This Web site has been developed to showcase my Emporia State University, School of Library and Information Management (SLIM), Masters of Library Science portfolio. The theme of this site is nurture information. For anything to grow it needs to be tended, supplied space and cared for. These actions are embodied in the word nurture. All knowledge, in all forms is embodied in the word information. As a future information professional my goal is to "nurture information" through my work and personal life in as many ways possible. While visiting my site please take the latest poll on your right: How do you nurture information? 

I have included three sections in my portfolio in the menu to the left including SLIM program outcomes, professional values and my resume. These sections demonstrate that I have learned and mastered the skills, theory and concepts necessary to be granted an MLS. The SLIM program requires that all MLS students meet or exceed the following eight outcomes and five values. 

Outcomes:

1. Articulate a philosophy of client-centered information services based on the epistemological and ethical foundations of the library and information profession.

2. Explains and applies interdisciplinary theories and models relevant to managing library and information agencies.

3. Conduct an information needs assessment, and design and evaluate customized information services and products based on those needs.

4. Based on a diagnosed need, retrieve, interpret, and/or repackage relevant information resources, and evaluate their use and impact.

5. Lead appropriate change by using effective collaborative communication ad organizational skills.

6. Teach information literacy skills in order to facilitate effective learning organizations.

7. Demonstrate life-long learning skills by continually acquiring new knowledge, skills, and perspectives to respond to changing conditions.

8. Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and in using information technologies.  

Values:

1. Value self and others, i.e., possess confidence in one's decisions and value diversity in its many forms.

2. Advocate for others by displaying a commitment to quality and equity.

3. Exhibit professional behavior, knowledge, and attitudes, based on client-centered philosophy and ethical guidelines. 

4. Demonstrate leadership by displaying vision, and adaptability, openness to new ideas, and risk-taking behavior. 

5. Imagine outside the box by demonstrating creativity in problem solving, management, and other professional activities.