Louise Masson
@louiselib.bsky.social
Faculty Engagement Librarian @ Newcastle University & Development Manager at ALN. Passions = libraries, theatre, music, Toon related stuff, being a mam to Isla & Robbie. Personal account
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Book now for our next event - Holistic, tailored, and meaningful: Reimagining skills development. Wednesday 2nd December 2.00-4.00pm. my.cilip.org.uk/events-calen...
September 24, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Book now for our next event - Holistic, tailored, and meaningful: Reimagining skills development. Wednesday 2nd December 2.00-4.00pm. my.cilip.org.uk/events-calen...
We are up and running for our annual #ALN26 conference. Keynote speaker done and now moving onto talks from folks in libraries across the world this time!
June 24, 2026 at 11:48 AM
We are up and running for our annual #ALN26 conference. Keynote speaker done and now moving onto talks from folks in libraries across the world this time!
Project Coordinator - Education Outreach vacancy at Newcastle University Library Salary: £32,080 to £33,002 with progression to £34,610 per annum Fixed Term until 31/12/2027 jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
May 20, 2026 at 7:53 AM
Project Coordinator - Education Outreach vacancy at Newcastle University Library Salary: £32,080 to £33,002 with progression to £34,610 per annum Fixed Term until 31/12/2027 jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
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Registration for this year's CILIP North East 'Beyond the Horizon' conference closes on the 11th May. For more information, and to register, please visit: www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...
April 29, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Registration for this year's CILIP North East 'Beyond the Horizon' conference closes on the 11th May. For more information, and to register, please visit: www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...
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That's a drill, but this is not a drill! If you want to apply for one of our sponsored places for #ALN26 then the deadline is Wednesday! Please get your applications in by 29th April- details at academiclibrariesnorth.ac.uk/conference/a...
April 27, 2026 at 11:24 AM
That's a drill, but this is not a drill! If you want to apply for one of our sponsored places for #ALN26 then the deadline is Wednesday! Please get your applications in by 29th April- details at academiclibrariesnorth.ac.uk/conference/a...
Hugely excited to say bookings are open
We are excited to announce that early bird registration is now open for ALN Conference 2026! To register go to www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/academic-l... #ALN26
March 23, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Hugely excited to say bookings are open
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📢 We're thrilled to announce Stephen Pinfield @stephenpinfield.bsky.social as our Keynote for the online day of #ALN26
January 19, 2026 at 2:44 PM
📢 We're thrilled to announce Stephen Pinfield @stephenpinfield.bsky.social as our Keynote for the online day of #ALN26
Hurrah, received the good news I've been awarded the Advance HE Senior Fellowship (SFHEA) -an upgrade from my existing Associate status. So lovely to hear the comments from my references aswell as the assessors; pleased I eventually found the time to write it up and get it submitted.
December 3, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Hurrah, received the good news I've been awarded the Advance HE Senior Fellowship (SFHEA) -an upgrade from my existing Associate status. So lovely to hear the comments from my references aswell as the assessors; pleased I eventually found the time to write it up and get it submitted.
9am lecture on researching companies and a 60% student turnout; always surprised by those from the Business School
November 26, 2025 at 10:24 AM
9am lecture on researching companies and a 60% student turnout; always surprised by those from the Business School
Digital Preservation Project Officer vacancy at Newcastle University Library. Full Time. £31,236 to £32,080 with progression to £34,610 per annum jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
Digital Preservation Project Officer
Digital Preservation Project Officer
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November 25, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Digital Preservation Project Officer vacancy at Newcastle University Library. Full Time. £31,236 to £32,080 with progression to £34,610 per annum jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
Assistant Librarian vacancy at Newcastle University library. £35,608.00 - £46,049.00 per annum (3 days) jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
Assistant Librarian
Assistant Librarian
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November 25, 2025 at 9:10 AM
Assistant Librarian vacancy at Newcastle University library. £35,608.00 - £46,049.00 per annum (3 days) jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
I’m happy to share that I’ve started a new position as Development Manager at ALN! Working alongside my academic liaison role at Newcastle Uni. I'm so pleased; an opportunity to help others share good practice, learn from each other and make connections between library staff (all the things I love!)
November 25, 2025 at 9:09 AM
I’m happy to share that I’ve started a new position as Development Manager at ALN! Working alongside my academic liaison role at Newcastle Uni. I'm so pleased; an opportunity to help others share good practice, learn from each other and make connections between library staff (all the things I love!)
