Dallas Campus 
Virtual Library News
Volume 1, Number 2                                                                                                                                                                         Spring,  2004
     

Contents

• What’s New
• Featured Subject Guide – Educational Administration
• Services
• New Staff Members
• New Book List
• Contact Information
• Library Staff
• Suggestions

What’s New?

New Faces in the Library

The library is proud to welcome four outstanding new members of the Virtual Library staff.  Larry Phillips, Cynthia James, JungWon Yoon and Marie Aschkar, all library and information science graduate students, will be working the reference desk, assisting students in the lab, and will be undertaking the daunting task of continuing the many and varied projects in the library.  Along with their responsibilities at the library and their studies, Larry is also a fire fighter for the Duncanville Fire Department, Marie works a full time job and raises a full time family, Won is a doctoral student, and Cynthia comes with experiences from both an executive level tenure in retail and education.  They're all incredible people who are committed to service, and we're very proud to have them aboard.  See the New Staff Members section in this newsletter for more information.  

Saying Good-Bye to Old Friends

This semester four members of the library staff moved on to new phases in their lives.  Marc Marchand left to take the position of Director of the Library at Cedar Creek Lake, Ramon Herrera became the LAN Manager for the Grand Prairie I.S.D., Susie Kutchi became the newest member of the University of Texas at Dallas' McDermott Library, and Brian Kemp got married after completing his Masters degree in December and moved with his new bride to Austin.  The legacy that they left behind here at UNT Dallas library is invaluable.  They are genuinely missed by their students and especially by their friends and colleagues here.  We wish them the very best in their personal and professional endeavors and thank them for all that they have done for us!  

Best Southwest Book Fest 2004

On Friday and Saturday, Mar. 26-27, UNT Dallas Library and the public libraries of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville and Lancaster hosted the first annual Best Southwest Book Fest at UNT Dallas. Free workshops on writing and publishing featured local and national authors. There were also book signings, book purchases, door prizes, a short-story contest for area high school students, a reception, and a BBQ dinner. Between 200 and 300 festival-goers came from throughout the area. Some of the comments we've received include: "thank you for having the vision to put on the Best Southwest Book Fest! It is another wonderful example of what makes this area special;" "congratulations on providing an excellent learning experience for adults and school children;" "my heart is still ringing little melodies of happiness inside my head;" "the Best Southwest Book Fest on Friday and Saturday was awesome! Thank you and everyone responsible. Please consider making this an annual event." With comments like those, how could we not consider doing this again!  Visit the web site at http://www.unt.edu/unt-dallas/bookfest

Library Use Continues to Increase

As enrollment at UNT Dallas continues to grow, so does the demand for library services and facilities.  A second full time librarian position was added to the library staff in the Fall ensuring that there are at least three library staff members on duty throughout the day and often times into the evening as well.  Because of the increased use during the evening, the library lab has begun using the computer labs across the hall from the library as overflow during the evening rush.  This semester new computer stations are being added to the general access lab, and we are in the process of exploring options for adding new public access terminals to the main library as well as group study rooms and additional study carrels.  

WebCT Library Section - Volunteers Needed

Last year the Virtual Library created a WebCT section for two purposes.  The first was to use the section as a test bed for future use as a library resource for students to add to their WebCT list of classes that would contain basic library information, discussion forums for class research projects, subject guides to help students with their research, etc., and the second to serve as a virtual means of communication for the library staff.  One of the first things to happen was that the Virtual Library staff held its first Virtual Library staff meeting!  

The Center for Distributed Learning recommends one year for developing a WebCT course, and after several months of development the staff communication side of the section is being moved to its own section and the live testing phase of the WebCT Virtual Library section for UNT Dallas students is drawing near.  If you would like to be a part of this project please contact the library or send inquiries to Marc Marchand at mmarchand@scd.unt.edu.

Virtual Library Special Collections Addition

Leora Kemp, Department Head and Librarian at UNT Dallas Library, has been acting as the historian for UNT Dallas collecting any and all materials relating to the growth and evolution of UNT Dallas.  These materials have recently been indexed, archived, bound, and organized into a 9 volume collection that includes newsletters, newspaper articles and advertisements, write ups, blue prints, photographs, memos, etc. beginning with the October 1998 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Report of the Special Committee on Higher Education in Southern Dallas County spearheaded by Texas State Senator Royce West continuing up to the present.  The collection has become an important tool for UNT Dallas staff and will assuredly serve as a fascinating resource for students, faculty, staff, and the community for years to come.

Share Your Story!

