Education
Masters in Library & Information Studies
BA in English
Study Abroad
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
Coastal Carolina University
Nene University, Northampton, United Kingdom
Expected graduation December 2020
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LibGuide, Cultural Literacy in Library Displays: Applying Cultural Literacy to Visual Displays
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LibGuide, Indigenous Tribes of Colonial Charleston
Graduated Cum Laude
Sigma Tau Delta
(English National Honor Society)
Omicron Delta Kappa
(National Leadership Honor Society)
Phi Eta Sigma
(National Honor Society)
Student Government Association
Exchange program through CCU.
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Masters of Arts in Writing
Coastal Carolina University
Spring 2022
Creative Nonfiction
Continuing Education
Professional Experience
StoryBuilders (Atlanta, GA) March 2023 – present
Publishing Specialist
Lead clients through the publishing process. Coordinate with designers for accuracy in publishing. Ghostwriter on books and course materials for corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, coaches, and others. Educate clients on the publishing process, ISBNs, and copyright laws. Ongoing education on advances in publishing through research, creating reports in areas such as international self and indie publishing, copyright laws, and AI in writing and publishing. Brand writing and management for the company’s social media and blog.
Charleston Hub, Annual Reviews (Charleston, SC) January 2021 – present
Marketing and Digital Communications Manager
Ensure Charleston Hub remains one of the top and most reliable sources of news and information in libraries and scholarly communication. Create graphics, photography, and videos to promote and market the Charleston Conference and Against the Grain Journal. Create and curate engaging content that is relevant and reliable. Social media marketing and management, which includes utilizing social media platforms during conferences to communicate important information and updates. Coordinate with editors, podcasters, and conference planners to promote all arms of the Hub. Write blog posts, newsletters, and press releases as needed. Attend the annual conference to gather quotes photos, and stories that promote the Hub. “Live tweet” throughout conferences and events and during Charleston In Between sessions to garner interest and promote ongoing dialogue around important topics within the field.
Native American Studies Center, USCL (Lancaster, SC) August 2022-August 2023
Head of Archives, Associate Professor, Associate Librarian
Promote cultural literacy through engagement. Managed Indigenous cultural and historical collections in an ethical manner. Managed collections, archival projects, and access. Taught students and visitors in formal and informal classroom settings that included hands-on research and reference sessions. Taught a standing-room-only 8-week class to adult learners, creating the course from scratch, including all instructional design elements. Assist in library research, reference, and assessment. Act as the Librarian Liason between the Medford Library and NASC. Active in the community as a representative of NASC. Digitization and project management. Create visual and interactive displays. Published and presented for academic publications and conferences.
Kimbel Library, Coastal Carolina University (Conway, SC) February 2018 – present
Administrative Coordinator
As an academic administrative coordinator, I work closely with library administration. I help coordinate logistics of employee training and travel; faculty and staff searches; and library personnel issues. I am the direct supervisor of the library's marketing department. I maintain the library budgets, supply spending, purchasing quotes, and work closely with vendors.
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Marketing/Administrative Assistant
Responsible for planning and curating book displays, visiting exhibits, and special events. Work closely with library leaders and faculty/staff around campus to ensure student engagement and inclusivity. Responsible for creating marketing materials and plans for library services and programs. Maintain library’s social media accounts. Directly supervise two student assistants/interns in graphic design and social media.
Access Services Specialist
Responsible for assisting patrons with reference questions during evening hours and manning high traffic service points. Worked with circulation, collections management (weeding, shifting, etc.), and student assistant training. Served on the OER/Course Reserves Team and Marketing Committee.
Avant’s Tax Service (Georgetown, SC) Jan 2004 – April 2018
Office Manager and Tax Preparer
Responsible for day-to-day office activities and high-quality customer service for more than 1,600 customers over a three-month period each year. Responsible for ensuring federal record retention and privacy laws were followed. Managed budget, deposits, and supply purchasing.
Georgetown County Family YMCA (Georgetown, SC) 2010 – Dec. 2015
Member Experience Director
Engaged directly with Y members and the public to ensure satisfaction with their Y experience. Planned events in the Y and the community, such as health fairs and Breakfast with Santa. Trained and supervised a staff of 20+ employees on the front desk and child watch areas.
Instructor / Trainer
Responsible for training members and visitors in proper use of gym equipment and creating exercise plans to accommodate any special needs. Taught adult group classes in Pilates, Pi/Yo, and kickboxing. Taught occasional kids yoga classes.
