INFO 287 – The Hyperlinked Library | Tina Zhen | Activity https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/community/peers/tinazhen/activity/ Activity feed for Tina Zhen. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:16:15 -0700 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 e5a2a365ba89e26a61e94b0283d99fe7 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/librarianodyssey/2026/08/04/hyperlinked-symposium-word-cloud-%e2%98%81%ef%b8%8f%e2%ad%90/#comment-20 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:23:08 -0700 Ooh – I love the word cloud! To me, the most interesting words in this word cloud are the verbs — I see “can,” “found,” “creates,” etc. I think these verbs are so telling of what the library can bring to its community; whether that’s a found connection or a book that was incredibly meaningful, these verbs are often attached with positive…Read more

In reply to - Tara Swindlehurst wrote a new post on the site Tara wants you to read her blog Hyperlinked Symposium: Word Cloud ☁️⭐Hello all! I created a word cloud based on all of my blog posts for this term. Which cluster of […] ]]> cd08843b33dd2ce003b15e1609c95942 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/lauraskor/2026/08/03/hyperlinked-symposium-3-2-1-reflection/#comment-35 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:21:58 -0700 Hi Laura!

Your 2 ideas to explore are inspiring me too — typically, I work with formal surveys and feedback forms, but I find that the nature of these interactions often lead patrons to tell me or write out what they think I want to hear. I think informal conversations and just simple day-to-day interactions will provide us with more insight…Read more

In reply to - Laura Skorczeski wrote a new post on the site Weaving Connections Hyperlinked Symposium: 3-2-1 Reflection ]]> bffaee82d167997f459ea37926088d07 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/ldee50/2026/08/05/inspiration-report-learn-it-in-the-library-library-as-classroom-using-global-examples/#comment-19 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:43:04 -0700 Hi Liz! Great ideas — when I read “Cooking with an Instant Pot,” I immediately said “Sign me up!” I got a pressure cooker not too long ago, but sometimes I still fear it. Guess I’ve seen to many pressure cooking gone wrong videos…so a class on that would be really helpful lol — but that’s besides the point, I agree with you that providing…Read more

In reply to - Liz Grewal wrote a new post on the site The OT Librarian Inspiration Report – Learn it in the library: Library as classroom using global examples   For my inspiration report I wanted to explore how […] ]]> 5ebe0ba194d9891e740502134b97dc62 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/blog/share-your-symposium-post-here/#comment-6008 Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:43:20 -0700 A podcast on how to engage library users AND non-users:

Hyperlinked Symposium: Engaging the Community as a Whole

In reply to - Michael Stephens wrote a new post on the site INFO 287 – The Hyperlinked Library Share & Submit Your Symposium Post! Hey all – to make it easy for folks to explore the symposium posts today and through the week,   […] ]]> e10c3ec88f2913931b6de0df9ce006d0 Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=76 Mon, 03 Aug 2026 05:18:59 -0700 Hyperlinked Symposium: Engaging the Community as a WholeHi all! Thank you all so much for such a fun, engaging summer session. And thank you for stopping by! As one final post, here is my […]

]]> 2 57a1dac93fd66e896c6a26f1f7ad950c Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/fromstackstonetworks/2026/08/02/inspiration-report-a-newcomer-learning-center/#comment-27 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:59:08 -0700 Hi @jenniferw — this is an incredible idea! I spent some time living in Berkeley and I can see this program being very successful. Like you mentioned, the large immigrant population seen in the area makes Berkeley a great candidate to host the Newcomer Learning Center. I can also envision a program like this expanding into communities where there…Read more

In reply to - Jennifer W wrote a new post on the site From Stacks to Networks Inspiration Report: a Newcomer Learning CenterFor many people, libraries are a temple of knowledge, a place where we come and return to throughout our […] ]]> 4602c2fda6fe0b8c294f1777123db631 Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=70 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:35:08 -0700 Inspiration Report: Lessons from The Idea StoreHi Everyone! Thanks for dropping by! Please access my inspiration report through the following link: Inspiration Report: Lessons from The Idea Store  As always, @tinazhen signing off! 🙂

]]> 0 ee8372bd635a220d22616bc7e7a84e6d Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=64 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:45:07 -0700 Reflections on Infinite Learning In Nygren’s article, the idea of connected learning is one I’d like to focus on in this blog post. As mentioned, connected learning pro […]

]]> 1 2fd2fe649234310b1322574a818287b1 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/librarianinprogress/2026/07/24/reflection-blog-the-power-of-stories/#comment-23 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:34:04 -0700 Thanks for sharing, Sofia. Your work with the The Listeners Project sounds so meaningful. I think recording, transcribing, archiving, and just keeping history safe is such an important job, particularly now more than ever. With so much tech — and the reliance on it — I fear that data is often overlooked and lost. I recently came across this…Read more

