must be accepted by both degree programs. The student must select an M.A. essay committee of three faculty members representing both REEI and the School of Library and Information Science. Both degrees will be awarded simultaneously. Consult the University Graduate School Bulletin for REEI details. Russian and East European Studies (Master of Arts) and Master of Library ScienceStudy for the two degrees can be combined for a total of 54 credit hours rather than the 66 credit hours required for the two degrees taken separately. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
Application for admission to the dual M.A./M.L.S. degree program must be made to the School of Library and Information Science for study toward the Master of Library Science and to the Russian and East European Institute for study toward the Master of Arts degree. Applicants must be accepted by both degree programs. The student must select an M.A. essay committee of three faculty members representing both REEI and the School of Library and Information Science. Both degrees will be awarded simultaneously. Consult the University Graduate School Bulletin for REEI details. SPEA (Master of Public Affairs/Information Systems Management) and Master of Information ScienceThe dual M.I.S./M.P.A. program addresses the demand for information specialists with public management and problem-solving skills. The program requires completion of a minimum of 69 credit hours of graduate course work. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Information Science degree are as follows:
SPEA (Master of Public Affairs/Information Systems Management) and Master of Library ScienceThe dual M.L.S./M.P.A. program addresses the demand for information specialists with public management and problem-solving skills. The program requires completion of a minimum of 66 credit hours of graduate course work. Students must apply for admission to the master's programs of both the School of Library and Information Science and the School of Public and Environmental Affairs and meet the admission criteria established for each. The two degrees must be awarded simultaneously. Requirements for the Master of Library Science degree are as follows:
CertificationsSchool Library/Media and Information Technology Certification School Library/Media and Information Technology CertificationIndividuals who hold a valid teaching license may add the certification for Teacher of Library Media (K-12) with emphasis in school media information technology by successful completion of the following 27 credits with grades of B or higher. Students must meet the graduate admission requirements for the School of Library and Information Science. The SLIS director of library media education will be assigned to the student as an academic advisor. Courses successfully completed may also count toward the 36 credit Master of Library Science, accredited by the American Library Association. Students who want to complete the M.L.S. degree should be careful to follow the M.L.S. curriculum requirements. Check the SLIS Web site (www.slis.indiana.edu) for details. From the School of Library and Information Science In addition, SLIS courses in application of technology to instruction (9 credit hours) such as L526, L528, L535, L552, L554, L566, L570, L571, L620, or L595 workshops with topics such as Electronic Materials for Children, or Technology Rich Learning, Video Production, or Grant Writing. Individuals who do not hold a valid teaching license may establish one in the area of Teacher of Library Media by completing the above 27 credits and 15 credits from the menu of education courses below. They must also pass the national teacher exams, including the specialization in school media, and successfully complete student teaching in school media, which includes 5 credits in a secondary school and 5 credits in an elementary school. These courses are offered through the School of Education. One 3 credit hour course from: EDUC P510, P515, P516 or P540 Public Library CertificationPublic Library Certification Requirements Students who desire certification for positions in Indiana public libraries must meet the requirements established by the State Library Certification Board. For complete information, contact the Indiana Library Certification Board, Indiana State Library, 140 N. Senate, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 1-800-451-6028. The board lists two kinds of education in determining the grade of certificate granted: Accredited library education is described as completion of graduate study in an accredited program and validated by a diploma. This level relates to the higher grades of certification: Librarian I, II, or III. Librarian I and II levels have experience as well as educational components. Librarian III is the minimum grade for heads of libraries serving populations of 10,001 to 25,000 and for comparable positions as determined by the library certification board. The Master of Library Science degree from Indiana University meets this requirement. Approved library education is defined as elementary instruction in library science taken after completion of a prescribed period of undergraduate education. Approved library education requires specified amounts of study in library science and relates to the lower grades of Indiana library certificates. Two levels of approved education are recognized:
