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Grand Valley State University Libraries 2024 Annual Report, Jillian Beckwell, Jon Jeffryes

Library Reports and Communication

No abstract provided.

Our Diverse Characters Book Club: Discussing Divisive Concepts In Red States, Jonathan Wilson, Lydia C. Gwyn

ETSU Faculty Works

In 2020 our academic library, located in East Tennessee, created a student-focused book club designed to spark discussions around the concepts of race, gender, sexuality, social justice, and the systemic oppression of disenfranchised groups. Now in its seventh semester, our Diverse Characters Book Club has gained in popularity. However, while our book club is garnering more campus visibility and more administrative support, our state has passed, and continues to introduce legislation, that makes it increasingly difficult to teach about racism, homophobia, and sexism in public higher education institutions. We feel now is more important than ever to continue this discourse. …

Van Raalte Hall, Hope’S Former Campus Center; Hope’S First International Graduates: Class Of 1879, Wyatt Wilcox, Douglas Braat

Archives and Special Collections Quarterly

Van Raalte Hall, Hope’s Former Campus Center

Column: From the Director of Archives and Special Collections

Hope’s First International Graduates: Class of 1879

Talk Story Prompt Cards, Asian Pacific American Librarians Association, Family Literacy Focus Committee, Education Subcommittee, Becky Leathersich (Chair), Nicole Fernandez (Interim Co-Chair), Zoë Bowlus, Jessea Young, Tiffany Lee, Kim Nguyen

Librarian Publications & Presentations

These prompt cards were inspired by the Asian/Pacific American Librarians Association (APALA) and American Indigenous Library Association (AILA) presentation on “Talk Story: Centering Oral Traditions to Advance Literacy Justice and Transform Community Relationships” at the ALA Annual Conference 2023. One representative from APALA and one from AILA shared an oral storytelling experience. Afterward, a panel discussion was held discussing “Talk Story as a community of practice to recenter youth literacy programs as intergenerational literacy opportunities with an emphasis on oral histories and traditions, intersectional community building, and cultural sensitivities.”¹ The APALA Family Literacy Focus Committee decided it would be …

Open Access Publishing Support, Chad Metz

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

Check the recently updated Open Access Publishing Support LibGuide for the most recent information about scholarly publications. This newly revamped LibGuide is a great resource to learn about Read and Publish. Read and Publish is also known as a transformative agreement, it is an open access (OA) model that bundles payment for reading access and payment for publishing into a single contract.

Teaching In Clinics: Open Access Journal In Digital Commons, Alice Sherwood

TMC Library Newsletter (2015-)

Teaching in Clinics is one of the open access, peer-reviewed online academic journals published semiannually in the Digital Commons@TMC. The journal aims to encourage researchers and educators to share their studies for implementing novel teaching methods. In addition to excellence of teaching, Teaching in Clinics seeks to bring academic discussions of the incoming or present challenges in health and education policies. The most recent issue launched late last month.

Archeota Spring/ Summer 2024, Emily Mizokami, Ali Phelps, Celina Lozano, Araceli Argueta, Chelsey Abbott, Danielle Bonsignore, Sarah Lewis

Archeota

Archeota is a platform for SJSU iSchool students to contribute to the archival conversation. It is written BY students, FOR students. It provides substantive content on archival concerns and issues and promotes professional development in the field of archival studies. Archeota upholds the core values of the archival profession.

Contents:

Reslience and Pride at the LLACE by Emily Mizokami

Black Americana at the Museum of Ventura County by Ali Phelps

Interview with Archivist Maria Carillo Colato by Celina Lozano

Gabriel Vidal's Central American Music Archive by Araceli Argueta

Preserving Peanuts by Danielle Bonsignore

Interference Archives by Chelsey Abbott

Preservation Workshop …

Becoming An Effective Jibs Reviewer, A. Rebecca Reuber, Shameem Prashantham, Liang Chen

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

No abstract provided.

