Multigenerational Communication: This 15-minute video presents key issues, viewpoints, and practical direction for engaging in effective intergenerational communication, whether in person, virtually, or via social media. Topics include current research, generational traits, opposing viewpoints, and a personal evaluation. From the Silent Generation to Generation Alpha, we all have the opportunity to engage in conversations with individuals who have grown and developed under different circumstances. With rapid changes in our world, differences in communication preferences and norms have emerged. In our presentation, we explore the significance of intergenerational communication, highlight important issues and differing perspectives, and propose strategies to promote improved communication for everyone. This project can enlighten viewers with tips and skills to facilitate communication with different age groups. View the presentation.

Rose Harless graduated from San Francisco State University in 2011 with a degree in Environmental Studies. She is on the four-semester pathway of the MLIS program at San Jose State University, where she is set to graduate in December 2024. Pursuing Public Librarianship, Rose hopes to work at the San Francisco Public Library in the future.

Mizuki McCall is entering her second year at San Jose State University’s School of Information, where she is pursuing a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS). She hopes to inspire the spirit of community and lifelong learning. Her interest in education stems from the teachers encouraging her to pursue her interests with limitless resources. Upon completion, she intends to put her knowledge and skills into practice to share with continuous learners—future and present.

Mason Neil lives in eastern Washington, where they work in youth programming at a public library.

Eric Pomert is a passionate storyteller transitioning from a long career in film editing to academic librarianship, where he hopes to play a key role in outreach, instruction, and marketing the library’s ever-expanding resources to those who will be surprised and delighted to learn about them.

Marcy Stoeven is a non-fiction writer, freelance photographer, and library support staffer. She has a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia University and is graduating in May 2025 with a Master of Library and Information Science from San Jose State University. Marcy has worked in public libraries and in private school libraries for seven years.