Sharon Eliason, Mlis
About Sharon Eliason, Mlis
Sharon Eliason is a Law Librarian with a diverse educational background, holding a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from San Jose State University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Saint Xavier University. She has worked in various roles, including administrative support and veterinary assistance, and currently manages library operations at Gunderson Dettmer LLP.
Work at Gunderson Dettmer
Sharon Eliason has been serving as a Law Librarian at Gunderson Dettmer since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for cataloging both digital and print publications. She manages vendor contracts and tracks Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) registration and event coordination. Additionally, she monitors expenses and oversees library subscriptions. Her duties also include coordinating document retrieval and interlibrary loans, ensuring efficient access to legal resources.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Eliason holds a Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) from San Jose State University, where she studied Digital Curation and Digital Services from 2017 to 2018. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Saint Xavier University, studying from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, she obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant from Carrington College, completing her studies from 2013 to 2015. She also studied Anthropology at Illinois State University from 2001 to 2003.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position, Sharon Eliason worked as an Administrative Support Coordinator at San Jose State University from 2016 to 2018. She also served as a Veterinary Assistant at VCA Animal Hospitals in the San Francisco Bay Area from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she gained experience as a Student Volunteer at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum in 2018 and completed an internship at the BUSY BEAVER BUTTON MUSEUM for four months in the Greater Chicago Area.
Volunteer and Internship Experience
Sharon Eliason has engaged in various volunteer and internship roles that complement her professional experience. In 2018, she volunteered at the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum for one month in the San Francisco Bay Area. She also completed a four-month internship at the BUSY BEAVER BUTTON MUSEUM in the Greater Chicago Area. These experiences have contributed to her diverse skill set and understanding of library and information science.