3206 Chinaberry Drive
Columbia, South Carolina
29204
(803) 787-4023 (home)
Education Master of Library and Information Science
University of
South Carolina, College of Library and Information Science
May 2000
Master of Social
Work
University of
South Carolina
1974
Bachelor of
General Studies
University of South Carolina
1974
Associate in
Science in Technical Nursing
University of
South Carolina
Registered Nurse
1973
Carlisle
Associates, Architects and Engineers Columbia,
SC
January 2000 –
present
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Maintain
databases and library materials, including books, magazines and software by
copy cataloging in the Dewey System
·
Maintain
Microsoft Access database and files for architects and engineers according to
the Construction Specification Institute
Graduate Assistant, Continuing Education
College of Library and Information Science,
University of South Carolina
January 1999 – present
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Managed
Panning for Gold workshops and registrations
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Maintained
Microsoft Access databases of agencies and individuals
·
Interpreted
and communicated continuing education and USC policies and procedures to
participants
·
Promoted
goodwill and partnerships with the College, instructors and participants
Midlands Technical College, Airport and Beltline
Campus Libraries
January 2000 – April 2000
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Assisted
students with reference questions
·
Taught
bibliographic instruction (electronic library catalog, various databases,
Internet skills) to undergraduate English classes and Nursing classes
·
Liaison
with librarians to foster collegial relations between the Nursing School and
Library
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Assisted
with collection development, cataloging
Thomas Cooper Library, University of South Carolina
May 1998 – Dec. 1998
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Assisted
patrons with reference questions using both print and electronic resources
·
Maintained
Microsoft Access database of science periodicals
·
Shelved
reference books and periodicals
Freshman
Year Experience, University of South Carolina
1989 – 1997
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Effectively
communicated classroom management and instructional skills in the teaching of
college and life skills to 18 year old freshmen
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Maintained
high standards, careful preparation for classes, thorough evaluation of
students’ work
·
Taught
information retrieval and library research as part of this course
Michael’s Jewelry, Inc. Columbia,
SC
1980 - 1997
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Retailer
of upscale and designer jewelry
·
Planned
and managed all aspects of daily business operations including finances
·
Designed,
coordinated and implemented accounting system, inventory system, customer
database, bookkeeping and payroll
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Recruited,
hired, trained and managed personnel
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Wrote
copy and designed advertising
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Provided
courteous customer service and sales
Instructor, College of Nursing and University 101
University of South Carolina Columbia,
SC
1976 – 1981
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Lecture,
testing, and advisement responsibilities
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Clinical
supervision of students in medical-surgical and psychiatric settings
Computer Microsoft Word 97, 2000, Access, ClarisWorks,
Email, Netscape Communicator,
Skills Internet Explorer
Familiar with: IBM Compatible Computers, Microsoft
Excel, PowerPoint, Power Macintosh, Online Searching, Dialog, Lexus – Nexus,
OCLC, CD-ROMS, HTML
Awards
Library and Information
Science Student Association
Honors Student Citation Award 1999
Recipient,
Kenneth E. Toombs Fellowship Fund 1998
Stipend, Student Field Placement, Outpatient Youth
Psychiatry, Medical University of SC, Charleston 1975 –1976
President’s Honor List, Dean’s Honor List 1974
Dean’s Honor List 1973
Nursing Scholarship 1971
- 1973
Professional
American Library Association 2000
- current
Organizations Library and Information Science Student Association 1998 - current
American
Association of University Women 1997
- current
University of South Carolina
Alumni Association 1976
– current
Volunteer
Coach, Odyssey of the Mind,
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School
Experience First Place Regional Competition, Fifth
Grade, 1997
First Place
Regional, Fourth Place State Competition,
Fourth Grade 1996
Middle School
Board, Education Committee Member 1996
– 1998
Sixth Grade
Representative Middle School Board 1998
Fifth Grade
Representative Middle School Board 1997