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Bam! Pow! Graphic Novels Fight Stereotypes In Academic Libraries: Supporting, Collecting, Promoting, Beth Jane Toren

University Libraries Faculty Scholarship

This study examines the launch of a graphic novel collection in an academic library and presents a study analyzing the increase of titles in Association of Research Libraries with the subject heading “Graphic Novels” between fall 2008 and fall 2009. Statistics show a 40% increase, averaging 62 additional titles, during a year of global financial crisis. Exploring the prejudice against comics lingering in more traditional corners of academia, this paper encourages librarians to counter stereotypes and therefore bring more people, including other librarians, to view graphic novels as literature. This study includes recommended practices for supporting, collecting, and promoting these …

12-2010 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

Library Services Newsletters

Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for December 2010.

Information In Context': Co-Designing Workplace Structures And Systems For Organisational Learning, Mary M. Somerville, Zaana Howard

University Libraries Librarian and Staff Articles and Papers

Introduction. This paper discusses an 'information in context' design project at Auraria Library in Denver, Colorado which aims to collaboratively create organizational structures and communication systems with and for library employees.

Method. This action research project is founded within shared leadership, informed learning and organizational learning principles and implemented using participatory design processes. The first phase involved an appreciative inquiry process resulting in an organizational realignment of personnel and the introduction of shared leadership. The second phase involved the co-design of organizational information and communication systems and subsequent implementation of initiatives.

Results. This project resulted in several of the co-designed …

Nemo News, Volume 7, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education

NEMO Newsletter

This issue of NEMO News features Advice from the Frontlines from Kate Ostenrude, NLA/NEMA Conference Report, How to Handle Mistakes in the Workplace, Important Dates and Reminders, Student Spotlight on Naomi Solomon, and Contact Information.

Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 2, Uno Library Science Education

Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)

This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Rene Nuss, a Student Spotlight of Kimberly Rothgeb, Announcements, Conferences and Professional Development, and Things to Consider: "School librarians valuable resource as digital content expands" article.

Centennial Library E-News, November/December 2010, Cedarville University

Centennial Library Shelf Life

Articles in this issue: Canoe race victory, Mobile apps coming, Book cart drill team performs, Health Sciences Center planning, Library science dinner, Library scholarship available, Instructional team sets record, University faculty in print, University alumni in print, Semester break hours

Library News-- October 10, 2018, University Library

Library Newsletter

No abstract provided.

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V3n2, October 2010, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- For Sale: Library Books!
-- Art on Campus
-- Ring Our Bell!
-- Oooooh - New and Updated Databases

University Of New England Library Services Annual Report 2009-2010, Une Library Services

Annual Reports

Highlights and accomplishments of 2009/2010 from the University of New England's Library Services department.

Nemo News, Volume 7, Issue 1, Uno Library Science Education

NEMO Newsletter

This issue of NEMO News features the NLA/NEMA 2010 Annual Conference, 8 Keys to Networking, Congratulations, Important Dates and Reminders, Student Spotlight on Aimee Owen, Student Resources, and Contact Information.

09-2010 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

Library Services Newsletters

Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for September/October 2010.

Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 1, Uno Library Science Education

Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)

This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Melissa Lightle, a Student Spotlight of Jessica Kros, Announcements, Conferences and Professional Development, and Things to Consider: Top 10 Sports Books for Youth: 2010.

Centennial Library E-News, September/October 2010, Cedarville University

Centennial Library Shelf Life

Articles in this issue: New Library staff members, Cove staff award, Library internship program, CMC hosts illustrators, Amazing Race successful, Involvement Fair highlights, Library facility changes, University faculty in print, University alumni in print, Fall break Library hours

Transforming Our Library Reading Room For A Leisure Reading Collection, Suzanne Roybal

Collected Faculty and Staff Scholarship

For our poster presentation, we wanted to highlight the success of our renovated reading room and the addition of a leisure reading collection in an academic library. One of the goals of our library strategic plan is to improve service to our community and to change the philosophical perception of our library so the students would have an inviting place to satisfy both heir educational and entertainment needs. Our drab 1960’s style reading room was the ideal location to refurbish and to locate our new leisure reading collection of books and magazines. To provide a pleasant environment for the students …

Citizen Ambassadorship On Behalf Of Libraries, Ann Hamilton

Library Faculty Publications

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experiences as an ambassador to South Africa on behalf of libraries for the People to People organization.

