Who is Carrie Moran?
Second Generation Librarian / Digital Native / Information Seeker
"I'm of a fearsome mind to throw my arms around every living librarian who crosses my path, on behalf of the souls they never knew they saved." - Barbara Kingsolver
Professionally
My professional goal is to work with emerging technologies in an academic or corporate library. My professional philosophy is to provide equal access to information and protect intellectual freedom through the utilization of technology that makes information more accessible. I'm a member of the ALA and ACRL.
Hire Me
I recently earned my MLIS with a concentration in Digital Libraries from Drexel University.
I am seeking a position in a library where I can apply the skills gained during my graduate career.
My Work
In the course of my graduate career I was able to work on myriad projects with practical applications including website design, heuristic evaluation, Android application development, and grant writing.
About
I am the daughter of a librarian, and my Mother inspired me to follow in her footsteps. I am a recent graduate of Drexel University where I earned my MLIS degree with a concentration in Digital Libraries. I am fascinated by the human mind, and have my BA in Psychology. During my coursework I developed a strong interest in emerging technologies, information architecture, and metadata. These interests are complemented by a lifelong love of learning and research.
Outside of my academic and professional interests I am becoming a health and fitness enthusiast. I attempt to exercise six times a week and love to hike, swim, kayak, play basketball, and be outdoors. I don't eat fast food or meat that wasn't raised humanely. I support my local farms and farmers, and take my food seriously. I love to travel and my next dream trip is a tour of Nicaragua, Panama, and Costa Rica. Finally, I am a passionate supporter of women's rights and GLBT rights.
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Education
Master of Library and Information Science, Digital Libraries Concentration
- Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
- Awarded June 2011, 3.95 GPA
- Dean's Fellowship Award
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
- University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, NC
- Awarded May 2007, 4.0 GPA
- Chancellor's Achievement Award and Dean's List each semester
Experience
Crisis Consultant: Sexual Assault/Spousal Abuse Resource Center; July 2009 to present
- Provide crisis counseling to clients including safety planning and psycho-education
- Answer help line calls and provide referrals to callers
- Prepare detailed intake files and maintain accurate records
Bookseller: Barnes and Noble; August 2009 to March 2010
- Shelving and product maintenance
- Assisted customers in locating and ordering books both in person and over the phone
- Performed cashier duties
Customer Service Representative: Diamond Comic Distributors; October 2007 to April 2009
- Acted as the main point of contact for approximately 150 retailers
- Responsible for the largest account base in the company
- Assisted customers with: ordering new/additional items, reporting damaged and/or missing items, and answering all questions
Coursework
The Use of Semantic Web Technologies in Digital Libraries
For the INFO653 Digital Libraries course, I wrote a term paper titled "The Use of Semantic Web Technologies in Digital Libraries".
View Term Paper in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
MODS Metadata Scheme Analysis
For the INFO662 Metadata and Resource Description course, I analyzed the quality of the MODS metadata scheme by examining its use in three digital repositories. For this project I prepared a summary, a presentation, and a full-length report.
View MODS Summary in Microsoft Word or PDF format; MODS Presentation in PowerPoint format; and the Full Length MODS Analysis in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Greenstone Collection Customization Project
For the INFO657 Digital Library Technologies course, I developed and customized a digital collection using the Greenstone Digital Library Software. The collection can be visited here. I also developed a report on the collection building process.
View Greenstone Collection Customization Report in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
The Design of a Grooveshark Mobile Application for the Apple OS
For the INFO658 Information Architecture class I worked with a group to develop an Apple OS application for the Grooveshark website. The members of my group have given me permission to post our report on my site.
View Project in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Heuristic Evaluation
For the INFO608 Human Computer Interaction course, I worked with a team to heuristically evaluate the ipl2's website. The members of my team have given me permission to post our report on my site.
View Heuristic Evaluation in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Thesaurus
For the INFO622 Content Representation course, I developed a thesaurus of terms related to kayaking.
View Thesaurus in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Budget Proposal
For the INFO640 Managing Information Organizations course, I developed a fictional budget proposal for a library in a historical society.
View Proposal in Microsoft Word and Charts in Excel.
Grant Proposal
For the INFO520 Social Context of Information Professions course, I created a fictional grant proposal for an LIS organization.
View Grant Proposal in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Annotated Bibliography
For the INFO522 Information Access and Resources course, I prepared an annotated bibliography on Digital Reference services in Academic Libraries.
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SARC Website
During my coursework for the INFO552 Introduction to Web Design for Information Organizations course I re-designed the website for the organization where I'm currently employed. Upon completion of the assignment the Executive Director decided to use my re-design as the agency's official website.
