ARMA Professional Development Award

Purpose

The ARMA Professional Development Award supplies professional development support to ARMA members wishing to attend applicable ARMA Conferences. Award winners will receive reimbursement for their conference registration.  Up to 6 applicants will be selected to receive reimbursement for attending ARMA InfoCon each year.

Eligibility

  1. Be an ARMA International Professional or Student member at the time of application and award distribution;
  2. Confirm that your employer will not cover your registration and/or travel cost or that you are self-employed; and
  3. Have not received an AIEF-funded award over $500 in the last 5 years;
  4. Be currently pursuing a career in the records and information management industry.

Sponsor and Funding

This award is generously funded through a gift from ARMA International. Funding is determined on an annual basis. AIEF reserves the right not to offer grants unless funding is available. AIEF encourages endowed scholarships supported by gifts from individuals and organizations. Potential donors are invited to contact us for more information.

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Selection Committee

The AIEF Scholarship Committee reviews and rates applicants using a rubric designed to assess the completeness and quality of each application.

Reimbursement Award

Funds will be disbursed upon receipt of proof of event registration and attendance. AIEF will provide up to $1,500 to cover the cost of a full conference registration for awardees attending ARMA InfoCon. Reimbursements do not include optional add-on registration items.

Payment

AIEF will make payment directly to the award recipient. All payments will be made in US dollars by e-check or wire transfer, upon confirmation of attendance of the conference.

Application Requirements

Applicant criteria:

  • Be a current ARMA International Professional or Student Member;
  • Does not currently serve as an AIEF Trustee or ARMA International Board Member;
  • Has not received an AIEF-funded award over $500 in the past 5 years;
  • Be currently pursuing a career in the records and information management industry;
  • Be willing to share their experience through an ARMA article, interview, or similar platform; and
  • Submit a complete application and all supporting documents as outlined below.

Application packets must include:

  • Proof of current ARMA membership (Professional);
  • A current resume;
  • A statement of financial need (maximum 350 words); and
  • A personal statement (between 250-350 words) addressing why the applicant is interested in attending the event and how it will help their career.
Application Opens January 1

AIEF Awards Application Timeline

All AIEF Scholarships and Awards follow the annual schedule outlined below:

January 1 – March 31: Application period for all scholarships and awards.

April – May: Review and selection process.

June: Award notifications and public announcements.

Reimbursement dates will be based on the award received.

Please ensure all application materials are submitted by April 1 to be considered. Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed.