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Student Registration Archives Management Malang State University, Iffa Maisyaroh, Andi Asari, Nurchasanah Nurchasanah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research aims to describe the management of State University of Malang (UM) student registration archives includes the acquisition of archives UM student registration, processing of UM student registration files, preservation of registration files UM students, and access and service of UM student registration archives. Student registration archives are important to be kept by universities as a form of the university's national responsibility. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive research method. The data of this study is data that can describe the management of UM student registration archive which consists of data related to the acquisition of the …

Social Inclusion Library Promotion Strategy Through Social Media, Andi Asari, Djoko Saryono, Nora Lina Mohd Hussain, Robby Asyari

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The selection of social media as a promotional media is to make it easier for the public to know all forms of social inclusion-based library services and facilities. This research aims to describe the effectiveness of social inclusion-based library promotion through social media. This research uses a quantitative approach.The variable in this study was a single variable i.e. the effectiveness of the promotion of social inclusion libraries through social media. Instruments in research use AISAS theory, namely attention, interest, search, action, and share. The sampling technique in this study is random sampling.The data collection techniques in this study used questionnaires …

2022 Furman University Faculty Scholarship Reception Program, Kathy Hamlin

Libraries Institutional Records

On February 11, 2020, the Libraries and the Office of the Provost hosted Furman’s fifth Faculty Scholarship Reception. The reception showcased accomplishments from the calendar years 2020 and 2021, highlighting Furman faculty members who have completed a degree, received a grant from an external funding source totaling more than $1,000, and/or published books, book chapters, journal articles, exhibits, recordings, performances, films, or other works.The following faculty provided four-minute presentations on their scholarly or creative works:

• Adi D. Dubash, Assistant Professor of Biology
• Gerry Wuben, Adjunct Processor of Art
• Alyson Farzad-Phillips, Assistant Professor of Communication Studies
• Veronica L. Flores, Assistant Professor …

Data Disaggregation: The Case Of Asian And Pacific Islander Data And The Role Of Health Sciences Librarians, Seema Bhakta

Articles, Abstracts, and Reports

Health disparities within Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities are often masked due to aggregated data. Lack of adequate data limits required health care services for these communities. While moving forward toward health equity, it is critical that disparities for API communities are acknowledged and addressed. This article focuses on the issues of aggregated data for API communities followed by suggestions on how health sciences librarians can support and promote better practices for data disaggregation.

Ms 219 Guide To The Joseph I. Maurer Photograph Collection (1954-1960), Joseph Maurer

Manuscript Finding Aids

The Joseph I. Maurer Photograph Collection consists of 1411 items that total over 2300 negatives depicting members of the Harris County Medical Society and their medical specialties. These negatives were originally prepared for the Pictorial Roster and Handbook of Harris County Medical Society. See more at MS 219.

Users Perception Of The Role Of Academic Library In Private Universities In Delta State., Stanley Efe Okolo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigates Users Perception of the role of Academic Library in Private Universities in Delta State. Thus, the study outlined among others, the types of services provided, meaning of the concept users. To achieve this study, four (4) research objectives were formulated and they are: To identify the services of academic library; To ascertain users perception of academic libraries and their services; To know the various challenges that bedevil academic libraries in providing their services; Outline possible ways to remedy challenges of academic libraries. The study adopted a descriptive research method which gives room for the collection of …

Preservation Of Library Materials: A Case Of A Public Library Within The Accra Metropolitan Area Of Ghana, Deborah Nyamewaah Amankwah Mrs., Albert Paa Kojo Ebi Bilson Mr., Gloria Atisoe Ms.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Preservation is an important component of the library as it is designed to prolong the lifespan of library collections in order to provide access to users. The study was achieved through different reviews on literature in relation to library preservation. Globally different kinds of literature have been reviewed on the preservation of library materials and specifically narrowed to Ghana. The purpose of the study was to review the literature on the prospects and challenges of library materials in Ghana. The study further sought to find out the benefits of preserving library materials and identification of the internal and external factors …

Library Committee Report, 2022-02-08, Elizabeth Mamo

Rochester Regional Health authored publications and proceedings

The Library Committee is a requirement of the RGH Medical/Dental Staff and is facilitated by Dr. Scott Schabel. After RGH and Unity merged, the Libraries formed one department and expanded access and services to all RRH sites. The Library committee, composed of staff from across the health system, provide feedback and share library news with their teams. The committee meets 2x/year via Zoom.

This report gives an update of the Library's status.

2021 Digital Commons Annual Report, Amanda Schwartz

Articles, Abstracts, and Reports

System Library Services annual report for 2021 Providence Digital Commons submissions, usage, and interactions.

