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.

Ocean monitoring

Posted on October 16, 2008 by Barbara

Last week I blogged about the International Year of the Earth and noted that one of the Year’s themes is oceans. Well, there are plenty of reasons to be concerned about our oceans and how they are faring, including their … Continue reading →

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Prof. Chung plays Debussy 10/14

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Barbara

Prof. Myung-Hee Chung, Music Dept., will perform Debussy piano works on Tues., Oct. 14, at 7:30 pm in the CA’s Light Recital Hall. I’ve attended her performances in the past, and believe me, no one in the audience will be … Continue reading →

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JA Konrath @UWW Tues, 10/14

Posted on October 10, 2008 by Barbara

Joseph Andrew Konrath, author of the Jacqueline “Jack” Daniels mystery series, will discuss writing, publishing, and his controversial marketing techniques on Tues., Oct. 14th, at 4:30 pm in the University Library’s 3rd-floor “Blue” lounge. Refreshments will be available. Konrath maintains … Continue reading →

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International Year of Planet Earth

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Barbara

International Year of Planet Earth, jointly initiated by UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) and the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS), has political support from 191 countries and partnerships with many organizations. The “year” runs January 2007 … Continue reading →

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October is Archives Month

Posted on October 8, 2008 by Barbara

October is Archives Month, sponsored by the Wisconsin Historical Records Advisory Board and the Wisconsin Historical Society. The 2008 theme is “Discover the Unexpected: Visit Your Local Archives.” It’s sponsored nationally by the Society of American Archivists. The UW-Madison student … Continue reading →

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“The Beatles” @UWW Sat. 10/4

Posted on October 3, 2008 by Barbara

The Beatles are coming! Well, sort of. “Revolution: A Tribute to the Beatles” will be at the Young Auditorium on Sat., Oct. 4th, at 7:30 pm. Your University Library has books, recordings, and videos if you’d like to steep yourself … Continue reading →

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Susan Jacoby @UWW Oct. 1

Posted on September 29, 2008 by Barbara

Susan Jacoby will speak on Wed., Oct. 1st at 7 pm in Young Auditorium as the first 2008/2009 Contemporary Issues Lecture (sponsored by the College of Letters & Sciences). According to the lecture web site, Jacoby’s book The Age of … Continue reading →

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Scott Russell Sanders @UWW 9/24

Posted on September 22, 2008 by Barbara

Dr. Scott Russell Sanders will speak on “Literature of the Environment” on Wed., Sept. 24th, at 7pm in Summers Auditorium (UC). Sanders, Indiana University’s Distinguished Professor of English, will receive The Society for the Study of Midwestern Literature‘s 2009 Mark … Continue reading →

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National Latino Heritage Month

Posted on September 19, 2008 by Barbara

Sept. 15-Oct. 15 is National Latino Heritage Month. Sept. 15 is the anniversary of independence for several Latin American countries (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua). Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence on Sept. 16th and 18th, respectively. … Continue reading →

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Science.gov expands

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Barbara

Science.gov version 5.0 was launched Sept. 15th, providing access to collections of reliable science and technology information from 17 organizations within 13 federal government science agencies. In all, researchers are provided access to over 200 million pages of scientific information. … Continue reading →

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