Leadership/Pittsburgh Chapter Award
The Pittsburgh Chapter's "The Pittsburgh Chapter Award" is presented annually to recognize a Chapter member who has demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to the Chapter.

Lifetime Achievement Award
This award will honor a professional librarian for outstanding achievement and accomplishments reflecting the goals of the library profession. The honoree will have shown extended and sustained periods of distinguished commitment to the Chapter.

Publications/ Authorship Award
This award will be presented to a Chapter member who has made a significant contribution to the published  literature or created an important electronic document or tool.  Examples include journal articles, conference presentations, book chapters, web pages, and blogs.

Catalyst Award
This award recognizes a member who has provided innovative solutions to issues that significantly affect the mission and values of the Chapter.

Innovation in Technology Award
The technology award is given to a member who has developed methods or tools to streamline and simplify information tasks through the use of advanced technology so as to achieve actionable results.

Mentoring Award
This award will be presented to a Chapter member in recognition of exceptional contributions in the area of mentoring students and/or practicing professionals in the field.