Information Literacy Skills Of Academic Staff Of Federal Universities In North East Nigeria, Musa Yila Umar Mr., Yemisi Tomilola Babalola Phd

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated Information literacy skills of academic staff of federal universities in North-East, Nigeria. A survey design was adopted in carrying out the study. The population for this study comprised of 4258 academic staff of six (6) federal universities in North-East, Nigeria, from which a sample of 366 was drawn and used for the study. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select the sample for the study. Simple random sampling was used to select three (3) out of the six federal universities so as to have a manageable sample simple size these includes; Abubakar Tafawabalewa University Bauchi, University of …

Role Of The Internet In Narrowing The Digital Divide Between The Members Of The Jordanian Society During The Coronavirus Crisis, Othman Obeidat, Othman Obeidat

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The goal of this research was to see how the internet helped to bridge the digital divide between Jordanians during the Coronavirus outbreak. A quantitative approach is adopted. 210 questionnaire forms were distributed randomly to the members of the sample through using: (https://docs.google.com). They were distributed using email and WhatsApp. 200 forms were analyzed. They represent 95% of the distributed forms. The questionnaire consists of 20 statements. It was found that there is a digital divide between the members of Jordanian society. It was found that the availability of smart devices and the internet enables the members of …

Analysis Of The Reliability Of Academic Library Services In The New Normal Era: Study At Faculty Of Education Library Of State University Of Yogyakarta, Lia Yuliana, Silfi Nur Ifadah

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study aims to describe the quality of services on-site at the Library of the Faculty of Education during the period new normal. The population of this research is active students in the Faculty of Education. Determination of the number of samples using the formula Slovin with 883. The number of research samples is 90 respondents with incidental sampling technique—data collection techniques with the questionnaire method through a google form, observation, and documentation. The data analysis technique uses the SPSS version 22 application and Microsoft Excel 2019. The results show that the quality of on-site service aspects reliability during the …

Assessing Undergraduates Social Competence On Social Media In Nigeria, 'Niran Adetoro Prof, Benedict Ifeanyi Okike

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Undergraduates are known to be early adopters and users of social media and are socially competent online as against offline. The study sought to determine the social competence of students as exhibited on social media against the background of a growing decline in undergraduates’ offline social relevance. Using survey research design of correlative type, 850 undergraduates in similar faculties in two selected Universities in South west Nigeria were selected using multi-stage sampling. Questionnaire was used to collect data; reliability score of (α = 0.82) was derived for social competence on social media and (α = 0.88) for students’ use of …

Essential Methods Of Pharmacoeconomics Php 589, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Application Of Medication Outcomes Evaluation Php 649, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Essential Methods Of Pharmacoecoepidemiology Php 559, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Ms 141 Guide To Frank Arnett, Md Papers (1968-2010), Frank Arnett

Manuscript Finding Aids

The Frank Arnett, MD papers contains materials covering the professional career of Dr. Frank Arnett, MD. The collection includes medical objects, video, photographs of Dr. Arnett and colleagues, awards and recognitions, copies of presentation material, and grants awarded information. A large portion of the collection is composed of reprints of Dr. Arnett's numerous publications, most on the genetics and genomics of multiple rheumatic diseases. See more at MS 141.

Introduction To Medication Outcomes Php 509, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Electronic Information Resources Use, Quality Reference Service Delivery And Academic Performance Of Final Year Students In Colleges Of Education In Lagos State, Nigeria, Bolanle Badirat Ashiru, Adegbore Muritala, Olalekan Abiola Awujoola, Oyinola Oluwaseun Bayowa

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

The academic performance played an essential role in producing high-quality graduates who are to become high-quality human resource required for national, economic and social development. Electronic information resources use by students and quality reference service delivery can influence academic performance among students. It is on this premise that study investigates electronic information resources use, quality reference service delivery on academic performance of students in colleges of education in Lagos State, Nigeria. The survey design of descriptive type was adopted. Mixed methods of systematic and total enumeration sampling technique were used. A total of 309 final year students was used …

Collaboration And Mentorship In The Organization Of An American Indian Family Collection: A Case Study In Service Learning At The University Of Oklahoma, Ben Keppel, Dolores Subia Bigfoot, Bridget Burke, Kasimir L. Mackey, Tamah Minnis

Journal of Western Archives

This case study examines an experiment in archival practice and mentorship undertaken at the University of Oklahoma (OU) during the spring semester of 2019. The project concerned the inventory of an important privately held archive in American Indian history. The case study describes the process and documentation involved in an institution assuming temporary custody of a private collection, including legal and ethical considerations of temporary custody, and explores the mentorship relationship among group of interdisciplinary faculty and students, as well as the products, both archival and non-archival, that resulted form this collaborative effort.

