This month we are celebrating the professional accomplishments of our December '22 / May '23 graduating members! Graduating is a huge achievement and their work deserves to be recognized. We are so proud of them and honored to call them our members.

Here is their advice to current and prospective MLIS students AND what they are looking forward to as librarians:

Ana’s Advice

This is your moment to shine bright as a star. Do not let obstacles prevent you from accomplishing your ultimate goal; remember, this is your time to shine!

Ana is looking forward to…

…helping my local community members with digital literacy questions and concerns. Advocating for the community and building partnerships with small businesses that can bring awareness of the library's mission. By participating in this role, I will be able to serve my community in the best way possible.

Sheridan’s Advice

If you don't currently work in a library, see if you can find a position (even a volunteer one) so that you can get a feel for what it's like before you graduate. In this field, experience is extremely important and will help you to break into the field once you finish the MSLIS.

Sheridan is looking forward to…

…working more closely with collections. Ordering books, labeling, jacketing, reading, and weeding. It's been a long time since I've gotten to work directly with books, and I can't wait!

Erin’s Advice

Get involved with student groups at your school and professional associations in your area! These are great ways to get exposure to peers and learn firsthand what is happening in Library Land.

Erin is looking forward to…

…finding my niche as a librarian! I have so many interests when it comes to librarianship, so I am excited to see how I bridge them together to better serve my community.

All photos supplied by respective members.