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Perspectives Of Users’ Satisfaction On Library Resources And Services In Oyo State College Of Health Science And Technology Ibadan, Samuel Olukayode Olukayode Awotona Mr., Oluwaseun Lekan Ipadeola Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Users’ satisfaction is always paramount to the existence of any academic library. The need to meet the information needs of its users, the staff attitude to encourage client’s patronage and an inviting environment that is conducive for reading. Against this backdrop, the study was designed to gauge the perception on the relevance of the library resources, satisfaction of the library staff attitudes and perceived barriers to satisfaction. The study survey was conducted among the students of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology Ibadan.

Lanthorn, Vol. 53, No. 22, February 4, 2019, Grand Valley State University

Volume 53, July 9, 2018 - June 10, 2019

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

Self-Care Therapeutics And Non-Prescription Drugs I Php 319, Joanna Burkhardt

Library Impact Statements

No abstract provided.

Ic 038 Guide To Texas Nurses Association Records, 1986-1994, Texas Nurses Association

Institutional Finding Aids

The Texas Nurses Association records contains copies of The Advocate newsletter from 1986-1994, Nursing in the Houston Area manuscript, nursing practice survey, capsule 1984, 1993 roster and board of directors. The collection consists of 2 boxes totaling I cubic foot of various paper materials. Copies of The Advocate newsletter sustained some water damage. See more at IC 038.

Armstrong: Black Migration Through Space, Time, & History, Georgia Southern University Libraries

Library Publications (1999-2023)

• ARMSTRONG: Black Migration through Space, Time, & History

University Libraries Co-Curricular Outreach Plan July 2017 – June 2019, Rosan Mitola

Instruction Session and Workshop Materials

The purpose of this document is to align new co-curricular outreach efforts for undergraduate and graduate students with the University Libraries’ Strategic Framework

July 2017 - June 2019. The University Libraries contribute to student learning that takes place outside of the curriculum through a number of ways, throughout the academic year. This plan will be adapted and updated as needed to stay in alignment with the work of the Educational Initiatives department and the University Libraries.

Gottfried Keller And The Fictionalization Of Switzerland, Richard Hacken

Faculty Publications

Gottfried Keller was one of the best-known 19th-century Swiss authors of literary realism. This article compares and contrasts socioeconomic conditions of the Swiss during the Industrial Revolution with those of a counterfeit Switzerland that Keller fictionalized into a decalogy (10 thematically connected novellas) called "The People of Seldwyla." The most frequently quoted titles of the cycle are "A Village Romeo and Juliet" and "Clothes Make the Man."

Ic 037 Guide To Hgac - Agency (Houston Galveston Area Council) Records, 1975-1980, Houston-Galveston Area Council

Institutional Finding Aids

The HGAC Agency collection contains applications for Hermann Hospital, St. Luke’s, TCH, THI, Gulf Coast dialysis Center, Methodist, VA Hospital, West Houston Dialysis Center, UT System Cancer Center, and Zimmerman Medical Clinic Dialysis Center. The collection also contains annual reports, general information, spectrum, health service plan, health system plan draft, project review report, copies of the Health Times, newsletters, directory (water damaged), the Area Agency on Aging bulletin, and other related prints. See more at IC 037.

Access And Use Of E-Journals By Students Of Kumasi Technical University, Kumasi, Ghana, Serwaa Akoto Acheampong Miss, Ernest Boakye Mr., Baffour Ohene Agyekum Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Advancement in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has led to an immense change in the format of resources and the structure of services of libraries worldwide. Academic libraries nowadays are seen to be collecting not only print resources but also non-print resources especially, electronic journals. In reality, electronic journals have turn out to be one of the most used technological developments in recent times. This study focused on determining the extent of awareness, access and use of electronic journals by the students of KsTU. The survey method was used with questionnaire as the major data collection instrument. A population of …

Serving The Needs Of International Students: A Qualitative Study, Mandi Goodsett, Michael Baumgartner

Michael Schwartz Library Publications

This study attempts to discover the barriers that international music students encounter when using the library and conducting research at North American academic institutions. To these ends we implemented multiple semi-structured interviews. Most studies that have been conducted about international students and information literacy employ a survey, but other qualitative means of study reveal important insights into the needs of this population. In-depth qualitative research that explores the experiences of international music students has the potential to cultivate better understanding of this phenomenon so that music librarians and faculty can more effectively serve this distinct population.

