We are pleased to announce that Jessica Kruppa has joined the UCR Library as our Metadata and Discovery Librarian. 

Jessica earned her BA in English from California Baptist University, and her MLIS from the University of Alabama. Most recently, Jessica served as the Cataloging Services Librarian for Gateway Seminary and as a Library Intern at California Baptist University. Jessica brings experience in Integrated Library Systems, discovery, institutional repositories, and cataloging practices. Prior to working in libraries, Jessica served in administrative roles for Lake Perris State Recreation Area and California Rehabilitation Center. 

When we return to campus, Jessica will be located in Metadata and Technical Services on the ground floor of Orbach Library, room G44, reporting to Manuel Urrizola, Head of Metadata and Technical Services. 

Please welcome Jessica to the library!