OK, if you don't like it, apply the seat of your trousers to the seat of your desk chair and write some stories with more well-rounded librarian characters. ...
It's actually kind of funny (and coincidental) that Louisa barrett's email about traditional images of librarians comes so quickly after the previous ...
By Serena Enger. Single Access Point Information Desk in Deferrari Hall. ...The new Deferrari Hall Information Desk, staffed by 76 PSA members from Central has...
They can never co exist. One being matter, the other anti-matter...if they meet the universe will be annihilated. ~ Mr. Spock ... From: Chip Chop Plip Plop...
woodren
woodren@...
Sep 9, 2004 7:20 pm
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Records management. Our cities' public libraries. In Massachusetts, Cambridge Public Library banned the minutes of the board of the Cambridge Public Library...
If those who have never been in front of a camera can write movie criticism, then those who have never published fiction can write literary criticism. ...
The Second Meeting of METRO's New Librarians Group will be held on Wednesday September 22, 2004 at 6 PM in the METRO Offices. This month we will welcome Linda...
I know several people who've worked there or who are working there now. The HR reps are pretty agressive about getting information out about job openings, ...
Thanks! If another position opens up, one that I'm actually qualified for, I might just email you about it. Sometimes that is the best way to find out about a...
one3
one3@...
Sep 16, 2004 2:59 pm
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For all of you library professionals out there: What's the best way to "break into" the library field? I am a career changer who is 70% finished my master's...
lisa_urbani
lisa_urbani@...
Sep 22, 2004 10:10 pm
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Does your program, either for the degree or for state licensure require an internship? That's experience. You could see about getting a part-time position at...
Have you ever visited the bibliomystery site? It lists hundreds of books that either take place in libraries, bookstores or involves the librarians or owners...
In further defense of anonymity, it has been pointed out that in the September (15) issue of "Library Journal", an article appeared on 'employment issues'[1]...
Thanks for your response! Yes, my program requires me to do a "practicum" for one term (10 weeks), but I won't be able to do it until right before graduation...
I know it's not exactly the direction you had planned, but there's a HUGE demand for librarians in pharmaceutical companies. That might be a way to get some...
Also, a school librarian without experience doesn't have the stigma that other librarians without experience do. You're looked at more like a first-year...
That, to me, is the crux of the employment issue: the willingness to relocate. In that respect, younger graduates have the edge over us older folk. In many...
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I agree with you. I have been hip hopping across the US (4 times) in my 18 year career. However, if you don't like where you are, its hard to wait around years...
hey everyone. lately i have been thinking about a career change, i am not currentally satisfied with my major. i remember my senior year i volenteered at the...
Amy
amy@...
Oct 22, 2004 4:54 pm
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You would have to get an MLS; most programs are a year, although there are some two-year. You'll certainly have to learn how to spell and use capital letters....
I agree with Bruce about the spelling and punctuation. But let me add a thought. I would hope that librarianship is something that you are drawn TO as ...
bruce, i posed a question, i did not ask for an insult! i wanted to know what is required in a mls. could someone help me out here? -amy ... there are some...
It wasn't an insult; merely an observation. On the web, one can only go by the impressions given by the written word. Your impression was of someone who...
Amy: Changing careers isn't always easy, esp. when it involves getting a graduate degree. But it's worth it if it leads to a career that's fulfilling! I'm in...
Amy Everything has it's pros and cons, and this profession is one which attracts people who are anal about things such as spelling and punctuation. I routinely...
