the SLA and its goal and objectives. James M. Matarazzo Rising Star Award is presented annually to up to five new SLA members who have been members for no more than five years and show exceptional promise of leadership and contribution to the association and profession. Nominees must meet at least one of the following criteria: Performed outstanding work and professional activities on behalf of SLA Developed notable innovations on the job Actively participated in SLA units and association programs Promoted the visibility of SLA or the value of information professionals Recipients receive complimentary registration for the SLA Annual Conference & INFO-EXPO in the year in which they receive the award. SLA Committee/Council/Unit Recognition Programs and SAAAC Merit Awards are presented by the SLA Student and Academic Affairs Advisory Council (SAAAC) in recognition of the active development and participation of student members through their involvement in SLA Student Group activities. Through these awards the SAAAC recognizes and honors SLA Student Groups whose outstanding leadership, innovative programming, or creative use of electronic resources contribute to increased membership and expanded professional development. SAAAC awards are made based on documented quantitative and qualitative evidence pertaining to one or more of the following award criteria: Increased student group membership Expanded professional development opportunities (both formal and informal) Heightened profile of the SLA Student Group within their own school, on their own campus, or in the professional community Success in bringing educators and practicing special librarians together Increased or enhanced profile of special librarianship and/or SLA within the academic or broader community Several other awards are given out at the Chapter and Division level as well at the SLA Annual Conference. Publications Special Libraries (1910-1996), a journal containing articles and columns on cataloging and indexing, book reviews, and information about the Special Library Association. Information Outlook (1997-2020), formerly Special Libraries, a bimonthly online professional/trade magazine. Publication ceased with the March-April 2020 issue. References External links Official website Special Libraries archive at SJSU ScholarWorks Information Outlook archive at SJSU ScholarWorks Library-related professional associations Organizations based in Alexandria, Virginia Organizations established in 1909