tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-218870392024-03-05T23:06:10.935-05:00Journalism @ the BSU LibrariesStacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.comBlogger87125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-23529749218748303492009-07-09T10:18:00.002-04:002009-07-09T10:24:05.133-04:00June 2009 library newsletterThe latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> is available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i6.pdf">www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i6.pdf</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>University Libraries Awarded Second Runner-Up Award in IGI Global Library Technology Excellence Recognition Program</li><li>Muncie Railroad History is Subject of New Publication, Exhibit, and Digital Collection by Mr. Michael Johnston</li><li>Steinbeck Monograph Series Added to Ball State’s Digital Media Repository<br /></li><li>Libraries’ Personnel Recommend Wide Range of Books for Great Summer Reading</li><li>Indiana Highlights in the Architecture Images Collection</li><li>Handcrafted Books in Archives and Special Collections Inspire Student’s Thesis<br /></li><li>Relax in Style: Joseph O. Cezar Architectural Records Collection Offers Unique Resources for Students and Faculty</li><li>Upgrades to ESRI GIS Software Now Available to Ball State GIS Community<br /></li><li>University Libraries’ Toolbar for Firefox 2.0.1</li><li>Librarians’ Liaison Program Develops Relationships between Academic Departments and the University Libraries</li><li>Bracken Library Hosts Jewish Studies Program<br /></li></ul><br /><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";"><a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i6.pdf"><span style="color: windowtext;"></span></a></span></b>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-38592581691788489092009-07-08T16:03:00.003-04:002009-07-08T16:11:40.277-04:00May 2009 library newsletterThe latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter is available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i5.pdf">http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i5.pdf</a>. Articles in the May 2009 issue included:<br /><ul><li>Size, Versatility, Low Cost — Contributing Factors to Netbooks’ Popularity</li><li>Libraries Provide Desktop and Wireless Printing Services for Students and Faculty</li><li>University Libraries Provide Digital Access to Muncie Redevelopment Commission Minutes and Other Community Resources</li><li>Changes in Technology Bring Closure to Bracken’s Periodicals/Reserves/Microfilm Desk</li><li>University Libraries’ Sixth Annual Faculty Technology Showcase a Success</li><li>Recent Art Purchase Award Helps to Beautify Bracken Library</li><li>College of Architecture and Planning and the University Libraries Collaborate on the Drawings and Documents Archive</li><li>Bracken Library Hosts Adobe Day for Students, Faculty, and Staff</li><li>University Libraries Offer Composite Research Experience to Students and Faculty</li><li>The Libraries Upgrade E-Journal Access with MultiLink</li><li>Library 2.0: Inexpensive Web Site Redesign</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-19478423727198100962009-05-20T17:55:00.003-04:002009-05-20T18:14:03.394-04:00New York Times photojournalism blogThe New York Times recently launched a photojournalism, video and visual journalism blog called "Lens." From their website:<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><blockquote>Lens is the photojournalism blog of The New York Times, presenting the finest and most interesting visual and multimedia reporting — photographs, videos and slide shows. A showcase for Times photographers, it also seeks to highlight the best work of other newspapers, magazines and news and picture agencies; in print, in books, in galleries, in museums and on the Web. And it will draw on The Times's own pictorial archive, numbering in the millions of images and going back to the early 20th century.<br /></blockquote></div>Check it out at <a href="http://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/">http://lens.blogs.nytimes.com/</a>.