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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">From:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"> Walter <walter-bounces@list.ohionet.org>
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Ferguson Schieszer, Ashleigh (schiesah)<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Thursday, July 9, 2020 1:32 PM<br>
<b>To:</b> walter@list.ohionet.org; CONSERVATIONUS-bookandpaper@ConnectedCommunity.org; CONSERVATIONUS-photographicmaterials@ConnectedCommunity.org; Book_Arts-L@listserv.syr.edu; ksuslis-l@listserv.kent.edu; seolib@lists.library.ohio.gov; ohioarchivists@lists.oplin.org;
slis@lsv.uky.edu<br>
<b>Subject:</b> [Walter] Call for Applications: Ohio Preservation Council Professional Development Grant<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">Dear Colleagues,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The<b> Ohio Preservation Council has updated 2020 grant procedures and</b>
<b>awards </b>to reflect the current emphasis on<b> remote learning and virtual conferences.
</b></span><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">In 2020, the Ohio Preservation Council will offer
<b>four awards</b> of up to $250 each <b>in support of continuing education for Ohio Students and Professionals</b> with an interest in preserving our cultural heritage. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and awardees will be notified after the
3rd Thursday of: August, September, November, December. Full details can be found
<a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fohiopreservationcouncil.org%2Fresources%2FDocuments%2F2020%2520Professional%2520Development%2520Grant.pdf&data=02%7C01%7Ccarleton%40ohio.edu%7Cb168efa8b80448f62d0708d8242df314%7Cf3308007477c4a70888934611817c55a%7C0%7C1%7C637299127066278809&sdata=mBGhF4qZuJ6jskL0dnhTx7vsE9xnxwrJi4f1Il7V58Y%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">
here</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">For more information on how to apply visit:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
</span><a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fohiopreservationcouncil.org%2FGrants&data=02%7C01%7Ccarleton%40ohio.edu%7Cb168efa8b80448f62d0708d8242df314%7Cf3308007477c4a70888934611817c55a%7C0%7C1%7C637299127066278809&sdata=OuhSMmBMcBfk6QQPh3AQMEoXXt4O6o6tJFZ6RFUFDTs%3D&reserved=0"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1155CC">http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The
<b>Ohio Preservation Council</b> serves as a coalition of preservationists, conservators, librarians, archivists, curators, records managers, the institutions they represent, and other concerned citizens who recognize the serious threat to documentary heritage.
The Council’s mission is to provide a network for preservation education and to support preservation activities within the state of Ohio. The Council believes in cooperative, state-wide efforts across geographic and professional lines are needed to meet preservation
challenges.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The Ohio Preservation Council recognizes the value of professional meetings, conferences, and other educational opportunities to advance the field of preservation
and provide a forum to voice the need for ongoing stewardship of our documentary heritage. When possible, the OPC shall provide financial support to individuals to develop skills, expand knowledge, and gain experience relevant to the mission and goals of the
Ohio Preservation Council. Applications are due the first Mondays in March and September.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Individuals requesting financial support must meet the following criteria:</span></b><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">• Working in the state of Ohio OR pursuing an advanced degree or certificate in the state of Ohio;</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">• Working directly in the field of preservation (as described above) OR pursuing a degree or certificate within the field;</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">• Request is for professional development that clearly relates to preservation issues and/or preservation skills;</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">• Have not received financial support from the OPC Grant within 3 calendar years.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">For more information on how to apply visit:</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">
</span><a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fohiopreservationcouncil.org%2FGrants&data=02%7C01%7Ccarleton%40ohio.edu%7Cb168efa8b80448f62d0708d8242df314%7Cf3308007477c4a70888934611817c55a%7C0%7C1%7C637299127066288804&sdata=ARfyucU3ziflD%2BkgM5ZAUIJUaLuGfeAzZCHChoKxIlY%3D&reserved=0"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:#1155CC">http://ohiopreservationcouncil.org/Grants</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Regards,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Ashleigh Ferguson Schieszer<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Ohio Preservation Council Vice Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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