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Chicago, IL, US

Baldwin City, Kansas, United States

• Managed synchronous reference services in-person and online for students, faculty, and staff, and created asynchronous subject-specific research guides.
• Taught effective research strategies and database utilization through class-based information literacy sessions, developing strong relationships between the library and faculty members.
• Coordinated outreach events aimed at promoting awareness of library resources across campus which assisted in collection development, ensuring the availability of diverse and up-to-date resources for students and staff.
• Supervised, trained, and guided student employees on best practices of greeting patrons, paging and shelving books, and circulation.

Bloomington, Indiana, United States

• Gained intimate knowledge of the library's full collection to help answer patron inquiries and process digitization orders in conjunction with the digitization team.
• Paged and shelved books and manuscript materials as needed.
• Facilitated virtual reference consultations to provide remote patrons access to materials.

Bloomington, Indiana, United States

• Taught primary source instructional sessions using independent research on materials from a diverse rare book and manuscript collection.
• Paged and shelved books and manuscript materials as needed.
• Assisted the Teaching Librarian with instructional sessions through set-up and clean-up, creating exhibition labels, and organizing materials.
• Initiated, planned, and independently executed a stacks reorganization project with the stacks manager to improve workflows, accessibility, and preservation of materials.

Bloomington, Indiana, United States

• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in conservation science and management techniques.
• Assisted Senior Conservator with removal of metal and adhesives, paper repair, and collection evaluation.
• Created rare books enclosures of phase, corrugated, and other materials.
• Supervised and trained new employees on day-to-day responsibilities: creating enclosures and monitoring temperature and humidity.

Bloomington, Indiana, United States

• Greeted patrons, oversaw exhibition space, and answered any questions about the library or materials on display
• Used a multi-line phone system to answer calls and transfer to the appropriate staff member.
• Supervised patrons in the reading room and instructed patrons on proper handling of rare materials.
• Used AeonClient system to track patrons and materials.

Wichita, Kansas, United States

• Greeted patients at front desk and presented treatment plans created by doctors
• Scheduled, coordinated, and confirmed appointments and meetings.
• Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA privacy guidelines.
• Performed administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation.

• Established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database with current information.
• Processed payments, returns, and exchanges using pharmacy POS system.
• Confirmed customer information and insurance eligibility for prescriptions and answered customer related questions regarding prescribed medications, over-the-counter products, and insurance coverage.
• Facilitated clean and organized pharmacy environment, adhering to health and safety regulations.

Lawrence, Kansas, United States

• Maintained an open line of communication with project lead and other assistants for effective collaboration on common goals.
• Performed descriptive analysis of linguistic data using the Praat computer software.
• Administered standardized tests to research subjects.
• Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality performance.

Lawrence, Kansas, United States

• Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
• Directed guests throughout the exhibition space and answered questions related to materials on display.

Lawrence, Kansas Area

• Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely assistance of online, over the phone, and in-person customers.
• Maintained a clean and presentable lobby.
• Prepared recipes and handled fresh foods while maintaining a clean workstation.

Master Of Library & Information Science - Mlis, Rare Books And Manuscripts

Activities and Societies: Society of Rare Books and Manuscripts, Vice President

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Linguistics And Classical Antiquity, 3.9 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Honors Thesis in Linguistics, Research Experience Certificate, Classics Club, Kansas Quidditch Club,

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Student Council, Marching Band, Pep Band, Student Peers Using Responsible Strategies, Book Club, Spanish Club.