Shayna Kymes is a Student Assistant in Public Services who has worked at the library for almost 4 months. She is a Biology Major with minors in both Chemistry and Psychology. After graduating from UNM she plans on pursuing her doctorate in occupational therapy.
According to Shayna, one of her greatest academic accomplishments was passing both Organic Chemistry 1 and 2 with high A's. She also received a 100% on one of her exams after being told that organic chemistry is the hardest class a person can take.
When working at the library, Shayna loves to clean the whiteboards and shelf-read. While shelf-reading, she enjoys looking at all the books at HSLIC and seeing what they are all about. She has even found books that she can use for her studies.
In addition to her academics and working at the library, Shayna also likes to watch baseball, try new restaurants, and go to country music concerts. She has also volunteered for a special needs vacation bible school camp for the past 9 years.
Shayna has 4 dogs who are all rescue animals. They are named (from oldest to youngest) Millie, Henry, Olive, and Finn. Her favorite food is her mom’s green chile enchiladas. She also enjoys baking chocolate chip pumpkin bread.