Traci Emerson Spackey
About Traci Emerson Spackey
Traci Emerson Spackey is a Law Librarian at The George Washington University, specializing in integrating foreign language skills into legal research. She has a diverse background in legal research and education, having worked in various roles including positions at the United Nations and several law libraries.
Current Role as Law Librarian at The George Washington University
Traci Emerson Spackey has been serving as a Law Librarian at The George Washington University since 2019. In this role, she assists a diverse group of researchers, including law students and professors, in locating necessary resources. She specializes in addressing a wide range of research issues and complex inquiries, particularly in the areas of foreign and international law.
Previous Experience at United Nations
Traci Emerson Spackey worked as a Directed Fieldwork Intern at the United Nations' Dag Hammarskjöld Library in 2019. This internship lasted for one month and took place in the Greater New York City Area. During this time, she gained valuable experience in international legal research and library services.
Background in Education
Traci Emerson Spackey holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Portland State University, which she completed from 2003 to 2006. She also earned a Juris Doctor from the University of St. Thomas School of Law, studying from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she obtained a Master's degree from the University of Washington Information School between 2018 and 2019.
Experience in Legal Research and Teaching
Prior to her current position, Traci Emerson Spackey worked as a Research Assistant at the University of St. Thomas School of Law Schoenecker Law Library from 2015 to 2016. She also served as a Substitute Teacher at the Anchorage School District for seven months in 2009 to 2010. Her diverse experiences contribute to her expertise in integrating foreign language skills into legal research work.
Internship at Gallagher Law Library
Traci Emerson Spackey interned at Gallagher Law Library from 2018 to 2019 for nine months. This position provided her with practical experience in law library operations and further developed her skills in legal research.