The Jennie Award , named in honor of Jennie Cross, may be presented to a member of the Michigan documents community in recognition of current outstanding achievement or special service. Nominations must include or be followed by a written letter of support. This letter should include name, address of the nominee, present place of employment, description of achievements or special service by the nominee, and the nominating source. The Thurston plaque recognizes a contribution to the professional literature by a practicing documents or other librarian which improves access to government information at the international, Federal, state, or local level. The contribution should have been published within the past three years.
Electronic publication is acceptable.
If unpublished, it should have been completed in the past three years. Nominations must be submitted on a special form. The award is presented in the memory of Paul W. Thurston, who set exemplary professional standards during his career as a documents librarian. Requested Thanks for visiting the RED TAPE Home Page. Each issue is continuously updated and expanded during a three month cycle, so check back soon for the latest changes.