Q: Hi Hannah, Welcome to the Medical Library! Could you give us a brief background - where you came from and what you were doing at your prior position?
Hannah: Hello! Prior to becoming an OUWB Medical Library staff member, I worked at Highland Township Public Library as a circulation clerk. I was there for about a year working the circulation desk, processing AV materials and special collections, and completing various
projects, such as local history research and organizing digital files. Before that, I was employed at Bloomfield Township Public Library for about four years and worked my way up from adult service page, to circulation clerical assistant, and finally circulation clerk. I have a bachelor’s degree from OU, an associate’s degree in library technical services, and hope to further my education in the near future.
Q: How has the university setting differed from your last environment?
Hannah: OU is definitely different than my past work environments. There’s so much happening here continuously and simultaneously. Plus, there’s so much energy. Be it learning, creating, collaborating, problem solving, etc. It’s, not to sound weird, but, exhilarating.
Q: What drew you to OUWB? How have you found the medical library since joining up?
Hannah: Having worked at two public libraries and with the general public, I wanted to see how an academic library differed in terms of work, the community it serves, and the resources and services it offers. Being a medical library was an added bonus because it adds a uniqueness. I enjoy learning new things as well as taking on new challenges, and know that OUWB will offer just that. As I continue to settle into my role, I am finding the medical library to be a beneficial asset to the OUWB community. There are many different and invaluable materials and services offered, and the medical librarians are knowledgeable and supportive. Overall, I’m finding it to be a positive and resourceful space.
Q: What are some things you’d like to accomplish while with the medical school?
Hannah: I would like to learn as much as I can during my time here, and offer as much support as I can to the OUWB community.
Q: Do you have any fun hobbies you’d like to share or speak about?
Hannah: Haha! Reading of course. I don’t really have a favorite author or preferred genre. I just pick up and read whatever looks interesting be it historical fiction, graphic novels, cookbooks, biographies, how-tos, travel guides… My to-read list never seems to get smaller.
Q: What has been your best memory or experience since joining the medical library?
Hannah: Meeting (and still continuing to meet) everyone in the OU and OUWB community has certainly been experience. There are so many friendly faces. Although I am still learning the ropes, I hope learn and grow with you all.
I think we can echo that sentiment! Please feel free to stop by the Medical Library to meet Hannah and extend your own welcome.
