The LIS Program mourns the loss of Professor Emerita Edith Phillips. Professor Phillips served the Program for 23 years after a successful career that began in 1949 when she received her AMLS from the University of Michigan. She worked in academic, public and special libraries in Michigan and Illinois, including serving as Head of the Cataloging Department for the State Library of Michigan. In 1968, she came to Wayne State University where she taught various courses in cataloging and technical services until her retirement in 1991. During her career, Professor Phillips taught over 3,500 students and gave multiple lectures and addresses, published and served as a consultant to libraries. At her retirement, she was remembered as not only a faculty member but "an advocate of faculty rights, an author, and an educator who has the highest ethical values."

The Edith B. Phillips Endowed Scholarship was established by Professor Phillips as well as alumni and friends honoring her many contributions to the LIS Program. Awarded every academic year, this scholarship recognizes scholastic achievement, encourages continued professional development, and provides assistance to students enrolled in the LIS Program. If you would like to make a donation in Professor Phillips\' honor, please visit http://www-dev.lisp.wayne.edu/alumni/give.php.