| Education: |
Master of Library and Information Science
Drexel University. September 2006 to September 2007
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Bachelor of Arts in Literary Studies/Computer Programming
Juniata College. August 1997 to May 2001.
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One Year Study Abroad
University of Ripon and York St. John: Ripon, England. September 1999 to June 2000
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| Programming: |
Advanced: PHP, HTML, MySQL — Intermediate: CSS, JavaScript — Beginner: XML, Perl
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| Selected Software: |
Windows; Mac OS X; Ubuntu; Internet Explorer; Mozilla Firefox; Stylus Studio; Macromedia Dreamweaver; Abbyy Finereader; Adobe PhotoShop; Adobe Acrobat; Microsoft Professional Office Suite (including Access); iWork Suite; OpenOffice Suite; Novell Groupwise; Microsoft Outlook; UltraEdit; HTML Kit; VirtualBox; Gimp
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| Memberships: |
Special Library Association (SLA). 9/2006 – present
Greater Philadelphia Law Library Association (GPLLA). 1/2002 – present
American Library Association (ALA). 8/2006 – 8/2007
Library & Information Technology Assocation (LITA). 8/2006 – 8/2007
Upper Darby Adult Evening Program (UDAEP) Board. 9/2005 – 6/2007
Tail Blazers Agility Club (TBAC). 8/2005 – 8/2007
GPLLA Electronic Services Group. 9/2006 – 5/2007
PA Library Association (PaLA). 5/2006 – 5/2007
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| Volunteer Roles: |
SLA 2012 Annual Conference Advisory Council – Member. 6/2010-present
Library Leadership Network – Columnist. 4/2010-present
SLA Philadelphia Webmaster. 1/2010-present
Collaborative Librarianship Journal – Columnist. 4/2009 – present
SLA Centennial Web Subcommittee. 12/2008 – 1/2010
SLA IT Division Vendor Relations – Chair. 6/2009 – 6/2010
SLA IT Division Blogging Section – Chair. 1/2008 – 12/2009
SLA IT Division Blogging Section – Chair-Elect. 6/2007 – 12/2007
GPLLA – Webmaster. 4/2007 – present
SLA Philadelphia Technology Task Force – Member. 2007
SLA Drexel Student Chapter (DUSLA) – Co-Newsletter Editor. 9/2006 – 9/2007
UDAEP – Webmaster. 9/2005 – 6/2007
Patchwork Shelties Rescue – Webmaster. 6/2005 – present
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| Work Experience: |
Director of Open Source Education [10/2009 - present]
ByWater Solutions. Primary responsibilities include increasing awareness and facilitating education about open source in both the physical and virtual library communities.
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Open Source Evangelist [2/2008 - 9/2009]
LibLime. Educate librarians about open source software.
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Metadata Librarian [5/2007 - 2/2008]
Princeton Theological Seminary. Perform cataloging (copy and original) duties specific to special collections. Develop and maintain standards for metadata as related to unique digital collections within the library. Work with members of the library staff to improve digital collection data and usability. Supervise student workers on a per-project basis.
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Web Manager [8/2003 - 5/2007]
Jenkins Law Library. In charge of upkeep, design and programming for all of Jenkins’ websites, including the automated catalog (powered by Innovative Interfaces Inc.) and digital collections. Evaluate each department’s workflow and suggest solutions to improve productivity. Develop MySQL database applications with PHP for automation of daily web related tasks. Teach web and online technology workshops for staff and patrons. Supervise Web Assistant and work closely with all members of the library staff.
URLs: www.jenkinslaw.org and www.palawlibrary.com
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Web Design Instructor [9/2005 - 4/2006]
Upper Darby Adult Evening Program. Instruct community members and business owners in basic web design techniques.
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Web Assistant [6/2001 - 8/2003]
Jenkins Law Library. Assist in upkeep of Jenkins’ website, palawlibrary.com, intranet, and extranets. In charge of keeping web statistics database and search engine optimization. Keep up with web and library technology and offer suggestions for improvement within the library.
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Human Resources Webmaster/Intern [8/2000 - 5/2001]
Juniata College Human Resources. In charge of assessing the needs of the staff and developing an office website and applicant management database using the resources available to the department.
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Help Desk Assistant [8/2000 - 12/2000]
Juniata College CNS. Provide computer and network related support to students.
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Information Access Assistant [8/1998 - 12/1998] – [8/2000 - 12/2000]
Juniata College. Instruct incoming freshman in the information skills necessary for their college education. Classes included a review of the programs on the college network and introduction to library resources, including databases, inter-library loan and using the library catalog.
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Sales Associate [6/1999 - 8/2000]
Best Buy. Provide customer and sales assistance. Assist with inventory control.
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Office Assistant [6/1998 - 1/1999]
Massarelli’s™ . Work as front desk assistant. Help customers with placing orders. In charge of organizing office filing system.
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Human Resources Student Assistant [10/1997 - 05/1999]
Juniata College Human Resources. Manage all applicant data and assist with general office and clerical duties as needed.
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Library Assistant [10/1997 - 5/1998]
Juniata College L.A. Beeghly Library. Shelve and Categorize Periodicals.
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Store Manager [5/1997 - 8/1997]
Crystals, Gems, and More. Work closely with owner to select store inventory. Design jewelry on request for customers.
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| Awards & Honors: |
3/2007 – Library Journal’s Movers & Shakers 2007
2/2007 – 2007 Code4lib Conference Scholarship for Women
2/2007 – TBAC Appreciation Award for Outstanding Service in 2006
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| Web Portfolio: |
The Gamecrafters’ Guild. URL: www.gamecrafters.net
Patchwork Sheltie Rescue. URL: www.patchworkshelties.org
What I Learned Today… URL: www.web2learning.net
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Publications &
Presentations: |
Complete List Online
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