Specialist in Library and Information ScienceThe candidate for the specialist degree must complete 30 credit hours of graduate course work, of which at least 15 must be taken from the SLIS curriculum. The additional 15 credit hours may be taken in another school or department of Indiana University. The student's program should be planned in consultation with the SLIS advisor to meet the student's academic and professional goals. Students must complete the degree requirements within a period of five years. A maximum of 6 graduate credit hours from another accredited university may, in certain limited circumstances and with the permission of the dean, be applied to the Specialist degree. Outside courses are warranted only when they are relevant to the student's career objectives. Ordinarily permission for such outside course work must be obtained before enrolling in the course. The course must be completed with a grade of B or higher, must not be applied to another degree, and must be taken within the five-year time frame allowed for completion of the degree. A research project or thesis is not required, but students may receive up to 6 hours of credit by completing such work. An average grade of at least B (3.0) must be achieved in all graduate work taken. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information ScienceThe SLIS doctoral program emphasizes a research orientation, focused on advancing and disseminating both basic and applied knowledge about the design, use, management, and evaluation of information systems in all segments of society. The interdisciplinary approach brings together perspectives from information science and the behavioral sciences with appropriate research methodologies. The Ph.D. program prepares the next generation of scholars in the field to conduct research of the highest quality. As a result, emphasis is placed on research experience, public discussion and dissemination of research findings, and the development of methodological skills and theoretical understanding. SLIS Minor Ph.D. Program RequirementsFull instructions for the doctoral program are presented in the SLIS Doctoral Program Handbook. The following outline summarizes these requirements. Course Credits Course CreditsEach doctoral student at Indiana University is required to complete at least 90 credit hours of an advanced course of study. Up to 30 credit hours earned in a master's or specialist degree program may be transferred to the doctoral program, provided they meet time limit requirements and are relevant to the student's doctoral area of concentration. Of the 90 credit hours, 60 must be taken at the Bloomington or Indianapolis campus (or both) of Indiana University. All course work, except dissertation credits, must be completed within seven years of matriculation. Students must select at least one minor subject area from those areas of graduate study outside of SLIS that have been approved by the University Graduate School. The determination of minimum requirements and examination procedures (if any) for the minor is entirely at the discretion of the minor department or program. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Science Program of StudiesAn advisory committee of at least three faculty members oversees the student's program of studies, annual progress reports (portfolio), and preparation for the qualifying examination. At least two members of the committee, including the chair, must be members of the University Graduate School faculty. Two advisory committee members must be from SLIS and one from the student's minor area. Within the 90 credit hours of the program, the student must taken 13 credit hours of required SLIS research seminars, 9 credit hours of research skills and statistics (which may be from another IU department), at least 24 credit hours that represent a major area within information science, and 12 to 15 credit hours that represent an outside minor area. The dissertation normally equals 15 hours of deferred thesis credit. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Science Qualifying ExaminationThe qualifying examination provides students an opportunity to investigate an area in depth, to write a lengthy paper summarizing their findings, and to defend their work publicly before their peers and the full faculty. Upon passing the qualifying exam, the student is nominated to candidacy. Admission to candidacy will not be awarded, however, until all required course work has been completed and/or validated. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Science The DissertationA research committee of at least four faculty members guides the student through the dissertation research, writing, and final oral defense. The committee members must all be University Graduate School faculty, with the chair and at least one other member being full members. Three research committee members must be from SLIS and one from the student's minor area. After admission to candidacy, doctoral students must register for at least one credit hour each semester (excluding summer sessions) in order to maintain active student status. The dissertation must be completed and successfully defended within seven years of passing the oral qualifying examination. Return to Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Science
General InformationGrade Computation Grade ComputationInstructors in the School of Library and Information Science use a grading system that includes plus and minus grades as well as straight letters. Numerical equivalents for these grades are as follows: A+ or A = 4.0; A- = 3.7; B+ = 3.3; B = 3.0; B- = 2.7; C+ = 2.3; C = 2.0; C- = 1.7; D+ = 1.3; D = 1.0; D- = 0.7; F = 0.0. Letter grades have been defined as follows by student and faculty members of the Curriculum Steering Committee and have been approved by the faculty as an aid in evaluation of academic performance and to assist students by giving them an understanding of the grading standards of the School of Library and Information Science.
