Tag: librarianship

Let’s Talk About It: Being a Disrupter

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I remember a post on Instagram by Jodi Ann Burney that when you are seen as a disrupter, your inaction is seen as mean. And she pushed back on this notion. This post prompted this week’s blog post and made me ponder why those of us seen as disruptors are expected to speak ALL the… Continue reading Let’s Talk About It: Being a Disrupter

Self-Study

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Hello! It has been way too long since I have posted here. Unfortunately, I have written this statement more often than I would like. However, these last four years have been so different for me because I have been trying to prioritize myself and my professional goals. I had to remember that I initially created… Continue reading Self-Study

Dr. Ray Pun for ALA President

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I am thrilled to pen this blog post expressing my wholehearted endorsement of Dr. Raymond Pun. My introduction to Ray occurred at the 2019 American Library Association (ALA) Mid-Winter Conference, a moment that left an indelible mark on me. Before the conference, I was active on #librarytwitter, where Ray stood out as one of the… Continue reading Dr. Ray Pun for ALA President

Let’s Talk About It: Grieving and Returning to Normalcy

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Grief is a complex and deeply personal journey that we all navigate at some point in our lives. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or a sense of normalcy, grief can cast a long shadow over our lives. One of the most challenging aspects of this journey is the… Continue reading Let’s Talk About It: Grieving and Returning to Normalcy