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LexisNexis Statistical DataSets is a module within the LexisNexis Statistical database that provides the searcher with powerful tools to access and export long data sets. Included sources range from agencies of the Federal government to foreign stock exchanges. Data is presented in both tabular and graphical form, and its presentation can easily be modified and... Continue reading “New Database: LexisNexis Statistical DataSets” ›
The Information Systems service desk opened recently in The Bridge at the Z. Smith Reynolds Library. The Bridge combines the information technology services of the ZSR Library with the IS Help Desk to create a central place for assistance with a variety of technologies. Services include ThinkPad support, instructional technology support, videography, multimedia services, and... Continue reading “The Bridge: Technology Services at the Heart of Campus” ›
Travis, Kristen and I went over to the IS offices in the UCC to attend the Information Security session offered by IS today. The program was a basic session on how to ensure that your data, (and the University’s data) remains secure. Sarah Wojic (from IS) led the presentation, and Mike Rollins, (also from IS)... Continue reading “Information Sec_rity is not complete without U!” ›
For Black History Month 2010, a number of titles from the ZSR stacks were used to illustrate the talents of African American artists. Continue reading “Black History Month” ›
A number of books taken from our Rare Books Collection at ZSR were used to illustrate the variety of book forms created by artists. Fine Bindings are also discussed and explained in this exhibit. Continue reading “Artists Books Exhibit” ›
Carol Cramer and Kevin Gilbertson worked hard to create a list of statistics about our library, it’s users and collections. This information was then turned into an exhibit. Continue reading “ZSR By the Numbers” ›
It is now 5:40pm on Friday, December 11 and while we’ll still continue taking food donations until midnight or so, our Food for Fines inaugural event is coming to a close. We took in a total of 319 cans of food that will be given to Campus Kitchen and distributed to the clients who use... Continue reading “Food for Fines Results” ›
On behalf of the Staff Association Committee, I would like to say Thank You to all the cash and food donations for the 2009 Turkeypalooza. ZSR staff donated 61 cans of cranberry sauce to Campus Kitchen. Many thanks and Happy Holidays! The Staff Association Committee Continue reading “Thank You!” ›
After 2 semesters of weekly meetings, we are taking a break from Teaching Teaching. We’ll offer a few teaching workshops over the next few months, and when there is interest, energy, and time, we’ll offer another series of workshops again. Please be sure to let us know if you’re interested!! For the new instructors, Roz... Continue reading “Wrap-Up” ›
Got fines and a desire to help the hungry in our community? The Z. Smith Reynolds Library will accept cans of sealed, non-expired food as payment for overdue fines. For each can of food donated, $1 will be waived from your library fines. (No maximum.) The program will run from November 30-December 11. (The Food... Continue reading “Food for Fines” ›