No course in which a student receives a grade of lower than C (2.0) will be counted toward requirements for any SLIS degree. Any required course in which a grade lower than C is received must be repeated; an elective course in which an unacceptable grade is earned need not be repeated, but it may be repeated or another course must be taken in its place. Repeating a course in which an unacceptable grade was earned or taking another in its place does not remove the credit points for that course from the student's grade point average. All grades achieved in SLIS courses will be counted in the SLIS and IU GPA. Since a minimum GPA of 3.0 (B) is required for graduation, any grade below B must be balanced by another sufficiently above B to keep the GPA at the 3.0 level. Grade of IncompleteThe grade of Incomplete (I) may be used on the final grade report at the discretion of the instructor. The grade I indicates that the student's work in a course is satisfactory thus far but has not been completed as of the end of the semester. The grade of Incomplete may be given only when the completed portion of a student's work in a course is of passing quality, and may be awarded only upon showing hardship to the student that would make it unjust to hold the student to the original time limit for course completion. It is the responsibility of the student who has incurred a grade of Incomplete in any course to fulfill the requirements of that course within a maximum of one calendar year from the date on which the I grade is recorded. After one calendar year, a grade of Incomplete automatically changes to a grade of F on the student's record. Deferred Grade (R)Certain doctoral-level courses, such as L799 and G901, in which candidates enroll while working on their dissertations, are expected to take longer than one year. In these instances, an R, indicating that the grade has been deferred, will be assigned until such time as the dissertation is completed. Computer AccountsAll SLIS students are eligible for and are required to obtain Indiana University computer accounts immediately upon matriculation. These e-mail addresses form a basis for faculty communication with classes, and are essential for departmental communication with students. Students are also required to subscribe to the departmental LISTSERV "SLIS-L." Administrative notices about financial aid deadlines, graduation application procedures, student part-time job opportunities, etc. are distributed primarily through this LISTSERV. It is the student's responsibility to review all departmental correspondence. Other computer accounts may be needed for individual courses. Indiana University offers a wide variety of technology options. The SLIS Web site provides links and other information. PlacementCareer opportunities in library and information science are varied and interesting. SLIS graduates continue to be placed in top library and information industry positions. The Careers portion of the SLIS Web site has links to job listings and career information. Students are encouraged to read job listings and to explore areas of interest. SLIS has student chapters of professional associations. These groups offer networking and professional development, host guest speakers, and conduct career workshops. The IU Career Development Center on campus also provides numerous resources, from resume writing workshops to job fairs. SLIS Alumni AssociationThe School of Library and Information Science Alumni Association has as its purpose the furthering of educational, professional, and social interests of the school and its alumni. The association publishes a semiannual newsletter to keep alumni informed about developments within the school and news of each other. The Alumni Association, in cooperation with the school, also sponsors receptions at annual conferences of state and national professional organizations. Summer SessionsThe School of Library and Information Science offers one of the largest selections of summer classes proportional to school enrollment. The two summer sessions are a six-week session from early May to mid-June and an eight-week session from mid-June to mid-August. It is possible for some students to complete a SLIS master's degree by attending only summer sessions over the period of five years allowed for degree completion. Students are cautioned, however, that not all courses are or will be available during summer sessions. For additional information consult the course schedules on the SLIS Web site. Financial AidSLIS Merit Scholar Packages Several graduate assistantships are available to SLIS students through the University Cyclotron Facility, Department of Chemistry, and, on some occasions, other university departments. These assistantships, which include fee scholarship and stipend packages, require appropriate academic background for part-time service in that unit. Financial