Publications

Rowman & Littlefield (November 2017)

Contributor. "What are the library services and resources that Asian Pacific Americans need? What does it mean to be an Asian Pacific American librarian in the 21st century? In Asian American Librarians and Library Services: Activism, Collaborations, and Strategies, library professionals and scholars share reflections, best practices, and strategies, and convey the critical need for diversity in the LIS field, library programming, and resources to better reflect the rich and varied experiences and information needs of Asian Americans in the US and beyond."

Rowman & Littlefield (May 2016)

Contributor. "Career Transitions for Librarians: How to Get a Job in Another Type of Library explores the multifaceted roles of the librarian profession from personal narratives of professional librarians who have successfully worked and transitioned from one type of library to another. From interview tips to developing relevant and transferable skill sets, this unique guide offers testimonials with a targeted advice and job strategies for readers interested in making these successful transitions during a time when there is a huge difficulty in securing a library job."

InfoToday (September 2013)

Contributor. "Librarianship is an exciting and rewarding career choice that offers variety, diversity, flexibility, and room to grow. In Career Q&A, Susanne Markgren and Tiffany Eatman Allen examine events, transitions, struggles, and advances that encompass and define a librarian’s career, answering a range of important questions library professionals face as they move through the various stages of their working lives."

Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) and the Greater New York Metropolitan Area Chapter of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL/NY) (August 2018)

Editor. The Global Librarian is a joint publication of the Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) and the Greater New York Metropolitan Area Chapter of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL/NY). “Global Librarian focuses on the vital role played by librarians and information specialists, highlighting innovative programs and services developed to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse, international communities while delivering access to high-quality information services.”

ARL Synergy (April 2013)

Lisa Chow, 2007 diversity scholar, and Latanya Jenkins, 2005 diversity scholar, share their experience as conference panelists looking at methodologies, strengths, and challenges associated with diversity recruitment programs. The panel included an interactive session for attendees, who developed strategies for designing and implementing recruitment programs to ensure sustainability and maximum impact.

SLA 2012 Salary Survey (Fall 2012)

The SLA 2012 Salary Survey includes average salary breakdowns separated by 21 primary job responsibilities, job title, geographic region, company size, years of experience, and more. It also includes three supplementary resource articles for updating your job search and salary negotiation skills for the 21st century, as well as several Canadian salary reports.

SLA-NY Chapter News Blog (June 2012)

Henry Mintzberg said, “Leadership, like swimming, cannot be learned by reading about it.” So go ahead, dive in and lead.

SLA Leadership and Management Division Blog (September 2011)

As a new information professional, I've been asked "How do you develop or gain leadership skills when you're not in a leadership position?" As Donald H. McGannon said, "Leadership is action, not position." It's about what you do. There are many opportunities to lead without title.

SLA-NY Chapter News Blog (September 2011)

Conference highlights include Thomas Friedman's talk, DBIO Medical Section program on unconferences and Mary Ellen Bates' Info Pro Guerrilla Marketing session.

Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) (June 2011)

Guide on unconferences and tools, resources and tips for DIY unconference.

LIScareer.com - Career Strategies for Librarians (November 2010)

It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there. How can a new librarian hope to compete with more experienced counterparts? Like us, you have probably discovered that library school does not fully prepare you for the post-graduation job hunt. You have probably found that entry level library jobs are far and few between. How does a new librarian get a foot in the door?

The PLA Blog: Official Blog of the Public Library Association (February 2009)

What does genetics literacy have to do with the public library? Quite a lot, as it turns out.

KEYWORD (September 2009)

Highlights include the ALA unconference, ALA Emerging Leaders poster session, visit to Chicago Public Library, and my first ALA poster session.