Rya Fennewald

Rya Fennewald is a dedicated community librarian at Deschutes Public Library since September 2018, specializing in enrichening the adult community through resources, outreach, and various educational programs. Prior experience includes roles as Administrative Assistant at SecurityPros, Inc., Reference Librarian at Central Oregon Community College, and Copy Services and Annex Supervisor at UC Santa Barbara, where Rya engaged in a wide range of library operations, technical support, and customer service. Rya holds a Master of Library & Information Science from San Jose State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UC Santa Barbara, complemented by a minor in Professional Writing. Rya's diverse skill set and commitment to lifelong learning underscore a strong dedication to library services and community engagement.