1. Can you share a bit about your role at University Libraries?
I’m the Records Manager and Archivist in Alkek’s Special Collections & Archives. As records manager, I work with departments across TXST to help faculty and staff properly manage, store, and dispose of records throughout their lifecycle. That includes managing the records disposition workflow and creating training sessions and reference guides.
On the archives side, I help preserve records with long-term historical value by bringing them into the university archives (Special Collections & Archives), where they become part of the university’s history.
2. What does your typical day look like?
There’s really no “typical” day. Meetings and administrative tasks always come up, but a lot of my work involves responding to the university’s needs as they arise. I consult with the Texas State community about how to organize and store records, advise on sorting through older materials, and help improve file structures so information is easier to find and manage.
My goal is to help people stay organized, efficient, and compliance-ready in a supportive way.
3. What exciting project or initiative are you currently working on that you’d love the campus to know about?
I’m currently developing a Records Coordinator Program. The idea is to have a designated partner in each department who understands the records being created and how they’re stored who can help their unit fulfill records retention requirements day-to-day.
The program will provide high-level training, communication, and feedback, helping departments better manage records while also improving collaboration across campus.
4. What’s your favorite part about being a part of the Alkek Library team?
I really enjoy the collaborative environment here. The team is open to ideas, supportive and focused on problem-solving. There’s great energy within Special Collections & Archives, and it’s rewarding to work alongside people who genuinely care about the work we do.
5. How did your journey into working in libraries begin?
I’ve always loved libraries. Growing up, the local public library was an engaging and comfortable space for me.
After college, I worked for Habitat for Humanity, helping connect people with resources and support. That experience made me realize librarianship is also about listening, understanding people’s needs and helping them find what they’re looking for.
I later moved into archival work, which is a more specialized field focused on preserving and providing access to historical records. What I enjoy most is helping people discover information.
6. What’s your “library superpower” (real or imagined)?
One of my “superpowers” is reading any handwriting. Early in my career, I worked extensively with 19th-century manuscripts, so I became very good at deciphering old handwriting styles.
I also worked in a book and paper conservation lab, where I learned how to repair damaged books and paper materials, re-sew bindings and create custom boxes.
For those who need assistance with records management, please submit your request using this form. Learn more from our Texas State University Records Management web page.