Doing that thing where I'm defrosting something where I'm hoping its pasta sauce but I'm not entirely convinced
November 11, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Doing that thing where I'm defrosting something where I'm hoping its pasta sauce but I'm not entirely convinced
Organising an induction programme for a new member of the Liaison team; so many fab things to learn (must be careful not to overwhelm her)
November 11, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Organising an induction programme for a new member of the Liaison team; so many fab things to learn (must be careful not to overwhelm her)
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Join CILIP North East on 27th November for a visit to the Northern Poetry Library in Morpeth, where the Librarian will give a talk on the Library’s history and a showcase of some special items from the collection. Book your place now! www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...
November 11, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Join CILIP North East on 27th November for a visit to the Northern Poetry Library in Morpeth, where the Librarian will give a talk on the Library’s history and a showcase of some special items from the collection. Book your place now! www.cilip.org.uk/events/Event...
Senior Liaison Assistant permanent post available in my team jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
Senior Library Assistant
Senior Library Assistant
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July 1, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Senior Liaison Assistant permanent post available in my team jobs.ncl.ac.uk/job/Newcastl...
A joy to attend to separate sports days and a choir/cello concert for the kids this week. Lots of smiles and encouragement between the kids made my heart soar
June 18, 2025 at 5:11 PM
A joy to attend to separate sports days and a choir/cello concert for the kids this week. Lots of smiles and encouragement between the kids made my heart soar
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What is common knowledge in your field, but shocks outsiders?
Those journal articles, ebooks, bits of data you found? The uni library paid hundreds of thousands, perhaps even millions for all that, depending on size of uni. Then we hooked it all up mostly seamlessly so you didn't notice.
Those journal articles, ebooks, bits of data you found? The uni library paid hundreds of thousands, perhaps even millions for all that, depending on size of uni. Then we hooked it all up mostly seamlessly so you didn't notice.
What's common knowledge in your field, but shocks outsiders?
No, I do not hand-knit to-order (but if I did, you wouldn't be able to afford it) but I can teach you how to knit that garment (but I expect to be paid).
No, I do not hand-knit to-order (but if I did, you wouldn't be able to afford it) but I can teach you how to knit that garment (but I expect to be paid).
What is common knowledge in your field, but shocks outsiders?
Unless you seek it out, most professors don't learn how to teach. It's not part of the job requirements. The idea is that you're an expert in your field and that's Enough.
Unless you seek it out, most professors don't learn how to teach. It's not part of the job requirements. The idea is that you're an expert in your field and that's Enough.
June 17, 2025 at 7:56 AM
What is common knowledge in your field, but shocks outsiders?
Those journal articles, ebooks, bits of data you found? The uni library paid hundreds of thousands, perhaps even millions for all that, depending on size of uni. Then we hooked it all up mostly seamlessly so you didn't notice.
Those journal articles, ebooks, bits of data you found? The uni library paid hundreds of thousands, perhaps even millions for all that, depending on size of uni. Then we hooked it all up mostly seamlessly so you didn't notice.
As we head towards the 31st of July my inbox is inundated with leaving drinks and presentation invitations. Latest round of voluntary severance has been tough
June 12, 2025 at 7:34 PM
As we head towards the 31st of July my inbox is inundated with leaving drinks and presentation invitations. Latest round of voluntary severance has been tough
Super pleased for members of my team receiving some fab feedback at today's ALN event and our embedded information literacy sessions with Faculty
June 11, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Super pleased for members of my team receiving some fab feedback at today's ALN event and our embedded information literacy sessions with Faculty
Wow! Been at work for 4 hours today and already feels like I've put a hell of a shift in. Team brought up to speed with staffing changes in light of voluntary severance. Tough tough tough tough
June 11, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Wow! Been at work for 4 hours today and already feels like I've put a hell of a shift in. Team brought up to speed with staffing changes in light of voluntary severance. Tough tough tough tough
Been to the Metrocentre as daughter couldn't possibly keep her birthday money any longer and it needed to be spent
June 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Been to the Metrocentre as daughter couldn't possibly keep her birthday money any longer and it needed to be spent
My daughter has been to the cinema with her boyfriend. She's 9 and growing up quickly
May 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
My daughter has been to the cinema with her boyfriend. She's 9 and growing up quickly
Back from a very sweaty zumba session and a less sweaty yoga session
May 20, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Back from a very sweaty zumba session and a less sweaty yoga session
Final speaker Personal Brand for Library, Information, and Knowledge Professionals. June Huang - Knowledge & Information Professional, ELLN Pro #cilipne
May 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Final speaker Personal Brand for Library, Information, and Knowledge Professionals. June Huang - Knowledge & Information Professional, ELLN Pro #cilipne