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V3n1, June 2010, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Acceptable Cell Phone Use
-- Rod Library Goes Mobile
-- EndNote Web

Nemo News, Volume 6, Issue 4, Uno Library Science Education

NEMO Newsletter

This issue of NEMO News features Advice from the Frontlines from Cathy McMahon, Congratulations and Reminders, Important Dates and Reminders, Student Spotlight on Sam Shaw, and 2010 Heartland School Library Conference.

04-2010 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

Library Services Newsletters

Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for April 2010.

Tcl Letter Vol. 10 No. 1, Touro College Libraries

Yearbooks and Newsletters

No abstract provided.

The Power Of Information Literacy: Building Student Success & Critical Thinking Skills, Rosemary L. Meszaros

DLPS Faculty Publications

What is information literacy? What skills do students need to learn to become successful in life? How can I incorporate these skills into the courses I teach? Take a fresh look at the concept of information literacy and how we can teach our students competencies in research, computer, media, and critical thinking skills. Part of the WKU Priorities Series.

Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 3, Issue 4, Uno Library Science Education

Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)

This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from Jo O'Garro, a Student Spotlight of Rebecca Irwin, Announcements, Conferences and Professional Development, Things to Consider: Code of Ethics of the American Library Association, and the 2010 Heartland School Library Conference registration form.

Rod Library Newsletter: Rod Notes, V2n5, March 2010, University Of Northern Iowa. Rod Library.

Library Newsletter

In This Issue:

-- Public Scanner Available!
-- Deathscapes - Environmental Movie & Book Discussion Series
-- Rod Library @ UNI on Facebook!
-- Find Text of a Specific Article

Centennial Library E-News, March/April 2010, Cedarville University

Centennial Library Shelf Life

Articles in this issue: Library staff member retires, Library scholarship awarded, Library Recognitions Dinner awards, Library faculty member edits book, Library faculty member to England, National Library Week activities, University faculty in print, University alumni in print, Summer at the library

Nemo News, Volume 6, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education

NEMO Newsletter

This issue of NEMO News features Advice from the Frontlines from Ann Wills, Important Dates and Reminders, Student Spotlight on Meg Curtiss, Congratulations, and 2010 Heartland School Library Conference.

02-2010 Newsletter, Minnesota State University, Mankato. Library Services

Library Services Newsletters

Minnesota State University, Mankato, Library Services Newsletter for February 2010.

Library Education And Development Newsletter, Volume 3, Issue 3, Uno Library Science Education

Library Education and Development (L.E.A.D.)

This issue of the Library Education and Development Newsletter features Advice from the Frontlines from David Privett, a Student Spotlight of Julia Reddel, Announcements, Conferences and Professional Development, Things to Consider by Doug Johnson, and the 2010 Heartland School Library Conference registration form.

Centennial Library 2009-2010 Annual Report, Cedarville University

Centennial Library Annual Reports

No abstract provided.

Fyre 2020 Syllabus, Sarah Hernandez

Syllabus Collection

This syllabus was created for Xavier's summer 2020 iteration of The Leadership Alliance's First-Year Research Experience (FYRE). The summer's goal was to provide students a chance to create and conduct an original research project while exposing them to research surrounding diversity in higher education and library spaces.

Leatherby Letters - Spring 2010, Leatherby

Leatherby Letters Archive

Newsletter of Chapman University's Leatherby Libraries. Volume 3, Issue 2.

Library Annual Report

Library Annual Reports

No abstract provided.