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-74645601001494516972009-05-13T16:58:00.002-04:002009-05-13T17:05:29.322-04:00April 2009 library newsletterThe latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter is now available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i4.pdf">http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i4.pdf</a>. Articles in the April 2009 issue included:<br /><ul><li>Friends of the Alexander M. Bracken Library Enjoy Sneak Preview of National Road Documentary at Annual Dinner</li><li>The Ball State University Libraries: Key Accomplishments FY 2008-2009</li><li>The University Libraries’ Goals: FY 2009-2010</li><li>Beyond Twitter: Developing Growth Strategies for the University Libraries 2020</li><li>Ball State University Libraries’ Archives and Special Collections Now Providing Reference Services in Second Life</li><li>Bracken Library Hosts <span style="font-style: italic;">Explore Majors Fair</span> to Help Students Learn about Career Options</li><li><span style="font-style: italic;">Archetype </span>Exhibit Provides Educational Experience for Art Students</li><li>Ball State University Libraries’ Personnel Share Expertise at the Midwest CONTENTdm User Group in March 2009</li><li>University Libraries’ Sixth Annual Copyright Conference — Lauded as Unique, Excellent, and Helpful by Attendees</li><li>Circulating Digital Equipment — Laptops, iBooks, Video Cameras, Digital Cameras</li><li>Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Updates from the University Libraries</li><li>Web 2.0: Video Chat</li><li>Profile: The University Libraries’ Metadata and Digital Initiatives Unit<br /></li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-91433196713229683082009-04-15T17:01:00.003-04:002009-04-15T17:08:18.398-04:00Historic newspapers digitizedThe Library of Congress' <span style="font-style: italic;">Chronicling America </span>website offers free digitized versions of over 100 newspapers published between 1880 and 1910. You can also find information about the newspaper industry from 1690 to present. Check it out at <a href="http://www.loc.gov/chroniclingamerica/">http://www.loc.gov/chroniclingamerica/</a>, and find more resources like this at <a href="http://bsu.libguides.com/journalism">http://bsu.libguides.com/journalism</a>.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-22102520853732198482009-03-19T08:51:00.002-04:002009-03-19T08:53:26.796-04:00March 2009 library newsletterCheck out the latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i3.pdf">http://www.bsu.edu/ libraries/ virtualpress/ libinsider/ libinsiderv7i3.pdf</a>. Articles in this issue discussed:<br /><ul><li>Libraries' Personnel Recognized for Years of Service, p. 1</li><li>Supporting a Teaching, Learning, Research Environment, p. 2</li><li>Libraries Receive Two LSTA Mini-Grants, p. 2</li><li>U.S. First Division Oral Histories Now Accessible, p. 3</li><li>Ball State Monographs Rejuvenated in Digital Format, p. 3</li><li>Partnership with Local Historical Society, p. 3</li><li>OCLC Awards Enhance Status to BSU Libraries, p. 4</li><li>New Events Calendar Introduced on Web Page, p. 4</li><li>National Road Program Presentation at Friends Dinner, p. 4</li><li>Libraries Sixth Annual Copyright Conference April 15, p. 4</li><li>Windows Vista Productivity Suite Used at Libraries, p. 5</li><li>Exhibit: Archetype: Future Designers Inspired by the Past, p. 5</li><li>Dept. of Theatre and Dance to Perform at Bracken, p. 5</li><li>Graduate Library Student Shadows BSU Librarian, p. 6</li><li>New Opportunities from Changes in Government Publications, p. 6</li><li>Music Librarian Presents Poster Session at Music Library Association, p. 7</li><li>Finale Music Notation Software in Bracken, p. 7</li><li>Top 10 Popular CDs at Bracken, p. 7</li><li>Web 2.0: My Library @ BSU</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-10016157377500745012009-02-24T16:26:00.002-05:002009-02-24T16:28:45.538-05:00February 2009 library newsletterYou can read the February 2009 issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider </span>at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i2.pdf">www.bsu.edu/ libraries/ virtualpress/ libinsider/ libinsiderv7i2.pdf</a>. Articles in the issue included:<br /><ul><li>Students and Faculty Express Valentine Feelings for Bracken Library, p. 1</li><li>Sororities and Fraternities are a Good Partnership, p. 1</li><li>Librarians Create a Mobiquitous Environment, p. 2</li><li>Renovations Begins to Create the Schwartz Digital Complex, p. 2</li><li>From Chained Books to Global Access through Digitization, p. 3</li><li>Libraries Provide New GIS Datasets to Henry and Delaware Counties, p. 3</li><li>New Professional’s Perspective Following ALA Midwinter, p. 4</li><li>Libraries’ New MultiSearch Allows Multiple Database Searching, p. 4</li><li>Labeling Flash Drives with Identification, p. 5</li><li>Cell Phones are Collaborative Tools, p. 5</li><li>University Provides BSUGuest WiFI Network, p. 5</li><li>Using Virtual Serviers to Expand Services in the Libraries, p. 6</li><li>Conveniences Using Bracken’s Study and Conference Rooms, p. 6</li><li>Library 2.0: Evernote Software, p. 7</li><li>Gartner Resources Bring Valuable Content to Campus, p. 7</li><li>Profile: Helen A. Ulrich, Architecture Library Coordinator, p. 8</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-18454247945958541892009-02-24T16:23:00.001-05:002009-02-24T16:25:35.002-05:00January 2009 library newsletterIn