In reply to - Sofia Solares wrote a new post on the site Sofia Solares: Librarian In Progress Reflection Blog: The Power of Stories I really love this module and that it is included in this course. I personally am a big sharer […] ]]> 72f78747ffe53fe712d59b0eeebcf077 Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=59 Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:39:14 -0700 Reflections on the Power of Stories Recall the mantra of Erik Boekesteijn (Doklab consultant and senior advisor to the National Library of The Netherlands)? “Libraries s […]

]]> 0 bc85f3ea6660ac3b40c019919f2093df Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/hypeduplibraries/2026/07/17/ai-a-tool-blurring-the-lines-of-companionship/#comment-12 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:53:55 -0700 Hi Krystal — it’s truly really scary what AI chatbots sometimes say in response to emotional conversations. I know of an acquaintance who was using Chat GPT as a therapist — and while they were experiencing a difficult time in their relationship with their partner, they turned to Chat GPT for advice on whether or not to part ways. I think,…Read more

In reply to - Krystal T wrote a new post on the site Hyped Up Libraries A New Horizon of AI: A Tool Blurring the Lines of Companionship Artificial intelligence (AI) has already been integrated into our society in a variety of […] ]]> afc8e3af7171e24d8c7e37859d25db97 Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=52 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 04:29:54 -0700 New Horizons Reflection   As I was reading through the last NMC Horizon Report, Library Edition, I was surprised to see how accurately the report saw the […]

]]> 1 6cb0381b158c719565b87258bd90b04f Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/linkwrightlinkbright/2026/07/15/reflection-blogging-hyperlinked-communities/#comment-11 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:28:03 -0700 Hi @staciwright — thanks for sharing your beautiful poem!

I also love that you highlighted Eastell’s idea that library patrons become more than just consumers — they are citizens. Because our day-to-day work at a public library does not involve any monetary exchange, nor do we expect patrons to return a favor to us, the core value of our…Read more

In reply to - staciwright wrote a new post on the site Link Wright Link Bright Reflection Blogging: Hyperlinked Communities In this moment I am extremely grateful for the flexible due dates in this course, as life has taken more […] ]]> e8b16450bb2bf935eed9536fdbc12f0a Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/nancylee/2026/07/16/early-bird-library/#comment-15 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:04:21 -0700 Hi Nancy – great plan and idea! The Open+ system seems to be working for many libraries across our nation, I don’t see why it wouldn’t work for the Memorial Branch. I particularly love how you tied this plan back to the ability for community members to feel ownership over their local library. Oftentimes, community members see libraries as another…Read more

In reply to - Nancy Lee wrote a new post on the site The Summer I Turned Hyperlinked Innovative Roadmap: Early Bird Library (Slideshow) Early Morning Self-Service Hours at Memorial Branch (Los Angeles Public Library) ]]> 10c9346ea3678b013d91fcefb98ee9da Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/pieceofmind/2026/07/14/innovation-roadmap-archiving-student-life/#comment-18 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:09:07 -0700 Hi Rachel – I think this idea is really unique! Thinking back to my days during undergrad, I would have LOVED to see how students like me, 50, 60, even 70 years ago went about their student and on-campus life. What did the dining halls serve? Which dorms were considered the best? Which local restaurant was most popular among the students? And is…Read more

In reply to - Rachel Leverenz wrote a new post on the site Piece of Mind Innovation Roadmap: Archiving Student Life Students walk over bridge at Lakeshore Technical Institute [Photograph]. (1985). Lakeshore College Archives. […] ]]> 8730a667e2b09e7b1992f0294affbaae Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=46 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:26:41 -0700 Innovation Roadmap: The Cultures of our NeighborsInnovation Roadmap: The Cultures of our Neighbors by Tina Zhen   If you would like to access this presentation in PDF format, feel […]

]]> 2 af2ee7f2e696832a3c0ded0dc20c0a80 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/fromstackstonetworks/2026/07/04/reflection-blog-hyperlinked-environments-is-ai-hypolinking-us/#comment-13 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:21:45 -0700 This was such an intriguing thought! I’ve always though of technology as something that connects us more than ever before. I mean, we can all pick up our small electronic devices to immediately connect with someone on the other side of the world. But, your point about AI disconnecting us is also very true. I personally know of a few acquaintances…Read more

In reply to - Jennifer W wrote a new post on the site From Stacks to Networks Reflection Blog: Hyperlinked Environments: Is AI Hypolinking Us? “One of the biggest business battles of our time is between Microsoft and Google” (Lo […] ]]> 8a6243eef49d1de254acabb62169b772 Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=40 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:03:47 -0700 Hyperlinked Environments Reflection In 1 of the 4 spaces of the hyperlinked library is the performative space. As Skot-Hansen mentions, the performative space allows library […]

]]> 2 27f6ba9625619f0a12fbaa1141992b24 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/bookwyrmsguidetothehyperlinks/2026/06/28/reflection-on-hyperlinked-communities/#comment-6 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:47:11 -0700 What a wonderful reflection! Recently, at a staff meeting, I was asked the following ice-breaker: How would you rank People, Process, and Products given the context of libraries? What comes first?