Please, Remember Me: African Americans From Scott County, Ky, Reinette F. Jones

Library Presentations

Reinette Jones, who created the Notable Kentucky African Americans (NKAA) Database, explains how to use this award-winning library tool while introducing us to some lesser-known Scott Countians. They include Sgt. Harrison Bradford, who led the San Pedro Springs Mutiny (TX) in 1867, in the fight for fair treatment of African American soldiers, and Lillian Nareen White, the first African American woman to play basketball at UK.

Ic 036 Guide To South Central Chapter Of The Medical Library Association Records, 1966-2018, Medical Library Association. South Central Regional Group

Institutional Finding Aids

The South Central Chapter of the Medical Library Association records (SCC/MLA) contain organizational history, photographs, bylaws, reports, policies, annual meeting records, executive board records, meeting minutes, committee documents, local arrangements materials, membership directories, procedure manuals, newsletters, oral histories, and digital media. The collection documents the activities, people, membership, leaders, and committee work of the SCC/MLA, a professional organization of medical librarians and libraries. See more at IC 036.

Avoiding Predatory Publishing: The Role Of Librarians In Faculty Education, Ruth Bueter

Himmelfarb Library Faculty Posters and Presentations

Predatory publishing has become an increasing problem in recent years. Due to a lack of awareness about predatory publishers, faculty authors are at risk of harming their reputations by publishing their research in questionable journals. Librarians can play a vital role in educating faculty authors about this important topic. This session will review a variety of outreach and educational efforts that have been successful in educating faculty about the risks of predatory publishing at Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library including the creation of a comprehensive LibGuide, faculty consultation services, workshops, and social media posts. Future opportunities for outreach will also be …

Investigating And Proffering Solutions To The Information Seeking Behaviour Of Immigrants In The United Kingdom, Olubukola Adekanmbi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The aim of this study is to investigate the information seeking behaviour of immigrants in the United Kingdom, main focus was on the asylum seekers. The research method was extended literature review type. The literature review takes the shape of a systematic review. Past studies were used to know what has been done about the study and what is missing, which helped the researcher in creating the research questions. Data were collected from different findings of several researchers, the analysis of secondary authors were collated to form the findings of this research. International studies were mostly used because more research …

Open Access Repository: A Comparative Study Of Germany, Switzerland And Austria, Ramani Ranjan Sahu Assistant Librarian, Lambodara Parabhoi Mr.

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Abstract -

Open access movement has been changed dramatically in recent past years. And it has been supported by individual researchers, institutes, organizations and publishers too. The current paper is a comparative study of Open Access Repositories (OARSs) among three European countries Austria Germany, Switzerland registered in Open Access Repository Ranking (OARSR) (http://repositoryranking.org. ) website. It is also discuss and highlights about open access repositories, operational status, top ten repositories by collection wise and policy etc.. The study found that 181 unique open access repositories in three countries where as most of the open access repositories found from Germany160 …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Elizabeth Briscoe Wilson, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Elizabeth Briscoe Wilson served as Lincoln University Library Director at Inman E. Page Library from 1988 to 2010; the longest tenure of that position in the history of the institution. Born in Salina, Kansas, Mrs. Wilson graduated from Lincoln University in 1965 and then earned a Masters in Library Science from Alabama A&M. After serving at schools worldwide, she returned to Lincoln as a reference librarian and became the Library Director in 1988. Elizabeth led the crusade to build a new library on the Lincoln campus to replace the original Page Library facility. The new modern building opened in 1997. …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Lorraine Graham, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Lorraine Graham put the name of Lincoln University in the spotlight during the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. Graham, a native of Manchester, Jamaica, set many national high school track records before coming to Lincoln in 1995 on a track scholarship. Majoring in Criminal Justice, she went on to set NCAA Division II records in the 400 meter indoor and as a member of the 4 x 400 meter indoor relay. Both records were set at the NCAA II Championships in 1997. Lorraine graduated in 1999 but her track career was far from over. At the 2000 Summer Olympic …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Okine Codlyn, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