case you missed it, the January 2009 issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter is available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i1.pdf">www.bsu.edu/ libraries/ virtualpress/ libinsider/ libinsiderv7i1.pdf</a>. Articles in the issue included:<br /><ul><li>Libraries: Experiencing Critical Thinking and Visual Rhetoric, p. 1</li><li>Digital Development Success in Past Year, Future Plans, p. 2</li><li>Upcoming Exhibit to Celebrate African-American History, p. 2</li><li>Libraries Announce MultiSearch Software, p. 3</li><li>EndNote 2X Citation Management Software, p. 3</li><li>Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Provide Christmas Cheer, p. 3</li><li>Mystery Collect: A Collection Management Perspective, p. 4</li><li>Web 2.0” Using a Library Web Laboratory, p. 5</li><li>Unique Services of the Libraries’ Copyright Office, p. 6</li><li>New Technology Solutions for Improving Access to Archives, p. 6</li><li>Google Agreement: Its Impact on Libraries, p. 7</li><li>Text Messaging Reference Services, p. 7</li><li>Profile: Kristi Pittsenbarger, Secretary to Dean, p. 8</li><li>Students, Faculty, Staff Watch Inaugural at Bracken, p. 8</li></ul><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";"><a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv7i1.pdf"></a> </span>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-22194037813299089382009-01-08T12:58:00.004-05:002009-01-08T13:05:37.390-05:00December 2008 library newsletterCheck out the latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter, available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv6i12.pdf">www.bsu.edu/ libraries/ virtualpress/ libinsider/ libinsiderv6i12.pdf</a>.<br /><br />Articles in this issue include:<br /><ol><li> Campus Community Experiences Cultural Diversity at Bracken Library, p. 1</li><li>Libraries Complete another Excellent Semester, p. 2</li><li>New Vice President for Information Technology, p. 2</li><li>Grant-Supported Projects Build Digital Resources, p. 3</li><li> Highlights from November 2008 at the Libraries, p. 4</li><li> Sandy K. Duncan, Interlibrary Loan Assistant, p. 5</li><li> Chat Widgets Increase Number of Reference Questions, p. 5</li><li> Bibliography for University’s Customer Service Training, p. 6</li><li> Libraries’ Tour Familiarizes Fraternity Members with Resources, p. 6</li><li> Libraries Update CitationLinker, p. 7</li><li> Bracken Offers Temporary Learning Spaces for Displaced Classes, p. 7</li><li> Workshop Addresses Usefulness of Wikipedia, p. 8</li><li> Embedded PDF Files and Media Players in CONTENTdm Records, p. 8</li><li> Architecture Library Inventory Project, p. 9</li><li> New “Library Materials Request Form” Improves Communication, p. 9</li><li> Library 2.0: Collaboration Tools – Wiki, p. 10</li><li> API Programming Extends Capabilities of the Integrated Library System, p. 11</li><li> An Overview of the Sixth Annual Digital Institute, p. 12</li><li> Libraries’ GIS Expert Receives Certification as a GIS Professional, p. 12</li><li>Two Librarians Contribute to Book – Digital Scholarship, p. 13</li></ol>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-53080727300375909692008-11-22T16:13:00.000-05:002008-11-22T16:16:07.072-05:00November 2008 library newsletterThe latest issue of the Ball State University Libraries' newsletter, the Library Insider, is available at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/libraries/virtualpress/libinsider/libinsiderv6i11.pdf">www.bsu.edu/ libraries/ virtualpress/ libinsider/ libinsiderv6i11.pdf</a><br />Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>Tech4U Showcase of Emerging Media and Other Technologies, p. 1</li><li>Applying Metrics to Measure Outcomes, p. 2</li><li>Highlights from October at the Libraries, p. 3</li><li>Technology Training Support Services: Making an Impact, p. 4</li><li>French Revolution Pamphlets Available in Digital Format, p. 5</li><li>Library 2.0: Jing Project – Another Free and Useful Tool, p. 6</li><li>ATM at Bracken Library, p. 6</li><li>University Libraries Green, p. 6</li><li>Program Honors Native American Heritage Month, p. 7</li><li>Native Americans at the Crossroads, p. 7</li><li>Interlibrary Loan Services, p. 7</li><li>Bracken Hosts International Festival, p. 8</li><li>GIS Specialist Creates Maps for Indiana Education Project, p. 9</li><li>Friends Holds Annual Fall Board Meeting, p. 10</li><li>Zoomify Technology Used to Enhance Digital Collections, p. 11</li><li>Profile: Diane E. Hill, Media Librarian, p. 12</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-79702594494469470912008-10-30T14:10:00.004-04:002008-10-30T14:27:46.412-04:00October 2008 library newsletter<span style="font-family: arial;font-family:";font-size:85%;" >The latest issue of the Ball State University <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider </span>newsletter is now available online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider</a>. Articles in the October 2008 issue included:<br /></span><ul style="font-family: arial;font-family:arial;" ><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Libraries’ Personnel Make a Difference by Volunteering, p. 1</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Libraries Promote an Undergraduate Research Culture to Support Immersive Learning, p. 2</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Steinbeck Lecture Series Featured Dr. B.A. Heavilin, p. 3</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Internship in the Archives and Special Collections, p. 3</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Get Well Soon Wish to Dante Love, p. 4</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Mystery Collection by Women Authors, p. 5</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Displays Promote Collection Use, p. 5</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Libraries’ New Video Shares a Student’s Testimony, p. 6</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Library 2.0: Free and Useful Web Tools for Librarians, p. 6</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Ball State’s Institutional Repository, p. 7</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">How to be Green While Providing Red Hot Technology, p. 7</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Election Resources, p. 8</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Brian Knowles’ Choice to become an Archivist, p. 9</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Ball State’s Digital Policy Institute’s National Conference, p. 9</span></li><li><span style="font-size:85%;">Profile: Kenneth W. Fadely, p. 10</span></li></ul><span style="font-family: arial;font-family:";font-size:85%;" ></span>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-58756281391289705432008-08-24T14:00:00.000-04:002008-08-24T14:04:35.213-04:00August 2008 library newsletterThe August 2008 issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span>, a newsletter from the Ball State University Libraries, was recently published. You can check it out online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">http://www.bsu.edu /library / virtualpress /libinsider</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>Garnett (Women’s) Mystery Collection at the University Libraries, p. 1</li><li>Indiana Libraries Become Members of SOLINET Library Cooperative, p. 2</li><li>Report about Computer Printing in the University Libraries, p. 2</li><li>New Fund Established to Expand Facilities for the Archives, p. 3</li><li>New Link on Libraries’ Website to Highlight Artwork in the Libraries, p. 4</li><li>Web of Science Improves Research Process for Students, Faculty, p. 4</li><li>Libraries Extend Loan Period for DVDs, Circulating Equipment, p. 5</li><li>Implementing Zoomify technology into CONTENTdm, p. 6</li><li>Libraries’ Amanda Hurford Speaks at ALA, p. 7</li><li>Libraries Host Indiana SirsiDynix Users, p. 8</li><li>Libraries Have Historic Map of Hungary from WW I Era, p. 9</li><li>Update about the Libraries’ Staff College Summer Sessions, p. 10</li><li>Performing Historic GIS Research at the Libraries, p. 11</li><li>Libraries’ Stacy Chaney-Blankenship Judge at 4-H Reading Project, p. 12</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-57290724029067502662008-08-06T17:30:00.000-04:002008-08-06T17:38:14.279-04:00Best websites for reportersDo you know where to go on the Internet to look at old websites? How about how to find SEC filings or property records online? The Specialized Information Publishers Association has recently released a list of websites every reporter and information professional should know, including:<br /><ul><li><a href="http://www.bop.gov/iloc2/LocateInmate.jsp">http://www.bop.gov/iloc2/LocateInmate.jsp</a> (inmate locator)</li><li><a href="http://www.archive.org/index.php">http://www.archive.org/index.php </a>(old web site pages)</li><li><a href="http://numbrary.com/">http://numbrary.com/</a> (statistics)</li><li><a href="http://www.switchboard.com/">http://www.switchboard.com/</a> (phone numbers)</li><li><a href="http://www.info.gov/phone.htm">http://www.info.gov/phone.htm</a> (government phones)</li><li><a href="http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/stats.html">http://www.lib.umich.edu/govdocs/stats.html</a></li><li><a href="http://www.guidestar.org/">http://www.guidestar.org/</a> (non-profits)</li><li><a href="http://www.sec.gov/edgar/searchedgar/webusers.htm">http://www.sec.gov/edgar/searchedgar/webusers.htm</a> (SEC info)</li><li><a href="http://www.secinfo.com/">http://www.secinfo.com/</a></li><li><a