aid recipients must make adequate progress toward their degrees each semester and meet all other requirements of the award, or financial support may be discontinued. It is the responsibility of each recipient to confirm tax status with the Internal Revenue Service. Application Deadline: January 15 International Student Aid SLIS Fellowship and Scholarship Awards Charles A. and Charles H. Davis Fellowship in Scientific Information—$4,000 annual award to assist graduate students in the study of scientific information Janice Kilner Egloff Scholarship—$500 annual award Dennis K. Grumling Award—$100 annual award for excellence in cataloging Frances E. Hammitt Scholarship—$1000 annual award Keith C. Kuhn Tri-State Scholarship—$100 annual award to a student from the Tri-State Area (Southeast Indiana, Southwest Ohio, and Northern Kentucky) Margaret I. Rufsvold Graduate Fellowship—$2000 annual award Harold and Marjorie Sharp Scholarship—$500 annual award with preference for special library career paths Clayton A. Shepherd Scholarship—$2000 annual award with emphasis on information science and technology Evelyn Ray Sickels Award—$450 annual award for youth services Caroline Smerk Award—$550 annual award for art librarianship ALA Spectrum Initiative Matching Award—6 credit hours of fee remission for a student who receives an ALA Spectrum Scholarship and who elects to attend IU H. W. Wilson Scholarships—varying awards Yuan T'ung Li Fellowship—$1000 annual award to a student of Chinese ancestry Other Scholarship and Aid Resources Students are advised to check the SLIS Web site often for updated scholarship information. In addition to SLIS departmental aid, there are professional associations and institutions (see examples below) that offer support to library and information science graduate students. Student loans and part-time jobs are also available. AIME (Association for Indiana Media Educators) Scholarships are offered to students planning a career in Indiana school libraries and media centers. Application details are published by AIME and by SLIS when they become available. ILF (Indiana Library Federation) Scholarships are awarded annually by the ILF to students who are Indiana residents, have economic need, and are studying or wish to study for a career in librarianship. Awards are made each spring, and recipients must agree to work in an Indiana library for one year following degree receipt. E-mail ILF (ilf@indy.net) or call (317) 257-2040 for details. The InULA (Indiana University Librarians Association) Julie Ann V. Nilson Scholarship is awarded annually to a full- or part-time student currently enrolled in a School of Library and Information Science master's degree program. A $1,000 award is given each year. Students must complete an application form, a statement of professional philosophy and goals, and arrange to have at least one letter of reference sent directly to the current InULA president as listed on the application each year. InULA reserves the right to publish the winning statement in its newsletter. See www.indiana.edu/~inula. The A. R. Zipf Fellowship in Information Management awards $8,000 annually to a student who shows exceptional promise for leadership and technical achievement in information management-sponsored by the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR). See www.clir.org/fellowships/zipf/zipf.html. Student employment opportunities in part-time positions on campus and in the community are frequently available. The IU Libraries and the campus University Information and Technology Services (UITS) department are key employers of SLIS students. SLIS also announces opportunities as they become available, and lists links on the SLIS Web site. Student loans are managed through the IU Office of Student Financial Assistance, (812) 855-0321 (www.indiana.edu/~sfa). This is a separate process from the SLIS financial aid process. SLIS Financial Support for Doctoral StudentsThere are a variety of financial aid sources for doctoral students, including fellowships awarded by the university to outstanding graduate students, and government-funded awards under the Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) program. Scholarships established by alumni and supporters contribute to Ph.D. departmental aid packages (for example, the Margaret Griffin Coffin Scholarship and the Sarah Reed Scholarship). Qualified Ph.D. students may apply for the Clayton A. Shepherd Scholarship. SLIS also provides support to Ph.D. students in the form of graduate assistantships and other direct aid. Teaching opportunities are often available. International students are required by the University Graduate School to demonstrate financial independence before being admitted to the program. Questions should be directed to the director of the SLIS doctoral program.
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