 My name is Terry Funk and I am most appreciative and excited that I've been chosen as one of the 2016 recipients of the Robert Ellis Scholarship. As part of student eligibility for this scholarship, one must have completed Info 248, beginning cataloging and classification. As a student on the teacher librarian pathway, this class is one of my core requirements. Last fall I had the opportunity to take Info 248 with Dr. Mary Bowlin, who I believe is particularly good with beginning catalogers. She took my initial spark of interest and inspired me to seek information about the subject matter, producing an enduring flame of knowledge that is still burning brightly today. At the time I didn't want the class to end and the experience will stay with me as I continue my professional journey. Next semester will be my last at the iSchool and as a part-time student I have been going to school during a time of disability. This award will help me with the cost of tuition as I complete my studies. I want to thank Dr. Hirsch, the student, award and scholarship committee and SJSU faculty for selecting me for this honor. And a special thank you to Janice Wachimoto for her generous support in making this scholarship possible.