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Library Board Meeting, Mary Schanning

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

Document originated from Open Records Request by Ginny Maziarka

Ala's Office Of Intellectual Freedom - Letter Of Support, Michael Tyree

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

Document originated from Open Records Request by Ginny Maziarka

Library Board Meeting, Michael Tyree

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

Document originated from Open Records Request by Ginny Maziarka

Library Board Meeting, Mary Schanning

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

Document originated from Open Records Request by Ginny Maziarka

What Does An Archivist Do?, Nadia Nasr

Staff publications, research, and presentations

By definition, an archivist is an individual responsible for appraising, acquiring, arranging, describing, preserving, and providing access to records of enduring value1. A record is a written or printed work of a legal or official nature that may be used as evidence or proof. It is data or information that has been fixed on some medium; that has content, context, and structure; and that is used as an extension of human memory or to demonstrate accountability. Records are often created or received in the course of individual or institutional activity and set aside (preserved) as evidence of that activity for …

Recruitment And Retention Of Personnel Directing Rural Libraries: A Review Of Literature In Preparation Of A Study For Idaho, Thomas Ivie

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

“There is an assumption that the public library is predominantly an urban institution, and while that depends on how the words ‘urban' and ‘rural' are defined” (Sager, p. 5), the statistics reveal that the majority of public libraries tend to exist in towns or population centers of under 25,000 (Vavrek, May 1983, p. 966). Whether or not one agrees with the projection that “…most public libraries, even the smallest, will be led by professional managers” (Kirwin, p. 7), the library and information science profession needs to increase its knowledge about those among its ranks who manage the majority of the …

Availability And Use Of Icts In Collection Management In University And Special Libraries In The Niger-Delta Region, Nigeria, Daniel Emojorho, K.I.N. Nwalo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigated the availability and use of ICTs in collection management in university and special libraries in the Niger-Delta region, Nigeria. The study uses an ex post facto descriptive design, with a questionnaire to collect data from users, library staff, and heads of libraries. From the target population of 27,730, the researcher sampled 845 subjects through simple random sampling technique. Descriptive statistics were used for the research questions while chi-square statistic was employed to test the research hypotheses in the study. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. There was a significant difference in the availability of …

Letter From The Ala Office For Intellectual Freedom, Angela Maycock

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Letter From The Ala Office For Intellectual Freedom, Angela Maycock

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

West Bend Community Memorial Library Request For Reconsideration Of Library Materials, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Letter Revoking The Internet Privileges Of A West Bend Library Patron For Downloading Pornography, Michael Tyree

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

Document originated from Open Records Request by Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Libary Issue With Gay Books For Children Moves To Board, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Wvcy To Discuss Wb Library Issue On Gay Books For Kids..., Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Lanthorn, Vol. 43, No. 47, February 26, 2009, Grand Valley State University

Volume 43, July 10, 2008 - June 7, 2009

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Patterns Of In-Service Training For Special Libraries: A Pilot Study, Queenette Doh-Ilomechine

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Training is essential for every organization. It is important for motivation and productivity. The Petroleum Training Institute has undertaken a number of training efforts. This study is a pilot project using a small population at one institution to assess the types of training programs available and the impact of training on the employees, the purpose and benefit of training to both staff and management of the Petroleum Training Institute. This pilot study gathered data using the survey method and employing a questionnaire. The Petroleum Training Institute library has 26 employees. This study is a census of the entire population. The …

Higher Education And Information Literacy: A Case Study Of Tai Solarin University Of Education, C. Amalahu, O.O.E. Oluwasina, O.A. Laoye

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study explores students' use of information and communication technology (ICT) for research and the reason for choosing ICT as a tool. A questionnaire was distributed at a university of education, using a stratified sampling method to select respondents. The library and the e-learning centre were covered. The results revealed a high use of electronic media. Respondents prefer the Internet over the library. Problems include slow server speed, lack of computer knowledge, inadequate number of computers, noise from staff and students in the library, and an inadequate library collection.

Notes From Meeting With Library Director Michael Tyree, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Notes From Meeting With Library Director Michael Tyree, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Notes From A Meeting With Library Director Michael Tyree, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Wfc Disses West Bend Library, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

The Anchor, Volume 122.16: February 25, 2009, Hope College

The Anchor: 2009

The Anchor began in 1887 and was first issued weekly in 1914. Covering national and campus news alike, Hope College’s student-run newspaper has grown over the years to encompass over two-dozen editors, reporters, and staff. For much of The Anchor's history, the latest issue was distributed across campus each Wednesday throughout the academic school year (with few exceptions). In recent years The Anchor moved to monthly print issues and a more frequently updated website. The Anchor is now published in print twice per academic semester. Occasionally, the volume and/or issue numbering is irregular.

West Bend Library Thumbs Nose At Taxpayers, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

West Bend Library Thumbs Nose At Taxpayers, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

A Penny For Your Thoughts..., Georgia Southern University, Zach S. Henderson Library

Library Publications (1999-2023)

• A Penny for your Thoughts...

Grand Valley Forum, Volume 033, Number 22, February 23, 2009, Grand Valley State University

2008-2009, Volume 33

Grand Valley Forum is Grand Valley State's faculty and staff newsletter, published from 1976 to the present.

Lanthorn, Vol. 43, No. 46, February 23, 2009, Grand Valley State University

Volume 43, July 10, 2008 - June 7, 2009

Lanthorn is Grand Valley State's student newspaper, published from 1968 to the present.

Notes From A Meeting With Ya Zone Librarian, Kristin Pekoll, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Notes From Meeting With Kristin Pekoll Regarding The Maziarkas' Request For ʺBalance In The Selections That The Libraries Carry On The Homosexual Issueʺ, Ginny Maziarka

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Fear And Library Web Pages, M Peterson

West Bend Community Memorial Library (Wisconsin), 2009

No abstract provided.

Information Seeking Behavior And User Satisfaction Of University Instructors: A Case Study, Muhammad Rafiq

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

This study investigates information-seeking behavior and satisfaction level of teachers of National Textile University, Pakistan. A questionnaire collected data on preferred types of information sources and formats, methods for getting information, and level of user satisfaction of library services. The findings reveal that books, communication with colleagues and friends within NTU, journal articles, and communication with colleagues and friends in industry were the most preferred information sources. Both electronic/digital and printed formats were equally preferred by the respondents. The use of Internet and email is widespread. A majority of respondents prefer to visit the library themselves to get the required …