Notes From The Stacks, Winter 2022, Friends Of The Brooks Library

Friends of the Brooks Library

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Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letter - February 2022, George Washington University, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library

Himmelfarb Library Liaison Letters

No abstract provided.

Probiotic Interventions To Reduce Antepartum Group B Streptococcus Colonization: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Lisa Hanson, Leona Vandevusse, Emily Malloy, Mauricio Garnier-Villarreal, Lauren Watson, Alissa V. Fial, Marie Forgie, Katrina Nardini, Nasia Safdar

Library Faculty Research and Publications

Objective

To systematically review and meta-analyse studies of the efficacy of probiotics to reduce antenatal Group B Streptococcus (GBS) colonisation.

Participants

Antenatal participants with known positive GBS colonisation or unknown GBS status.

Intervention

Probiotic interventions containing species of Lactobacillus or Streptococcus.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Measurements and findings

The systematic review included 10 studies. Five articles contained in vitro studies of probiotic interventions to determine antagonistic activity against GBS. Six clinical trials of probiotics to reduce antenatal GBS were systematically reviewed and meta-analysed. The meta-analysis revealed that the use of an antenatal probiotic decreased the probability of a …

Where’S The Beef, Turkey, Butter, Cheese, Or Other Animal Ingredient?, Virginia C. Thomas

Library Scholarly Publications

The author discusses current challenges presented by federal and state labeling laws and standards pertaining to plant-based meat alternative food products.

Texas Black Woman Physician: Carrie Jane Sutton, Md, Shannon Wood

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

February 8 is National Black Women Physicians Day! The McGovern Historical Center highlights one of many amazing Black women physicians in early Texas. In 1950, less than 6% of doctors nationwide were women. Of that number, less than 2% of women physicians in the United States were Black. To practice medicine as a Black woman in the south prior to the start of the Civil Rights Movement that is why celebrating these women’s accomplishments is so important.

Acrl Diversity Alliance Webinar - Kindly Hire Me: The Process And Impact Of Inclusive Hiring, Annie Bélanger, Preethi Gorecki

Presentations

This presentation will explore perspectives on inclusive hiring practices from both sides of the table. Grand Valley State University Libraries developed inclusive recruitment and high-empathy hiring practices, which they implemented in 2018. The Dean and a past diversity resident team up to dissect the hiring process from both of their perspectives. Annie Bélanger discusses the work behind critically examining the existing hiring process, designing an inclusive recruitment plan, and implementing a new structure in order to ensure empathy to applicants going through the process. Preethi Gorecki then discusses the impact of inclusive hiring on perceptions of the work environment, satisfaction …

Please Don’T Shoot The Messenger, Christopher J. Smiley Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This editorial emphasizes the importance of discerning reliable information amid the influx of COVID-19-related studies and guidelines. Drawing parallels with the ancient Greek sentiment from Sophocles' play Antigone, JMDA Editor Dr. Chris Smiley advocates for an open-minded approach to trustworthy sources, citing the World Health Organization's seven steps for evaluation. The Michigan Dental Association is highlighted as a reliable resource for synthesizing evolving information for clinicians. Despite pandemic-induced frustrations, the editorial urges practitioners to navigate changes resiliently, recognizing the dynamic nature of public health guidance.

The Tmc Library Is Offering The Following "Brown Bag" Webinar: Confirmation Bias In Research, Beatriz Varman

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

This virtual class will cover what confirmation bias is and how it can affect research. There will be examples of confirmation bias with a focus within the medical/health research field.

Adoption Of Green Practices In University Libraries Of Pakistan: A Qualitative Study, Muhammad Asim, Pervaiz Ahmad Prof. Dr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Conceptual, technological, and material advancement has a deep influence on all sectors of life including libraries. Libraries are coping with these developments accordingly, however, the pace of development is not the same around the globe. This study aims to explore the adoption status of green library practices in the university libraries of Pakistan. The peer-reviewed literature including IFLA’s checklist was encompassed to model twelve aspects/practices of green library initiative. The feedback from the selected, senior university librarians of Pakistan on the proposed model of green library practices was collected through interviews. The librarians apprise the green library model as an …

Control Mechanism And Punishment Strategies As Correlates Of Deviant Behaviour Reduction Among Undergraduates In Public University Libraries In South-West, Nigeria, Olalekan Abiola Awujoola, Oyinola Oluwaseun Bayowa

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract

This study assessed the menace of ICT induced deviant acts among library users most especially, undergraduates in public university libraries in South-west, Nigeria. The study looked beyond other reasons of deviance among undergraduates to see what libraries have in respect of their security mechanisms and punishment strategies to reduce deviant acts among undergraduates. Control theory was used as an anchor theory for the study because it gave a proper insight to the effectiveness of security and punishment measures on deviance reduction in the library. Survey research design was used for the study with a population of 352 library personnel …