This is my third year in the MLIS program, I am taking the slow path to finish as I am wrapping up my first career as a homeschooling mom. My son is a senior this year, so I have nearly worked my way out of a job. I also have a daughter who is completing her Master’s this year in English.
Hyperlinked Library has been the most recommended course in the various iSchool Facebook pages I am a part of, so it has been on my to do list for a bit. And of course, we are all familiar with our professor’s contagious enthusiasm from our introductory course in the program.
As I will be returning to the workforce after quite a break, I have tried to choose courses that will challenge me and build my confidence to be a part of the library of the future. Over the summer I was really stretched by Prof Joey van Arnhem’s 287 course Libraries, Xtended Reality, Generative AI, and the Metaverse: What Does it Mean for Libraries Now and in the Future? I will admit that Roblox made me cry(ha!), but by the end I had created a VR space for a book club and had pushed myself to get comfortable as a tech learner. My plan is to keep pushing myself in this course.
My hobbies include going to the movies, hiking & camping, knitting, and Disney. I hope this photo captures my best self, as I am riding Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland with my family.
Hi Lisa! I’m taking the slow path as well since I’m working full-time. Nice to know we’re doing this together :). It is very admirable that you’re taking courses that are challenging you. Based on your coursework, you’ll have some fantastic skills to enter the workforce.
I’m looking forward to chatting with you this semester.
Hello Lisa! So cool to read about your background and your family. I am particularly thrilled with your paragraph about looking for classes that challenge you’re thinking and build confidence as you move toward graduation. I love this and this says to me that you are eager to be an insightful And engaged librarian!
Welcome to the hyperlinked library!