Alumni Spotlight: Stephanie Usher
We recently interviewed Stephanie Usher (MLIS ’23) about her work as a Children’s Librarian with the Vancouver Public Library, as the Provincial Coordinator for the BC Summer Reading Club, and about representation in library programming.
INSIGHTS Newsletter
We are pleased to announce that the latest issue of the INSIGHTS Newsletter is now available on our website. Download your digital copy here.
Dual MAS/LIS graduate Mya Ballin receives 2022 Dodds Prize
The award recognizes superior research and writing on an archival topic by a student enrolled in a Master’s level archival studies program.
MLIS alum Reece Steinberg receives 2022 Ryerson University’s Librarian Award
This award recognizes demonstrated excellence in professional service to a unit, Ryerson University and/or the community.
Dr. Cherie Givens appointed North Carolina’s first privacy officer
Givens (PhD ’09) will be tasked with managing risk related to information privacy laws and compliance regulations to allow for stronger authority for making privacy decisions.
The Librarian is in (the DTES)
What is an academic librarian doing in the Downtown Eastside? Find out how MLIS alum Nick Ubels and UBC Learning Exchange are connecting with community organizations and residents in the DTES.
MLIS Alum Simon Neame recently named Dean of UW Libraries
Congratulations to former Director of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and dedicated Adjunct Instructor Simon Neame on this new position!
IDEAS@UBC Alumni-Student Mentorship Program
UBC iSchool students who self-identify as IBPOC or racialized are invited to participate in this IDEAS@UBC alumni-student mentorship program.
Amy Perreault receives 2021 President’s Service Award for Excellence
These awards recognize staff members who have made outstanding contributions to UBC, and who excel in their personal achievements.