Author Archives: Susan

Looking for Accurate Health Information?

Posted on April 30, 2009 by Susan

There’s a lot of health information online. Unfortunately, it’s not all accurate. If you haven’t checked out the consumer health Web site MedlinePlus sponsored by the National Library of Medicine, you should. It’s terrific. MedlinePlus has up-to-date health information with … Continue reading →

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Washington’s Top Dog

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Susan

For those of you anxiously awaiting the “first dog’s” arrival at the White House, the wait is over.  In case you haven’t heard yet, the Obama’s black and white 6-month-old Portuguese water dog has arrived in the White House. Check … Continue reading →

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University Library’s Book Sale Begins this Week

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Susan

The University Library’s annual book sale is starting this week! There will be over 3,000 items for sale including new and used books (fiction, non-fiction, biography, mystery, children’s books), videos in various academic subjects, LP’s, magazines, cassettes, and more. The presale, which … Continue reading →

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WisconsinEye: Watching State Government Work

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Susan

Wisconsin Eye provides broadcast coverage of all three branches of the Wisconsin State Government—legislative, executive, and judicial.  This public affairs network, available on the Internet and on cable television, is a nonpartisan source of information, covering legislative floor proceedings, committee … Continue reading →

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University Library’s 12th Annual Book Sale

Posted on April 6, 2009 by Susan

Well, it’s almost that time of the year again. The University Library’s annual book sale is starting next week! There will be over 3,000 items for sale including new and used books (fiction, non-fiction, biography, mystery, children’s books), videos in … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – March 31

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Susan

The Global Achievement Gap: Why Even Our Best Schools Don’t Teach the New Survival Skills Our Children Need – and What We Can Do About It By Tony Wagner LB1607.5 .W34 2008 New Book Island, 2nd floor Are students in … Continue reading →

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