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Theresa Preuit
Title: Associate Director for Public Services & Collections
Organization: Mercer University, Jack Tarver Library
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
B.A., Judson College, June 1981, Marion, AL
M.L.I.S., The University of Alabama, December 1982,
Tuscaloosa, AL
Current Position & Length in Position:
Associate Director for Public Services (7 years)
Associate Director for Public Services & Collections (3
years)
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide leadership for the delivery of learning-center focused library public services through collaborative goal setting, planning, and assessing. Supervise fourteen staff, direct policies and procedures to conform to overall library goals and objectives, and provide continuing education activities and staff development through active encouragement and mentoring. Oversee public use of Innovative Millennium system to ensure appropriate adoption and implementation of system features by public service staff. Oversee monographic collection development efforts including compiling reports and documents related to collection growth, use, and assessment; directing activities of subject librarian program; evaluating gifts; and monitoring fund allocations. Participate in overall library management.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Head of Access Services, Old Dominion University, Perry Library, 1999-2001
Various positions University of West Florida, John C.Pace Library, 1985-1999
Head of Circulation, 1993-1999
Humanities Reference Librarian, 1990-1993, 1985-1988
Assistant to the Library Director, 1988-1990
Reference Librarian, University of Alabama, Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library, 1982-1985
Professional Activities:
Editor, The Southeastern Librarian (1993-1997)
Editor, Florida Chapter ACRL Newsletter (1988-1995)
ALA 2002 Planning Group, Georgia Library Association
Innovative Users Group,
Secretary 2003-2007
Treasurer 2004-2007
Virginia Library Association
Chair, Public Services Forum (1999)
Florida Library Association
Chair, Electronic Access Committee (1999)
Member, Publications Committee (1992-1994)
Board Member, Academic Libraries Caucus (1988-1995)
Candidate's Statement. In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position:
I have been active in state and regional professional associations throughout my career, including leadership roles in Alabama, Florida, and Virginia. That said , I find myself beginning my seventh year in Georgia with only an active membership in GLA but no record of service. My service on the Innovative Users Group Steering Committee has ended, and I would like to bring my energy, experience, and enthusiasm to the Georgia Library Association.
I believe in the idea that membership in a group such as GLA involves active involvement by its members. I am willing to contribute my time, interest, and enthusiasm to contribute to the success of GLA and would welcome an opportunity to network with fellow GLA members across the state.
Carol Stanley
Title: Branch Librarian/Cataloger
Organization: Athens Technical College
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
MLS University of North Carolina at Greensboro, December 1988, Greensboro, NC
BA Business Management, North Carolina State University, May 1985, Raleigh, NC
Current Position & Length in Position:
Branch Librarian/Cataloger, Athens Technical College, Elbert County Campus, September 1997-Present, Elberton, GA
Primary Responsibilities:
I enjoy performing quite a variety of library operations like many librarians at small libraries are fortunate to do. I catalog and oversee processing of the library materials for four campuses; I provide daily reference services to individuals on the Elbert County Campus, and since 2007, I coordinate library services for the three branch libraries, including collection development and processing of interlibrary loans, as well as teaching library instruction classes. But I have to admit, story times with the Athens Technical College Day Care toddlers and preschoolers are a highlight of my collage of responsibilities.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Interim Library Director, Athens Technical College, Athens, GA, September 1996-May 1997
Librarian, Athens Technical College, Athens, GA, January 1995-August 1996
Catalog Librarian, Queens University, Charlotte, NC April 1989-December 1994
Library Assistant, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Health Sciences Library, August 1985-June 1987
Professional Activities:
Georgia Library Association, Member
COMO Steering Committee and Conference Treasurer, 2006
GOLD/GALILEO Advisory Committee, 2004-2006
GALILEO Steering Committee, 1999-2000
Technical College System of Georgia Library Council, Chair 1999-2000
Georgia OCLC/SOLINET Users Group, Chair 1997-1998
American Library Association, Member, 1988-Present
Association of College and Research Libraries, Member
Southeastern Library Association, Member
Candidate's Statement(In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position):
Our Georgia Library Association has been a strong force motivating librarians and library staff from all types of libraries from all over the state to come together to learn, share, collaborate, and enjoy a camaraderie that has been very special to me as a librarian in this state since 1995. I wish to share my enthusiasm for and commitment to GLA by encouraging growth of our membership and thus, increasing the positive impact of the Association on Georgia libraries. I have enjoyed and learned so much from serving as the GLA Treasurer, 2nd Vice President, chair of several committees, and serving under experienced leaders in our organization. As Vice President/President Elect of GLA I will strive to lead this association with compassion and purpose.
