Melissa is a Librarian at the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape. Melissa has experience working in youth corrections as a direct care staff and case manager. She also has experience working in the publishing field as a book buyer. Melissa holds a B.A. from Adams State University of Colorado, an M.S.L.S. in Library Science from Clarion University, and an M.P.S. in Instructional Design through Fort Hayes State University. She is an absolute book lover and enjoys spreading her love for books and the movement to others.
- Ene 16, 2020
- Melissa Powers
Check out three resources on human trafficking this Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
- Nov 21, 2019
- Melissa Powers
We highlight three resources focusing on Native American culture in recognition of National Native American Heritage Month.
- Oct 11, 2019
- Melissa Powers
In celebration of LGBTQ History Month, this blog covers a few resources regarding the history of the LGBTQ community.
- Jun 26, 2019
- Melissa Powers
We highlight a couple of fantastic films housed in our library collection in honor of Pride Month.
- Abr 04, 2019
- Melissa Powers
Three books about consent to check out during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
- Mar 11, 2019
- Melissa Powers
I have the honor and privilege to be one of the librarians at PCAR/NSVRC in charge of ordering books. It’s amazing to me that someone would let me in charge of the books, but they do. I find it a thrilling challenge to purchase new, unique, and quality materials for our library. Women’s history is also a fascinating subject for me. I have always enjoyed learning about those who have come before me and those who continue to work tirelessly so that I and others can have a life closer to what we deserve.
- Feb 18, 2019
- Melissa Powers
Three book recommendations to check out during Black History Month this February.
- Ene 10, 2019
- Melissa Powers
The New Year is upon us and with it may come new challenges, goals, and anticipations. As always, it is important that we take time for ourselves.
- Sep 26, 2018
- Melissa Powers
Check out these children's books to read with the kids in your lives to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
- Jun 27, 2018
- Melissa Powers
Being a child or teenager in today’s society is hard. Society dictates how they should behave, what they should like, and who they should be with. Those pressures can especially impact adolescents when they aren’t conforming or don’t want to conform to unwritten ideals about gender roles. Thankfully, there are great resources available for those working with or loving kids questioning their gender identity. The NSVRC library has some helpful titles worth checking out.