Get to know your Bevevino Library Librarians, Natalie, Maureen, Laura, and Brian.

Maureen Cech, MLS, MA

University Archivist

Covers humanities, political science, psychology, and education

At MU since: August 2016

Fun fact: I play a lot of video games; my favorite genre is RPGs (role-playing games) because I love stories and being rewarded for completing tasks.

Why do you like being a librarian? I like being an archivist because everything is a part of a larger story; similarly, I like being a librarian because I like finding things and helping others find what they need for their research. Helping students build their confidence doing research is awesome.

What are you reading right now? The Deep Sky by Yume Kitasei and Ridiculously Ok by YE Young

Brian Fulton

Electronic Resources Librarian

Covers business, hard sciences, computer sciences, mass comm, and social work

At MU since: November 2023.

Fun fact? I appeared on the NPR quiz show “Ask Me Another” in March 2014. I was crowned champion for the evening and was awarded a Lego sculpture by artist Nathan Sawaya.

Quote you like? “Now I know what true power feels like!” – D.W. Read holding a library card.

Why do you like being a librarian? I love being a librarian because I help people on their quest for knowledge daily.

What are you reading right now? I’m reading Between Two Fires by Christopher Buehlman, and I’m listening to The Restaurant of Lost Recipes by Hiasashi Kaskiwai.

Dr. Natalie Kulick, EdD

Director of Library Services

At MU since: September 29, 2024

Fun fact? I’m an identical twin that has identical twin boys! I am into homesteading and live on a small farmette with Nigora goats. My newest hobby is making bread with both yeast and sourdough.

Quote you like?“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” – B.B. King

Why do you like being a librarian?I love being a librarian because libraries are dynamic, ever-evolving spaces that foster learning, creativity, and community. I enjoy that no two days are ever the same, and that keeps me engaged.

What are you reading right now? Reading:Rock Bottom Girl by Lucy Score Listening to: They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

Laura Rock,

Health Sciences Librarian

Covers: Medical Imaging, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Sonography & Speech Language Pathology.

At MU since: 2013

Fun fact: Fan of all things related to the comic strip Peanuts (Charles Shultz).

Quote you like: “The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.” (unknown)

Why do you like being a librarian? I thoroughly enjoy the information privileges that come from being associated with an academic institution and knowing how to use them, as well as the satisfaction of helping others overcome perceived barriers to information.

What are you reading right now?

Pioneer Girl: The Annotated Autobiography by Laura Ingalls Wilder; Edited by Pamela Smith Hill.