MLIS Portfolio

Introduction:

     Hi Everyone. My name is Heather Mullinax. I am a graduate student at the University of South Carolina.  I am in my final semester working to complete my master’s in library and information science.  I am on the school librarian track and working on my state teaching certification.  

     I did not start out my career in the library, teaching, or education. I took a different route into the business world with an undergraduate degree in business administration. After a while, I found the career path that I had chosen was not the one for me, I wanted something more fulfilling.  I have always had a love for reading and a passion for helping children, so the idea of being a school librarian sprang into my mind.  Of course, I didn’t immediately dive in but with the support of family, I finally decided to make the transition and I could not be happier.  Earlier this year I was offered a position in an elementary school library, as the librarian and I am loving every minute. Not everyday is easy, but everyday is worth it.  Watching students learn that the library is a place where they can expand on the things they love and are learning about in their class brings me much joy.  As a new librarian I still have many things to learn, but I am excited for the things to come in this new chapter of my career. 

Navigation:

      On the top of this page, you will find several navigational tabs that list the headings for my portfolio’s content. It will start with my resume, vision statement, and my professional development plan, these  showcase what I have accomplished thus far and what I plan to accomplish going forward. Lastly, there are links to four different learning outcomes. Within all the learning outcome tabs are examples of my work and a description, analysis, and reflection on each.