Expertise:
Community outreach; Collection development; Local history
Major Product/SVS:
Books; Media; Workshops; Lectures
Hobbies/Sports:
Local history; Reading; Spending time with her cat
Education Degrees:
Master of Arts in Classical Civilization, Harvard (1995); Master of Arts in Library Science, Simmons College (1984); Bachelors of Arts, History, Boston College (1983)
Affiliations Awards:
Board Member, Medford Historical Society
Industry:
Library Management
Date of Distinction:
2/6/2012
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
She is separated by her personality, love for life and history, and she liking what she does.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
The highlight of her career was the two books she has written.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
She would like to be remembered as somebody who accomplished good things and was kind about it.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Intolerance
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Alexander the Great, because he was very interesting and she would like to see what he was all about.
Charity:
Medford Historical Society
Number Of Years In Profession:
27
Number Of Years In Current Position:
18
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to choosing the right profession for her temperament.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she always liked the library, had a job shelving books at 17, and felt it was the right fit for her.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Kerr has written two books for the Medford Historical Society: "Medford in the Victorian Era" and "Glimpses of Medford."
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Ordering books and materials; Overseeing programming bookings, newsletters, website updates; Serving on each of the public reference desks throughout the day; Organizing lectures; Local history; Technical services
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Kerr intends to improve the technology used at the library.