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Library/Computing Assistant: Library and Technology Services, Client Services

1. What do you like best about your position?
I work at the helpdesk and enjoy the interaction with faculty, staff, and students. The helpdesk is a very visible service and providing assistance to all users is very rewarding.    

2. What time do you arrive at work? What time do you leave work?
My day starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch.   However, the desk is open evenings and weekends all year round so I can be found at the desk on alternating Wednesdays until 9:00 p.m. as well as six weekend shifts every semester…summers, too! 

3. Why did you choose Lehigh University as your employer of choice?
I was born and raised in South Bethlehem and Lehigh was practically in my backyard so it was an obvious choice.   Almost 26 years later I'm still here and have had many rewarding experiences.

4. What Lehigh University events and activities have you participated in beyond your department to become a more active member of the Lehigh community?
I have served on various committees such as the Employee Relations Advisory Committee (E.R.A.C.), the Holiday Party Committee and the Tradition of Excellence Award Committee, various library committees, and I volunteer for the United Way Day of Caring.   I am also a member of the Lehigh University Wrestling Club.  I believe exercise is essential in maintaining a healthy lifestyle so I try to participate in various activities sponsored by Human Resources and the Fitness Center.

5. What is your favorite location on campus and why?
That would have to be Grace Hall.  I am a big wrestling fan and the atmosphere at Grace Hall is the best.   The newly renovated Leeman-Turner Arena allows fans to be right next to the mat, although there are no bad seats in the place.

6. What do you like best about working for an academic institution?
I enjoy the diversity-- the opportunity to work with people of all ages, professions, and cultures.  Plus, Lehigh provides a relaxed atmosphere.