Librarian Spotting

January 26th, 2004

Librarian Spotting - “is an activity that those in the profession seem naturally inclined to do. Innumerable articles and websites catalogue librarian sightings in fiction, film and other media. Few are main characters since the librarian’s role is usually a supportive one. It is easier to represent these side characters as a recognizable stereotype: hair in a bun, glasses, sweater sets and a stern demeanour… This is just one image that we all recognize, but there are others equally ill-flattering.”

Well worth the read of this entire essay, by Christine Wallace, a library school student. I especially enjoyed reading about promoting the profession and Opportunities for the 21st Century Librarian. This librarian-to-be “gets it”!!

She also has a weblog, which Greg linked to today.

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