Staff Spotlight: Briauna Armedariz

Learn about Briauna Armendariz, one of our Adult Services Assistant Librarians! 

How long have you worked at the Library? 
2 Years

What do you like best about your job? 
Helping patrons find their next read, a resource, or a community connection.

What is the proudest moment in your life? 
Completing my distance education Masters program in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic & a military relocation and then being able to get two jobs in the field.

What is the most important thing you have learned in the last five years? 
The ability to adapt & use the resources I have available to overcome changes or obstacles is critical to being successful.

Three words that best describe you: 

• Organized 
• Thoughtful 
• Funny

If you could witness any historical event, what would you want to see? 
The decision handed down for Roe v. Wade on January 22, 1973.

Favorite book quote? 
"I'm not going to tell you to get over it. But you have to get through it. Just for now." War Storm by Victoria Aveyard

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten? 
An MRE (meal ready to eat)

What is your favorite thing to do in Temple? 
Enjoy some pizza & drinks at Treno's

You are happiest when? 
Reading a book, preferably during a fall thunderstorm with some lo-fi music playing and a candle lit