Professional Experience

Community Engagement Librarian

Library & Research Services (LRS) | Harvard Kennedy School | Cambridge, MA | January 2022 - Present

  • Oversee programs and communications that connect HKS Library resources to the HKS community and Harvard Library.

  • Build and maintain institutional relationships with community members to inform and shape the HKS Library's work based on stakeholder needs and opportunities.

  • Identify and activate the institutional structures and monitor the development of relevant trends at HKS and beyond that are required to support successful community engagement.

Knowledge Services Librarian

Library & Research Services (LRS) | Harvard Kennedy School | Cambridge, MA | November 2018 - December 2021

  • Served on newly launched data services team to provide research support to students, staff, and faculty.

  • Advised course support staff and faculty on copyright adherence and scholarly communication strategies.

  • Co-managed the School’s course materials database and online request system.

  • Supported collection development and management through data analysis and subject area expertise in issues of race, class, gender, and sexuality.

Graduate Assistant

Boston Public Library | Boston, MA | May - August 2018

  • Supported evaluation protocol design for a pilot program to lend WiFi hotspots to Boston community members without home internet access (led by Colin Rhinesmith).

Graduate Research Assistant

Simmons University | Boston, MA | March - July 2018

  • Provided research support for the IMLS grant-funded project, “At the Edges of the National Digital Platform: Rural Hotspot Lending Programs” (led by Colin Rhinesmith).

Public Services Assistant

Houghton Library | Harvard University | Cambridge, MA | October 2017 - May 2018

  • Provided reference services to Harvard affiliates and members of the public conducting research with Houghton's extensive collection of rare books and unique materials.

  • Fulfilled patron requests for material reproductions and advised on copyright adherence.

Event Intern

Madison Public Library Foundation | Madison, WI | June - December 2016

  • Led 100-person team of board members, volunteers, and fellow interns in event coordination.

  • Fostered lasting partnerships between the library, community organizations, and local businesses.

  • Researched and implemented cutting-edge fundraising technology for use at events.

  • Invited to extend internship for additional five months based on excellent performance.

Community Organizing & Volunteer Work

Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC)

Somerville, MA | November 2021 - Present

  • Chair of Mayor-appointed body of Somerville community members working alongside City staff to improve conditions for pedestrians and transit riders.

  • Member of the Education & Engagement subcommittee.

Somerville Municipal Compensation Advisory Board

Somerville, MA | October 2023 - Present

  • City Council appointee to the 5-member body that studies the adequacy of compensation for all City officials and non-union employees.

Boston Queer Art Collective

Greater Boston Area | 2020 - 2021

  • Co-Founder of a network supporting queer artists in the Boston area by building community, fostering artistic collaborations, and providing shared infrastructure.

Science for the People

USA | 2019 - 2021