Earl Givens Jr. is the Library Director at Catawba College Library. Always on the cutting edge of technology, he is involved in library projects that push the envelope in academic libraries. He is committed to transforming the face of the library by integrating traditional library practices with contemporary technology. Earl recieved his M.L.S. from Emporia State University with an emphasis in library technology. Outside of the library Earl is a freelance web designer, leadership and development trainer for nonprofit organisations. He enjoys playing golf, boxing, jazz piano, and family.