Marisa brings her unique background in library science and cross-cultural collaboration to SolarSPELL to help bridge information gaps and enhance digital accessibility. Her decade-plus of practical experience in non-profit organizations, public libraries, and digital global collections has shaped her perspective on the importance of accessible information, and she enjoys using her Spanish-language skills to reach diverse audiences. A graduate of both Miami University and Kent State University, Marisa is passionate about advancing literacy and education through innovative library services and is an enthusiastic proponent for equitable access to information resources for all–online and off.
Education
Masters of Library and Information Science, Kent State University, 2021
B.A. Professional Writing, Miami University, 2017
Work History
OverDrive, Digital Content Librarian, 2021 - 2025
Lakewood Public Library, Adult Services Librarian, 2018 - 2021
Human Rights Initiative of North Texas, Marketing & Special Events Coordinator, 2017 - 2018