January 2007 newsletter online

You can read the latest edition of the Library Insider newsletter at http://www.bsu.edu/ library/ virtualpress/ libinsider. The January 2007 issue includes the following articles:

• Bookmark Café @ Bracken Library Opens January 8, 2007, p. 1
• Portable DVD Players Available for Loan, p. 1
• Update on Libraries’ Digital Commons for Desktop Access, p. 2
• Digital Media Repository Offers Collection of Collections, p. 2
• Exhibit about Muncie’s Civil Rights Movement, p. 4
• Integrated Library System Upgrade, p. 4
• Libraries’ Instruction Program Strengthen Student Technical, Information Literacy, p. 5
• Staff College Provides Libraries’ Personnel Learning Opportunities, p. 5
• Connecting with Students Using Web 2.0 for Collaborative Communication, p. 6
• Libraries Expand SFX Link Resolving Technology, p. 7
• Xrefer Features Ball State University Libraries in Upcoming Case Study, p. 7
• Interlibrary Loan Response Time Continues to Improve, p. 8
• Developing Custom PowerPoint Application with CONTENTdm API, p. 9
• Libraries Add ZUULA.com to Libraries’ Favorites, p. 9
• Chapbooks Now Cataloged, p. 10
• Historic Chapbook Collection for Research, Learning, p. 10
• Stephen Abram’s 25 Technologies and the University Libraries, p. 11
• Videos, Public Service Announcements Highlight Libraries’ Programs, Services, Collections, p. 12
• WIKI Facilitates Collaboration at the University Libraries, p. 12

Welcome back, BSU!

As the Spring 2007 semester begins at Ball State University, we just want to remind you to check out these useful web services from your University Libraries:

• Ask a Librarian: Available by chat, e-mail, or phone, librarians are here to help you find resources and assist you with your research.
• Student Virtual Library: Gain quick access to the research-oriented resources at the University Libraries by using this web portal.
• Distance Learning Library Services: This recently updated webpage provides you with information about library services for distance education students, faculty, and staff. Be sure to check out our latest offerings here!
• BSU Libraries' Hours and Calendars: We're here for you most every hour of every day; use this listing of hours and calendars to find out the best times to call, IM, or e-mail us!
• Digital Media Repository: This repository of primary sources and other digital materials was created by the University Libraries for Ball State students. We hope you find it useful!
  

We look forward to working with you to make the University Libraries part of your success at BSU this semester!