digital Initiatives librarian

The J.Willard Marriott Library, The University of Utah

As the Digital Initiatives Librarian, I fulfill metadata creation and remediation for digital library materials. I create digital library exhibits highlighting library collections, as well as host trainings for Special Collection and Digital Library Services. I maintain the library’s digital collections, prioritizing AV materials!

I conduct and support research output for the university, serving on the University Research Committee, and I’ve authored articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as The Journal of Library Metadata and The American Archivist.

reasearch

  • Kohler, C., McBride, B., Neatrour, A., et al. (2026) “Reimagining Audio-Visual Accessibility and Discoverability with AI Tools” The Journal of Library Metadata

  • Breiman, J., Wittmann, R., Kohler C., (2027) “The State of Digital Collection Development: Bridging Literature, Practice, and Policy” The American Archivist

  • Muñoz, Ed A., Neatrour, A., López, N., Kohler, C., et al. (2026) “Wasatch Front Latinidades: Digital Humanities Responding to Archival Silence” National Association for Chicana and Chicano Studies

service

  • University of Utah Research Committee (2025-2028)

  • Image of Research 2026 (Judge)

  • Alison Regan Library Thesis Awards (Judge)

  • Utah Library Association - Archives, Manuscripts, and Special Collections Roundtable Chair (2021-2022)

    • Vice Chair (2020-2021)

creative projects

Exhibitions: