I believe very strongly in the teaching role of academic librarians and I greatly value my work at the Reference Desk for the variety of interactions and influence we can have on students: from ready reference, to point-of-use instruction on a wide array of topics, to informal academic advising. I think it is the most interesting, varied, and challenging work I have ever done.
My philosophy of teaching is based on two primary goals: to set students on the path of life-long learning and to help them gain the skills they need to become passionate learners.
In addition to teaching formal classes in information literacy and research methods, I have experience teaching computer applications (both in the traditional classroom and online) and a Freshman Orientation seminar. I have experience as a department liaison and in collection development for a variety of subjects in the social and medical sciences, and I have a background in serials control and management.