The library wants to hear from you.  We're beginning to collect stories from our patrons about ways that the library has benefited you, and we would love for you to share your story with us.  If you would like to share your story please ask a library staff member for a form.  Our continued success is greatly dependent on your input.

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Featured Subject Guide

Each newsletter we will feature a different subject designed specifically for courses offered at UNT Dallas that contains valuable resources for that subject offered at UNT Dallas Library for students and faculty.  Many other subject guides are available now in the library or on the website (www.unt.edu/unt-dallas/librarysg.htm).

This semester we are proud to feature the Educational Administration subject guide. 

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Services

Library Instruction

Far too often students, and faculty as well, are surprised to discover the vast electronic resources available to them after attending a library instruction session.  The primary problem is that one doesn't know what one doesn't know.  By scheduling a library instruction session for you and your class you're opening up a whole new world of learning possibilities and access to tools that will make the learning process a much richer and enjoyable experience.  Remember that two of the primary mission objectives of UNT Dallas Virtual Library are instruction and education and that both individual and group instruction sessions are available upon request.  Contact the library if you have any questions.  

Technology Assistance

Information professionals in the library field are no longer able to shy away from technology, and the idea of the stereotyped book worm librarian has gone by the wayside.  Librarians of today wear many hats and IT management, technical support, troubleshooting, and system development are now included in the repertoire of skills necessary for the information professional to provide services to an ever growing technology-savvy group of students, faculty, staff, and community library users.  

UNT Dallas Virtual Library, by its very nature, thrives on providing services to patrons through a medium that can often be daunting to even the most experienced computer users.  Continuing education students who may have been out of the classroom for years as well as students, staff, and faculty members who possess a high comfort level in a computer environment can all benefit from the Virtual Library.  In fact, while we enjoy assisting people of all skill levels with their information needs through technology, our bread and butter consists of helping beginners.  Just let us know how we can help you!  

Research Assistance

The library staff is comprised of librarians and graduate library students who are all well versed in advanced research techniques.  Marc Marchand, a library staff member, often says that he doesn't have to know everything; he just has to know how to find it.  That's the mission of every librarian, and  the best part about your library is that these professionals are available to you at no cost.  Whether you're working on a term paper or are doing high end research for publication let us help get you on the right track.  The only bad questions are the ones that are never asked!

Reserve Materials

From videos, books, articles, and other materials that may come from our library, the Denton library, or your personal collection, the library offers faculty members the ability to put materials on reserve for their students to use.  If you have materials that you would like to have put on reserve for your class please contact us, and we'll take care of the rest.  

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New Staff Members

* Larry Phillips
* Library/Lab Student Assistant
* Email: lphillips@scd.unt.edu
* Info: "I was born in northwest Illinois, raised in the DFW (Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas) area. I am a graduate of Kimball High School (Dallas), Mt. View Community College -A.S. in math and science (Dallas), and the University of Texas Health Science Center @ Dallas -B.S. -School of Rehabilitation Science. I have been a firefighter/paramedic since 1980. I have been a UNT School of Library and Information Science student since January- 2003. I plan to complete the Graduate Academic Certificate in Youth Services in Libraries and Information Settings by December 2004. I have worked for UNT Dallas Library/Lab since January- 2004. My other part-time jobs are: nineteen nieces and nephews, real estate broker and research."

* Marie Aschkar
* Library/Lab Student Assistant
* Email: maschkar@scd.unt.edu
* Info: Marie is a graduate student in the School of Library and Information Sciences.  She obtained her bachelors degree from UNT in Applied Technology.  Her goal is to complete the masters program and pursue a Ph.D. in Library Science.  "I want to get enough knowledge in this field,” says Marie, "so that I can be a great mentor to others.”  Marie’s extensive experience in financial management and a broad range of technology skills has proven to be a real asset in her responsibilities in the library. 

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*Cynthia James
*Library/Lab Student Assistant
*Email: cjames@scd.unt.edu
*Info: "I graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Education. I have taught fourth grade in Cedar Hill and McKinney Independent School Districts, and currently work as a supervisor for Target Stores, Inc. I am working to achieve my Masters degree in Library Science. My goal is to become an elementary school librarian. I love working with children, and enjoy seeing them discover knowledge through technology and the magic in a favorite storybook."

*Jung-Won Yoon
*Library/Lab Student Assistant
*Email: 
*Info: "I am from Seoul , Korea . I got a bachelor and master degree in Library and Information Science from my home country. Now, I am working at the dissertation which is about image retrieval. … When you have no idea how to express what you are interested in, how do you search images?”

