PaLA Northeast Chapter Holds Annual Social

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November 20, 2013

11:14 am

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nepala fall social 2013On Sunday the Northeast Chapter of the Pennsylvania Library Association held its annual Fall Social at the brand new North Pocono Public Library in Moscow, PA. The theme of the social was Maker Spaces and we heard from Jared and Ellis from Make Lehigh Valley. Maker Spaces or Hacker Spaces are places/organizations for people to join and make things, usually electronics and technology focused but may include anything from knitting to soldering. Jared explained how Make Lehigh Valley was formed and the projects they have been involved with, like teaching classes for kids at a local science center, building a 3D printer, experiments with Raspberry PI and Arduino workshops. After the presentation, Ellis taught chapter members how to build cellphone microscopes.

Other chapter members demoed maker-type projects they’ve been holding at their libraries. Elizabeth Davis from the Scranton Public Library demoed Makey Makey boards and robotic programing. Brian Fulton from the Scranton Times-Tribune displayed postcards he designed and printed. Sheli McHugh from the University of Scranton demoed button making with the button maker that the Library just purchased and used at the Game Night in October. The demos provided an opportunity for librarians to learn about new programs that they may want to offer at their libraries.

The social attendees then toured the beautiful new North Pocono Library and enjoyed snacks and goodies provided by the library and the chapter.

Photos with Santa – Dec.6

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November 19, 2013

2:22 pm

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Save the date!

Santa will be available for photos in Weinberg Library’s 5th Floor Heritage Room on Friday, December 6  from 12:30-5:30pm. Informal (cell phone) photos are available for a donation, and framed copies can be ordered for $7.00. All proceeds will benefit the Weinberg Memorial Library 20th Anniversary Fund.  For more information, please contact Barbara Evans. (570)941-4078 or Barbara.Evans@scranton.edu

The Crisis in Syria and the Current Humanitarian Response – Mon. Dec. 2nd, 7:30pm

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November 18, 2013

2:11 pm

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Syria Dec 2 Flyer

 

The Schemel Forum has added a Collaborative Event for the fall semester.

Please join us on Monday, Dec. 2nd, 7:30pm at the Weinberg Memorial Library, Room 305 for a presentation and discussion of the Crisis in Syria.

RSVP to emily.brees@scranton.edu to reserve a seat.

 

 

 

How Can 500 Words=$500?

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November 18, 2013

7:00 am

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You can receive $500 if you are the winner of the Weinberg Memorial Library’s Library Research Prize!

How to Apply:

1. Complete the Project Application Form. (Individual or Group) Group winners share the $500.

2. Submit a 500-700 word description of the research methods and information gathering process used to complete a research project for a course that you take here at the University of Scranton. Your essay should include how you used library resources, tools and services to gather your research. (Upload along with your application.)

3. Submit a copy of your project along with the application, which can be in any format.

4. A bibliography or other appropriate listing of sources consulted. (Upload with your application.)

  • Use bibliography format and conventions appropriate to the discipline.
  • Cite all sources that you consulted, even if you did not directly quote from them. This bibliography may differ from your Works Cited or Reference List since it will include not only your quoted sources, but also your background material.

5. Ask your professor to complete a statement of faculty support. (Online form for faculty.)

Dates to Remember:

  • Application Deadline is Friday, December 6, 2013 at 4:00pm for courses completed during Summer or Fall

For more information, visit www.scranton.edu/libraryresarchprize or contact Prof. Bonnie Oldham by phone 570-941-4000 or email bonnie dot oldham at scranton.edu

Spotlight on Student Workers: Caroline Dress

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November 13, 2013

10:56 am

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The Library would like to recognize Caroline Dress, a Counseling and Human Services major, for her hard work and dedication to the Weinberg Memorial Library.  Caroline has worked in Media Resources/EDLAB since September 2010.  She is passionately involved both on and off campus as President of Students for Suicide Prevention, Business Manager of Liva Arts Club, Team Leader for the Harry Potter Retreat, and as an intern at NEPA’s Children’s Advocacy Center. When she is not attending to these responsibilities, she is most likely baking, watching movies, travelling, or spending time with friends and family.  After graduation in June 2014 Caroline plans to become a Clinical Mental Health Counselor.  Caroline finds that being able to meet and help the wonderful faculty and students of the University of Scranton is the most rewarding aspect of her job.  Her interest in movies and theater, her writing ability and helpfulness make Caroline a perfect fit for Media Resources/EDLAB. 

Thank you Caroline for a job well done!

Honor Roll, 1945

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November 11, 2013

5:39 pm

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HonorRoll

In honor of our many veterans: This Honor Roll booklet from January 1945 lists 1,835 University of Scranton students and alumni who had served in the armed forces.

Find photographs, documents, news clippings, and more about the many veterans in the University community in our digital collections.

 

Spotlight on Student Workers

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November 5, 2013

5:11 pm

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Did you know that the Library employs a large group of student workers? We really couldn’t function without them! Last spring, Library Supervisors met to brainstorm ideas for making others more aware of the important contributions of our student staff. In the coming months we will be “introducing” our readers to many of our students via this blog, concentrating first on those who will be graduating in May. We hope this “spotlight” of recognition will let our students know how much they are valued!

Wearable Technology: The Next Big Trend

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November 4, 2013

9:52 am

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November 13, 2013 – 12:00-1:00PM in WML 305

As more wearable devices (Google Glass, Jawbone Up, Fitbit, the Pebble Watch, etc) hit the market, it’s important to understand what they do and how they are being used. At this session, Joseph Casabona (System Integrator & Web Developer) will answer those questions plus explain how they are being used in higher-ed.

Google Preps Updated Glass Hardware For EarlyThere will be a live demo of Google Glass and more. A light lunch will be provided.

Sessions are open to all University faculty and staff, but seats are limited, so please let us know you are coming. You can register at www.scranton.edu/ctleregistration – under Technology on Your Own Terms.