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Building A Physical Library In The Digital Age, Jennifer A. W. Joe Apr 2015

Building A Physical Library In The Digital Age, Jennifer A. W. Joe

Jennifer Wright Joe

The digital age is changing the abilities and offerings of libraries of all types. However, there is still the notion that a physical place we call the library should exist. For most institutions that have had brick and mortar structures for decades (if not centuries), this dichotomy is fairly easy to navigate. However, what do you do when your library is only 6 years old? Drawing on her experience as a branch campus librarian for the last two years, the speaker explores the challenges as well as the rewards of growing a physical library in the digital age.


Genocide In The Modern Era, Jennifer A. W. Joe Apr 2015

Genocide In The Modern Era, Jennifer A. W. Joe

Jennifer Wright Joe

A presentation on how genocide has continued to be a problem well into the 21st century, despite the attention called to it by World War II.


The U.S Constitution Vs. The Weimar Constitution: Why Democracy Failed In Post-War Germany., Jennifer Wright, Kevin Dorth Sep 2014

The U.S Constitution Vs. The Weimar Constitution: Why Democracy Failed In Post-War Germany., Jennifer Wright, Kevin Dorth

Jennifer Wright Joe

This presentation outlined the differences between the Weimar Constitution of post-WWI Germany to that of the United States and explored the reasons the Weimar Constitution failed.


Using Social Media In The Classroom: Assessment Of Its Effectiveness., Jennifer Wright Aug 2014

Using Social Media In The Classroom: Assessment Of Its Effectiveness., Jennifer Wright

Jennifer Wright Joe

Social media can be an effective tool in promoting critical thinking and collaboration in library instruction. Whether it is simple polls or a much more collaborative event, these methods engage students and allow them to interact with material, professors, and other students in an organized fashion that might not be feasible without the use of technology. However, many faculty members are quick to incorporate these new learning tools without regard to their effectiveness. In this session, several applications of social media will be presented and their effectiveness will be discussed. Then, to conclude, the participants will discuss the best way …


Sexuality In Music: Gender & Audience Response, Jennifer Wright Apr 2014

Sexuality In Music: Gender & Audience Response, Jennifer Wright

Jennifer Wright Joe

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