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Greetings,

My name is Ashantā. My major is Library and Information Science. I have a semester to go and I can earn my degree and pursue a career as a librarian. I currently work at the Chicago Public Library and I have been employed with the City of Chicago for 17 years. I started out volunteering at the library when I was sixteen years old and was eventually recommended for hire. One reason I love working in the library is because the environment is so peaceful, and It was a safe haven for me as a young adult. Another reason I enjoy working in the library is because the job allows me to do what I’m great at and that’s helping others. I am very passionate about my work, I’m ambitious, driven and highly organized. I think a unique characteristic that I possess is determination and persistence. Furthermore, I love reading or listening to a good book in my spare time, traveling the world, and spending time with my family and friends. Most importantly, I am a mother of a thirteen-year old girl named Aniyah who happens to be my whole world. 

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  1. NMZumpanoJanuary 20, 2020 at 9:30 AM

    Great to "meet" you Ashanta. Thanks for the introduction. Do you use other social media besides Facebook?

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  2. SuzanneJanuary 20, 2020 at 7:02 PM

    Hi Ashanta,

    I think there would be many exciting opportunities at a large public library system such as Chicago. It is great that you are already established there. Do you plan to work in adult or youth services?

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