Tag: University Libraries

  • Kristian Serrano, Lead Web Developer, Library Core Systems

    Kristian Serrano, Lead Web Developer, Library Core Systems

    Kristian Serrano has transitioned to the Library Core Systems team to be their Lead Web Developer in an effort to bring consistency and strategy for content and design among LITS Libraries’ web entities, while also addressing design and development needs for both the web sites and various system applications supported by the team. A significant…

  • Jason Lowery, Assistant Director of Development, University Library

    Jason Lowery, Assistant Director of Development, University Library

    Jason Lowery is the new assistant director of development for Emory Libraries and Alumni Relations. He brings to Emory a wealth of fund raising experience – most recently as the development and special events director of the Santa Fe Community Foundation in New Mexico and also as the manager of marketing and development for Sheltering…

  • Kim Braxton chosen as new director of Academic Technology Services

    Kim Braxton chosen as new director of Academic Technology Services

    Kim Braxton is the new director of academic technology services (ATS) for Emory University’s Library and Information Technology Services (LITS). In this position, Braxton will advance the University’s academic technology program, in collaboration with faculty, students, and library and information technology professionals. She also will develop and implement programs to enhance education and engagement through the innovative…

  • Authentication for licensed library resources

    Authentication for licensed library resources

    On January 5, 2015, the Emory Libraries will implement the same login process for accessing e-books, e-journals, databases and other library licensed content online as is currently used by other Emory resources, such as Compass and HR Self-Service. Authorized Emory University and Healthcare faculty, staff and students will be required to use their netID and password to login…

  • John Bence, University Archivist, MARBL

    John Bence, University Archivist, MARBL

    As the university archivist, John Bence is responsible for the historical record of Emory University, dating from 1834 to present time. The position runs the gamut between the preservation of extremely old records to the collection of modern digital media. Key components of this work include collecting university records and materials related to Emory history, overseeing the…

  • Gabrielle Dudley on preserving your legacy

    Gabrielle Dudley on preserving your legacy

    Gabrielle Dudley (MARBL) was recently featured in Essence magazine’s online edition. According to Amber Moore (Manuscript, Archives and Rare Book Library), “Gabby discusses her job at MARBL, her experiences, and how to preserve one’s legacy.” “As a teen, I was frustrated with the lack of information in school curriculums about the contributions of African Americans,” said…

  • Meet Spencer Ellis Henschen

    Meet Spencer Ellis Henschen

    I recently told Susan Henschen (UIT) that it is never too late to celebrate baby announcements so join me in celebrating the birth of Spencer Ellis Henschen. Born on May 22, 2013, to Susan and her husband Josef, Spencer is their first child. Born at Piedmont Hospital, Spencer was tiny – 6 lbs, 5 oz, but…