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2016

Outreach

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Tracking For Outreach: Using Data For Cross-Unit Purposes, Heidi Gauder, Hector Escobar Nov 2016

Tracking For Outreach: Using Data For Cross-Unit Purposes, Heidi Gauder, Hector Escobar

Hector Escobar

Purpose: Since creating an information commons a couple years ago, this library’s research team has been coordinating data gathering methods with the writing center. With both units using standard check-in procedures at a shared desk and hosting in-depth consultations in a shared space, it made sense to share technologies. Since Spring 2015, we have logged students for research consultations with software that is commonly used by writing centers, tutoring and other academic support units. We are not only able to count the number of consultations, but we are also able to record cross-referrals with the writing center, calculate average consultation …


Tracking For Outreach: Using Data For Cross-Unit Purposes, Heidi Gauder, Hector Escobar Nov 2016

Tracking For Outreach: Using Data For Cross-Unit Purposes, Heidi Gauder, Hector Escobar

Heidi Gauder

Purpose: Since creating an information commons a couple years ago, this library’s research team has been coordinating data gathering methods with the writing center. With both units using standard check-in procedures at a shared desk and hosting in-depth consultations in a shared space, it made sense to share technologies. Since Spring 2015, we have logged students for research consultations with software that is commonly used by writing centers, tutoring and other academic support units. We are not only able to count the number of consultations, but we are also able to record cross-referrals with the writing center, calculate average consultation …


How To Use Existing Residential Networks To Promote The Value Of The Library, Benjamin Andrus, Anne Larrivee Oct 2016

How To Use Existing Residential Networks To Promote The Value Of The Library, Benjamin Andrus, Anne Larrivee

Anne Larrivee

This poster focuses on the value of working with residential life when planning library instruction programs within the residence halls.


"Why Are We Still Talking About Diversity?" Combatting Misconceptions In An Academic Library, Michael Mungin, Yasmeen Shorish Aug 2016

"Why Are We Still Talking About Diversity?" Combatting Misconceptions In An Academic Library, Michael Mungin, Yasmeen Shorish

Yasmeen Shorish

This poster will present the assessment and intervention activities of individuals at a mid-sized academic library with respect to diversity personnel initiatives. Each year, library employees complete a survey designed to gauge satisfaction and areas for improvement. Qualitative data suggest that library staff are confused about definitions of diversity and/or lack requisite buy-in and interest in initiatives that address diversity concerns. The activities and outcomes of an intervention to address these issues will be discussed.


Faculty Pub Night At The William H. Hannon Library: Highlighting Faculty Works Through Creative Programming, John M. Jackson, Jamie Hazlitt May 2016

Faculty Pub Night At The William H. Hannon Library: Highlighting Faculty Works Through Creative Programming, John M. Jackson, Jamie Hazlitt

John M. Jackson

No abstract provided.


Outreach Across The Ages: Developing Programs And Partnerships For Adults From 18 To 80, Maria Atilano, Kayla Kuni Feb 2016

Outreach Across The Ages: Developing Programs And Partnerships For Adults From 18 To 80, Maria Atilano, Kayla Kuni

Maria Atilano

No abstract provided.