05/03/19
HAYS, Kan. – Join the Fort Hays State University community at 3 p.m. on Monday, May 6, on the main floor of Forsyth Library to celebrate the first award winner of the Lynn Haggard Undergraduate Library Research Award.

This $500 cash award will recognize a Fort Hays State undergraduate student for research that incorporates the use of Forsyth Library resources and demonstrates exemplary information literacy and research skills. The award is based on the student’s ability to find, evaluate and use library resources effectively in research and creative projects.

“The Lynn Haggard Undergraduate Library Research Award honors Lynn Haggard, retired Forsyth Librarian, and the 18 years of passionate service to the FHSU community and highlights the role of libraries as partners in student learning,” said Deborah Ludwig, dean of Forsyth Library.

Speakers at the event will include Ludwig, Nathan Elwood, librarian at Forsyth Library, Thomas Lippert, instructor of management, Haggard, and the award winner.

The Hays Area Chamber of Commerce will also be present to perform a ribbon cutting.

The public is welcome to attend. Refreshments will follow the program.