The Responsible Research In Business And Management (Rrbm) Community: Responsible Management Education And Impactful Research, Howard Thomas

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

Recently there has been a noticeable ‘turning point’ in the thinking of business school leaders and their stakeholders about the impact, purpose and value of business schools in society. Evidence from faculty, students and professional organisations, such as the Aspen Institute surveys in the United States of America (US) and the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) manifesto on the future of management education, clearly suggests that there should be a much greater focus on tackling pressing societal issues, including sustainability (e.g., the UN Sustainable Development Goals), inequality, and social and financial inclusion. More balanced and holistic models of management …

Medical Graphic Novels: Comic Art And Medicine, Leesha Coleman

University Faculty and Staff Publications

Leesha Coleman, USA Biomedical Librarian, gave a presentation at the West Regional Library of the Mobile Public Library. She discussed the use of medical graphic novels and the incorporation of art in science degrees.

Data For All: Creating A Sustainable Community Partnership To Increase Health And Racial Equity, Emily Zoe Mann

Tampa Library Faculty and Staff Publications

This poster discusses the formation of a collaborative partnership between several community institutions including an academic library, public library and center for health equity in order to increase community data literacy working towards racial equity within the community. We will discuss working across communities to assess needs and how to meet needs within the different community guidelines, strategic goals, and theories of change. The overarching goal of this ongoing project is to make data less intimidating and empower our community to use local data to create local change. In an effort increase collaborative work in different communities there will be …

Rrh Library Newsletter, Summer 2024, Libraries At Rochester Regional Health

Rochester Regional Health authored publications and proceedings

Newsletter sections include: Database Upgrade: Trip Pro; Update: Nursing Point of Care Tools; NOVELny Databases; Library Website Survey; Don't Pay for Articles!

Demographic Characteristics As Determinants Of Awareness Level Of E-Resources Among Postgraduate Students In Public Universities In Nigeria, Oluwatosin Olubunmi Okunoye Ph.D

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated demographic characteristics as determinants of awareness level of e-resources among postgraduate students in public universities in Nigeria. The descriptive survey research method was used for the study. The population of this study comprised 23,070 postgraduate students enrolled in six public universities in southwest Nigeria. A convenience sampling technique was used to select 2,310 postgraduate students in the six public universities. A structured questionnaire was adapted for the study. Data collected were analyzed using frequency counts, percentages, mean, standard deviation, graphs, and chi square to test for relationship. The results showed that the level of awareness of …

Surfacing Text Changes In Archived Webpages, Lesley Frew

Computer Science Theses & Dissertations

Webpages change over time, and web archives hold copies of historical versions of webpages. Users of web archives, such as journalists, want to find and view changes on webpages over time. However, the current search interfaces for web archives do not adequately support this task. For the web archives that include a full-text search feature, multiple versions of the same webpage that match the search query are shown individually without enumerating changes, or are grouped together in a way that hides changes. We present a change text search engine that allows users to find changes in webpages. We describe the …

Information Literacy And Learning In The Emerging Digital Landscape: A Theoretical Review, Adeoye Augustine Bamgbose

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The 21st century has witnessed an unprecedented surge in information availability, catalyzed by rapid digital advancements. This paradigm shift has not only transformed how information is generated and accessed but has also fundamentally altered the learning landscape. Within this dynamic context, the intersection of information literacy and learning emerges as a critical area of inquiry. Information literacy, once confined to library sciences, has evolved into a multidimensional competency encompassing adept navigation, critical evaluation, and judicious utilization of digital information sources. This review delves into the intricate relationship between information literacy and learning in the digital age, drawing from various theoretical …

Making De-Prioritized Gifts/Donations/Inventory Discoverable For Researchers, Alie Visser, Christina Zoricic

Western Libraries Presentations

This poster discusses a project to oversee the quality control and brief description of over 21,000 rare and unique items donated to the library in an unprocessed “backlog” spanning decades. The goals of this project include making the material discoverable and requestable by researchers, establishing labour benchmarks for material processing, and assigning an appropriate receiving library to items for inventory control in preparation for the cataloguing unit’s move to a new physical location.

