Category Archives: around the library

Books-a-log… Blogapolooza… Blogola?

Posted on May 17, 2007 by kyle

The University Library Blog needs a new name. It’s… a little on the bland side. Although some may argue that it’s perfectly fitting for the Library, I disagree. On the other hand, I could use some help in choosing a … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – May 15

Posted on May 15, 2007 by kyle

This week, I’ve chosen two unrelated titles, just that they had somewhat catchy covers. I know, I know, don’t judge a book by its cover. Relationship Sabotage: Unconscious Factors That Destroy Couples, Marriages and Families William Matta HM1106 .R45 2006 … Continue reading →

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Suggest a Book

Posted on May 14, 2007 by Carol

If you have ideas for books or movies you think the Library should own, try the Suggest a Book form. A librarian will review your suggestion and let you know our decision. If we order the book, we will give … Continue reading →

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Subscribe To Our Blog!

Posted on May 13, 2007 by kyle

With the surge of web 2.0 (what’s web 2.0) technologies like blogs, wikis, social networking sites, comes the development of services that make life easier. RSS feeds fall into that category by allowing you to quickly view new additions to … Continue reading →

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SRDS Media Solutions

Posted on May 10, 2007 by kyle

The Library is pleased to announce our newest electronic resource, SRDS Media Solutions! If you’ve taken a marketing or advertising class, you may already be somewhat familiar with SRDS. The company publishes titles critical to advertising and marketing, containing information … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned from 9/11

Posted on May 9, 2007 by Kate

The tragic events of September 11, 2001 impacted the way of life for many Americans. From government agencies to law enforcement, changes have been implemented to prepare for the next disaster. The National Institute of Justice utilized the knowledge of … Continue reading →

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Ask?Away Awareness Week

Posted on May 7, 2007 by kyle

Do you know what Ask?Away is? Then Ask?Away Awareness Week is for you! Here at UW-Whitewater, we call it Ask-a-Librarian, so don’t feel bad if you didn’t know. Ask-a-Librarian allows you to get help 24 hours a day, 7 days … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – May 1

Posted on May 1, 2007 by kyle

You never know what you’re going to find when you browse the sciences section of the stacks. How’s this for making science fun? The Physics of Superheroes James Kakalios QC24.5 .K3 2006 New Book Island, 2nd floor Studying for a … Continue reading →

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A Successful Book Sale!

Posted on April 30, 2007 by kyle

We’re pleased to report that the 10th Annual Friends of the Library Book Sale, held April 16-19, raised over $3,000! As much as we’d like to run off to the casino and gamble the night away, we’ll be a little … Continue reading →

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Working out… at the Library?

Posted on April 27, 2007 by kyle

Youtube has some real gems. And since it’s Friday, we’d like to point a rather amusing video that was found when browsing for entertainment. This video was made at Arizona State University in 1987 – can you say ‘retro’? In … Continue reading →

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