Mia D'Avanza

Mia D'Avanza is an experienced library professional currently serving as the Director of the Fisher Fine Arts Library at the University of Pennsylvania, where responsibilities include managing operations and leading collection development efforts. Previously, Mia held the position of Assistant Director at the same library, focusing on instruction and outreach related to the History of Art department and the Stuart Weitzman School of Design. Additional experience includes roles such as Program Coordinator for the Penn Program in Environmental Humanities, Head of Circulation at the New York Society Library, and Exhibitions Coordinator & Reference Librarian at The New York Botanical Garden. Education credentials encompass a Master of Library & Information Science and a Graduate Certificate in Museology/Museum Studies from the University of South Florida, along with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of Florida.