Current Role at UMB

Tony Nguyen is the Executive Director for the Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM), Region 1 Regional Medical Library (RML). The NNLM Region 1 RML provides engagement and training programs for NNLM Members in Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. As executive director, Tony oversees the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of the overall RML program, manages the day-to-day operations of the office, and identifies regional opportunities to support the National Library of Medicine strategic plan, priorities, and NNLM initiatives. 

Education and Certifications

MLIS, Library and Information Science, Kent State University, Kent, OH

BA, International Studies, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

BA, Japanese, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Professional Interests

• Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility 
• Cultural humility 
• Anti-racism as action 
• Leadership and management practices
• Communications and conflict
• Outreach engagement practices
• Instructional design in hybrid formats
• Grant writing