Schaffer Library is pleased to announce a new research prize: the Schaffer Library Research Prize. The Research Prize is awarded to a current Union College student to recognize a research project that uses library resources. The Prize will be awarded as part of Prize Day in Spring 2026.
Questions? Email ResearchPrize@union.edu
Open to all current Union College students.
A committee composed of Schaffer Librarians will judge entries based on the submission of a reflective essay (500-1000 words) as well as the research project itself including the bibliography.
Submissions will be evaluated based on how well they provide evidence of the following criteria:
Please see the full rubric for more in-depth information about the judging criteria.
Library resources may be print or online books and journals; databases; primary resources such as those found in the Library’s Special Collections; and library materials in any media. Resources requested via Schaffer Library Interlibrary loan are also eligible.
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