For me, people always come first because without people, I don’t think the library will survive. Despite having books (products) and organizational…Read more

In reply to - Sarah Morse wrote a new post on the site The BookWyrm's Guide to the Hyperlinks Reflection on Hyperlinked CommunitiesI want to start this post with a story. Last week, my husband and I rode the trolley for a few […] ]]> d09dc0b06fb61f75dec5513265319b0c Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=33 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 23:27:32 -0700 Hyperlinked Communities Reflection When @michael wrote“…3D printing isn’t emerging, it’s here. Digital skillsets are now the norm, not the cutting edge,” I found myself […]

]]> 1 d28d466e240f0074b65ddbadd261ce06 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/hyperlinkedtea/2026/06/20/assignment-x-if-the-user-is-the-sun-then-we-must-be-the-planets/#comment-5 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:49:09 -0700 Hi Ruby! I love that you mentioned that the road to evolving (AKA libraries meeting user preferences) is chaotic (@michael, 2016). What’s change without a little chaos? In my opinion, chaos is a catalyst for transformation. I think a lot of leaders in the library world are afraid of chaos because trying something new is indeed very scary. But as…Read more

In reply to - Ruby Zhu wrote a new post on the site Library Assistant by Day Assignment X: If the user is the sun, then we must be the planets! In 2006, Karen Schneider published a post titled “The User Is Not Broken: A meme m […] ]]> 8b35d8ea7a3293f1390bcbf1a276c02f Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=13 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:50:39 -0700 Assignment X: Participatory Service in Action Participatory Service in Action “Participation occurs when someone welcomed as a guest feels as though they become a host.” -Michael Ste […]

]]> 0 823931cde7237548b6f8bb36e4823a51 Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/bravenewhyperlinkedworld/2026/06/05/all-about-me/#comment-4 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 17:13:21 -0700 Hi Coco! I also really enjoy being able to help patrons who are more comfortable speaking languages other than English. I’m fluent in Spanish and Cantonese so oftentimes, I can visibly see patrons’ relief when they find staff who can comprehend them. It’s definitely nice to see library systems hiring staff members who can reflect the needs of the…Read more

In reply to - Coco Yu wrote a new post on the site Brave New Hyperlinked World Introduction My name is Coco Yu, and I am a Chinese-Canadian living in the San Francisco Bay Area. My background is in PR and project […] ]]> 159466bcdbcfc625b52f382ce0ee5afd Tina Zhen joined the group Course Site Help https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/community/activity/p/56130/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:03:50 -0700 0 db361eef6a6c52be7158af29dae04d54 Tina Zhen joined the group Ask A Question! https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/community/activity/p/56129/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:03:10 -0700 0 8fa3da4dd1afe734ab13e39f3e67893c Tina Zhen posted a new activity comment https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/blog/share-your-intro-post-here/#comment-5791 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:59:40 -0700

Hi, it’s me!

In reply to - Michael Stephens wrote a new post on the site INFO 287 – The Hyperlinked Library Action Item: Share Your Intro Post Here! Hey all – the OPML won’t be ready for a couple more days, so for now – please share the U […] ]]> 16beca39dd3c90400733d0f81f078cb0 Tina Zhen posted an update in the group Break the Ice: Binge-Worthy: I just binge-watched The Pursuit of Jade. It was an amazing […] https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/community/activity/p/55931/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:12:40 -0700 I just binge-watched The Pursuit of Jade. It was an amazing intro to the world of Chinese dramas! A couple weeks ago, I also watched Beef Season 2 in one sitting. I’d say it was better than the first season.

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In reply to - Michael Stephens wrote a new post on the site INFO 287 – The Hyperlinked Library Important: Creating an OPML File for Your Blogs Comments are now closed. OPML Shared. Greetings all – We will create an OPML* f […] ]]> 7e82541367d40ba413db7c74012b621f Tina Zhen wrote a new post on the site The Zhen Zone 2.0 https://287.hyperlib.sjsu.edu/tinazhen/?p=9 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:43:09 -0700 Hi, it's me! Hey everyone! I’m Tina (she/her) and I’m based in the SF Bay Area. After not knowing what to do with my life post-undergrad, I somehow landed […]

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