The MacPhaidin Library is excited to welcome Abigail Mulligan as our newest Reference and Instruction librarian. Abigail is coming to us as a recent graduate from Simmons College, and will bring energy to our reference and research support efforts. Get to know Abigail through this interview:
- What attracted you to the Reference Librarian position at Stonehill?Since I was in middle school, I knew I wanted to be a reference librarian at a college. To be a reference librarian is to be a lifelong learner, truly - you are constantly learning new things when working with faculty in their subject area. I was especially drawn to Stonehill's sense of community and set of values. I couldn't be more excited to be a part of this wonderful campus!
- How do you plan to engage with students to make them feel comfortable working with a librarian?I'm looking forward to bringing both my energy and enthusiasm to the library, hopefully making students feel as enthusiastic about it as I am! My fundamental belief is that there are no stupid questions. As a reference librarian, I'm here to help students navigate the library's resources, allowing them to succeed in their academic careers.
- What do you like to do when you're not at work?In my down time I love to work out, hang out with friends, read a book, or scrapbook. I'm also planning on learning how to crochet this fall - any advice is welcomed!
- What is your favorite book/author, and why?My favorite book is Bunny, written by my favorite author, Mona Awad. Mona Awad writes in such a captivating way, taking you to a different world you don't want to leave. If you like dark humor with a bit of fantasy, she is the author for you. Check out her new book, We Love You, Bunny, coming out in September.
- What is it about your new position at Stonehill that you're most excited about?I'm most excited about interacting with students during library instruction sessions. I love creating lesson plans and activities that help students develop new skills they will carry with them into the future.