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New Book List

Su, Di, ed. Evolution in Reference and Information Services: The Impact of the Internet. Binghamton , NY : The Haworth Press, c2001. A volume aimed at reference librarians in general and electronic services librarians in particular, this volume focuses on the impact of the Internet in reference service and shares some practical issues common in daily work. Co-published simultaneously as The Reference Librarian, Number 74 2001. (Call # Z 711.47 .E96 2001 c.2) 6/25/03

Atkins, R., Fegley, S., and Hart, D. Personality and Development in Childhood: A Person-Centered Approach.   Boston , MA : Blackwell Publishing, 2003.  An edition of the Monographs of the Society for Research in Child Development, this volume focuses on the development of personality in children.  The emphasis placed on personality development is with academic achievement and behavior, with a look at Head Start.  Additional commentary by Richard Robins and Jessica Tracy. (Call # LB 1103 .S6 v.68 no.1 c.2) 8/13/03

Step by Step: Microsoft Access Version 2002. Redmond , WA : Microsoft Press, 2001.  This book provides instructions on how to use Microsoft Access to create databases, forms, etc.  Instructions take the user through process step-by-step and includes clear screen-shots.  Volume includes a CD-ROM with practice files. (Call #QA 76.9 .D3 M55698 2001) 8/13/03

Casey, Anne Marie, ed. Off-Campus Library Services. New York , NY : The Hawthorn Information Press, 2001.  This is a compilation of presentations at the 9^th Off-Campus Library Services Conference.  Topics included are marketing, methods of communicating with students and providing support, creating web applications for full-text access, and providing instruction to distance students. Co-published simultaneously as Journal of Library Administration, Vol. 31, Nos. 3 / 4 2001 and Vol. 32, Nos. 1 / 2 2001. (Call #Z 675 .U5 O452 2001 c.2) 8/13/03

Sarkodie-Mensah, Kwasi, ed. Helping the Difficult Library Patron: New Approaches to Examining and Resolving a Long-Standing and Ongoing Problem. New York , NY : The Hawthorn Information Press, 2002.  This book explores the issue of many libraries: the problem patron.  Explored are various types of problem patrons and why they are problematic, problems or issues of in-person or online problem patrons, and methods for dealing with these patrons through psychology, customer service, coping, and staff competency.  Co-published simultaneously as The Reference Librarian, Nos. 75 / 76 2002. (Call #Z 711 .H437 2002 c.2) 8/13/03

Buxbaum, Shari , ed. Library Services for Business Students in Distance Education: Issues and Trends. New York , NY : The Hawthorn Information Press, 2002.  Covered in this book are issues regarding business students in a distance education setting.  Topics included are copyright issues, the role of libraries in online course development and provision of services, and creating tool-sets for business information.  Co-published simultaneously as Journal of Business & Finance Librarianship, Vol. 7, Nos. 2 / 3 2002. (Call #Z 718.85 .L54 2002 c.2) 8/13/03

Higgins, Pamela L., ed. Libraries and Electronic Resources: New Partnerships, New Practices, New Perspectives. New York , NY : The Hawthorn Information Press, 2001.  In this book, issues of online books, articles, and digital libraries are discussed, including standards, the Open Archive Initiative, and global consortia.  Co-published simultaneously as Journal of Library Administration, Vol. 35, Nos. 1 / 2 2001. (Call #Z 716.6 .L495 2001 c.2) 8/13/03

Forester, James JF and Kevin Kinser, eds. Higher Education in the United States : An Encyclopedia, Vols. 1 & 2. Santa Barbara , CA : ABC-CLIO, 2002.  This alphabetically arranged encyclopedia of issues and terminology of higher education provides brief overviews of aspects of college education in the U.S. after World War II.  Issues range from Academic Advising to the Internet in Higher Education to Virtual Universities and much more. (Call #LA 225 .H54 2002 v.1 & 2, c.2) 8/13/03

Hawkings, David and Brian Nutting, Eds. CQ’s Politics in America 2001, The 108^th Congress. Washington , D.C. : CQ Press, 2003.  This book provides information about state statistics, maps, and biographies of governors, U.S. Senators, and U.S. Representatives.  It also provides information about Representatives from American territories, member statistics, campaign finance, committees, seniority, and pronunciation. (Call #JK 1010 .P65 2004 c.2) 8/13/03

