Dear VRA Community,
The VRA Awards Committee is thrilled to announce the establishment of a new award category to engage new members in the Association and help existing members who might need financial assistance to retain their VRA membership.
Introducing the vrcHost Membership Awards. These awards are generously sponsored by vrcHost, a company that offers comprehensive solutions for the Madison Digital Image Database (MDID) project--installation, integration, hosting, customization, and software development--while also serving as the exclusive agent for the Archivision Research Library, which provides professional architecture and art photography with rich metadata.
In 2023, vrcHost is providing funds for about 10-15 such awards, each of which will provide a one-year membership in the Visual Resources Association as well as in the VRA Regional Chapter of the recipient's choice. Membership in VRA confers benefits, including, but not limited to: discounts on continuing education and professional development; participation in community spaces, such as committees with leadership opportunities; and networking with colleagues via the VRA Listserv.
A simple application process is in place. Please just complete this Google form to be considered for a vrcHost Membership Award. Be prepared to share your interest in the field of Visual Resources, how this award might benefit you and resume or curriculum vitae.
On the timing front, please see the following goals:
- June 30 - Deadline for Completing the Google Form Application
- July 23 - Awards Committee Review Completed/Board Approval
- July 31 - Recipients Notified
Any student or information worker interested in visual resources and image management is eligible to apply for a vrcHost Membership Award, including: new members; veteran members; international members; solo, isolated, and part-time VR professionals; students considering careers in visual resources; and any member with financial need.
There is no limit to how many times a person can apply for or receive this award, but first consideration will be given to those who have not received this award in the past.
Please spread the word about these awards to anyone you think might be interested and join us in thanking vrcHost for supporting new and existing VRA members with this wonderful new award.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me directly or the Awards Committee at [log in to unmask].
Best regards,
Maureen Burns, Chair
VRA Awards Committee
[log in to unmask]
310-489-3792