href="http://www.reporter.org/desktop/tips/johndoe.htm">http://www.reporter.org/desktop/tips/johndoe.htm</a> (backgrounding guide)</li><li><a href="http://www.pipl.com/">http://www.pipl.com/</a> (great people finder)</li><li><a href="http://indorgs.virginia.edu/portico/home.html">http://indorgs.virginia.edu/portico/home.html</a><br /></li><li><a href="http://www.statelocalgov.net/50states-secretary-state.cfm">http://www.statelocalgov.net/50states-secretary-state.cfm</a></li><li><a href="http://www.allwhois.com/">http://www.allwhois.com/</a> (domain lookup)</li><li><a href="http://www.networksolutions.com/whois/index.jsp">http://www.networksolutions.com/whois/index.jsp</a> (domain lookup)</li><li><a href="http://publicrecords.netronline.com/">http://publicrecords.netronline.com/</a> (property records)</li><li><a href="http://www.virtualchase.com/">http://www.virtualchase.com/</a> (research site)</li></ul>View the complete list of recommended websites in the <a href="http://www.magnetmail.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?recipient_id=147885935&message_id=503210&user_id=NEPA">SIP Alert online</a>.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-48392773619340933882008-07-17T13:00:00.001-04:002008-07-17T13:03:06.208-04:00July 2008 library newsletterThe latest issue of the University Libraries' online newsletter, the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span>, is available online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>University Libraries Provide Many Benefits to Students, Faculty, p. 1</li><li>Libraries' Services, Collections Heavily Used by Students, p. 2</li><li>Digital Rejuvenation through the Libraries' Digital Media Repository, p. 3</li><li>Microsoft Office 2007 Productivity Suite, p. 4</li><li>e-Mail Signature Blocks Provide Marketing Opportunities, p. 4</li><li>University Libraries Build Buying Power for e-Resources, p. 5</li><li>Books Help Us Discover the Past, Understand the Future, p. 6</li><li>About the University Libraries' Military Collection, p. 6</li><li>Information Services Outreach to Indiana Academy Parents, p. 7</li><li>Digital Humanities Summer Institute 2008, p. 7</li><li>Architecture Libraries' Visual Resources Curator, p. 8</li><li>Euro 2008 Soccer Brings Students to Bracken Library, p. 8</li></ul>For more information, please contact your library liaison, Stacy.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-84953916501901747962008-06-25T14:28:00.000-04:002008-06-25T14:31:40.463-04:00June 2008 library newsletterYou can read the latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider</a>. Articles in the June 2008 issue included:<br /><ul><li> Meet Some Friends’ Board of Governors Members, p. 1</li><li> University Libraries’ Program Goals for 2008-2009, p. 2</li><li> Newly Received LSTA Grants Support Digital Collections Development, p. 2</li><li> Upgrading Desktop Computer in Scholar Carrels, p. 4</li><li> Cardinal Kids Camp Explores Hero Theme at Bracken, p. 4</li><li> What Some of our Libraries’ Personnel are Reading this Summer, p. 5</li><li> Ditsky Collection Donated to Libraries to Enhance Stein Research, p. 6</li><li> Libraries’ Marketing Communications Manager Speaks about Library Marketing, p. 6</li><li> Contemporary Chairs Added to Bracken Library, p. 7</li><li> OCLC and Google Partnership Facilitates Research, p. 8</li><li> Membership in ALI Consortium Saves Libraries Money for Obtaining Databases, p. 8</li><li> Art Exhibit at Bracken Focuses on Human Drawings, p. 9</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-17722260842520441182008-06-11T18:40:00.001-04:002008-06-11T18:45:31.957-04:00May 2008 library newsletterThe May 2008 edition of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider </span>newsletter became available on May 19. Check it out online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>. Articles in this issue:<br /><ul><li> University Libraries’ Danny Taylor Receives Prestigious A. Jane Morton Award, p. 1</li><li> Ball State’s 152nd Commencement, p. 2</li><li> Furniture Outside Bracken Library Provides Additional Gathering Place, p. 2</li><li> Libraries Sponsor the Fifth Annual Copyright Conference, p. 3</li><li> Online Testing Proves Popular New Service at Bracken Library, p. 3</li><li> How a Digital Collection Grows, p. 4</li><li> Campus and Indiana Landscapes Available for Viewing and Study, p. 4</li><li> Donors Honored at the Friends’ Annual Dinner, p. 5</li><li> Student’s Thesis and Exhibit Focuses on Typographer Frederick Goudy, p. 6</li><li> Bracken Library’s Open Microphone Poetry Night, p. 6</li><li> Improving Research and Learning through Innovation, p. 7</li><li> Libraries Participate in Access World News Beta Test, p. 7</li><li> Libraries’ Employees Participate in University Sponsored Health Programs, p. 8</li><li> University Libraries’ Personnel