Philosophy & Goals

As someone with a disability, I am passionate about accessibility practices and see them as a necessity in the Library and Information Science field. My professional philosophy is based on the belief that access to information is a fundamental right, and that information centers should actively work to make information easily available to everyone, regardless of ability. I strive to always adhere to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards with every web development project I participate in while applying universal design principles. I believe these practices are essential for ensuring equitable access to resources, fostering inclusivity, and expanding the reach of information. 

In addition to my passion for accessibility practices, I have a strong appreciation for STEM. I hope to combine these two passions by working with STEM-related special collections and making them more accessible. By digitizing these unique collections, I hope to increase their visibility and allow a larger, more diverse audience to explore them. Special collections related to science play an important role in helping people understand the natural world and preserving knowledge for future generations. As such, making this information more accessible is not only a professional goal but a personal commitment to ensuring that scientific knowledge is available to everyone for years to come.