The Legacy Travel Award

The Legacy Travel Award (hereafter "Award") was established by the Academy of Certified Archivists (hereafter "Academy") to foster participation in ACA events by its members; to encourage professional development and thus certification maintenance; and to support the development of potential new Academy leaders from among the membership. The Award, originally named The Class of 1989 Legacy Professional Development Award, honors the spirit of leadership and commitment to professional standards and development that led to the founding of the Academy in 1989.

The Academy will grant one (1) award annually of up to $500 to assist an Academy member in good standing with travel expenses related to attending that year's annual Academy business meeting, held during the Society of American Archivist's annual meeting.

To apply for the 2012 Award, a member must submit a letter of application by June 1, 2012, to the Academy Secretariat. In the letter, the member should include a statement of commitment to attend the annual meeting if selected, why the Award would benefit the member (both professionally and financially), and anticipated expenses.

Applicants will receive notification from the Academy President as to whether or not they received the Award on or before June 15.

The recipient of the Award is expected to travel to the host city, attend the annual business meeting of the Academy, and submit receipts for travel. Recipients may be asked to make a brief statement at the business meeting and/or submit an article for the newsletter. The Recipient will also serve on the 2013 Award selection committee.

Mail applications to the following:

ACA Legacy Travel Award

c/o ACA Secretariat

1450 Western Avenue, Suite 101

Albany, NY 12203