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I was a Librarian and Diversity Fellow at the Health Sciences Library at SUNY Upstate Medical University. My position was unique to the Library so I wanted to document my journey. Currently, I am the Consumer Health Program Specialist with the Network of the National Library of Medicine(NNLM) Training Office.

ACRL 2019 Conference

May 3, 2019June 15, 2025 diversityfellow

I attended the ACRL (Association of College and Research Libraries) 2019 Conference in Cleveland, Ohio.  The conference was held from April 10th to April 13th. Thankfully, I received ACRL's early career scholarship and the Central New York Library Resource Council (CLRC) professional development grant so that I could attend the conference. These awards allowed for… Continue reading ACRL 2019 Conference

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First Rotation Access Services & Reference Services

April 9, 2019June 15, 2025 diversityfellow

My first rotation began in mid- August 2018 and ended at the beginning of December 2018. I started my rotation in Access Services where I was able to learn about the circulation desk duties, the library as a facility, and the scheduling of the staff in that area.  During this time I worked at the… Continue reading First Rotation Access Services & Reference Services

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RRLC Inclusive Conference 2018

April 8, 2019June 15, 2025 diversityfellow

I attended the Rochester Regional Library Council(RRLC) 2018 Conference on October 23rd.  This was my first professional presentation.  The experience was surreal because it was happening at the Strong Museum of Play and we were co-presenting with the University of Rochester.  At the time of the conference, my family and I had a membership at… Continue reading RRLC Inclusive Conference 2018

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UNYOC Conference 2018

April 7, 2019June 15, 2025 diversityfellow

I attended my first Upstate New York and Ontario Chapter(UNYOC) of the Medical Library Association(MLA) Conference in 2018. The conference occurred from November 14th to the 16th at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Driving to the hotel was peaceful and serene I felt like I was in a holiday movie.  The smell of the chimneys from the homes… Continue reading UNYOC Conference 2018

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NYLA Conference 2018

April 6, 2019June 15, 2025 diversityfellow

I was able to attend my first New York Library Association(NYLA) Conference in 2018.  The conference occurred from November 7th to November 10th.  My experience was amazing.  I was able to connect with various types of librarians that work in New York state.  I apologize for my delay in writing about my time at the… Continue reading NYLA Conference 2018

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