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Amanda Choi serves as a Lecturer at San José State University's School of Information, specializing in Library and Information Science. She is also a librarian at Diablo Valley College in the San Francisco Bay Area where she teaches for the DVC Library Technology Program as an Adjunct Instructor since 2017.
- M.L.I.S., San José State University (2012)
- M.A. (English), University of New Mexico (2007)
- B.A. (Psychology), Johns Hopkins University (2001)
Choi's research focuses on children's services, information literacy instruction, and storytelling within academic library contexts. Her work bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application in library settings, particularly emphasizing early literacy initiatives and youth services. She brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her teaching and practice, informed by her background in psychology and English literature.
Her publication record, though limited in the available information, demonstrates a focus on professional practice and empathy in library services. Her 2022 article on kindness as professional practice examines how empathy and strength-based assumptions can enhance reference desk interactions in community college libraries, reflecting her commitment to human-centered library services.
Choi teaches INFO 281 - Seminar in Contemporary Issues with a focus on Early Literacy Storytime, bringing her expertise in children's services to SJSU students. Her course likely emphasizes practical storytelling techniques and early literacy programming for future information professionals.
Professionally, Choi maintains active roles across multiple library institutions, demonstrating her commitment to both academic instruction and practical library work. Her career trajectory shows consistent engagement with educational institutions and public libraries in the California region.
