Rhonda Kauffman
Metadata Management Librarian
Location
Homer Babbidge Library
As metadata management librarian, Rhonda Kauffman manages metadata necessary for the discovery, access, and stewardship of UConn Library collections. Previously, she worked as metadata librarian at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and metadata/catalog librarian at Lehigh University. Her research interests include diversity, equity, and inclusion in library collections and technical services; and zine librarianship. Rhonda is the co-founder and curator of the Liberated Zine Zone, UConn's first circulating zine collection.
Publications:
- Henry, T., Kauffman, R., & Chiu, A. (2022). The Old and the Prudish: An Examination of Sex, Sexuality, and Queerness in Library of Congress Classification. Published Works. UConn Library Publication (Digital Commons)
- Kauffman, R. Y., & Anderson, M. S. (2020). Diversity, inclusion, and social justice in library technical services. In S. Marien (Ed.), Technical Services: Adapting to the Changing Environment (pp. 213–236). Purdue University Press. UConn Library Publication Item 67 (Digital Commons)
- Freedman, J., & Kauffman, R. (2013). Cutter & Paste: A DIY Guide for Catalogers Who Don’t Know About Zines and Zine Librarians Who Don’t Know About Cataloging. In M. Morrone (Ed.), Informed Agitation: Library and Information Skills in Social Justice Movements and Beyond (pp. 221–245). Library Juice Press. Columbia University Academic Commons – Item 171812
Areas of Expertise
- Cataloging
- Metadata
- Zines
Research Guides