We are part of an amazing profession built on helping others. As I’ve been pondering my next steps in the profession and what my place is in…… Read more “Big Picture Librarian”
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Halloween 2018: Pumpkin Carving (Updated with winners)
This year’s selection of pumpkins decorated by our student assistants. And the winners are: 3rd Place TIE: Cat-o-lantern & Baby Jack with Braces 2nd Place: 1930’s Cartoon Pumpkin 1st…… Read more “Halloween 2018: Pumpkin Carving (Updated with winners)”
I Don’t Read
I don’t read. That’s not really true, of course. I read, some. I suspect that I read more than the average person, and especially the average man,…… Read more “I Don’t Read”
My Worst Job Interview Experience, Part 1
Do not apply for a job at the University of Cincinnati. It took me two-and-a-half years to get a job after I started looking for professional positions.…… Read more “My Worst Job Interview Experience, Part 1”
I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink
Recently, a candidate accepted a job offer to work for me. This means that for the first time since the end of June I’m fully staffed in…… Read more “I’m Fully Staffed Again!, or, I Needed a Drink”
So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?
In reference to my last post, and maybe in continuation of it, I’m asking a question about the rest of my career. This is also a continuation…… Read more “So, Where Am I Going, Anyway?”
Swimming with Purpose
In a few short weeks the new semester begins. This will be my second academic year in this position. Over the last year there have been so…… Read more “Swimming with Purpose”
Nevertheless, He’s Anxious
As you can see from my previous post, it’s been an up-and-down year for me. Equal parts joyous and difficult. Right now, things are going well for…… Read more “Nevertheless, He’s Anxious”
Vacation: All I Ever Wanted
Got to get away! Let’s recap the last year: After 2.5 years of doing a nation-wide search I finally landed a new position at UNLV. In as…… Read more “Vacation: All I Ever Wanted”
It’s Finals. How Are You Doing?
I’m at work. It’s Saturday. I don’t work Saturdays. I’m closing, which is not that unusual, but I’m closing at midnight. My bed time is around 10:00.…… Read more “It’s Finals. How Are You Doing?”
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