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.

Need to return UW-Whitewater library materials? Here’s how!

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Barbara

If you need to return library materials, the preferred method for anything except equipment is the book drop on the outside of the Andersen building. It’s on the Wyman Mall side. Mailing materials is an alternative for those who cannot … Continue reading →

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Explore.org – live nature cams

Posted on April 6, 2020 by Barbara

Looking for something a bit different? Try a little armchair nature appreciation via Explore.org‘s streaming nature cams! There’s quite a variety from which to choose, including farm sanctuaries (sheep barn!), ocean/underwater views, cats, dogs, bird cams, and even a “zen … Continue reading →

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Physical library spaces closed / online availability

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Barbara

UPDATE March 19 Andersen & Lenox Libraries will close to the public due to the coronavirus situation. Please be safe and healthy, everyone, and take advantage of our online resources and services. More details are forthcoming. Remember that whenever the … Continue reading →

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Be Counted: It Matters! Respond to the 2020 Census

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Barbara

The goal of the 2020 Census is to count everyone living in the U.S. on April 1, 2020, and to count them where they usually live and sleep. In mid-March we will begin to receive invitations to respond to the … Continue reading →

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Andersen Library Hours: Break and Winterim

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Barbara

Andersen Library’s hours between Fall Semester and Winterim (December 21, 2019-January 1, 2020): Sat-Sun CLOSED M*-F 8am-4:30pm *CLOSED: TU-W Dec 24-25 & TU-W Dec 31-Jan 1 Andersen Library’s Winterim (January 2-18, 2020) hours: M-TH 7:30am-6pm F 7:30am-4:30pm Sat CLOSED Sun … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Hours (Library, Café)

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Barbara

Plan ahead! Hours of the Andersen Library and Food for Thought Café are affected by the Thanksgiving holiday. The Food for Thought Café will be close at 4pm on Tues., Nov. 26, and then it will be closed Wed. through … Continue reading →

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Learn about Census 2020

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Barbara

On Thursday, October 17th, at 6:30pm, the League of Women Voters of the Whitewater Area will host a public program in the Whitewater Municipal Building’s Council Chambers (312 W Whitewater St, Whitewater) about the 2020 Census and how to participate … Continue reading →

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Oct. 1: International Day of Older Persons

Posted on October 1, 2019 by Barbara

In 1990 the United Nations designated October 1 as the International Day of Older Persons to educate the public, raise awareness, and celebrate the older segment of the population. The portion of the population that is over 60 is growing … Continue reading →

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Overdose Prevention Narcan (Naloxone) Training

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Barbara

The Irvin L Young Memorial Library, Whitewater’s public library at 431 W Center St, will host an Overdose Prevention Narcan (Naloxone) Training on Mon., Sept. 16, from 6-7 p.m. Here is the library’s description of the event: Come learn how … Continue reading →

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Andersen Library hours & Welcome (Back) opportunities to connect!

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Barbara

Welcome (back) to UW-Whitewater! Andersen Library is open Mondays-Fridays from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (closed on Saturdays and Sundays) until Fall Semester starts on Tuesday, September 3. Library staff members will be out and about at various events, though, and responding … Continue reading →

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