Russell Martinez won the first Student Fan of the Year award at Hawkapalooza on September 3, 2009.
Martinez in a Junior majoring in Informatics and works in information technology support at the Hardin Library.
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Reporting to the Hardin Library’s Coordinator, Education and Research, the Clinical Education Librarian plans, promotes and provides information services that support the needs of faculty, researchers, staff and students of the university’s five health sciences colleges and affiliated hospitals and clinics. The incumbent:
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Kathy Skhal, Clinical Education Librarian at Hardin Library, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 16. A memorial service will be held this Saturday, June 20, at 10:00 a.m. in the Sahai Auditorium (Room 1103) in MERF (Medical Education & Research Facility) at 375 Newton Road on the University of Iowa Health Sciences Campus. [map] All of Kathy’s friends and colleagues are welcome to attend. Parking is available at the Newton Road Parking Ramp, across the street from MERF.
Arrangements and online condolences are with Lensing Funeral and Cremation Service. Memorials may be directed to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
For more information, please call the Hardin Library at 319-335-9151.
Kelly Thormodson is Hardin Library’s newest staff member! Originally from Fergus Falls, MN, she completed her undergrad studies at North Dakota State University, and then went on to receive her Masters in Library and Information Science from the University of Iowa. Although she is not new to Iowa City and the University of Iowa, she spent her last 10 years working as the Operations Supervisor at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, WA.
In her role here at Hardin, Kelly works as the Coordinator of Education and Research, which includes coordinating outreach liaisons and reference services. Her interests include reading and movies, and although she is happy to be back at the University of Iowa, she is still on the lookout for a good local winery.
Of Hardin Library’s student employees, five will be graduating this year!
Alexa Groff is graduating with a BA in English. She will be attending graduate school at the University of Iowa in Education.
Adnan Fazal is receiving an MHA is Health Administration. He has already moved to Marshalltown where he is the manager of an Iowa Home Care office.
Elizabeth Nummela receives her MA in Library and Information Science. She is currently seeking a librarian position.
Janice Kim receives a BS in Psychology and is returning home to Korea.
Matt Walleser is graduating with a BA in History and a BA in International Studies. His next move is to Bethlehem, where he plans to work with the Palestinian Community, NGO’s and continue to study Arabic.
Congratulations to all graduates!
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Reporting to the Assistant Director for Collections and Outreach, the Clinical Education Librarian plans, promotes and provides information services that support the needs of residents and, to a lesser degree, faculty, researchers, staff and students, of the Carver College of Medicine and the affiliated hospital.
• As liaison to academic and clinical units, cultivates relationships with residents and faculty to identify opportunities for library partnerships with education and health care programs.
• Develops and teaches tailored library education sessions. Coordinates education services for liaison units. Works with faculty to integrate library education into the curriculum.
• In support of research and education, assists patrons with research and information management tools and skills through individual and small group consultations. Coordinates consultation services for liaison units.
• Partners with other librarians to market library services and promote increased awareness of scholarly communication issues on the health campus.
• Provides information and circulation services at the public service desk in-person and via telephone, email and instant messenger.
• Investigates new technologies and works with others to develop and revise programs to respond to the changing information needs of members of the health campus.
• Works with other Hardin Library staff members on public services projects for the health campus and health professionals and consumers in the State of Iowa.
• Serves on Hardin Library, University Libraries, health colleges, university and hospital committees and working groups.
• Contributes to and learns from the profession through such avenues as local, state and national professional organizations and publications.
Not only is Gordana Lenert new to the Hardin Library staff, her position is also new to our team. The new position liaison for the Biomolecular Sciences, something that her past experience should definitely serve her well in. Although she has never worked at a library before, she is not new to working at universities.
After graduating from the University of Belgrade in the former Yugoslavia, Gordana majored in Molecular Biology and Physiology, and then went on to receive her Masters and Ph.D. in Allergology and Immunology from the University of Belgrade. From there she worked at the Biochemistry Department, Medical School, University of Novi Sad, where she developed her passion for working with students. She and her family moved to Canada after leaving Europe, where she worked as a medical reviewer for Health Canada. After her husband was offered a job at the University, she moved to Iowa City two years ago.
In her free time, Gordana enjoys reading, cooking, gardening and swimming, and has been a volunteer swim-referee for many years. Despite being her first month on the job, she already has major work to do, including planning the curriculum for her new liaison department.
Chris Childs joined the Hardin Library Staff as Education and Outreach Librarian for Consumer and Public Health in late February. Chris comes to the University of Iowa from the Texas Tech Health Sciences Center at Odessa, where he began his career in health sciences libraries as an assistant director.
While working in Texas, Chris had the opportunity to do some outreach for the university and found that of all his responsibilities, this was his favorite. He is very excited about being part of the Hardin staff and having the opportunity to focus on outreach.
Chris enjoys traveling and has taken many trips across the country, spending most of his time in the National Parks. While he did live in Indiana for a few years, he didn’t have the opportunity to travel and explore this region of the country. He is looking forward to wandering around Iowa and the surrounding states.
Jonathan Koffel, Education and Outreach Librarian, has been appointed Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy Division of the College of Pharmacy. This is a 3 year appointment.
Jonathan will teach sessions on drug information skills and concepts within College courses (notably the Pharmacy Practice Lab sequence), serve on the College Curriculum Committee, and collaborate with other faculty to ensure that faculty, staff, and students have the information resources and skills necessary to provide the highest level of care.
“Jonathan has quickly become a valuable member of the Pharmacy Practice Lab team as well as the entire College of Pharmacy,” says Jeff Reist, Clinical Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Pharmacy Practice Lab. “He is a valuable resource and provides excellent instruction to both students and faculty in the area of health informatics and related topics. His intellect and wit make him a respected and popular instructor and is a pleasure to work with on curriculum development and delivery.”
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Reporting to the Assistant Director, Technology and Outreach, the Education and Outreach Librarian plans, promotes and provides information services that support the needs of residents of the State of Iowa and faculty, researchers, staff and students of the five health colleges and affiliated hospital.
• As liaison to academic and clinical units, cultivates relationships with faculty and researchers to identify opportunities for library partnerships with education and health care programs;
• Develops and teaches tailored library education sessions. Coordinates education services for liaison units and community outreach programs. Works with faculty to integrate library education into the curriculum;
• In support of research and education, assists patrons with research and information management tools and skills through individual and small group consultations. Coordinates consultation services for liaison units and community outreach programs;
• Partners with other librarians to market library services and promote increased awareness of scholarly communication issues on the health campus;
• Provides information and circulation services at the public service desk in-person and via telephone, email and instant messenger;
• Investigates new technologies and works with others to develop and revise programs to respond to the changing information needs of members of the health campus;
• Works with other Hardin Library staff members on public services projects for the health campus and health professionals and consumers in the State of Iowa. Visits off-campus sites as needed (must have valid driver’s license);
• Serves on Hardin Library, University Libraries, health colleges, university and hospital committees and working groups;
• Contributes to and learns from the profession through such avenues as local, state and national professional organizations and publications.