Following a system migration from Sierra to Alma, the library was left with over 21,000 unprocessed items that were not represented in the library’s discovery system. Lacking …

Noise In The Library: Using Wearable Biomarker Devices To Measure Student Stress While Studying In The Library, Megan Frost

Faculty Publications

Many patrons come to the library seeking a quite environment, but some library spaces are noisy. In our study, we attempted to identify if the level of noise in a typical busy university library setting impacted the physiological stress of its patrons, as measured by wearable devices. We assessed participants’ heart rate variability (HRV) and skin temperature while they studied in different areas in the library. We found that there was no significant difference in patron stress levels while studying in loud vs quiet areas. This was even true for those patrons who came into the library hoping to be …

Conducting An Author Identity Diversity Audit For Stem Monographs In An Academic Library, Tricia Martone

Dartmouth Library Staff Publications

The goal of the following effort is to move towards a collection that all STEM students at Dartmouth College can see themselves reflected in; not just in books written about diversity in STEM, but in books written by diverse authors in STEM producing scholarship in their fields. An author identity diversity audit was conducted on 154 randomly sampled STEM monographs, individually selected and purchased in fiscal years 2020 - 2023. Methodologies from Toonen & Frank (2021), Frank (2021), and Emerson & Lehman (2022) were used and adapted to randomly sample 10% of titles that met the criteria for the audit, …

Student Partners In Ai Literacy: A Library And Writing Center Collaboration, A. P. Anderson

Velma K. Waters Library Faculty Publications

Student voices are valuable but often overlooked in discussions surrounding the role of AI in higher education. AI Literacy education efforts that treat students only as a potential audience for instruction rather than as potential instructors themselves miss out on the passion, curiosity, and complex questions that students can bring to these conversations. If we center student voices in AI Literacy education discussions, and encourage both their enthusiasm and skepticism, students can become comfortable and confident in leading discussions about AI in the classroom and in their lives. In my proposed poster presentation, I will share insights from an AI …

Building Bonds For Our Greater Good: Mentoring Across The Spectrum, Michelle E. Colquitt, Wilsinia Ocasio

Presentations

No abstract provided.

Empowering Nursing Students: The Instruct Advantage In Information Literacy-A Libguide Approach, Maletta Payne

Southern University and A&M College: John B. Cade Library Publications

This poster presentation aims to unveil the impact of Credo Instruct Information Literacy Modules within a course LibGuide and its impact on undergraduate nursing students' research skills. In nursing education, the strategic integration of Credo Instruct Modules and LibGuides emerges as a guiding light, ushering undergraduate nursing students toward mastery of information and digital literacy skills in a self-paced learning environment. This poster sheds light on the impact of aligning student learning objectives with Instruct modules, creating a clear pathway for undergraduate nursing students to excel academically beyond the traditional one-shot information literacy instruction session. The Credo Instruct Modules align …

Ai Literacy Innovations: Chatgpt's Integration Into A First-Year Information Literacy Program, Taylor J. Greene, Douglas R. Dechow

Library Presentations, Posters, and Audiovisual Materials

In the dynamic field of information technology, integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy into information literacy instruction is now essential to ensure the ethical and productive use of generative AI by our students. This poster demonstrates our innovative approach to embedding AI literacy within the first-year information literacy program at an R2 research university. We used a two-pronged strategy: an “AI Literacy” section in Canvas and practical demonstrations of applying ChatGPT in live library sessions. The Canvas module section equips students with foundational knowledge and critical thinking about using generative AI for research and learning activities. It covers AI fundamentals, …

All Zoomed Out: Engaging Students With Remote Outreach, Maria Atilano

Library Faculty Presentations & Publications

This poster will describe how one academic library reset their engagement priorities and connected with students via the use of remote outreach programs. While more effort may go into implementing these events and activities, the opportunity to engage with new or wary users more than paid off in the quality of relationships built. Over the course of two academic years, library staff created, hosted, and assessed more than two dozen asynchronous remote outreach programs for students, including many who had never stepped foot on campus. What began as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in conjunction with the campus’s move …