Louise L. Lowe
Title:Circulation Librarian/Public Services
Organization: Mercer University, Monroe F. Swilley, Jr. Library ( Atlanta)
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
BA, Arts, University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello, AR
MS, Information Science, University of North Texas, Denton TX
Current Position & Length in Position:
Circulation Librarian/Public Services (5 years)
Primary Responsibilities:
I am a Public Services Librarian at Mercer University's Monroe F. Swilley Jr. Library located in Atlanta. I manage circulation activity and act a liaison to undergraduate and English Language Institute students. As the Circulation Librarian, I establish annual and long-range departmental goals and objectives. I also explore, evaluate, plan, and implement new services and technologies.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
After earning my degree in Library and Information Science from the University of North Texas in 2001, I began my professional career at the University Of Arkansas at Monticello as Special Collections, Interlibrary Loan, and Reference Librarian. I have almost two decades of public, academic and special library experience.
Professional Activities:
I currently serve on Swilley Library's Technology/Web Committee, as well as chair the Library's Innovative Interfaces Coordinating Committee. I served as a member on the 2007 COMO Conference Planning Committee and have presented at the national Innovative Users Group Annual Conference.
Past Activities
ARCHE Sharing (ILL/ILU) Review Committee (Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education)
Chair, Professional Development and Welfare (Mercer University, Division of Library Services)
International Student Issues Committee (Mercer University, Atlanta Campus)
University Print Management Task Force (Mercer University)
E- Learning Committee ( University of Arkansas, Monticello)
Faculty Assembly Committee on Committees ( University of Arkansas, Monticello)
Faculty Excellence Award Committee (University of Arkansas, Monticello)
Candidate's Statement. In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position:
I am a creative and energetic librarian who fully supports the vision of creating a user-centered environment. I have a variety of professional interests which include library automation, planning and assessment, learning environments and social computing. I have real strengths with project management and in addressing problems. I have the ability to analyze complex issues and find creative ways to solve problems.
Bill Richards
Title: Professor of Library Science
Organization: Georgia College and State University
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
Georgia State University (B.A. 1976; M.A. 1979); Emory University (M.Ln., 1984)
Current Position& Length in Position: Collection Development Librarian, Georgia College and State University, 2003-
Primary Responsibilities: Provides leadership in the development of the Library's collections to support the curriculum by coordinating the review and selection of library materials including the selection, evaluation, and distribution of gift materials and the evaluation and weeding of the Library's collections. Provides training opportunities and assistance to library liaisons with regard to their collection development duties.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
University Librarian, Georgia College and State University, 1995-2003
Library Director, North Georgia College & State University, 1990-1995
Director of Library and Archives, Atlanta History Center, 1984-1990
Paraprofessional, Georgia State University Library, 1979-1984
Professional Activities:
Member, GLA & ALA, 1984-present; Society of Georgia Archivists and Society of American Archivists, 1984-present; Academy of Certified Archivists, 1989-present. President, Society of Georgia Archvists, 1996; Vice-Chair (1993) and Chair (1994) North Georgia Associated Libraries; Editor, The Georgia Librarian, 1995-1996; Co-editor, proceedings of the 1993 University System of Georgia annual computing conference; Co-chair, Program Committee, fall 1993 meeting of the Society of Georgia Archivists; Nominating Committee, Georgia Chapter of ACRL, 1991; Member, Georgia Board of Regents Academic Committee on Libraries, 1990-2005; Georgia Online Database (GOLD) Advisory Board, 1995-1996. Adjunct faculty member, Valdosta State University School of Library and Information Science, 2004-2007.
Candidate's Statement. In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position:
GLA has always played a crucial role in identifying and meeting the professional needs of Georgia's librarians and paraprofessionals. One aspect of that role is library advocacy among resource allocators. Never has such advocacy and the need for a strong, responsive GLA, been as important is it is right now. A larger and more diverse membership is essential to ensuring a stronger, more effective GLA. What I will bring to the position of Second Vice President are 29 years of library experience in a wide range of positions from paraprofessional to library directorships at two academic and one special library. More importantly, I will bring a commitment to expanding and diversifying GLA's membership.
Jeff Heck
Title: Automation Librarian
Organization: Reese Library, Augusta State University
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state)
B.S. Journalism, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 1987
M.S.L.I.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 1993
Current Position & Length in Position:
Automation Librarian 1995-
Primary Responsibilities:
All computer related activities for the library.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Faculty Secretary, ASU, 2005-
Secretary, Middle Georgia Consumer Credit Counseling Service, 2007-
Secretary, Kiwanis of Uptown Augusta, 2003-6
Secretary, ASU Faculty Policies Committee, 2002-4
Secretary, ASU Information Technology Committee, 1995-6
Professional Activities:
Candidate's Statement (In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position):
The position of Secretary is vital to the continuing operation of an organization, providing easy access to previous decisions and data while protecting the public image of the organization. I have enjoyed working with the Executive Board in the past few years and hope to provide service in this new area.
