Monday, March 26, 2007

In Common: Connecting you with University Libraries
Balancing Act: Caring for Your Aging Family Members

In conjunction with Common Ground, Boatwright Library is hosting a series of discussions on various topics that are "Common Ground" to all members of the University Community. Join us on Tuesday, March 27, 12 -1 and 2:45 - 3:45 in the Think Tank for: Balancing Act: Caring for Your Aging Family Members. What kinds of resources and issues do you need to know about as your parents (or grandparents) age? Join this discussion, led by an expert on aging, and find out how the library's collection of books, film, music, etc. can provide you with additional support and answers.

In Common: Connecting you with University Libraries

In conjunction with Common Ground, the Boatwright Memorial Library is hosting a series of discussions on various topics that are "Common Ground" to all members of the University Community. Discover the vast array of resources right here on campus and get to know other University community members. Two sessions will be held on each topic for your convenience. All sessions will be held in the Think Tank in Tyler Haynes Commons adjacent to the Office of Common Ground and the Center for Civic Engagement.

Tuesday, March 27: "Balancing Act: Caring for Your Aging Family Members", 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. What kinds of resources and issues do you need to know about as your parents (or grandparents) age? Join this discussion, led by an expert on aging, and find out how the library's collection of books, film, music, etc. can provide you with additional support and answers.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Podcast Tour of the University Libraries

You can now download a podcast tour of the University Libraries or listen and watch the tour on your PC desktop. You can also find the tour link on the library's website under "About the Libraries". Enjoy the tour!

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Biography Reference Bank: Now Available on the Library's Web Site

Biography Reference Bank is the latest online reference source added to the library's growing collection of electronic resources. This database includes biographical articles of more than 500,000 people, including full text articles and over 30,000 images. Connect to Biography Reference Bank through the Online Databases link on the library's web site.