Author Archives: Barbara

About Barbara

I am a Reference & Instruction librarian, head of that department in Andersen Library, an associate professor, and a member of the General Education Review Committee and Faculty Senate. I've been working at UW-W since July 1, 1990.

Laurie Garrett @ UWW Nov. 5

Posted on October 26, 2007 by Barbara

Author Laurie Garrett will speak at the Young Auditorium on Monday, November 5, at 7 p.m., on “Betrayal of Trust: Critical Issues in Global Health Care.” She is the Senior Fellow for Global Health at the Council on Foreign Relations … Continue reading →

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Terry Gross @ UWW Oct. 30

Posted on October 25, 2007 by Barbara

Terry Gross, host of the Peabody Award-winning program Fresh Air on National Public Radio, will speak at the Young Auditorium on Tuesday, October 30th, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased to attend this event. Her 2004 book All I … Continue reading →

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Celebrate United Nations Day Oct. 24th

Posted on October 24, 2007 by Barbara

October 24th is United Nations Day. …um, what’s that? It’s the anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter on October 24, 1945, and it has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. In other words…Happy … Continue reading →

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October is Archives Month

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Barbara

Governor Doyle named October 2007 Archives Month in Wisconsin. 2007 is the 10th year Archives Month has been celebrated. There is a different theme every year, and this year’s theme is “Celebrating our Stories,” which is broad enough to include … Continue reading →

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DIPNOTE: U.S. Dept. of State Blog

Posted on October 11, 2007 by Barbara

Interested in foreign affairs? Curious about what diplomatic service is like? Have an opinion on foreign policy issues? This blog’s for you! The U.S. Dept. of State has launched DIPNOTE, a blog intended to provide “an alternative source to mainstream … Continue reading →

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Read a Newspaper-Learn the Unexpected-Be Inspired

Posted on October 4, 2007 by Barbara

I highly recommend reading a newspaper. You never know what you’ll find, and it can directly benefit you personally or inspire you to learn more and/or take action. You get more information than broadcast news provides, but it isn’t as … Continue reading →

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Poster Display: Undergraduate Research

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Barbara

The next time you’re in the Library, check out the displays of Undergraduate Research posters, in the area in front of the Circulation Desk and entrance/exit doors (near the Food for Thought cafe). Interested in getting involved? Information about the … Continue reading →

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Terry Tempest Williams @UWW Oct 9

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Barbara

Terry Tempest Williams, a naturalist, advocate for free speech and wilderness preservation, and author of several books, will speak on campus Tuesday, October 9th at 7pm in McGraw Auditorium. Ms. Williams is a native of Utah with a lifelong passion … Continue reading →

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Banned Books Week (Sept 29-Oct 6)

Posted on September 28, 2007 by Barbara

Banned Books Week is Sept. 29-Oct. 6, 2007. Have you read any of these? They are the most-challenged titles from 2000-2005. Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling “The Chocolate War” by Robert Cormier Alice series by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor “Of … Continue reading →

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The Resource (Library newsletter) – Fall 2007

Posted on September 21, 2007 by Barbara

In this issue of the Library’s newsletter, The Resource – Fall 2007: Welcome to Academic Year 2007-2008 Fight Academic Misconduct a new Way…with a Wiki! Database Changes Will Benefit Campus Flicks in All Flavors Student Library Trivia Contest Blog, Blog, … Continue reading →

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