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.

Bats! Wildlife in Need Center program on Oct. 28

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Barbara

Erin Toohey, Wildlife in Need Center (WINC)’s Education Coordinator, will present this program on Bats of Wisconsin on Wed., Oct. 28th, at 4 p.m. via Zoom. Learn about WINC, Wisconsin’s bats species, why they’re important, and how you can help … Continue reading →

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Warhawks Vote!!

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Barbara

Are you prepared for the election on November 3rd? Have you voted already? Do you know what to do? If not, read on, but please note that the information below is specific to Wisconsin and may be different if you … Continue reading →

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Is Past Prologue? Polling and Forecasting in the 2020 Election

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Barbara

Dr. Eric Loepp, political science professor, will talk about “Is Past Prologue? Polling and Forecasting in the 2020 Election” on Thurs., Oct. 8, at 6:30 pm. This online public presentation is sponsored by the League of Women Voters-Whitewater Area. No … Continue reading →

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Virtual Career Fair! Tuesdays 2-6 p.m.

Posted on October 5, 2020 by Barbara

There are four more virtual Career Fair dates on Tuesdays from 2-6 p.m. Although each Tuesday is designated for certain majors, all UW-Whitewater students are invited to attend any or all of these fairs! Register at tinyurl.com/CLDCareerEvents. You also will … Continue reading →

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Study Abroad – virtual fair, library resources

Posted on September 30, 2020 by Barbara

The virtual UW-Whitewater Global Experiences Fair will be available to Warhawks all day on Thurs., Oct. 1, through Canvas. Andersen Library has resources, if you’d like to learn more. For country information, including customs, climate, politics, government, and more, try … Continue reading →

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Statewide forum: A Bipartisan Case to End Gerrymandering

Posted on September 28, 2020 by Barbara

The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin is hosting a statewide forum called “A Bipartisan Case to End Gerrymandering: Every Vote Must Count” at 7pm on Wed., Sept. 30. This conversation with former state Senators Tim Cullen (D-Janesville) and Dale … Continue reading →

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Election 2020 : Fairhaven Lecture Series, Fall 2020

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Barbara

The first Fall 2020 lecture in the Fairhaven Lecture Series will take place via Webex on Monday, September 21st, at 3 p.m.: Dr. Susan Johnson, associate professor, Political Science, and assistant dean, College of Letters and Sciences, will talk about … Continue reading →

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Andersen Library welcomes Warhawks! Safely, of course.

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Barbara

Welcome (back) to UW-Whitewater and Andersen Library! Andersen Library is open Monday-Tuesday, August 31-September 1 from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fall Semester hours start on Wednesday, September 2: Mon.-Thurs.: 7:30 a.m.-midnight Fri.: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun.: 1 … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the 19th Amendment

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Barbara

August 26, 2020, is Women’s Equality Day. This year is the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which guaranteed women the constitutional right to vote. People are encouraged to celebrate at noon on Wed., … Continue reading →

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Ask a Librarian chat & email service change on F May 29

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Barbara

The software used for the Ask a Librarian 24/7/365 live chat and email research help is changing on Friday, May 29th. This affects the chat and email links on the Get Help page. We hope for a smooth transition from … Continue reading →

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