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Gary Newhouse, dean of library and media services at Oakton Community College, is the winner of the 2003 Illinois Academic Librarian of the Year Award. Newhouse will be recognized Thursday, October 16, at the Illinois Library Association Annual Conference in Springfield.In announcing the honor, Kathleen McSwain, chair of the ILA awards committee, cited Newhouse for "significant accomplishments in directing Oakton's library as a model for other community colleges," as well as his "very long and distinguished record of contributions to professional associations and resource sharing in Illinois."
A reception for award recipients and invited guests is scheduled before the formal ceremony on October 16. Newhouse also will be recognized Friday, October 17, at a continental breakfast sponsored by the Illinois Association of College and Research Libraries.
The ILA's Academic Librarian of the Year Award was established in 1985 to reward the achievements of those who distinguish themselves in notable professional association service, as well as in leadership and exemplary library service within an academic setting.
Oakton Community College offers degree and certificate curricula for students preparing to earn a bachelor's degree at a four-year college or university, as well as those preparing for employment in a variety of careers. Oakton is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association, Illinois Community College Board and American Association of Community Colleges.
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