WHO AM I?

I am a dedicated Librarian and Project Coordinator based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, with nearly a decade of experience in academic librarianship and instructional design. My career is driven by a central mission: bridging the gap between complex information systems and community accessibility.

Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Information at Dalhousie University, where my research investigates the ethical landscape of Artificial Intelligence. Specifically, I am focused on AI transparency and how emerging technologies impact (or exclude) the Deaf community. My work seeks to ensure that as our digital world evolves, it remains inclusive by design rather than as an afterthought.

Throughout my professional journey—from the stacks of the Patrick Power Library to the halls of Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C.—I have specialized in collection development, information literacy, and bilingual instruction (ASL/English).

What I do:

• Research & Advocacy: Analyzing federal AI ethics and accessibility through a "Deaf lens."

• Program Leadership: Coordinating the Deaf Interpreter Program at NSCC and managing complex, multi-stakeholder academic projects.

• Instructional Design: Creating accessible learning environments for diverse students, ensuring information literacy is attainable for everyone.

• Translation & Interpretation: Providing professional ASL-English interpretation and culturally nuanced linguistic support.

When I’m not researching at Dalhousie or managing projects at NSCC, I am active in the professional library and interpreting communities, advocating for a more equitable information future.