Purpose: To recognize outstanding-accomplishment in the field of librarianship and/or library service and to develop and to encourage interest in the library profession.
The Mississippi Library Association presents these awards:
- Baker & Taylor/NMRT Grassroots Award (Selected by New Members Round Table)
- Carroon Apple Award (Selected by School Libraries Section)
- Friends of Mississippi Libraries: Chapter One Award (Selected by Friends of Mississippi Libraries)
- Friends of Mississippi Libraries: Ruby Assaf Presidential Award (Selected by Friends of Mississippi Libraries)
- Mississippi Authors Awards (Selected by Mississippi Authors Awards Committee)
- Outstanding Achievement Award (Selected by Awards Committee)
- Past Presidents Award (Selected by Past Presidents Committee)
- Peggy May Award (Selected by Awards Committee)
Chair: Lori Barnes