Jennifer Link Jones
Title:Training & Assessment Librarian
Organization:Georgia State University Library
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
M.L.I.S.; University of South Carolina; Columbia, SC; 2001
B.A., English; University of South Carolina; Columbia, SC; 1998
Current Position & Length in Position:
Training & Assessment Librarian, Georgia State University Library, 2.5 years
Primary Responsibilities (100 words or less):
Coordinate staff development and training opportunities for library faculty and staff, which includes creating original classes and training materials for face-to-face and online classes; develop training plans for various library positions and groups; coordinate assessment activities, including LibQUAL+, the library's Institutional Effectiveness Assessment Report in WEAVEonline, surveys, focus groups, and interviews; collect and analyze data and prepare reports and presentations for internal and external groups; provide reference assistance to GSU students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Instructional Design Librarian; Georgia Perimeter College; Clarkston, GA; 1 year
Training & Support Librarian; SOLINET; Atlanta, GA; 3 years
Professional Activities:
Georgia Library Association 2007-
American Library Association 2001-2007
Continuing Library Education Network & Exchange Round Table (CLENERT) 2003-2007
Candidate's Statement. In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position:
I wish to become more actively involved in GLA, and serving on the Executive Board would help me reach this goal. My current position at Georgia State University Library requires me to prepare and present reports, and I have served as secretary for a library standing committee. I believe these experiences have helped prepare me to serve as GLA Secretary. My organizational skills and dedication to assigned tasks mean that I will compile and disseminate meeting minutes to GLA members in a timely fashion. Finally, as a relatively new librarian, I will bring a positive, innovative attitude to the Executive Board.
Ann Hamilton
Title: Associate Dean of the Library and Associate University Librarian
Organization: Georgia Southern University
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
D.A.S.L., Sixth year degree in librarianship, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, 1988
M.Ln., Librarianship, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, 1971
Certificate Archives Administration, Georgia Department of Archives and History, Atlanta, Georgia, 1971
M.A., History, Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi, 1970
B.A., Mathematics and History, University of Montevallo, Montevallo, Alabama, 1968
Current Position & Length in Position:
Associate Dean of the Library and Associate University Librarian (Professor), Georgia Southern University Statesboro,
Georgia 1992-
(Associate Director of Libraries September 1992-September 1994, Associate University Librarian 1994-2001)
Primary Responsibilities):
Responsible for all Library operations in the absence of the Dean of the Library and University Librarian from September 1992 until the present. The library employees 60 faculty and staff and more than 100 student employees. Current primary assignment: Serving as project coordinator for the $27.5 + million expansion and renovation of the Zach S. Henderson Library.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Head, Circulation Department, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 1987-1992
Library Director, Virginia Intermont College, Bristol, Virginia, 1985-1987
Professional Activities: (Selected)
American Library Association 1980-
Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL)
Library Administration and Management Association (LAMA)
Southeastern Library Association 1978-
Georgia Library Association 1992-
Candidate's Statement. In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position:
Serving as GLA's Chapter Councilor has been one of the most rewarding professional experiences of my career. Over the years I've developed friendships with ALA Executive Director Keith Fiels, Office for Intellectual Freedom Director Judith Krug, Chapter Relations Director Michael Dowling, and Director of Membership Development John Chrastka. They have helped me bring speakers to Georgia like ALA Presidents Leslie Berger and Jim Rettig. John and Michael helped me make Georgia one of the first states to offer joint memberships in ALA and GLA for library school students. Those relationships will allow me to continue bringing ALA speakers to Georgia and to help GLA take full advantage of its position as a chapter of ALA.
Carrie C. Zeiger
Title: Director
Organization: Coastal Plain Regional Library
Education (Degree(s), college, date received, city & state):
MLS, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 1982
MPA, Carrollton, GA 1999
Current Position & Length in Position:
Director, Coastal Plain Regional Library, 2 1/2 years
Primary Responsibilities:
Director of a multi-county (five) rural public library system in South Georgia. My task is not only to lead and manage the provision of excellent library service to the public, but draw all five unique counties together to effect good communication in order to provide the most efficient and effective library resources for the five communities.
Previous Relevant Position(s), Organization & Length in Position:
Director, Newnan-Coweta Public Library, Newnan, Georgia, 17 years
Professional Activities:
Candidate's Statement (In 125 words or less, please write why you are interested in this position, what you will bring to the role and what contributions you can make to GLA in this position):
My career as a library director has centered on building community partnerships and maintaining effective relationships with community agencies. Most organizations offer leadership opportunities which I found with the Kiwanis Club of Newnan. As the first female president, I had an opportunity to study, understand, and communicate all sides of every issue. With my past skills and experience in communication, I can offer broad understanding of issues between GLA and ALA. As councilor, communication with GLA members will be vital as will complete understanding of the issues at hand. This position offers a unique opportunity to serve two of the most important organizations in the profession. I am honored to be considered for this task and would work hard to promote consensus, understanding and communication.