Monthly Archives: January 2009

Google Earth Pro at Armstrong

Google Earth Pro is installed on these machines at Armstrong:

  • all computers in Armstrong 161 computer lab
  • a single computer, labeled “Google Earth Pro,” in the microfilm area

Recently, someone asked where he could find a computer with Google Earth Pro.  I’m sorry there was no sign at the computer in the microfilm area–I didn’t realize it had disappeared!

For future reference, when someone would like to know where software is installed, you may consult the chart at go/software.  The chart is also posted on the door to Arm 161.   The chart does not mention the computer in the microfilm area because GE Pro is the only special software on that computer.

Periodicals are Library Use Only

Arabella in the Serials Department recently alerted me to an incident of periodicals that were allowed to leave the Main Library, so here is a reminder about policy.

To ensure the availability of college and LIS resources, periodicals should not leave the Libraries.
They are library-use-only and may not be used outside the Library security gates.
This means that they cannot be used in the Great Hall at MBH, in the Rehearsal’s Cafe at the CFA or in the Cafe at the Main Library.

Please pay attention to all gate alarms. Periodicals should not be allowed outside the security gates.

The libraries have really nice places to sit and browse through journals and magazines, and users are more than welcome to bring in refreshments from the café (or elsewhere) to add to their enjoyment. Please explain to patrons that periodicals STAY IN THE LIBRARY so that everyone can have access to a valuable resource.

Many thanks for your attention to this policy.
Best,
Elin

Film Screening Media

A reminder!
Media scheduled for the day’s classroom film screening will be placed on a separate shelf after processing
On the day of the screening, media in this area may not be borrowed for individual viewing prior to the class screening
This affects only media scheduled for the day’s screening
This does NOT affect other media on reserve – regular loan policies apply
Media will be made available for individual viewing as soon as possible after the scheduled screening

Please pass on comments, concerns and observations – and your thoughts as students and as Circ staff.

Please feel free to post your comments on the blog.
I have also added a page to the screening notebook for your comments.

Refer any borrower concerns, questions or problems to a supervisor.

Thanks!
Elin

Room reservations in Armstrong Library

If you haven’t already heard Armstrong library is now taking reservations for two or more patrons for room 159. Located on the first floor across from our lab, room 159 has a large plasma TV, DVD/VHS player, and cable for laptop hookup. Reservations will be tracked using outlook at the circualtion desk. Signs posted downstairs will direct patrons upstairs to place a reservation. I will be going over the details of placing a reservation in outlook and the policies with each circulation student during your next weekday shift. Room 158 has the same setup as 159, but is not reservable. Room 161 will still be reserved by Carrie. If Carrie is not available, refer to Nancy or Todd. Room 205 located next to the circulation desk remain open and not reservable. Please read the room reservation instructions in the circulation manual.

Periodicals Counting Project

The periodicals counting project may mean that periodical resources are not returned to their place on the shelf as quickly as usual.
Please assist our users as needed in locating periodicals or microfilm/fiche materials.
If you are unable to find periodicals and microfilm/fiche in place on the shelf, remember to check periodicals holding/counting areas at each library.
At the Main Library, please also check the Main Periodicals re-shelving area on the lower level (the last set of shelves before you get to the shipping/receiving garage.
Thanks!
Elin