Contribute to Midwest CONTENTdm Users, p. 9</li><li> Libraries Provide Students Rich Resources and Access to Food, p. 9</li><li> Media-Rich Summer Faculty Development Programs, p. 10</li><li> Ming-ming Shen Kuo to Retire from the University Libraries, p. 11</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-7220414053651771942008-05-01T15:50:00.002-04:002008-05-01T15:56:30.392-04:00April 2008 library newsletterYou can read the April 2008 issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>Joint Exhibit at Bracken Focuses on History of the Printed Word, p. 1</li><li>Bracken … Students’ Place of Choice for Getting Things Done, p. 2</li><li>Sustainability Planning and Implementation for the Libraries, p. 2</li><li>Libraries Offer Array of Emerging Media Technologies, p. 3</li><li>WebJunction Indiana Helps Librarians Provide Better Services, p. 4</li><li>Proactive Education Integral for Curtailing Copyright Infringement, p. 4</li><li>Accomplishments, Strategic Directions for Libraries Digital Initiatives, p. 5</li><li>Fifth Annual Technology Showcase, p. 6</li><li>Ball State Hosts Second Annual “Enhancing Online Learning Conference,” p. 6</li><li>Comment … Use of CONTENTdm for Institutional Repository, p. 7</li><li>New Collections Accessible through Digital Media Repository, p. 7</li><li>Government Publications Service Completes Federal Biennial Survey, p. 8</li><li>Libraries’ Toolbar … Free Download, p. 8</li><li>Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack … Free Download, p. 9</li><li>Update on Cardinal Scholar Institutional Repository, p. 9</li><li>Native American Resources at the University Libraries, p. 10</li><li>Gartner Resources Brings Valuable Content to the Campus, p. 11</li><li>Personnel Profile: Teresa L. Story, Collections Development Assistant, p. 12</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-46057405382309104232008-04-11T07:37:00.001-04:002008-04-11T07:43:30.787-04:00March 2008 library newsletterThe University Libraries published a new issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> on March 4, 2008, at <a title="blocked::http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider" href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>Gift to Promote Special Collections, Digital Resources, p. 1</li><li>Libraries Host Pledge Recital by Music Fraternities, p. 1</li><li>Libraries Partner in Grant to Develop Visual and Oral History Project, p. 2</li><li>Report from Annual Indiana GIS Conference, p. 2</li><li>College Mentors for Kids Group Visits Bracken Library, p. 3</li><li>Yasemin Tunç Part of Team that Receives Grant, p. 3</li><li>New Large-Format Plotter and Laminator Units New Available, p. 3</li><li>Managing and Accessing e-Journals at the University Libraries, p. 4</li><li>Libraries: A destination for research, learning, and … Facebook Fans, p. 4</li><li>Ball State Discusses Her Book at Bracken Library, p. 4</li><li>Enhanced Multimedia Computing Environment at Bracken, p. 5</li><li>Video Camera Lending Program Introduced at Bracken. p. 5</li><li>New Web Site Simplifies Finding DVD/VHS Items in Collection, p. 5</li><li>House Enrolled Act 1279: Enriching Access to Digital Content, p. 6</li><li>Profile of Annie M. Gholer, Standing Order Assistant, p. 7</li><li>Jade J. Metzger Wins Awards, p. 7</li><li>Friends Sponsored Events at Bracken Library, p. 7</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-2721339138950296702008-01-24T18:20:00.000-05:002008-01-24T18:23:17.341-05:00January-February 2008 library newsletterCheck out the latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>.<br /><br />Articles in this issue:<br /><ul><li>Libraries’ <st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Staff</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">College</st1:placetype></st1:place> Builds Personnel Knowledge, Skills, p.1</li><li>Closer Look at the <st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Ball</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">State</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype st="on">University</st1:placetype></st1:place> Libraries, p.2</li><li>Libraries’ Première Cardinal Scholar Institutional Repository, p.3</li><li>McVicker Civil War Letters Added to Digital Media Repository, p.3</li><li>Live Chat at the Libraries: What are they Asking? p.4</li><li>MAC OS X Dashboard Widget for the Libraries’ Catalog, p.5</li><li>Online Study Room Reservation System, p.5</li><li>New Media Finders for Locating Online References, p.6</li><li>New Video Tutorials Help Students Learn about Library Resources, p.7</li><li>Open Invitation – Become of Friend of the Libraries, p.7</li><li>New GIS and Map Tutorials Available, p.8</li><li>Visits to Off-Campus Sites Present