The James A. Houck Memorial Scholarship

Dr. James A. Houck (1941-1995) was a great friend of libraries. It is, therefore, a most appropriate tribute that each spring a $1,000 scholarship bearing his name is awarded to a student pursuing a graduate degree in Library Science. 
 

Houck Scholarship Winners
 

About Dr. James A. Houck...
A published author, poet, and YSU professor emeritus, Dr. Houck was also a library enthusiast and library supporter at the local, state and national levels. He organized friends groups at Youngstown State University and The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. 

In 1995, Dr. Houck was presented with a distinguished service award for his work with Friends of Libraries USA, a group he founded. The Ohio Library Foundation also honored Dr. Houck for his outstanding contributions to library friends groups. 

The Friends of Maag Library are proud of their long association with  Dr. James Houck.
 

Who can apply for the grant...
Eligible applicants are Youngstown State University students, graduates,  staff, or Friends of Maag library members. Applicants should provide proof of  acceptance into an ALA-accredited Library Science program. 
 

How to apply...
Application forms are available at Maag Library on the campus of Youngstown State University, in the Administrative Office or at the Circulation Desk. (The application form is also available for download in PDF format.) 
 

When are applications due...
Applications must be returned by June 30. Send completed applications to the main office of Maag Library.
 

When will the Grant recipient be announced?
Announcement of the annual award will be made in July.