The Cape Romain Environmental Education Charter School (McClellanville, SC) 2012-2017
Substitute Teacher for Pre-K, Elementary, and Middle Grades
Worked directly with students and teachers, implementing lesson plans and managing classrooms. Helped plan and prepare for the Lowcountry Shrimp Festival.
Random House Publishing | Fodor’s Travel Guides (NY, NY) 2008-2016
Travel Writer, Fodor’s Guide to the Carolinas and Georgia
Contracted position to update the S.C. Midlands and Upstate chapter. Responsible for writing, editing, and reviewing sites, hotels, and restaurants. Researched people, places, and events around the state.
Freelance Writer, Photographer, Editor (South Carolina) 1996-2017
Writing, editing, researching, and photography stringer for a variety of local and state publications and The Associated Press. Responsible for press releases, pictures, editing weekly and annual publications, and news reporting. Also worked as a food writer, travel writer, and music reviewer. Wrote for publications such as The Georgetown Times, The Sun News, SC Alive Magazine, Reach Out Columbia Magazine, Tidelands Real Estate, and others.
International Paper Company, Woodlands Division (Georgetown, SC) 2002-2003
Administrative Specialist
Administrative duties, organized special events and meetings, and served on the public relations and diversity committees.
Library Publications
Anderson, C. (April 2024). "Charleston In Between Conference Report." Against the Grain. Charleston Library Conference.
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Anderson, C. (February 2022). "Book Review: Taste the State: South Carolina's Signature Foods, Recipes, and Their Stories." The Southeastern Librarian Journal. Southeastern Library Association.
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Anderson, C. (December 2021). “Manuscripts of the Muslim World.” Multimedia & Technology Reviews. Art Libraries Society of North America.
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Anderson, C. (October 2021). “Introduction to Cultural Analytics and Python.” Multimedia & Technology Reviews. Art Libraries Society of North America.
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Anderson, Christine A. (2021) "The Facebook Frontier: Harnessing the Power of Facebook Live," South Carolina Libraries: Vol. 5 : Iss. 1 , Article 8. DOI: https://doi.org/10.51221/suc.scl.2021.5.1.8
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Anderson, C. (December 2020). “Archivists Against History Repeating Itself.” Multimedia & Technology Reviews. Art Libraries Society of North America.
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Anderson, C. (September 2020). “Collecteurs Digital Museum.” Multimedia & Technology Reviews. Art Libraries Society of North America.
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Anderson, C. (July 2020). “Coastal Carolina University's Kimbel Library Creates Personal Protective Equipment for Community.” PASCAL Newsletter. Partnership Among South Carolina Academic Libraries.
Conference Presentations and Papers
Association of College and Research Libraries
SC Library Association Annual Conference
International Foundation of Library Associations
NC Live Conference
Annual Cora Paul Bomar
IDEAL Summit
Utilization of Whiteboard Surveys as an Effective Assessment and Engagement Tool
Lightning Round presented with CCU Associate University Librarian Jennifer Hughes,
ACLA Annual Conference.
April 2021.
“The Facebook Frontier: Harnessing the Power of Facebook Live.”
Presentation with Kimbel Library Librarian for Academic Engagement Tristan Daniels,
SCLA Annual Conference. September 2020.
“Using Library Displays to Enhance Cultural Literacy and Community Engagement.”
(Accepted) Lightening Talk,
Local History and Genealogy Section joint with Asia and Oceania Section, Belgrade, Serbia.
August 2019.
“Cultural Literacy & Library Displays.”
Poster Session,
Greensboro, NC.
May 2019.
“Cultural Literacy & Library Displays.”
Poster Session,
UNCG, Greensboro, NC.
March 2019.
Events and Exhibits
Library Exhibits and Events
Limitless Ambition: Space, Science, and the Role of Women. Kimbel Library & Bryan Information Commons. Sept. 1-20, 2019.
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Coastal Creates: Student, Faculty, and Community Art Show. Kimbel Library & Bryan Information Commons. April-May 2019.
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Poetry Month. Annual Student Poetry Reading and Black Out Poetry Display. April 2019.
Other Events Planned
Oyster Roast and Silent Auction to benefit The Georgetown School of Arts and Sciences. 2016-2018.
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Glow-N-Go 5K to benefit The Georgetown School of Arts and Sciences. 2017-2018.
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Breakfast with Santa & Mom’s Morning Out. Georgetown Family YMCA. 2015.
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Chair-ity Dinner and Live Auction to benefit the Women’s Safe Harbor Foundation. 2002-2005.
Professional Development
Conferences, Trainings, and Workshops
Charleston Conference. Charleston, SC. November 2021.
