[image1-right]To help accomplish her goal of becoming a law librarian, LEEP student Lindsey Carpino, JD, balances teaching law courses to paralegal students, working as a reference associate at a law school, and taking GSLIS courses.
Why did you decide to pursue an LIS degree?
I wanted to pursue an LIS degree because I developed an interest in becoming a law librarian while I worked as a reference fellow during law school.
Why did you choose GSLIS?
I picked GSLIS because many of my mentors went through this program, and I had heard such great things. I chose the LEEP option since it is a flexible approach to attaining my master's degree.
What particular LIS topics interest you most?
I am particularly interested in academic law librarianship, specifically at a law school library. My favorite GSLIS course has been LIS 504 Reference. I loved this course because reference is my primary interest. We completed reference questions from different sources each week, which is great experience! I can apply what I have learned in class to my current and future jobs.
What surprises you about the field of LIS?
The overwhelming kindness and resourcefulness of librarians surprises me the most. All the GSLIS students go out of their way to help their fellow classmates and so do all of the librarians I have come in contact with. It is such a friendly and welcoming community.
What do you do outside of class?
Outside of my GSLIS classes, I teach law courses to paralegal students, both on campus and online. I also work as a reference associate at a law school. In addition, I am doing some wedding planning, as I am getting married.
What career plans or goals do you have?
Upon graduation I would love to work as a reference librarian at a law school library in the Chicagoland area. I would also love to teach legal research courses to law students.