Walkenbach, John and Brian Underdahl. Excel 2002 Bible. New York : Wiley Publishing, 2001. Created as a reference book to be consulted whether basic information, or more complex topics, about Excel are needed. Includes clear and practical examples. While written for Excel 2002, much of  the information also applies to Excel 2000 and Excel 97. (Call # HF 5548.4 .M523 W3446 2001) 8/27/03

Thomas, Richard K., Ed. Health and Healthcare in the United States : County and Metro Area Data, 2^nd Edition,2000. Lanham , Md. : Bernan Press, 2001. An annual compendium of health-related statistics presented for each county and metropolitan area of the United States that presents over 80 different statistics for each area. A reference book developed to fill the chronic gap in basic data on health and healthcare for the most commonly used geographic units. (Call # RA 407.3 .H415 2000 c.2) 8/27/03

Bogart, Dave, ed. The Bowker Annual Library and Book Trade Almanac 2003, 48^th ed. Medford , NJ : Information Today, Inc., 2003. An annual report that includes information on changes within the library and book industry within the past year. This edition includes special reports on restrictive changes in governmental dissemination of information,  the development of "electronic government,” library portals, digital rights management, and recruitment and retention of library staff. Also included are reports from federal agencies, including federal libraries, national associations and organizations, and international associations; legislation, funding, and grants; library/information science education, placement, and salaries; research and statistics; reference information; and a directory of organizations related to both the library and book trade worlds.

LexisNexis. Corporate Affiliations: "Who Owns Whom”, 2003 ed. Vols. 1-8. New Providence, NJ: LexisNexis Group, 2003.  An annual set of indexes and listings of U.S. public and private companies, as well as international companies.  Includes two volumes of a master indexes, two volumes of international public and private company listings and index in alphabetical order, two volumes of public U.S. company listings and index in alphabetical order, and two volumes of private U.S. company listings and index in alphabetical order.  Listings include parent company, address, website, telephone numbers, information about company executives, and subsidiary companies. (Call # HG 4057 .A219 2003 v.1-8 c.2) 10/01/03

Austin, Jan, ed. CQ 2002 Almanac Plus: 107^th Congress 2^nd Session. Vol. LVIII. Washington , D.C. : Congressional Quarterly Inc., 2003.  This volume for the 107^th Congress, 2^nd Session provides article overviews of key congressional legislation and issues.  Also provides explanation of individual bills and how each House and Senate member voted on each bill. (Call # KF 49 .C67 v.59 2002 c.2) 10/01/03

Chandler , Michael J., Lalonde, Christopher E., Sokol, Bryan W., and Hallett, Darcy. Personal Persistence, Identity Development, and Suicide: A Study of Native and Non-Native North American Adolescents. Boston, MA: Blackwell Publishing, 2003.  An edition of the Monographs of the Society for Research in Child Development, this volume focuses on the identity development and the paradox of personal and cultural persistence in the face of inevitable change.  The problem of youth suicide is discussed at both the individual and community levels, with the research centering on Canadian Aboriginal youth, Aboriginal referring to three specific groups: Inuit, First Nations, and Métis. Additional commentary by James E. Marcia. (Call # LB 1103 .S6 v.68 no.2 c.2) 11/03/03

Totten, Herman L. and Brown, Risa W. Culturally Diverse Library Collections for Children. New York : Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc., 1994. An annotated bibliography of materials for children that are divided by cultures such as: Native American, Asian American, Hispanic,and African American. Within each culture materials are grouped by type, such as folklore, non-fiction, biography, etc. (Call # Z 1361 .E4 T68 1994 c.4) 11/05/03

Totten, Herman L., Garner, Carolyn, and Brown, Risa W. Culturally Diverse Library Collections for Youth. New York : Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc., 19964. An annotated bibliography of materials for youth that are divided by cultures such as: Native American, Asian American, Hispanic American,and African American. Within each culture materials are grouped by type, such as folklore, non-fiction, biography, etc.
(Call # Z 1361 .E4 T677 1996 c.3) 11/05/03

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Contact Information

E-mail address

Leora Kemp: lkemp@unt.edu

Web address

http://www.unt.edu/unt-dallas/library.htm

Fax

972-780-3676

Office phone

972-780-3625

Library Staff

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Suggestions

Do you have suggestions for us?  Send us your comments and let us know what you’d like to see in the library.  Email Leora at lkemp@unt.edu or stop by and fill out a suggestion card located in front of the check-out desk. 

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*If you need further assistance with your research please do not hesitate to contact the library.
Phone: 972-780-3625 or
Email: LKemp@unt.edu


Updated: April 6, 2004
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