Nathan Cardona of Dickson City, PA came to work in the Circulation Department in the Fall of 2013.  Prior to that he worked for a year in the Library Dean’s office.  He enjoys working in the Library.  He’s learned a great deal from Library employees who he finds to be kind individuals who take every opportunity they get to help another person.  His advice to fellow students is to take advantage of everything the library has to offer – especially the study rooms and the enormous supply of resources we have to offer.

Nathan is an Occupational Therapy Major.  He also enjoys studying European History (1815-present).  When he’s not studying or working in the library, he enjoys writing and music.  Some of his favorite activities are exercising, playing soccer, and drumming.  Of course, he likes to read and his favorite book is City of Thieves.  His favorite movie is Inglourious Bastards.

An interesting fact about Nathan is that he has a twin brother Seth who is also a student here at The University of Scranton and looks very much like him.  So, if you ever see him in the cafeteria after just passing him at the Circulation Desk that could explain it!

After graduation in May, Nathan will continue at The University of Scranton as a Grad student to complete his studies.  His plan is to become a Certified Hand Therapist.  Let’s wish him well as he prepares to graduate and continue to reach for his goal!

As the academic year comes to a close, I’d like to recognize one more outstanding student worker who will graduate next week. Ian Taylor of Delran, New Jersey has been working in Circulation Services for the past two years. Ian is a lively presence at the Circulation Desk, eager to assist patrons with whatever they need.  He does an excellent job of sorting and shelving books.  His work is always very accurate.  We certainly will miss his pleasant personality and his sense of humor.

Ian’s studies have been in Theology/Religious studies. He especially enjoyed Dr. Clark’s Virtue & Christian Ethics class.  His minor field of study is Media Information Technology.  He is an active member of The Aquinas, Students for Life, Catholic Relief Services, Liturgical Ministries, Campus Ministry, Praise & Worship groups.  He could always be seen assisting in Mass as a Eucharistic Minister.  He plans to eventually become a priest.

Ian loves to read and made good use of our library during his time here. His favorite book is The Confession by John Grisham and his favorite movie is The Grace Card.  He advises other students to utilize this library and its vast amount of resources.  He always made good use of Palci EZBorrow and Illiad and encourages other students to do the same.

Congratulations Ian! All the best to you as you continue your religious life.

Melisa Gallo of Scranton, PA began her studies here in the Fall of 2012. One of her good friends, who also worked in the library, referred her to a job in Circulation Services at the end of her freshman year.  She began working at the start of the Fall 2013 semester and she’s been with us ever since.

Melisa studies Psychology and hopes to become a clinical psychologist. Dr. Orr, Dr. Karpiak and Dr. Norcross are her favorite professors.  She especially enjoys her Abnormal Psychology class as well as her Field Experience in clinical settings.  She is treasurer of the Psychology Club on campus.  She is also an active member of the Association for Psychological Sciences Caucus (APSSC), the Scranton Neuroscience Society, the Asia Club and Autism speaks U: The University of Scranton.

When she’s not studying or working, Melisa enjoys reading and watching movies. That’s why she feels like she belongs working in the library where she’s comfortable and enjoys the atmosphere. It’s exciting for her to see all of the new books firsthand and the Media department has many of her favorite movies to watch.  Her favorite book is The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath.  Her favorite movie is Beauty and the Beast.  Another interesting hobby of hers is playing the alto saxophone.

Her advice to other students is to take advantage of all the library has to offer. Explore the Library’s collection and remember Interlibrary loan services when you can’t find what you need here!

Melisa is proud of her French-Canadian heritage and enjoys traveling to Canada to visit family. She also had a remarkable trip to Ireland that she will never forget.

Thank you Melisa! We hope you continue to go places!

Olivia Gillespie of Ocean City, New Jersey began studying at The University of Scranton in the fall of 2012 as an Exercise Science major. Before the end of the spring 2013 semester, she had changed her major to English Literature with minors in Spanish and Theology. It was just around that time when she approached me at the Circulation Desk inquiring about a work-study position. We corresponded over the summer and she began her work here at the Circulation desk with the start of the fall 2013 semester.

She loves being able to watch the campus community as they pass through the library. Her job allows her to meet new people while meeting their needs. She advises fellow students to utilize the library. There are so many librarians and resources that can inform you and make your education easier and more fulfilling.

Olivia is a member of the Sigma Tau Delta English National Honor Society. She enjoys writing stories and poems. She’s won the Berrier Prose Award for her entries in Esprit, a literary magazine published by the students of The University of Scranton. In fact, Olivia is currently its Editor-in-Chief! She tutors English students in the CTLE and last semester she was a teaching assistant for Freshman Seminar.

Though English is her first language, she loves studying Spanish and Portuguese. Not only can she speak in all three languages, but she dreams in all three languages every night! In her spare time, she enjoys beat boxing and rapping. Her favorite movie is The World According to Garp.

Currently, Olivia is a semi-national finalist for a Fulbright Scholarship. If selected, she will travel to Brazil in March of 2017 to teach English in a college classroom. Her career aspirations are to become either a teacher, a lawyer or an interpreter or perhaps all of the above. Whatever the future brings, we wish her all the best.

Thank you Olivia!