Senior Spotlight - Jo Barber

 

As the end of the semester approaches, we’d like to take the opportunity to highlight our graduating seniors. This is a bittersweet moment for us as we will miss them terribly, but we wish them much success in the future. Their contributions to our library during their time here have been invaluable to the success of our library and appreciated more than they know. 

We thought it would be awesome for them to share a few words about their time here at the Business/SPEA Library.  

Where are you from? South Bend, Indiana

How long have you worked at the Business/SPEA Library? Since August 2022

What is your position?  Reference Assistant

What did you enjoy about working at our library?  The people! Everyone who works here is so lovely, it’s a great team.

Do you have a favorite library, IU or Bloomington memory?  Working Friday afternoons with Olivia and Lily.

What’s your degree & major?  Master of Library Science with a specialization in Children’s and Young Adult Services. 

What are your plans after leaving IU?  I’m sticking around Bloomington for another year, working at the Monroe County Public Library’s Southwest branch.
 
Any farewell thoughts to share?  It’s been such a pleasure working here! I’ll miss you all.

Thank you, Jo for being a part of the Business/SPEA Library team. Congratulations & Best Wishes in the future!