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About the Library

Harrisburg University Library staff, hours, policies, news, and more.

Library Staff Members

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Christine Bombaro, University Librarian
M.L.S., Drexel University; B.A., Dickinson College

cbombaro@harrisburgu.edu

Office Location: Academic Tower, Library, Second Floor, Room 211

Chris is an award-winning librarian with decades of experience in all aspects of academic library management. She is co-editor of The Reference Librarian, and has authored/edited three books and numerous articles and presentations on issues related to academic librarianship, history, and education. She is also a consulting librarian on digital projects of historical significance. 

 

Kaitlyn Search, Acquisitions Technician
B.S., Penn State University
ksearch@harrisburgu.edu

Office Location: Academic Tower, Library, Second Floor, Room 220B

Kaitlyn is an experienced cataloger and circulation manager focused on good experiences for library patrons. She has a bachelor's degree in secondary education and is pursuing a master's degree in library sciences.

Kristin Douglas, Instruction Librarian
M.Ed., Mansfield University; M.Ed., Millersville University; B.S., Millersville University
kdouglas@harrisburgu.edu

Office Location: Academic Tower, Library, Second Floor, Room 220A

Kristin is a dedicated educator with decades of experience fostering learning and growth across diverse educational environments. With a background that spans elementary and high school teaching, as well as digital librarian roles, she brings a unique perspective on information literacy and resource management. Kristin also serves as a Scan PA Liaison for HSLC, supporting libraries across Central and Eastern Pennsylvania. She enjoys traveling anywhere with blue water, gardening, reading, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family and her dog, Willow.