The University Libraries offer a unique fellowship to MLIS students at the iSchool that combines a scholarship with a paid work experience in the University Libraries system. The successful fellow receives a scholarship and an assignment in a University Libraries unit(s) based on the recipient's interests.

The recipient of the scholarship may use the funds for any purpose related to their academic life -- all or part of tuition, books, fees, or other educational expenses.

The award recipient will also be hired to work in the UW Libraries and thus will receive employment compensation over and above the scholarship. In order for the scholarship support to continue each quarter, the recipient must continue to be employed by the University Libraries and be in good academic standing.

The donors of this scholarship, Jill and Joe McKinstry, believe that a diverse learning environment enhances the education of all students and that a UW learning experience should be available to all members of our community. For these reasons, the donors have a strong interest in providing financial assistance to students from ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in the library professions. Given this interest, the donors recognize that this scholarship will help support the University of Washington's commitment to a diverse student population.

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Award Recipients

2008
Khuo Duong

2007
Jennifer Fairchild


2006
Smita Avasthi

2005
Abel Diaz

2004
Susie Chin

2001-2003
Jose G. "Memo" Cordova