Spotlight Feature
Ann Vogl
Reference/Distance Learning Librarian
How long have you worked for the university and in what capacity?
I have worked at UW-Stout for almost 4 years as the reference/distance learning librarian.
In what ways do you support the CI programs?
I reach out to students so they have the support they need to find, access, evaluate and use information for their research. Hopefully my emails have helped. I have been embedded in some classes to lend research support at the time of need and also can provide live library orientations. It can be a challenge to navigate the library resources and I try to make sure distance students and instructors know the library staff is available to help.
What other professional information would you like to share?
I was an accountant for 10 years before I received my master’s degree and switched careers to become a librarian. I have worked in libraries now for 11 years. It was a good career change.
What place in the U.S. would you most like to visit and why?
Alaska — I like to be outdoors and in nature and I’ve heard Alaska has beautiful, pristine natural areas. I’ve been told it is so awe-inspiring every other place in the U.S. pales by comparison.
What are five goals on your life’s to-do list?
(1) Try to keep an open mind. (2) Try to not make the world worse. (3) Live mindfully. (4) Start a green/sustainable cemetery. (5) See a rhinoceros in the wild before they are all gone.
Is there anything else you would like to share?
Get to know a librarian. It can make your life easier.