Book loss/theft
This semester the information desk staff have noticed that some of our newer textbooks and reference books have gone missing soon after hitting the shelf. At the same time testing has shown that our front security gates have not been 100% reliable when tested. In addition we learned that the alarm on the first floor hallway doors had been disabled during construction of the new teleconference room. This week UAPD informed us that someone had tried to sell one of our books to the Pima Community College Bookstore. The bookstore had gotten an ID from the suspect and UAPD is following up on this case.
In the meantime we have moved the TV monitor away from the gates to try to improve their performance by avoiding any interference. We’ve had electricians reconnect the alarm system. We’ve had our security company look into installing cameras at all exit doors. We’re waiting to get a quote from them. Please help by keeping your eyes open for any suspicious activity!
Campus Transformation
I have been in contact with the four deans of the health sciences colleges about the transformation process. The deans are very supportive of AHSL and, I believe, will ensure that the library will be protected from any major reorganization. However, it appears likely that the AHSC will be working to centralize business functions. We will have to wait and see what form this takes.
Construction to begin
Facilities Management will be starting construction at the end of next week on the three offices next to the Information Desk. There will be some noise during portions of this construction.
Exhibit publicized
The latest AHSL exhibit describing our liaison program in the Colleges of Public Health and Pharmacy is featured in the Pharmacy Newsletter available at:
http://www.pharmacy.arizona.edu/newsletter/sept2408.html
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Friday, September 26, 2008
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Publicity for PHRILS & PILS, 4th Floor
Publicity for PHRILS & PILS
For three days during the first week of classes Annabelle and Jennifer set up a table in the Drachman Hall courtyard to publicize the library liaison services now called the Public Health Research and Information Liaison Service (PHRILS) and the Pharmacy Information Liaison Service (PILS). They had around 250 visitors to this very successful event. Here are some photos:
Fourth Floor
Study carrels and tables have been moved up to the south end of the fourth floor. In addition, some of the moveable whiteboards have been anchored to the room dividers. All of the moveable furniture has been relocated to the north side of the room. The cloth on the carrels is awaiting cleaning. Once clean they will be available for use. So far some students are using the space as we envisioned it – as a quiet study area. Run up and see it if you have a chance.
For three days during the first week of classes Annabelle and Jennifer set up a table in the Drachman Hall courtyard to publicize the library liaison services now called the Public Health Research and Information Liaison Service (PHRILS) and the Pharmacy Information Liaison Service (PILS). They had around 250 visitors to this very successful event. Here are some photos:
Fourth Floor
Study carrels and tables have been moved up to the south end of the fourth floor. In addition, some of the moveable whiteboards have been anchored to the room dividers. All of the moveable furniture has been relocated to the north side of the room. The cloth on the carrels is awaiting cleaning. Once clean they will be available for use. So far some students are using the space as we envisioned it – as a quiet study area. Run up and see it if you have a chance.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Lots of news!
Nuñez to testify!
Annabelle will join Jana Bradley, Director of the UA School of Information Resources and Library Science (SIRLS), to testify before Congress in Washington on September 11 at 10 AM. They will testify as witnesses at the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities of the Committee on Education and Labor of the U.S. House of Representatives hearing on "Examining the Role of Museums and Libraries in Strengthening Communities." This bipartisan hearing will examine the role that museums and libraries play in strengthening communities and will look at the Knowledge River program which recruits Native American and Latino students to SIRLS and includes community outreach to teens to address health concerns in Tucson.
Carol also helping to govern!
Carol has accepted an appointment to the Arizona Governor’s Health Care Workforce Plan committee. She has already attended a meeting in the Governor’s Conference Room in Phoenix.
PHRILS & PILS
Don’t miss the new exhibits in the cases in 2101. They highlight the AHSL liaison programs in the Colleges of Public Health and Pharmacy. The exhibits were created by Jennifer and Annabelle.
Libraries or Librarians
Here’s a blog posting from Scott Plutchak, Director of the Lister Hill Library at the University of Alabama – Birmingham. You may agree or disagree but he has some interesting ideas about the core values of the library. The date of his post is August 27, 2008. If it’s been replaced with a newer post you’ll find his piece in his Archives on the left side of the page.
http://tscott.typepad.com/
Tribal Librarian’s Gathering
On Monday, September 29, the AHSL will be hosting a gathering of Tribal Librarians from around the state. A busy program is planned and there will be a variety of exhibitors. More details to come as we get closer to the date. Info at: http://phoenixfriends.wordpress.com/2008/08/29/you-are-invited-to-the-6th-annual-tribal-librarians-gathering/
From the College of Pharmacy Newsletter regarding incoming Vice President Dr. William Crist:
“Crist and his staff will occupy space on the second floor of Drachman Hall in the pharmacy wing, where continuing education and communications are currently located. Individuals presently housed in that space will be relocated.”
Annabelle will join Jana Bradley, Director of the UA School of Information Resources and Library Science (SIRLS), to testify before Congress in Washington on September 11 at 10 AM. They will testify as witnesses at the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities of the Committee on Education and Labor of the U.S. House of Representatives hearing on "Examining the Role of Museums and Libraries in Strengthening Communities." This bipartisan hearing will examine the role that museums and libraries play in strengthening communities and will look at the Knowledge River program which recruits Native American and Latino students to SIRLS and includes community outreach to teens to address health concerns in Tucson.
Carol also helping to govern!
Carol has accepted an appointment to the Arizona Governor’s Health Care Workforce Plan committee. She has already attended a meeting in the Governor’s Conference Room in Phoenix.
PHRILS & PILS
Don’t miss the new exhibits in the cases in 2101. They highlight the AHSL liaison programs in the Colleges of Public Health and Pharmacy. The exhibits were created by Jennifer and Annabelle.
Libraries or Librarians
Here’s a blog posting from Scott Plutchak, Director of the Lister Hill Library at the University of Alabama – Birmingham. You may agree or disagree but he has some interesting ideas about the core values of the library. The date of his post is August 27, 2008. If it’s been replaced with a newer post you’ll find his piece in his Archives on the left side of the page.
http://tscott.typepad.com/
Tribal Librarian’s Gathering
On Monday, September 29, the AHSL will be hosting a gathering of Tribal Librarians from around the state. A busy program is planned and there will be a variety of exhibitors. More details to come as we get closer to the date. Info at: http://phoenixfriends.wordpress.com/2008/08/29/you-are-invited-to-the-6th-annual-tribal-librarians-gathering/
From the College of Pharmacy Newsletter regarding incoming Vice President Dr. William Crist:
“Crist and his staff will occupy space on the second floor of Drachman Hall in the pharmacy wing, where continuing education and communications are currently located. Individuals presently housed in that space will be relocated.”
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