A native of Jamaica, Okine Codlyn came to Lincoln University in 2007 and immediately made an impact. As she was earning degrees in Drafting Technology and Civil Engineering Technology, Okine joined the Lincoln University Lady Blue Tiger Track and Field team where she was a standout performer; earning several All-American honors. One of her greatest athletic accomplishments came when she stood tall on the podium for her personal event- the Women's Heptathlon - at the 2008 NCAA Division II Outdoor Championships in California. Quite a feat for “Lady O”! Okine Codlyn busied herself on campus as secretary of the International …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Debra Foster Greene, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Dr. Debra Foster Greene is a native of Natchez, Mississippi. She received a Bachelor’s degree in History from Alcorn State University and both Masters and Doctorate degrees in History from the University of Missouri. Debra served in the Missouri National Guard and was employed with the Missouri State Archives and Department of Economic Development before coming to Lincoln University in 1996. While at Lincoln, Dr. Greene served in several capacities, including Professor, President of the Faculty Senate, Interim Provost and Interim VP-Academic Affairs. She was instrumental in gaining additional recognition of Lincoln’s Hilltop Campus Historic District. Dr. Greene retired in …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Zelma Lloyd Frank, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

As the wife of Lincoln University President, Dr. James Frank, Dr. Zelma Lloyd Frank, First Lady of Lincoln, was very active in the Jefferson City community and received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Lincoln University. She received her Doctorate in Education at The University of Missouri-Columbia. Dr. Frank is a member of Phi Delta Kappa, Kappa Delta Pi, and the International and State Association for Children with Learning Disabilities. She was a teaching and reading assistant for elementary students in Missouri, Massachusetts, and New York. She was very active with the Capital City Council on the Arts, Meals …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Edna Chavis, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

