The deadline to apply for scholarships to attend this year’s Museum Computer Network conference has been extended to August 22, 2009! See the following announcement for details.
Announcing scholarships to attend the 37th annual Museum Computer Network conference in Portland, Oregon!
The Museum Computer Network is delighted to offer museum professionals the opportunity to apply for scholarships that will enable them to attend the MCN annual conference in November.
The annual meeting provides an occasion where you can meet and learn from experts on the technology topics challenging today’s museums. It’s also a great time for networking and establishing new relationships to strengthen your resources for the coming year.
SCHOLARSHIP BASICS
What? Eight scholarships are available to attend MCN’s 2009 annual conference. Each stipend includes the full conference registration fee, free hotel stay, and a US $50.00 stipend to cover additional expenses.
Who? This scholarship is available to museum professionals who meet one of the following criteria:
• Employed at an institution with no more than 20 permanent staff • First-time MCN conference attendee.
• New to the profession with less than 2 years experience in the field.
Where?
Museum Information, Museum Efficiency: Doing More with Less 37th Annual MCN Conference November 11-14, 2009 Portland, Oregon
Why? The annual MCN conference offers tremendous personal and professional benefits and rewards. Not only do attendees gain professional knowledge from sessions, they also have the opportunity to network with professionals from around the world.
How? Complete the MCN 2009 Scholarship Application and Acceptance Agreement and submit according to instructions available online at http://www.mcn.edu/conferences/index.asp?subkey=2454.
Submission Deadline: EXTENDED TO AUGUST 22, 2009
Questions? Please contact Jana Hill, 2009 Scholarship Committee chair, jana.hill@cartermuseum.org.
