Nell German
About Nell German
Nell German is a Public Services Librarian specializing in juvenile services at The Indianapolis Public Library, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background, transitioning from a career in law to focus on her passion for libraries, and has experience in both public libraries and school media centers since 2012.
Work at Indianapolis Public Library
Nell German serves as the Public Services Librarian (Juvenile) at The Indianapolis Public Library. She has held this position since 2022, focusing on engaging with children of all ages. Her role involves providing library services tailored to the needs of young patrons, fostering a love for reading and learning.
Education and Expertise
Nell German earned her Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, studying from 2011 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Economics from the same university, completed between 1989 and 1991. Additionally, she obtained a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she studied from 1992 to 1995.
Background
Nell German has a diverse professional background, transitioning from civil litigation to library services. She worked as an Associate Attorney at Cassidy & Mueller in Peoria, Illinois, from 2004 to 2010. Her experience in education includes serving as a Substitute Teacher at Coweta Public Schools from 2019 to 2020 and as a Youth Services Supervisor at Clayton County Library System from 2020 to 2021.
Achievements
Nell German has accumulated experience in both public libraries and school media centers since 2012. Her work emphasizes engaging children in library programs and services, reflecting her commitment to fostering literacy and learning in youth. She also maintains a personal website that showcases her work and contributions as a librarian.