Corinne Petro
About Corinne Petro
Corinne Petro is a Reference Specialist at The George Washington University, where she provides reference and referral services to faculty, students, and alumni. She holds a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from San Jose State University and has a diverse background in education and administrative roles.
Work at The George Washington University
Corinne Petro serves as a Reference Specialist at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she provides reference and referral services to faculty, students, and alumni through various channels, including in-person consultations, telephone inquiries, and chat support. She also manages the reference desk during evening and weekend hours at the Himmelfarb Library, ensuring accessibility to library resources.
Education and Expertise
Corinne Petro earned a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from San Jose State University, completing her studies from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy and Women & Gender Studies from Colorado State University, where she studied from 2015 to 2019. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in library sciences and critical thinking.
Professional Background
Corinne has a diverse professional background in educational and administrative roles. Before her current position, she worked as an Administrative Assistant and Part-Time Teacher at the Russian School of Mathematics for six months in 2021. She also served as an Office Manager at Commonwealth Psychological Associates, PLC, and as a Tutor at Novastar Prep, both in 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held a Parent Liaison position at Child Care Aware of America in 2021.
Previous Experience at Colorado State University
Corinne Petro gained valuable experience at Colorado State University, where she held multiple positions. She worked as a Student Administrative Assistant in the President’s Office from 2017 to 2018, and as a Writing Consultant from 2018 to 2019. She also served as a Student Teaching Assistant in 2016. These roles contributed to her skills in administration, writing support, and educational assistance.
Current Role as Academic Coach
In addition to her role at The George Washington University, Corinne Petro is also an Academic Coach at Educational Connections, a position she has held since 2021. In this capacity, she supports students in their academic endeavors, providing guidance and resources to enhance their learning experiences.