There’s a Special Librarian for That?! Member Panel

Have you ever wondered what types of libraries you could work in? Did you know that there are many, many options beyond the public or school library?

Join us for an enlightening end-of-year event to explore different types of special libraries. A panel of graduating students and alumni members working in libraries specializing in engineering research library to music and beyond will speak about how they got their job, important skills to develop (plus which classes you might want to take!), and what they do on a daily basis. Our members who will be glad to answer questions about the MLIS program and provide sage wisdom (or just a good laugh!).

We will start with a social chat at 6:15pm to virtually meet fellow students and share stories. The panel will follow at 6:30pm.

• 6:15–6:30pm Social Chat
• 6:30–7:30pm Panel

Speakers on the panel include:

• Phyllis Graham, art librarian at Gerald Hensen Library, Crocker Art Museum
• Diana Doublet, Orchestra Librarian at Symphony Nova Scotia
• Dr. Mary Vasudeva, HP Labs
• Jonathan Christensen, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) Library
• Elena Smith, Reference Librarian at California History Room, California State Library
• Dana Lema, SJSU King Library Special Collections

For individuals requiring real-time captioning or other accommodations, please contact Dr. Sue Alman.