“It’s amazing here in Oxford because you can learn many different aspects of library science.” – Stephanie Darden

Stephanie Darden is the new senior library specialist in the Oxford Library. She came to Oxford after spending two years as a library para-professional at Life University in Marietta, GA. She also worked as a library assistant for a half-year for a library in Zebulon, GA. Stephanie also taught English in South Korea for five years.

Born in Washington, DC, Stephanie was raised all over the east coast, spending most of her time in Tampa, FL, and Bath, OH. She came to Georgia in 2000. She earned her master of library science degree from Valdosta State University THIS WEEK! Stephanie also has a bachelor’s degree in international studies from Oglethorpe University.

Stephanie loves reading fiction and traveling. Her favorite travel locations so far have been Rome and Japan.

“It’s amazing here in Oxford because you can learn many different aspects of library science,” said Stephanie. “I am looking forward to growing as a librarian.”

You can reach Stephanie at stephanie [dot] darden [at] emory [dot] edu.