Our Team
UHD Knowledge and Library Service team are on hand for any questions you might have. Look at our topic pages with up to date information on you subject area, request articles, books, bulletins and evidence searches, book onto training sessions and access all of our online resources.
Meet Our Team
Sam Thomas
I have a clinical healthcare background, having trained and worked as an Orthoptist in the NHS prior to moving into a career in librarianship in 2017. I have a professional interest in Artificial Intelligence and related technologies in Libraries, and I am an IFLA Artificial Intelligence Special Interest Group Committee Member.
I enjoy drumming, craft beer and supporting Weymouth FC.
Barb Peirce
I am also one of the leads for the Library Management System for the region.
I enjoy helping on Brownsea Island, baking and walking, I dislike coriander and tea.
Liz Wright
I like cheese, pizza and wine, running (because of all the cheese, pizza and wine!), cows and holidays. I dislike tea, coffee and bad manners.
Richard Daly
I like running, wildlife, and ice hockey. I dislike dogs, cats and cardigans.
Lisa Stooks
I like holidays, music, food and spending time with family. I dislike frogs and being under water.
Emily Cieciura
I have wide-ranging experience of library and information work, mainly in higher education and the commercial sector. My current role involves conducting detailed literature searches, training library users, stock development, promoting library use, and working with the rest of the team to ensure the smooth running of UHD's libraries.
Reuben Smith
Knowledge & Evidence Support TechnicianI help provide support to the Poole Library team by covering reception, helping people with queries or requests, and assisting with any administration the team needs doing. I am also doing an apprenticeship in Library, Information & Archives Services. I like mango bubble tea, Tamagotchis, and spreadsheets. I dislike spiders and hot weather.