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Collecting Overdue Library Books While Simultaneously Benefiting The Community: The Food For Fines Program, Catherine R. Harris, Kathe Obrig, Kathleen Lyons
Collecting Overdue Library Books While Simultaneously Benefiting The Community: The Food For Fines Program, Catherine R. Harris, Kathe Obrig, Kathleen Lyons
Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations
This poster presentation is a detailed description of the background, process, promotion, results, and conclusions of an academic library community service project. The "Food for Fines" program, implemented at Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library was designed to encourage the collection of fines for overdue items. One non-perishable food item was accepted for every $1.00 in overdue fines, to a maximum of $20.00. These food items were donated to a local food bank in the Washington, DC, area.
Implementation Of 24/7 Library Hours Provides Stronger Support To The Library's Mission, Kathe Obrig, Catherine R. Harris, Kathleen Lyons, Sherida Powell
Implementation Of 24/7 Library Hours Provides Stronger Support To The Library's Mission, Kathe Obrig, Catherine R. Harris, Kathleen Lyons, Sherida Powell
Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations
As a result of repeated student requests, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library administration decided to implement continuous (24/7) hours of library operation, on a test basis, for one semester. The Circulation Department implemented the program and assessed its success. This assessment resulted in the decision to have the library open for 24/7 access. This poster presentation recounts the actions taken to reach this decision.
Libguides: A New Platform For Customized Resource Delivery, Alexandra Gomes, Cynthia Kahn
Libguides: A New Platform For Customized Resource Delivery, Alexandra Gomes, Cynthia Kahn
Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations
In fall 2009, the librarians of the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library launched the initial set of online LibGuides for the School of Public Health and Health Services. This poster presentation describes the planning, completion, and launching of those LibGuides.
Reaching High And Far To Improve The Value Of The Library's Website, Alexandra Gomes, Elizabeth Palena Hall
Reaching High And Far To Improve The Value Of The Library's Website, Alexandra Gomes, Elizabeth Palena Hall
Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations
To improve the library's website, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library set out to accomplish a complete website re-design. This poster presentation displays the process, challenges, and the final outcome of the new library website.
Opportunities To Uncover, Locate, And Learn: The Library Orientation Scavenger Hunt, Alexandra Gomes, Elaine Sullo
Opportunities To Uncover, Locate, And Learn: The Library Orientation Scavenger Hunt, Alexandra Gomes, Elaine Sullo
Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations
Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library implemented a Library Orientation Scavenger Hunt for new medical students. This poster presentation describes the details of the scavenger hunt and the resulting benefits for the library users and staff.