Opportunities, p.9</li><li><st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Ball</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">State</st1:placetype></st1:place> Student Literary Magazine Added to the Virtual Press, p.9</li><li>New Subject Guides, Pathfinders, p.10</li><li>New Public Catalog Feature to Find Popular Items, p.10</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-27366037303100778782007-12-14T16:10:00.000-05:002007-12-14T16:13:06.468-05:00December 2007 library newsletterThe latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter is now available online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>. Articles in this issue include:<br /><ul><li>Heavy Foot Traffic Kept Paths to Bracken Library Open during Season’s First Snowfall, p. 1</li><li>Libraries Complete Another Excellent Semester, p. 2</li><li>Digital Assets for Learning, Teaching, Research Increase in 2007, p. 3</li><li>New Web Site Created to Showcase Digital Resources for Alumni, p. 4</li><li>Librarians Present at Indiana Online Users Group, p. 5</li><li>Student Videographers Capture Aspects of the Libraries’ Mission, p. 6</li><li>Expanding Awareness, Support for CONTENTdm-based Digital Collections in Indiana, p. 7</li><li>Strategic Information Initiatives Partnership between Digital Policy Institute and the University Libraries, p. 8</li><li>Cost-Effectively Managing Large Collections of TIFF Files—One Solution, p. 9</li><li>Libraries’ Ongoing Collaboration with Center for Middletown Studies, p. 10</li><li>Reference by Appointment Personalizes Research Help, p. 11</li><li>Online Recalls/Holds Keep Information Flowing, p. 11</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-22987473105753544222007-11-29T17:26:00.000-05:002007-11-29T17:33:05.285-05:00Congratulations, Daily News!Several student journalists from the <a href="http://www.bsudailynews.com/">Ball State Daily News</a> received awards at the recent Collegiate Media Advisers convention in Washington, D.C. To read more about the students' projects and their awards, please see the complete article at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/update/article/0,1898,-5107-56027,00.html">http://www.bsu.edu/ update/ article/ 0,1898,-5107-56027,00.html</a>.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-8479348890476509482007-11-20T15:22:00.000-05:002007-11-20T15:24:48.784-05:00November 2007 library newsletter onlineYou can read the November 2007 issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider </span>newsletter at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http:// www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>.<br /><br />Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>Students, Faculty, Community Visiting Bracken Library Experience Cultural Diversity at Ball State’s International Festival, p. 1</li><li>Preparing for Next Generation Digital, p. 2</li><li>University Libraries Reach Out to BSU’s Transfer Students, p. 3</li><li>Libraries’ Outreach to Students in Residence Halls a Success, p. 4</li><li>New GIS Resources Available in the Libraries’ Geospatial Resources, p. 5</li><li>Must Have Add-ons for FireFox Browser, p. 6</li><li>Dual Monitors Enhance Student Productivity When Using Computers, p. 7</li><li>Libraries’ Chat Services Continue to Grow, p. 7</li><li>Architecture Library Displays Student Exhibit, p. 8</li><li>Libraries’ Physical Processing Staff Demonstrate Book Repair, p. 8</li><li>Ball State University’s Virtual Press, p. 9</li><li>Friends of the Alexander M. Bracken Library Board Holds Annual Fall Meeting, p. 10</li><li>Steinbeck Scholar Mimi Gladstein Delivers Inaugural Steinbeck Lecture, p. 10</li><li>Ball State Cardinal Scholar International Repository, p. 11</li><li>Student-Run Radio Station WCRD Broadcasts from South Plaza, p. 11</li><li>Student-Run TV Station Uses Libraries’ North Plaza, p. 12</li><li>University Libraries’ Upcoming Events, p. 12</li><li>University Libraries Present Digitization Workshop on Nov. 9, p. 13</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-14996705905123311252007-11-09T15:26:00.001-05:002007-11-09T15:33:45.345-05:00Westlaw Campus Research library databaseThe University Libraries added a new library database to our collection this fall. The Westlaw Campus Research database (available <a href="https://proxy.bsu.edu/login?url=http://www.westlaw.com/signon/default.wl?rs=IMP1.0&vr=2.0&sp=000566098%2D2000">here</a>, log-in required for off-campus users) includes law reviews and news articles useful for corporate and legal research. In addition to these resources, it provides access to journals in <a href="http://campus.westlaw.com/search/default.wl?rs=WLW7.10&db=ADNEWS-AC&vr=2.0&sv=Split&mt=CampusNewsBus&fn=_top&spa=000566098-2000&rp=%2fsearch%2fdefault.wl">advertising and marketing</a> as well as <a href="http://campus.westlaw.com/search/default.wl?rs=WLW7.10&db=ADNEWS-AC&vr=2.0&sv=Split&mt=CampusNewsBus&fn=_top&spa=000566098-2000&rp=%2fsearch%2fdefault.wl">telecommunications</a>. Also of note, the Westlaw Campus Research library database offers online access to many <a href="http://campus.westlaw.com/search/default.wl?rs=WLW7.10&db=BRDCST-AC&vr=2.0&sv=Split&mt=CampusNewsBus&fn=_top&spa=000566098-2000&rp=%2fsearch%2fdefault.wl">broadcast transcripts</a>, including those from several Indianapolis news programs as well as national news shows, such as NPR and CNN programs.