Lucas Hall
About Lucas Hall
Lucas Hall is a Reference and Instruction Librarian at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where he has worked since 2020. He holds degrees from Harvard University, Tufts University, and Syracuse University, with a background in theology, American studies, and library science.
Work at UMass Boston
Lucas Hall has served as a Reference and Instruction Librarian at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2020. In this role, he provides research assistance and instructional support to students and faculty. His responsibilities include developing library resources, conducting workshops, and facilitating information literacy programs. Hall's work contributes to enhancing the academic experience for the university community.
Education and Expertise
Lucas Hall holds multiple degrees in diverse fields. He earned a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from Harvard University, where he studied Theology, Lived Religion, Pastoral Care and Counseling, and Community Organizing from 2000 to 2004. He also obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in American Studies and Literature from Tufts University between 1991 and 1995. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in Library and Information Science (MSLIS) with a focus on School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist at Syracuse University in 2011.
Previous Experience in Libraries
Before joining UMass Boston, Lucas Hall worked at the Boston Public Library as a Floater Librarian from 2018 to 2019. In this capacity, he provided support across various library branches, assisting patrons with information needs. His earlier experience includes serving as a Library Teacher at Boston Green Academy from 2011 to 2016, where he integrated library resources into the curriculum and supported student learning.
Teaching Experience
Lucas Hall has a background in education, having worked as a Teacher at Fenway High School from 2004 to 2010. During his six years in this role, he engaged students in various subjects and contributed to their academic development. His experience in both teaching and library services informs his current role in supporting student learning at UMass Boston.