Until this summer, I never struggled with feeling disconnected as a student or a professional. I chose an in-person LIS program for precisely this reason, and my public library job included plenty of social and professional interaction – so much so, that I didn’t even really notice I was getting it until suddenly, I wasn’t. … Continue reading
One of the most important things you can do for yourself while attending library school is become involved in at least one student organization, even if you really don’t want to. You don’t even have to take my word for it, just a few days ago several other HLS writers suggested it as well. If … Continue reading
What leadership qualities do you value in your manager or library director? This question was asked of our class during a week-long library management academy last month. As we went around the group of thirty or so people, several common themes developed, including trust, transparency, ethics, sense of humor, good communication skills, a willingness to … Continue reading
There is no better time than graduate school to join a professional organization. Many LIS organizations have special incentives in place to attract library school students. The offerings will vary between organizations, but this post should give you an idea of what to watch for. TYPES OF ORGANIZATIONS Professional organizations exist at several levels, … Continue reading
