We’ve just put a shiny, new interface on our digital collections, and we’d love for you to take a look! Some of the new features we’re excited about:
Take our new collections for a test drive, and then let us know what you think! There are still a few quirks we’re working out, so if you run into any problems, just let us know at digitalcollections@scranton.edu.
Photo courtesy of Film Movement
Join us for a presentation of the Norwegian thriller King of Devil’s Island at 7 p.m. Friday May 4, 2012 in Room 305 of the Weinberg Memorial Library. Dr. Kathryn Meier and Professor Mark Meier will lead a discussion following the film.
Described by Film Movement as the true story of the infamous Bastøy Boys Home correctional facility in Norway, the movie begins with the arrival of seventeen-year-old Erling, a rumored murderer. He clashes with the island facility’s governor (Stellan Skarsgård), who believes manual labor, rigid discipline, and harsh punishment are the only methods that can turn the boys into honorable members of society. Erling slowly rouses the rest of the boys out of their resigned existence, and encourages them to fight to lift their spirits. When tragedy falls at the hand of the cruel dorm master, Erling leads his comrades in a courageous and vicious rebellion that will bring them head to head with the Norwegian Army.
Directed by Marius Holst King of Devil’s Island is in Norwegian with English subtitles.
This free event is open to faculty, staff, students and the public. Seating is limited so please contact Sharon Finnerty at (570) 941-6330 or finnertys2@scranton.edu for reservations.
The Weinberg Library’s very own Cataloging Librarian, Michelle (Sheli) McHugh, has been named the Northeast Woman by the Sunday Scranton Times newspaper. Please offer your congratulations to her and read the full story here.
Earth Day 2012: Sunday, April 22nd
Earth Day is only about a week away! This list of U of S Earth Week events at https://foursquare.com/univofscranton/list/earth-week-events makes it easy to learn what environmentally themed activities are happening on campus starting with tomorrow’s annual Street Sweep.
Included in the list are Library activities like the opening reception for the Environmental Art Show, which will take place Monday at 7pm in the Heritage Room. As part of this year’s Foursquare Frenzy, there will be a special prize for the first students who check-in during the reception, and it’s not too late to submit artwork! Just bring in your submissions to the Library by Monday morning.
Want to learn more about how you can go green? Check out resources on sustainability in the Library Catalog or Research Guides.
You can also visit the Media Resources Center to watch one of the top sustainability themed films available at the Library:
The Foursquare Frenzy 2012 is in full effect! If you’re a Foursquare user and check-in to various venues on campus, be sure to upload a picture and you’ll be entered to win special prizes! The Frenzy runs from April 10-23rd. To learn more about the prizes, venues and rules head on over to this site.
The Library is participating in several ways. Simply by checking in to the Library, with a photo of the inside or outside of the building, after midnight you can earn the Bookworm Bender Badge!
Are you the mayor of the Library? We are giving away the “Save Our World” water bottles to anyone who earns mayor status of the Library. There will also be a special prize for the first several people to check-in during the Environmental Art Show opening night reception!
Check-in! Play! Win!
Good luck Foursquarers!
Our colleagues over in the Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence asked us to share this announcement:
VOTE FOR:
TEACHER OF THE YEAR
ATTENTION: GRADUATING SENIORS
2012 University of Scranton
Teacher of the Year Award
Each year the Graduating Senior Class selects its “Teacher of the Year.” Beginning Monday, April 16th, please vote for the faculty member who you believe best exhibits the following characteristics:
The award will be presented during Class Night on Friday, May 25th, 2012.
HOW TO VOTE: To cast your electronic ballot, access www.scranton.edu/toy
WHEN TO VOTE: Monday, April 16th, 9:00 a.m. – Friday, April 20th 5:00 p.m.
Remember a Faculty Member Whose Teaching Has Inspired You! Your Vote Counts!
The Library will be hosting its annual Environmental Art Show in conjunction with the University’s celebration of Earth Week. The Exhibit has a grand opening and reception which will be held on Monday April 16 at 7pm to approximately 9pm.
All are welcome to attend.
Please come stop by to admire the Artwork, you will also have the opportunity to discuss the various pieces with the artists themselves. Refreshments and snacks will be served!
