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Alexis Bohlander

Library And Information Science Professional
Syracuse,NY

Summary

Community-oriented Library and Information Science professional with with a focus on digital technologies, instruction, and research with a commitment to enhancing information literacy and critical thinking skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Financial Representative

Fidelity Investments
02.2019 - 08.2020
  • Educated clients on market fundamentals and self-directed analysis, encouraging financial independence and informed investment decisions
  • Assisted clients with stock, options, and mutual fund trading in compliance with federal regulations
  • Guided clients through the online platform, providing step-by-step assistance for improving comfort with digital financial tools
  • Made financial transactions and transfers while maintaining client confidentiality

Archives Intern

Erie Canal Museum
05.2024 - Current
  • Utilize Google Sheets to catalog archival materials, including photographs, postcards, and correspondence
  • Create accurate and effective metadata, using Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and a local controlled vocabulary
  • Maintain appropriate handling and preservation techniques for historical artifacts and documents
  • Assist in organizing and indexing the museum's archives, improving resource discoverability for researchers and the public

Learning Strategist

Center for Disability Resources, Syracuse University
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Work one-on-one with students to develop effective study strategies and organizational skills, improving their academic performance
  • Assist students in self-advocacy, helping them navigate school, communication, and academic challenges
  • Collaborate with academic departments to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and accessibility resources
  • Track and evaluate student progress, provide feedback, and adjust strategies to improve academic outcomes

Creative Digital Project Intern

Library of Congress
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted in-depth research of the Library of Congress's Law Library Collection
  • Authored and submitted a blog post for publication to Library of Congress specifications
  • Actively participated in brainstorming sessions for concept development and idea generation, bringing fresh perspectives to established processes.

Digitization Intern

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Digitized and organized a significant collection of photographs, applying scanning and data management techniques to ensure high quality digital reproductions
  • Conducted research on items and locations, contributing to accurate historical context and descriptive metadata
  • Created metadata using Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and a local controlled vocabulary
  • Developed a finding aid to facilitate discoverability for researchers
  • Collaborated with staff from different museum departments for educational objectives

Education

M.S. - Library and Information Science

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
10.2023 - 05.2025

B.A. - Art History

Oakland University
Rochester, MI

Skills

Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis

Library instruction

Skilled researcher

Strong oral and written communication

Information literacy

Cataloging expertise

Metadata creation

Digital archiving

Teamwork and collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Research and Publications

  • Applying Human Information Behavior and Technology Perceptions to Enhance Library Educational Instruction, ALA 2025 Annual Conference and Exhibition, 06/2025, Poster Session Presentation
  • Preserving Student Voices: Projects and Initiatives to Empower Students., The ACRL 2025 Annual Conference, Democratizing Knowledge + Access + Opportunities, 04/2025, Poster Session Presentation
  • Independent Study: Public Perception of Human and Technology Integration, Spring 2025, Syracuse University, Research on human and machine interaction and the public's perception of their role through a survey and qualitative analysis.

Professional Organizations

Member, American Library Association (ALA)
Member, Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL)
Member, Society of American Archivists (SAA)
Member, International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA)
Member, New York Library Association (NYLA)

Conferences and Webinars

  • 88th Annual Meeting of the Society of American Archivists "Archives* Records" 2024
  • Moral Media Conference "Media and Morality" 2025
  • ACRL Conference "Democratizing Knowledge, Access, and Opportunities" 2025
  • Practical Ethics for Librarians: Navigating Generative AI Thoughtfully


Timeline

Learning Strategist

Center for Disability Resources, Syracuse University
08.2024 - 12.2024

Archives Intern

Erie Canal Museum
05.2024 - Current

Creative Digital Project Intern

Library of Congress
05.2024 - 08.2024

Digitization Intern

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
02.2024 - 04.2024

M.S. - Library and Information Science

Syracuse University
10.2023 - 05.2025

Financial Representative

Fidelity Investments
02.2019 - 08.2020

B.A. - Art History

Oakland University
Alexis BohlanderLibrary And Information Science Professional