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.

“It’s the Economy, $tupid…” series

Posted on September 13, 2009 by Barbara

The Fall 2009 Fairhaven Lecture Series will look at various aspects of the global, U.S., and local economies through the eyes of economists, historians and political scientists. All of these free and informative lectures are on Mondays at 3:00 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Remembering 9/11

Posted on September 11, 2009 by Barbara

Sept. 11 is a National Day of Service and Remembrance, as authorized by the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act (Public Law 111-13). I remember the morning of Sept. 11, 2001 very well. I was working at the Reference Desk … Continue reading →

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Library & Cafe Open with changes

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Barbara

Harold Andersen Library (HAL) is open for fall semester hours now. The Food for Thought Cafe is open M-Th 9:30am-2pm & 4:30pm-6:30pm, and F 9:30am-2pm. Staff & students should notice quite a few changes, including: 2nd floor (entrance level): a … Continue reading →

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Author Jerry Apps – Sept. 9

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Barbara

Jerry Apps will give a talk at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (Whitewater’s public library at 431 W. Center St.), on Wed., Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. Apps, a former UW-Madison professor, is the author of many books. UWW’s … Continue reading →

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Labor Day weekend Library hours

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Barbara

Andersen Library is closed over the Labor Day weekend, Sat-Mon, Sept. 5-7. We’ll be open for regular fall semester hours starting on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 a.m. Enjoy the holiday, everyone, and rest up for the work ahead. But … Continue reading →

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Follow us on Twitter

Posted on September 3, 2009 by Barbara

The Andersen Library has been quietly experimenting with Twitter…if you’d like to follow us, go to http://twitter.com/UWW_Library

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Don’t spread flu germs!

Posted on September 2, 2009 by Barbara

Welcome to fall semester, and flu season too. What a terrific combo! We’re all here on campus sharing keyboards and doorknobs and such, and we need to protect ourselves from germs that can make us sick. Of special concern is … Continue reading →

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Life in Occupied Palestine talk 9/1

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Barbara

Anna Balzer will present “Life in Occupied Palestine: Eyewitness Stories and Photos” at a Whitewater Breakfast Kiwanis Club meeting on Tues., Sept. 1, 7am at Novak’s Restaurant (111 W Whitewater St). Non-members are welcome. Anna Balzer is a Jewish-American graduate … Continue reading →

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Friday video (herding cats)

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Barbara

My blog posts usually promote Library events, services, & resources. But I saw this video on a blog about how to promote a reference chat service, and I simply could not resist sharing it! Maybe I can claim it’s relevant … Continue reading →

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Public library book sale

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Barbara

The Friends of the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library (Whitewater’s public library) are having their annual book sale through Friday Sept. 4, 2009. The library is located at 431 West Center Street. The library’s hours are M-TH 9am–8:30pm, F-Sat 9am–5:30pm … Continue reading →

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