My new job is manning the reference desk at an academic library. And part of that job is being able to answer questions and point people to information you know absolutely nothing about. So while I may specialize in the fine and performing arts and know exactly where on CAMIO to find some great examples [...]
I’ll admit it, academically I am a perfectionistic over-achiever. A big old nerd. Oddly enough though, growing up my parents never really outwardly pushed academic excellence, always instead saying “They’re your grades, get what you want.” Which proves that they are experts in psychological warfare. Because you just can’t say that to a quietly competitive [...]
And possibly one of you as well. I know I shouldn’t make assumptions. Really, I do. Especially in my line of work. It’s especially important not to make any when dealing with a patron. The ALA Code of Ethics states
“We protect each library user’s right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to information [...]
I’m not going to graduate until December but I’m already on the lookout for jobs. I just can’t afford not to be. I’m subscribed to multiple listservs and rss feeds in order to read postings every day. Right now it’s more just research, getting to know the job market, and making sure that I’m going [...]
Dear Patron that submitted three noise complaints about the technology desk staff in the last two weeks,
First I would like to apologize. I had no idea that we were so repeatedly offensive to you. Apparently the carnival-like atmosphere created by us helping your fellow patrons write resumes, learn new software, and operate the various pieces [...]
I had told Binary Blonde I’d do a meme she tagged me for today, but I just got back from work, and have to be up in seven hours to go back, so I’ll do it tomorrow, ’cause the brain is just not firing on all cylinders at the moment. Instead I’d just like [...]
If you’re a resident of Michigan you need to go to MeL.org (Michigan E-Library.) Right now. Seriously, go check it out and come back, I’ll wait.
If you’re not a Michigan resident, sorry, you can’t access this, and you’re really missing out. But at least you can take consolation in the fact that you’re living in [...]
My brain is fried.
Today I turned in/took
a review on a book that I read approximately 30% of (although the review sounded pretty damn good if I do say so myself. After all, I do have a legacy to uphold. I am a City High alumni and no one has been trained to bullshit as [...]