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Library Marketing and Communications Conference. St. Louis, MO. November 2019.
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Search Team Certification. CCU. September 2019.
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NCLIVE Conference. Greensboro, N.C. May 2019.
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Cora Paul Bomar IDEAL Summit. Greensboro, N.C. March 2019.
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Human Research IRB Certification. CITI Training. February 2019.
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Purchasing Card Certification, CCU. January 2019.
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Feel the Teal: Service Excellence Training. CCU. December 2018.
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Affordable Learning Workshop. Coker College, Hartsville, S.C. June 2018.
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LIBRIS Conference. Florence, S.C. May 2018.
Certificates & Continuing Education
2020 Certificates:
DMC Knight Lab Workshop (UNCG)
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2019 Certificates:
Human Research (CITI Program)
Protecting Your Assets: Managing Legacy Materials for Performing Arts (LYRASIS)
Crisis Communication and Reputation Management for Performing Arts Organizations (LYRASIS)
From Silo to Hub: Seizing Opportunities to Drive Change (Georgia Library Assoc.)
TerminalFour Training (CCU Online Training)
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2018 Certificates:
Research Data Management & Sharing (UNC Chapel Hill & University of Edinburgh)
Arts & Heritage Management (Universita Bocconi)
Feel the Teal (Coastal Carolina University Service Training)
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2017 Certificate:
Hamlet’s Ghost (HarvardX)
Professional Service and Membership
Service: Library and University
Service: Community Involvement
Professional Memberships
CINO Elevate Mentor, Spring 2020-Present
Brew Crew featured guest, Intercultural and Inclusion Student Services, CCU, 2019
Search Committee, Academic Engagement/Assistant Librarian, CCU, 2019
University-Wide MLK Committee, CCU, 2019-Present
C.A.S.T. (Coastal’s Administrative Support Team), 2019-Present
#CCUSocialMedia Staff, 2019-Present
Vice President/Sitting President, UNCG Special Libraries Association UNCG Student Chapter, 2019-PresentÂ
Kimbel Library OER/Course Reserves Team, 2018
Kimbel Library Marketing Communications Team, 2018-Present
Digital Volunteer, Smithsonian Institute, Archive Transcription, 2018-Present
Citizen Archivist, National Archives, Archive Transcription, 2018-Present
Volunteer Docent, Georgetown County History Museum, 2018
Adult Literacy, Precious Blood Community Outreach, Tutor, 2018
The Chicora Indian Tribe of S.C., Tribal Council Member, 2013-2015
Coastal Carolina University, Alumni Board of Directors, 2002-2007
Diversity Committee, Woodlands Division, International Paper Co., 2003
CURRENT
Palmetto Archives, Libraries, & Museums Council on Preservation
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Research Data Access & Preservation (RDAP)
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Society of American Archivists (SAA)
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American Library Association (ALA)
South Carolina Library Association (SCLA)
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Georgetown County Historical Society​
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PAST
South Carolina Press Association
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Special Libraries Association SLA), UNCG Student Chapter
Vice President, 2019- Graduation
Sitting President, 2020 (Spring-Fall)
Skills
Library Centered Programs and Software
Millenium, LibAnswers, LibGuides, Canvas, EnvisionWare, SpringShare
Multimedia Software and Programs
Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, etc.), iPhoto, iMovie, iTunes, Keynote, QuickTime Player, WebEx, Canva, Constant Contact, Knight Lab (TimelineJS, StoryMapJS, Juxtaposition), Zoom, Powtoon, Switcher, Twitcher, Eboards (Digital Monitors)
Web Design
Basic HTML, WordPress, Blogspot, Wix, TerminalFour
Social Media and Apps
Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Flipgrid, Vine, Pinterest, iTunes, Hootsuite, Wikipedia, Giphy, Boomerang, LinkedIn, Repost, What’s App, PS Express, Evite, Adobe Scan
Office Administration
Productivity Software:
MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel), Google Docs, Google Sheets, SurveyMonkey, Doodle, Sign Up Genius, When2Work, Timeclock Plus, School Dude, Google Teams, OneNote, EndNote
Other Administrative Software:
Pharos Print Management, DaxKo Member Engagement & Accounting, Drake Income Tax Preparation, NewsEdit Pro, Quicken, Outlook, Office360, WebAdviser
Equipment:
Scanners, Copiers, Printers, Faxes, Phone Systems, Mac and PC, digital camera, external hard drives, iPads, Silhouette Cutter Machine, Cricut Cutter Machine, Vuze 3D camera, GoPro, Sony Handycam
Languages
English (Fluent)
French (Basic/A2)