2SLGBTQ+ Libraries and Archives & Politicized Pedagogy
Learn about a librarian’s research into 2SLGBTQ+ Libraries and Archives, preserving queer history, and current activism efforts.
Matthew Rohweder
Matthew Rohweder is the 2025 OLA President and is currently a Liaison Librarian at Wilfrid Laurier University. He is co-author of A Librarian’s Guide…
The Value of Succession Planning in Student Internships
Learn about the benefits of constructing a multi-year internship from a MLIS student's perspective.
Launching the Library Student Toolkit!
The Library Student Toolkit on the OLA website offers library and information students access to journals, job boards, conferences, professional organizations, and career resources for academic and professional success.
In Retrospect: Experiences of A Student Representative
Rochelle David, a 2024 OCULA student representative, reflects on her time on the OCULA council, highlighting valuable experiences, collaborative growth, and her contributions to the library community's development.
Sahar Kasiri-Motlagh
Sahar Kasiri-Motlagh is an Access/Information Services Specialist at the University of Toronto whose research interests revolve around the ever-changing needs of all library users.…
Rochelle David
Rochelle David is a Toronto Academic Library Intern (TALint) at the University of Toronto Engineering and Computer Science Library and a Graduate Student Library…
Parallel paths: How my experience in association work contributed to my career growth
I can't emphasize enough how association work can enhance your career development and personal enjoyment of the field.
Shelby Thaysen
Shelby Thaysen (she/her) is OCULA Vice President/ President-Elect (2025) and a member of the OLA Board of Directors (2025). Shelby is a Scholarly Publishing…
Eva McDonald
Eva McDonald is the Systems & Electronic Resources Librarian at Centennial College. She can be reached at emcdonald@centennialcollege.ca.
Advancing your career: advice for new MLIS graduates
Unlock career success as a new MLIS graduate with tips on building in-person connections, honing key skills, and seizing opportunities for growth and advancement.
Maria Ruiz
Maria Ruiz is the Editor-In- Chief for InsideOCULA and a Reference and Instruction Librarian at the University of Toronto Mississauga Library. She completed her…