<br /><br />For additional information on this or any other library database, please <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/profile/0,1898,9057-1084-188189,00.html">contact Stacy</a>. As an Information Services librarian, she can provide research assistance and training to individuals or an entire class.Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-24901271652493088632007-11-01T15:11:00.000-04:002007-11-01T15:14:05.081-04:00October 2007 newsletter onlineThe October 2007 issue of the Library Insider newsletter for the University Libraries is available online at <a href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider/">http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider/</a>. Articles in this issue included:<br /><ul><li>We Listen! Intercept Survey about the Libraries, p. 1</li><li>Family Donates Art Collection to Libraries in Memory of Son, p. 2</li><li>Digital Oral History Conference Hosted by Libraries, p. 3</li><li>Kurt Vonnegut Marathon Reading in Bracken, p. 4</li><li>Librarians Collaborate with Business Students on Vera Bradley Project, p. 5</li><li>V.P. O’Neal Smitherman to Leave Ball State University, p. 6</li><li>Changes in Libraries for Computer Network Guest Accounts, p. 6</li><li>Libraries’ Staff College Helps Personnel Maintain, Improve Skills, p. 7</li><li>Marketing/Communications Conference Successful, p. 8</li><li>Libraries and Student-Run Radio Station Produce Ads, p. 8</li><li>Librarians Bring Research Workshop to Students at Scheidler Apts., p. 9</li><li>Doll Collection Newest Addition to Digital Media Repository, p. 10</li><li>Books on Trial Program Held at Bracken, p. 11</li><li>Inaugural Program in New Steinbeck Lecture Series, p. 11</li><li>Recent Additions to Libraries’ Electronic Resources, p. 12</li><li>Oral Histories Conference Showcases Methods to Make Audio Resources Accessible, p. 12</li><li>Libraries’ Upcoming Events, p. 13</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21887039.post-31738210322570609592007-10-04T17:36:00.000-04:002007-10-04T17:39:16.563-04:00September 2007 library newsletterThe latest issue of the <span style="font-style: italic;">Library Insider</span> newsletter is now available at <a title="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider" href="http://www.bsu.edu/library/virtualpress/libinsider">www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider</a>. Articles included in the September 2007 issue are:<br /><ul><li>Libraries Host Statewide Resource Sharing Conference, p. 1</li><li><st1:place st="on"><st1:placename st="on">Ball</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">State</st1:placetype> <st1:placetype st="on">University</st1:placetype></st1:place> Libraries as <i><span style="font-style: italic;">a Third Space</span></i> after Dormitory/Home, Classroom, p. 2</li><li>New Archives and Special Collections Homepage Offers More Access, p. 3</li><li>Bracken’s Study and Conference Rooms Offer Quality Space, p. 3</li><li>University Libraries’ Upcoming Events, p. 3</li><li>University Libraries Contribute to <st1:place st="on"><st1:state st="on">Indiana</st1:state></st1:place>’s Digital Memory Project, p. 4</li><li>Banned Book Week Program Features Authors of <i><span style="font-style: italic;">Books on Trial</span></i>, p. 5</li><li>Oral Histories with <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Muncie</st1:city></st1:place> Labor Leaders Now Accessible Online, p. 5</li><li>Mozilla Firefox: Browser of Choice by Many Libraries’ Personnel, p. 6</li><li>Libraries Offer Laptop Computer Clinic for Incoming, Returning Students, p. 6</li><li>Libraries’ CD Collections Provides Listeners Large Selection, p. 7</li><li>Microsoft Office 2007 and Other Software Update for Public Access, p. 7</li><li>Local Artist Nana Ekow Maison’s Work Exhibited in Bracken, p. 8</li><li>Librarian Liaisons Use Technology, Face-to-Face to Share Info with Faculty, p. 9</li><li>A Low-Cost Way for Achieving Global Access to Your Library’s Assets, p. 10</li><li>Distance Education and the Copyright Law, p. 11</li><li>Introducing the Libraries’ Graduate Assistants for 2007-08, p. 12</li><li>Profile: Diane L. Frankland Collection Supervisor, p. 12</li></ul>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15939802833296248552noreply@blogger.com0