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I Am the iSchool is an initiative to represent the diverse community of students and alumni across the iSchool's programs. The profiles reflect some of the many distinct perspectives and experiences that enrich the school. Nominate a student or alum for an I Am the iSchool profile.

Students

Jordan Fennick
Jordan Fennick, MSIM student: "I’m drawn to solving complex problems, especially where technology and human experience meet. Knowing how to capture and use information to make smarter decisions, create strategic...
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Susan Acharya
Susan Acharya, MSIM student: "I want the work I do with information to be honest, powerful and worthy, especially for young Nepali and brown girls who might be wondering if they belong in tech."
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Lomash Sharma
Lomash Sharma, Informatics student: "The Informatics program at the iSchool felt like a natural fit, offering a blend of technical skill-building and social impact."
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Ndeye Diop
Ndeye Diop, Informatics student: "I came to the iSchool because I wanted to explore how information systems can be used to empower communities like the one I’m from."
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Kelly Horak
Kelly Horak, Informatics student: "The ever-evolving nature of the information field excites me most, as it offers endless opportunities to bridge gaps and amplify voices that might otherwise go unheard."
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Soham De
Soham De, Ph.D. student: "The opportunity to dive into research head-first has been the most valuable learning experience for me."
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Alumni

Aaron Black
Aaron Black, MLIS alum: "One of my favorite aspects of my field is the balance it offers between work and life, while still fueling my intellectual curiosity. I love that I can continuously explore new ideas, conduct...
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Eric Chapman
Eric Chapman, Law Librarianship MLIS alum: "My job is to learn. As a court librarian, I am constantly researching new and nuanced areas of law."
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Stephanie Grace
Stephanie Grace, Law Librarianship MLIS alum: "It took a supportive network and a lot of self-reflection, but I finally internalized that I not only belong here, but that my unconventional path actually enriched what I...
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Gemma Sung
Gemma Sung, MSIM '23: "Don’t be afraid to be the first one to reach out or to raise your hand."
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Parth Oza
Parth Oza, MSIM alum: "Motivated by my experiences and the desire to make a greater impact, I decided to pursue further education at the Information School. I was excited to learn from esteemed faculty, collaborate with...
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Meadow Rodriguez
Meadow Rodriguez Jr., MSIM '16: "What's really nice is that my passion for helping people works out well in my profession."
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25 years in, Information School is more essential than ever

Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Twenty-five years ago, there were no smartphones or social media. Most of us had dial-up internet. We went to Blockbuster when we wanted to rent movies and read newspapers when we wanted to stay informed. Artificial intelligence was the...
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A photo of Cynthia Leitich Smith and images of two of her books, "Jingle Dancer" and "Sisters of the Neversea."

Cynthia Leitich Smith to share insights on Indigenous stories

Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Children's and young adult book author Cynthia Leitich Smith writes stories that center Indigenous youth as heroes. Her storytelling draws inspiration from moments and experiences she’s had in her own life.“I didn't really think of it...
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Level-Up Your LinkedIn

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4:30-5:30PM

IUGA Fall 2025 Town Hall

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Oct 23
 
1:00-2:00PM

Informatics Group Advising: Graduation Application Process Explained

MGH 430
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5:30-6:30PM

MLIS Career Exploration through Professional Associations

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