Off the Shelf
What's new at the libraries?
Julie Gores
Issue date: 3/10/10 Section: News
Madison College student Maciek Smuga-Otto recently created a colorful library brochure in comic-style format for a class project. One of his main tag lines was "Books are Just the Beginning".
Throughout the year over 500,000 students walk through the doors of our six libraries. Often they express surprise at the wealth of resources and services the library offers. The blend of traditional and online resources and services provides students with many ways to gather information, ask questions or get computer assistance when they need it.
As Director of Library Services I know I am a little biased, but I must share that our librarians are some of the finest I have ever worked with. What makes them better than most, you ask? It is their unflappable dedication and commitment to our students. When we are doing library planning, very rarely do I hear words like "I" or "we," but I do hear the word "students" - a lot. Our librarians work closely with our students and receive feedback every day about how the library staff and resources helped someone complete a paper, ace a test, create a presentation or solve a problem.
Maciek's words, and your stories, are what inspired us to offer our first Library Essay Contest. We treasure those stories and wanted to get them in writing. Throughout March, students are encouraged to share their stories with us. We want to know how our libraries have impacted your Madison College learning experience.
The essays will be judged on grammar and style, but, most importantly, on the story they tell. How did your library experience impact your success as a student or in a class? The essays must be 500-600 words, typed and submitted electronically by Friday, March 26. You can submit your essay from the library's Web site at http://library.matcmadison.edu/. The grand prize is a netbook and the five runners-up will receive an Amazon gift card. Winners will be announced in mid-April. Good luck!
Other updates from the library:
Throughout the year over 500,000 students walk through the doors of our six libraries. Often they express surprise at the wealth of resources and services the library offers. The blend of traditional and online resources and services provides students with many ways to gather information, ask questions or get computer assistance when they need it.
As Director of Library Services I know I am a little biased, but I must share that our librarians are some of the finest I have ever worked with. What makes them better than most, you ask? It is their unflappable dedication and commitment to our students. When we are doing library planning, very rarely do I hear words like "I" or "we," but I do hear the word "students" - a lot. Our librarians work closely with our students and receive feedback every day about how the library staff and resources helped someone complete a paper, ace a test, create a presentation or solve a problem.
Maciek's words, and your stories, are what inspired us to offer our first Library Essay Contest. We treasure those stories and wanted to get them in writing. Throughout March, students are encouraged to share their stories with us. We want to know how our libraries have impacted your Madison College learning experience.
The essays will be judged on grammar and style, but, most importantly, on the story they tell. How did your library experience impact your success as a student or in a class? The essays must be 500-600 words, typed and submitted electronically by Friday, March 26. You can submit your essay from the library's Web site at http://library.matcmadison.edu/. The grand prize is a netbook and the five runners-up will receive an Amazon gift card. Winners will be announced in mid-April. Good luck!
Other updates from the library:
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