Author Archives: Diana

About Diana

Diana is the Reference & Instructional Technology Librarian at UW-Whitewater. She can introduce you to a variety of technology to help improve your teaching, learning, research, and professional development. Ask her about Zotero, tea, or technology. She is the liaison librarian to the departments of Psychology and Social Work.

New Stuff Tuesday — April 5, 2016

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Diana

Syllabus: Notes from an Accidental Professor by Lynda Barry PN6727.B36 S95 2015 New Arrivals, 2nd floor Lynda Barry, an award-winning cartoonist, also teaches courses on writing, drawing, and creativity at UW-Madison. This illustrated notebook recounts her thoughts, assignments, syllabus, and … Continue reading →

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T3: Excel Shortcuts

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Diana

Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for organizing, analyzing, and visualizing data. Here are some shortcuts that can make using Excel even faster and more efficient. Visit Microsofttraining.net for all eight tips. Today’s Date Ctrl + semi-colon key To ensure the current … Continue reading →

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T3: Apps for Airport Info

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Diana

If you are traveling over Spring Break (lucky you!), you may find yourself in an airport. There are several apps available for iOS and Android that help you navigate airports, decide on transportation options, and manage your travel. GateGuru Chock-full of … Continue reading →

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T3: Google Docs Voice Typing

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Diana

You can now use your voice to create text in Google Docs if you are using the Chrome browser. This new feature debuted recently and is very easy to use. Start voice typing: Check that your microphone works. Open a … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday — February 23, 2016

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Diana

The Tyranny of the Meritocracy Democratizing Higher Education in America by Lani Guinier LA227.4 .G85 2015 New Arrivals, 2nd floor Lani Guitier’s new book attempts to answer the question of why our so-called meritocracy can often be so unfair to … Continue reading →

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T3: Google Scholar Settings

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Diana

Google Scholar can be a great tool to use in combination with the Library’s databases. As long as you are on campus or using the campus VPN, Google Scholar will show you links that will help you find the full … Continue reading →

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T3: Presidential Debates and Google

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Diana

Google has just announced that they are partnering with Fox News Channel to bring more information to people following the Republican presidential debate tonight. If you do a Google search for “Fox News Debate” anytime after the debate starts at … Continue reading →

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T3: Printing Unofficial Transcripts

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Diana

Now is the season to apply for scholarships! You may need to print off various documents from WINS–here are some instructions. In addition, you can link to the Registrar’s Office for further instructions and tutorials on YouTube. Unofficial Transcript: Click … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – January 12, 2016

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Diana

Madness in Civilization: A Cultural History of Insanity, from the Bible to Freud, from the Madhouse to Modern Medicine by Andrew Scull RC438 .S39483 2015 New Arrivals, 2nd floor Andrew Scull, a sociologist and historian of medicine, covers over 2,000 … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: Soothing Websites for Stress Relief

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Diana

Are you stressed? Need some soothing visuals and sound to make it all better? Gaze upon these websites and feel the tension leave your body. In addition, remember that our Relaxathon continues today with therapy dogs coming in from noon … Continue reading →

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