Elizabeth Fenner

Elizabeth Fenner

Adjunct Instructor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Elementary School Library Aide | Climate Advocate | Grad student

  • Education

    • University of Virginia

      1991 - 1993
      Master of Arts (M.A.) American Literature (United States)
    • University of California, Davis

      1983 - 1987
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) English Literature
    • San Jose State University

      2020 - 2023
      Master of Library & Information Science - MLIS Library and Information Science
    • University of California, Davis

      1983 - 1987
      Bachelor of Arts - BA English Language and Literature, General
  • Experience

    • Seattle Central College

      Sept 1994 - Apr 1997
      Adjunct Instructor

      Planned and taught English composition courses, from remedial to advanced research writing.

    • El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument

      Jan 2011 - Apr 2013
      Museum Guide

      Greeted and welcomed visitors to El Pueblo, provided visitors support and information regarding the five separate museums of El Pueblo Monument; followed LA City policies and procedures.

    • Las Angelitas del Pueblo

      Apr 2013 - Dec 2017
      Docent, Tour Scheduler, President of the Board

      Manage scheduling for 50+ volunteer docents,Help coordinate tours of the Plaza, matching tour groups to docents, communicating with group leaders and managing special scheduling, Attend monthly board meetings,Provide refreshments and other support to docents.In 2013, completed overhaul and update of Angelitas website using Wordpress.In 2013, updated docent scheduling, developed online scheduling.

    • Citizens' Climate Lobby

      Jan 2014 - Dec 2021
      State Coordinator

      Working closely with regional coordinator and a state team, provided support for and facilitated coordination among groups and volunteers in 99 chapters across California. Advanced organization's national goals as well as facilitated state, regional and local actions, such as call-in and write-in campaigns, volunteer education, and tabling and presenting at events and conferences.

    • FIDM

      Sept 2015 - Apr 2021
      Adjunct Instructor

      Teaching English Composition, Developmental Writing, Effective Speaking

    • Wichita Public Library

      Aug 2022 - Apr 2023
      Clerk 1B

      Assisted in all aspects of library service, especially assisting patrons at circulation desk, checking books in and out, providing information and computer assistance, processing library cards, and locating materials; organized book resources such as shelving and shelf-reading, collection maintenance and book repair; maintained healthy, well-ordered environment by cleaning, organizing and sanitizing all workspaces.

    • Citizens' Climate Lobby

      Jan 2023 - now
      Congressional Liaison

      Act as main point of contact for meetings and communication with the member of congress and their office, developing a cordial, two-way relationship that emphasizes common purpose and the value of taking action on climate change. Coordinates lobby meetings with volunteers and constituents, conducts research, and updates office and organization regarding district progress on renewable goals and political will for climate legislation, especially carbon pricing.

    • Santana Sailing

      Oct 2023 - May 2024
      Sailing Program Coordinator
    • Los Angeles Unified School District

      Feb 2024 - now
      Library Aide
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Copy Editor

      Issued by West Adams Heritage Assn on Nov 2007
      West Adams Heritage AssnAssociated with Elizabeth Fenner
    • Gardening Volunteer

      Issued by Washington Irving Public Library on Aug 2016
      Washington Irving Public LibraryAssociated with Elizabeth Fenner
    • Service Associate

      Issued by First Unitarian Universalist Church of Los Angeles on Jun 2017
      First Unitarian Universalist Church of Los AngelesAssociated with Elizabeth Fenner
    • California Coordinator

      Issued by Citizens'​ Climate Lobby on Feb 2015
      Citizens'​ Climate LobbyAssociated with Elizabeth Fenner