Established in 2010, the MLA Rising Star Program provides members with the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge, and personal characteristics needed to become a leader in MLA. The applicant does not need to be a current member of MLA when applying to the program. If selected, the applicant will be required to obtain MLA membership for the duration of the program, which spans two membership cycles. Two years of MLA membership is required. The applicant is considered ineligible if they have served on the MLA Board of Directors. The applicant must have attended at least one national MLA annual...