The Duke University Libraries are undertaking a strategic planning process in order to define a clear sense of direction and identify priorities for the next five years. Griffin Reames and Ashley Garcia from Guideline Consulting are helping to support us in this important work.
We would very much appreciate your participation in a 1-hour focus group with Guideline Consulting to share your feedback and reflections on the biggest strategic issues impacting the library’s future. Focus groups will be conducted virtually via Zoom.
Please indicate your availability here no later than Friday, April 14 and someone from Guideline will reach out to confirm a final date and time. Discussion prompts will be shared by Guideline prior to the focus group, though no advance preparation is required.
Attendees will receive a $20 gift card via email. We hope to hear from you!
This semester, the Duke Music Library will highlight a member of our fabulous student staff each week! You’ll probably see some familiar faces – and maybe learn something new about them that you never expected!
This week, we feature North Carolina native AbbySnyder, who is in her sophomore year at Duke and pursuing a double major in International Comparative Studies and Economics with a Finance Concentration. She’s been with us in the Music Library for just under one year, but even as one of our newer student staff members, she’s quickly learned the ropes and become a great asset – always ready to assist patrons, with a smile!
Read more about Abby below:
Q: Where are you from? A.S.: Pinehurst, North Carolina
Q: Why do you like working in the music library? A.S.: The Music Library is a hidden gem at Duke! It’s a great environment. It’s cozy, quiet, and I love that I am now starting to recognize some of our regulars. It also helps that I work with awesome people! [no, we didn’t bribe her to say that!]
Q: Do you play any musical instrument(s)? A.S.: I used to play the violin. I started when I was 3! I have always wanted to learn how to play the harp, as well.
Q: Favorite movie? A.S.: 10 Things I Hate About You [find it at Lilly!]
Q: Favorite genre of music? A.S.: I like a little bit of everything. Alternative seems to be my favorite at the present!
Q: Who is on your iPod right now? A.S.: Lana Del Ray, The Killers, Beyoncé, and John Mayer! [Yes, we do even have Beyoncé in our CD collection!]
Q: If you had to pick one favorite musical artist? A.S.: John Mayer
Q: What are you currently listening to? A.S.: The Harry Potter soundtrack…don’t laugh, but it’s great study music and helps me focus when I’m writing papers!
Q: What are you currently reading (for pleasure)? A.S: I’m re-reading Pride and Prejudice- one of my favorite books! [find it at Duke]
Q: What’s something we’d be surprised to know about you? A.S.: I was an entrepreneur! I used to sell earrings and bracelets I made in local stores when I was 10!
Many thanks to Abby for taking time out of her busy schedule to tell us a little about herself. And stay tuned for the next Monday Music Library Spotlight!
This semester, the Duke Music Library will highlight a member of our fabulous student staff each week! You’ll probably see some familiar faces – and maybe learn something new about them that you never expected!
Music Library student staff member Ashley Mooney, pictured with her dog, Misty, on a recent snow day
This week, we feature senior Ashley Mooney, who has been working with us in the Music Library since her freshman year. She’s been a wonderful asset to the library over the past 4 years, and we’ll be very sad to see her go when she graduates in May! But we’re also very excited to follow her further adventures as she embarks on life after Duke.
Read more about Ashley below:
Q: Where are you from, originally? A.M.: Portland, Oregon
Q: What do you like about working in the Music Library? A.M.: Since most of my academics are focused on the sciences, I love interacting with people who love and understand the arts.
Q: What would you say is the best feature of the Duke Music Library? A.M.: It’s not as crowded as the other libraries on campus, and it has a less stressful environment.
Q: Do you have a favorite composer? A.M.: Erik Satie [find recordings of his works in our collection here at Duke]
Q: Favorite musicians or groups? A.M.: Damien Rice, Fleetwood Mac, The xx
Q: Favorite genre of music? A.M.: Folk
Q: What are you currently listening to? What’s on your iPod? A.M.: I’m currently listening to didgeridoo music, since I might be moving to Australia within the coming year!
Q: Do you play an instrument yourself? A.M.: Well, I’m in a djembe class right now … but I wouldn’t really say that I can play it, or any other instrument!
Q: What are you currently reading, for pleasure – if you have the time, that is! A.M.: I’m reading The Fatal Shore, by Robert Hughes
Q: And finally, what is something that others might be surprised to know about you? A.M.: I’ve been vegetarian since I was 9 years old, and my favorite animal is an albatross.
Many thanks to Ashley for taking time out of her busy final semester at Duke to tell us a little about herself. And stay tuned for the next Monday Music Library Spotlight!
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