A Componential Study Of Library Websites Of Government Degree Colleges Of Telangana State, Dr. Mohammadi Asra Sultana

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study is undertaken to study the library websites/blogs created and maintained by the librarians of Government Degree Colleges in Telangana, their effectiveness in providing anticipated and on demand information to the students which help them in their learning and research needs. The study shows that optimum marketing of the libraries is done by these websites, providing academic e-resources as well as general information is disseminated to the users such as competitive exam related, career oriented guidance, television, music channel links, devotional and even resources/links for learning a language find a place in these websites.

Adoption And Use Of Digital Reference Services In Selected Federal University Libraries In Northern Nigeria: A Preliminary Study, Bala Ahmed, Umar Garba Gama, Binta Ladan Farouk

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This research explores the adoption and use of digital reference services in federal university libraries in northern Nigeria. The study employed a mixed-method approach using exploratory research design. Both questionnaires and interviews were used for the collection of relevant data. Twenty (20) questionnaires were administered, and all retrieved successfully (100%). Meanwhile, questionnaires were analyzed in a tabular form to demonstrate how each objective of the study was achieved whereas thematic analysis was used for the analysis of the interview. The findings reveal that thirteen (13) out of twenty (20) federal university libraries have adopted one or different forms of digital …

Librarian And Health Worker Collaboration: Optimizing The Efficacy Of Bibliotherapy For Healing In Mental Hospitals, Bagus Gigih Permana, Retno Sayekti

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The application of bibliotherapy in psychiatric hospitals is still limited due to several factors, such as the lack of guidelines and standards, the mismatch of expectations between professionals, and the difficulty in achieving systematic cooperation between librarians and health workers. This study aims to find out the role of each party involved and to find out how bibliotherapy can have an impact on patients. The method used in this research is qualitative and case study developed with purposive sampling technique to obtain information from librarians and health workers involved in the bibliotherapy program. Data collection techniques were through interviews, observation, …

Secrets Of Successful Women Inventors: How They Swam With The Sharks And Hundreds Of Other Ways To Commercialize Your Own Inventions. Edith G. Tolchin, Square One Publishers, 2024., Suzanne Reinman

Journal of the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Association

No abstract provided.

Uniting For Impact: A Journey Of Partnerships - Chapman University Case Study, Essraa Nawar, Taylor Greene

Library Articles and Research

This presentation highlights a decade-long collaboration between the Assistant Dean for Development and the Performing Arts Librarian at Chapman University's Leatherby Libraries, resulting in over $3 million in transformative contributions. Central to their success is the acquisition of the Henri Temianka Archives, a treasure trove of 20th-century classical music history. Through strategic stewardship, they secured this significant gift, enhancing research and cultural exchange. Additional achievements include the Ronald B. Broadwell Antique Musical Instruments collection, a Legacy gift, and an Endowed Fund for Music Collections. This partnership exemplifies the strategic impact of librarian-fundraiser collaborations, bridging divides and yielding enduring benefits for …

New Study Shows Legal Research Platform Ai Tools Do, In Fact, Hallucinate, Olivia Smith Schlinck

Library Staff Online Writings

For better or worse, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the legal landscape. But a recent study highlights a critical issue: AI’s tendency to “hallucinate,” or generate false information. This problem raises significant concerns about the reliability of AI in legal practice.

Gone Smishing: An Integration Of Decision-Making And Protection Motivation In The Context Of Identity Theft Victimization, Taylor S. Fisher

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Methods of obtaining sensitive information from Internet users have evolved consistently as technology has advanced and millions of mobile device users communicate through text (SMS) messaging daily, making them a target for smishing attacks. Smishing (short for SMS phishing) is a form of cybercrime where an offender will send fraudulent text messages attempting to gather sensitive information or convince the user to click on a malicious link. These messages often appear legitimate and rely on tactics like convincing users that immediate action needs to be taken. Smishing has become so widespread that in 2020, the Texas Attorney General issued a …