About Me

Hi!  Thank you for taking the time to get to know me a little better.  Here are some salient points regarding my career and professional development.

Education:
1992: B.A. Philosophy and Liberal Studies/Humanities, Northwest Nazarene University
2006: M.S. Library and Information Science, University of North Texas
2018: M.A. Educational Technology, Boise State University, with a Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching
2022-present: Ph.D. student, Educational Leadership, Northwest Nazarene University

Professional Development:
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer +Internet, Microsoft  Certified Professional, A+ Computer Certification, Customer Service Seminar.
2010: Pacific Northwest Library Association LEADS leadership development institute.
Numerous conferences on library services focusing on interlibrary loan and service to remotely located library users.

Professional Memberships:
Idaho Library Association (President, 2022-2024)
American Library Association

I am also an avid runner and hiker.  I usually run several races a year from 10Ks to full marathons in the Pacific Northwest.  We have lots of sunny days in Southwestern Idaho and it would be a shame to waste them!

This short video will give you a glimpse into what drives me and makes me the uniquely talented person that I am.  Enjoy!
-Lance