The E-Resources and Libraries (ER&L) Conference did not disappoint! I’ve written up what I think is of broadest interest. Robert McDonald’s keynote address, “Dawn of the Machine Age? Near Futures for Libraries and Higher Education” was eye opening for me. I was unaware that a singularity is predicted by author Ray Kurzweil to happen in... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized last month. Thanks to all for... more ›
Personal Research Sessions (AKA “PRSs”) have been a staple of ZSR for decades! And during the RIO team’s summer retreat in 2025, Roz Tedford suggested that we repurpose two of our old roll-up banner stands (one floor banner from the 2022 ACC Festival and one desktop banner from COVID days) with new content on personal... more ›
Events in December and January Wake the Library, Dec. 8-12, 2025 — ZSR hosted students throughout the week with snacks, special programming, and extended hours for finals success! Writing Center Pop-Up Tutoring, Dec. 9, 2025 — The Writing Center hosted walk-up tutoring sessions during Wake the Library to support students working on planning, writing, and... more ›
About the Safety & Security Committee The Safety & Security Committee supports the Z. Smith Reynolds Library community by coordinating preparedness efforts, maintaining emergency documentation, and promoting awareness of safety resources and procedures. The current iteration of the committee includes Prentice Armstrong (2024–2026); Rodrigo Castro (Chair, standing); Thomas Dowling (standing); Craig Fansler (2025–2027); Patrick Ferrell... more ›
In the Fall, the ZSR Safety and Security Committee sent out a survey to evaluate interest in First Aid/CPR/AED Training. The response was so positive that the committee arranged for the Occupational Safety & Health Manager, Bridget Marrs, to lead a workshop during the intercession! On Tuesday, January 6th, 2026, eight folks from ZSR participated... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized last month. Thanks to all for... more ›
Throughout this blog post, you will see that Access Services and Public Services are used interchangeably, since for all intents and purposes they mean the same thing and perform the same functions. This past November, I traveled to Atlanta, Georgia for a two day Access Services in Libraries Conference, held at the Global Learning Center... more ›
November Events Crafternoon, November 3 Headed by Jemma Johnson and Danielle Key with support from the library Fellow Celina Seo, Crafternoons offers snacks and a craft students can make in the library. This fun study break aims to build connection and engagement with students while promoting ZSR’s Wellness Collection. On November 3, 83 people grabbed... more ›
The ZSR Library Admin Team approved three summertime “Lunch and Learns” for Summer 2025, and while Chris Burris and I managed to arrange two of them for last summer (one at St. Philip’s and one at the Delta Arts Center) we asked to defer the third even to December! As we looked around for Winston-Salem... more ›