Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS

Researching the uses of narrative & the development of multiple literacies cultivated through self-directed learning experiences. Expert in comics & int'l libs.

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Tonight we celebrated all the faculty promotions across UNT. Thank you to everyone, especially my husband, for making my promotion and tenure possible!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Denton "Lil D" Storytelling Guild will be performing every Saturday of October from 7:30 to 8:30 in the foam graveyard. I will be performing with my colleagues on the 4th and the 18th, but come any Saturday for some family fun with spooky tales!
https://t.co/2eJhiulP17

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Yesterday I attended a full-day #WLIC2025 pre-conference on expanding access to digital literacy. Speakers from diverse locations provided intellectual content while our hosts at the Eurasian National University Library generously offered food and music. It was a memorable day!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Arrived early to #WLIC2025 for pre-conferences. At session on AI & Bibliographic Control, heard about projects in medicine, agriculture, & cultural artifacts, a new IFLA publication for thinking about AI in libraries & an effort to overcome language barriers in research.

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Last month’s #nsnconference2025 was a valuable reminder of the rich depth and wide application of storytelling in healthcare, business, & more. I am excited to continue developing @UNTInfoScience storytelling courses into essential resources for information professionals!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

First day of #nsnconference2025 was awesome! Opening night showcase of regional storytellers was delightful. But look at today’s schedule! Activities run from 7am to 11pm, like a fan convention. So much energy here. My elder mentors are putting me to shame, as I’m already sleepy!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Two days and four states later, my lovely companions and I are almost to the National Storytelling Conference at Kennesaw State University. So excited to attend for the first time! #nsnconference2025

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

I'm officially announcing that I achieved tenure & promotion this spring. Took me 2 months to say it publicly because I'm still mentally processing making it to this milestone. I genuinely express my gratitude to each of you who has been a part of my life in some way. Thank you!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

#alaac2025 was restorative. Felt fortunate to have time with colleagues, friends, & mentors, talking about libraries & the research that can support their valuable services to communities. Also poignant to be in Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy.

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Just landed in Philadelphia for #ALAAC25. I’m most looking forward to seeing you, library friends. Let’s talk! After the last 6 months, we need the camaraderie!!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Like many of my colleagues, I have received a notice of termination of my @US_IMLS grant. I decided to write back and ask for a more detailed explanation of the decision, which I think each grantee deserves.

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

In my work as a librarian & a researcher, I have seen the ways a library can connect & strengthen a community, especially in rural areas. This shouldn’t be a political issue. IMLS is a tiny amount of the federal budget yet it makes such a difference for so many Americans.

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries.

EveryLibrary made it easy to take action today!

https://t.co/Hj4n6W7R0m via @everylibrary

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Trump is attempting to destroy federal funding for libraries.

EveryLibrary made it easy to take action today!

https://t.co/Hj4n6W7R0m via @everylibrary

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Excited for webinar tomorrow about recent Library Trends issue. Includes our article about the IMLS-funded project, Raise Up Radio, titled "Concentric Learning Communities: Educating Rural Library Staff in Principles of Collaborative Family Learning." https://t.co/zSoVmzHSPz

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

No trip to a new city is complete without a trip to an independent bookstore for comics and children’s books from local creators. Shelf Life Books is full of unique content all beautifully laid out. Plus kind and helpful #booksellers to boot! #shopsmall #shoplocal

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

I spent my first evening in Calgary at the new central library and on my last evening at Calgary, I visited the original central library. A beautifully restored and welcoming space! #publiclibraries

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Today, marked the successful defense of the first PhD student that I had the privilege to co-advise from start to finish. I still remember reading @kymizsofly application and thinking, “Yes, yes, yes! This is who we need in the professoriate!” Dr Keeton, you are a shining star!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

I must explore the nearest public library when I enter a new city. And the @calgarylibrary is incredible. The coolest part? Despite having a technology outage (no internet), the building was full of people. It is so clearly a community treasure for all ages. #publiclibrariesrock

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Just arrived in Calgary for #ASIST24! I think my hotel room view is adorably Canadian. Like they are saying, “We’re sorry you have to look at the roof of another building. So we’re gonna put down rocks in a pretty pattern to make it better.” Feels friendly already!

[Sarah A. Evans, PhD & MLIS @sarahamber]

Excited to participate in this upcoming panel at UNT. If you live locally, you are invited to attend! - "What is Comics Studies (And why do we do it)?: A Roundtable Discussion" https://t.co/0P8GBokCcn