Interviewed by Prof. Monica Berger
The Ursula C. Schwerin Library is pleased to introduce its newest faculty member, Prof. Kimberley Bugg.
What is your academic and library background?
I have an undergraduate degree in Communication and a second masters degree in Liberal Arts. I have worked at a variety of university and college libraries including the Atlanta University Center and Villanova.
What made you want to become a librarian? Was there any event or person that influenced you?
I decided to become a librarian after I realized that practicing law wasn’t for me. I was working on an internship for the Fulton County (GA) court system and I just wasn’t that interested in the trial aspect of it but I enjoyed the trial prep, researching, etc. And the attorney I was working with suggested that I try librarianship. She said she thought I might enjoy it.
What will you be doing at City Tech Library?
At City Tech I will teach the LIB1201 course, provide library instruction, and general reference.
What were your first impressions of life at City Tech? Were there any surprises?
My first impression of City Tech, was, wow, they fit a lot of people in one place. I was surprised how vibrant the library is. It’s a really active campus hub.
What are your goals for the next few years as a librarian?
My goals for the next few years are to really immerse myself into the City Tech culture and try to make meaningful contributions to student social and academic success.
Do you have a favorite subject of study or a favorite author (or both)?
My interests are vary interdisciplinary, so I tend to like all subjects except for math. With the exception of accounting, I can’t really find deep engagement for mathematics. My favorite author is Pearl Cleage–I have always found her to be radical, futuristic, and feminist.
What book (or other source) would you recommend to others from City Tech Library’s collection, and why?
I would recommend reading The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer by Siddhartha Mukherjee. It is one of the most profound books I have read in my lifetime. Its takes you on a time travel of cancer explaining the nuances in great detail but simple enough for anyone to understand. It really does a good job of putting the disease in a perspective that you can handle.
What do you like to do outside of work?
Outside of work, I really enjoy visiting the latest museum exhibit, finding new spots to eat, and going to yoga. Mind. Body. Soul.