As an advocate for the elderly, Edna Chavis has made many improvements for seniors. She worked for the Social Security Administration for eleven years, where she recognized that “older people are the same as anyone = with the same wants and desires.” She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Science and a teaching certificate from Eastern Michigan University, a Master of Science Degree in Adult Education from Tuskegee Institute, and a PhD Degree in Social Gerontology and Adult Education from the University of Missouri. At Lincoln University, Chavis emphasized to her students that aging is a natural process. …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Lorine F. Knight, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Lorine Frankie Knight was born in Readyville, TN. Dr. Knight majored in home economics with a minor in physical science at Tennessee A&I State University. During her senior year she was offered a scholarship by Howard University, which she accepted immediately. Nine months later, she was granted a master’s degree. While she was finishing her Ph.D. at Cornell, Dr. Oscar J. Chapman, Dean of Instruction at Lincoln University, came to New York to interview Dr. Knight for a position at Lincoln University. The position included bring a classroom professor and the Department Head of Education. Dr. Knight served Lincoln University …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Carolyn A. Banner, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Carolyn had a Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Langston University and a Master of Science degree in Early Childhood Development from the University of Minnesota. In 1959 Carolyn came to Lincoln as acting principal of the laboratory Elementary School and Supervisor of Elementary Student Teaching. She nurtured and taught hundreds of Lincoln’s students to be the finest, most qualified teachers in the country. The awards she received were citations, and honors: AAUW Woman of Achievement Award, and the MUATE Outstanding Teacher Educator Award. She was elected the first Black President of AAUW in 1965. She was appointed to …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Carolyn R. Mahoney, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Dr. Carolyn Mahoney initiated her undergraduate career at Mount St. Scholastic College in Atchison, Kansas, and returned to her hometown of Memphis, Tennessee to attend and graduate Summa Cum Laude with the Bachelor’s of Science degree in Mathematics from Siena College. She received a Master’s of Science degree in 1972 and a PhD degree in 1984, both in mathematics, from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Mahoney was the 18th President and the first female president of Lincoln University. She brought a depth of familiarity with public and educational organization to Lincoln University. Her involvement in establishing a university on …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Rosemary Hearn, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Dr. Rosemary Hearn is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana. She is a graduate of Howard University, where she earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in English. After Howard, she returned to Indiana to enroll in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University, Bloomington, where she earned her masters and doctorate in English. Upon receipt of her master’s degree in 1958, Dr. Hearn was appointed to the faculty of Lincoln University and remained at Lincoln for forty-two years, serving the university in a number of positions. While at Lincoln, Dr. Hearn served on a number of state and …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Margaret Bush Wilson, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Margaret Bush Wilson was a woman of highly exceptional stature. She accomplished much in her life; the most prominent being the first female on the N.A.A.C.P. national board of Directors. Much of her career consisted of civil rights and urban development. Before Mrs. Wilson focused on her civil rights path, she was valedictorian of her graduating high school class. After completing her high school career, she began to study abroad, traveling to over six countries. These included: England, France, Ceylon, Japan, and her most extraordinary visit to India. Here Margaret met and spoke with Mahatma Gandhi which fueled her passion …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Faye Tull Carter, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Faye Tull Carter obtained a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Home Economics from Lincoln University in 1938. Upon receiving a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, Carter was appointed the Librarian at Lincoln University Laboratory High School. She was later transferred to the University library, Inman E. Page Library, where she remained until her retirement in 1989. During her years of service, Carter was promoted to the level of Assistant Professor. She taught courses in Library Science and Children’s Literature. Carter’s duties at Inman E. Page Library included creating displays, arranging picture …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Azalea E. Martin, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Azalea Martin, a native of Valley Falls, Kansas was a Teacher Education professor at Lincoln University from 1930 to 1957. She received her undergraduate degree from Fisk University and earned her Masters in Education at Columbia University (NY) in 1930 and came to Lincoln the same year. Ms. Martin was one of the original “Black Harvard of the Mid-West” faculty members and she had a profound influence on her students for many years. At her retirement in 1957, she was lauded by Dr. Sidney Reedy as, "an example for all students to emulate." Martin Residence Hall on the Lincoln University …

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Learntene Enlow, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

A native of McCarey, Mississippi, Learntene Branch Enlow earned her Bacherlor’s Degree in Elementary Education in 1953. Mrs. Enlow taught at Washington Elementary, Caruthersville, MO; Pruitt Elementary, Saint Louis, MO and Eastgate Elementary, Columbus Ohio. She returned to Jefferson City to earn a Master of Elementary Education at Lincoln University.Learntene was a leading proponent of the Lincoln University Day Care Center and taught there for many years. She retired in 1999. Learntene Enlow passed away in 2014 in Jefferson City, MO.

Legendary Ladies Of Lincoln: Caroyln V. Atkins, Mark Schleer, Ithaca Bryant

Legendary Ladies of Lincoln

Dr. Carolyn V. Atkins was born September 21, 1930, in Saint Louis, Missouri. She received a BA in Criminal Justice from Morgan State University, Masters Degrees from Washington University and the University of Central Missouri and a PhD in Criminal Justice from St. Louis University. In 1971, she was employed by the Missouri Department of Corrections as Superintendent of the Tipton Correctional Center for Women in Tipton, Missouri. Dr. Atkins was the first African-American to serve as a warden for the State of Missouri. In 1985, Dr. Atkins joined the faculty of Lincoln University in Jefferson City as an Assistant …