The 5th floor of the Gumberg Library will be closed for renovations from May 7 through mid-August. The Curriculum Center will remain open.
Audiovisual materials and periodicals from the 5th floor will be available through a retrieval process at the 4th floor Circulation Desk. Music books and scores will be available through Interlibrary Loan.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this summer renovation project.
Contact: Circulation, 412.396.6130 Updates: 412.396.INFO
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Combine Study Time with Refreshments
Take a break from studying for finals and writing papers to join your friends for some rejuvenation in the library!
On Wednesday, April 29, at 3 p.m., the Student Government Association (SGA) will be sponsoring a study break for students.
Refreshments will be served in the Popular Reading Area on the 4th floor of the Gumberg Library.
On Wednesday, April 29, at 3 p.m., the Student Government Association (SGA) will be sponsoring a study break for students.
Refreshments will be served in the Popular Reading Area on the 4th floor of the Gumberg Library.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
The New "E" in Reference Sources
Date: Friday May 1, 2009 11 a.m. --noon Location: 408 Gumberg Library
Presenters: Barbara Adams, Reference Librarian and Brian Rogers, Information Assistant
Description:
Where have all the reference books gone? Discover the convenience of anywhere-anytime access to authoritative, scholarly reference materials for quick look ups and in-depth study. Learn how to find familiar sources and newly added e-reference books online starting from the Gumberg Library’s web site. Find out more about how Duquesne University faculty and students can use the library’s growing e-reference collection for courses and personal knowledge.
No registration is necessary.
The PowerPoint and handouts will be posted to our First Fridays Archive site at http://www.sites.duq.edu/library/about/aboutFirstFridaysArchive.shtml
This session will not be recorded, but may be repeated on another date if there is sufficient interest.
Presenters: Barbara Adams, Reference Librarian and Brian Rogers, Information Assistant
Description:
Where have all the reference books gone? Discover the convenience of anywhere-anytime access to authoritative, scholarly reference materials for quick look ups and in-depth study. Learn how to find familiar sources and newly added e-reference books online starting from the Gumberg Library’s web site. Find out more about how Duquesne University faculty and students can use the library’s growing e-reference collection for courses and personal knowledge.
No registration is necessary.
The PowerPoint and handouts will be posted to our First Fridays Archive site at http://www.sites.duq.edu/library/about/aboutFirstFridaysArchive.shtml
This session will not be recorded, but may be repeated on another date if there is sufficient interest.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
May Workshop: Documenting the Impact of Your Scholarship
Date: Monday, May 11, 12:30—2 p.m.
Location: 408 Gumberg Library
Presenters:
David A. Nolfi, MLS, AHIP, Health Sciences Librarian
Julie Motyka, MSLS, Reference Librarian
Discussants:
Dr. Jim Weber, University Promotion and Tenure Committee
Dr. Paula Witt-Enderby, Faculty Senate President
Description:
The workshop’s goal is to help faculty members make the case for excellence in scholarship by using tools such as citation analysis, impact factors, and other methods. Newer faculty who are just starting to publish can also benefit by using these tools to develop effective publishing strategies. Following the presentation, participants will have hands-on opportunities to use the tools and begin documenting the impact of their own scholarship. The workshop will conclude with a discussion about using scholarship data in the promotion and tenure process.
No registration is necessary.
If you have questions about the workshop, please contact David Nolfi at nolfi@duq.edu or 412.396.4931.
The PowerPoint and handouts will be posted to our the Gumberg Library website at http://www.sites.duq.edu/library/about/aboutFirstFridaysArchive.shtml
Location: 408 Gumberg Library
Presenters:
David A. Nolfi, MLS, AHIP, Health Sciences Librarian
Julie Motyka, MSLS, Reference Librarian
Discussants:
Dr. Jim Weber, University Promotion and Tenure Committee
Dr. Paula Witt-Enderby, Faculty Senate President
Description:
The workshop’s goal is to help faculty members make the case for excellence in scholarship by using tools such as citation analysis, impact factors, and other methods. Newer faculty who are just starting to publish can also benefit by using these tools to develop effective publishing strategies. Following the presentation, participants will have hands-on opportunities to use the tools and begin documenting the impact of their own scholarship. The workshop will conclude with a discussion about using scholarship data in the promotion and tenure process.
No registration is necessary.
If you have questions about the workshop, please contact David Nolfi at nolfi@duq.edu or 412.396.4931.
The PowerPoint and handouts will be posted to our the Gumberg Library website at http://www.sites.duq.edu/library/about/aboutFirstFridaysArchive.shtml
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
RefWorks is pleased to announce the release of RefMobile!
RefMobile is a version of RefWorks designed for access and use via smart phones, cell phones, and PDAs. Features of RefMobile include the ability to view references in a RefWorks account, search within RefWorks, and add new references using a “smart add” option.
You may find directions for working with RefMobile at: https://rwt.refworks.com/RefWorks/help/Working_with_RefMobile.htm
NOTE: Users must have access to their RefWorks group code as part of the log in. Please call the Reference Desk (412.396.6133) if you do not know DU’s group code.
You may obtain further documentation on RefMobile by writing to support@refworks.com.
You may find directions for working with RefMobile at: https://rwt.refworks.com/RefWorks/help/Working_with_RefMobile.htm
NOTE: Users must have access to their RefWorks group code as part of the log in. Please call the Reference Desk (412.396.6133) if you do not know DU’s group code.
You may obtain further documentation on RefMobile by writing to support@refworks.com.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Important E-Z Borrow Information
PALCI has notified Gumberg Library that the E-Z Borrow system was shut down during a 14-hour period between 7:15 PM on Thursday, April 9, and 9:15 AM on Friday, April 10. Unfortunately, requests submitted during that time frame may have been lost.
To insure your request will be filled, please follow these instructions:
To insure your request will be filled, please follow these instructions:
- Login to your E-Z Borrow account at:
- Click "Review your Requests"
- If you do NOT see your request, please submit a new request for the material you need
- If you have any questions, please contact the E-Z Borrow office at 412-396-6127
Gumberg Library Endowed Student Scholarship Awarded
The 2009 Gumberg Library Endowed Student Scholarship has been awarded to Daniel Terbush, a student in Physician Assistant program in the Rangos School of Health Sciences. Dan is employed as a student aide in the Circulation Department and has worked at the library since the fall of 2008.
Dan is the sixth recipient of the $500 award. The scholarship was founded by Gumberg Library employees as part of Duquesne University’s previous Capital Campaign, to recognize the contributions of student workers to the accomplishment of the library’s mission. Any student aide currently employed in the library who has been employed in the library for two or more terms and plans to return to work in the library the following term is eligible to apply.
In his winning scholarship essay, Dan stated that “Unlike other jobs available to college students, working at a library allows a student to integrate themselves into the University’s desire to serve God by serving students. Work done in the library directly correlates with students’ abilities to obtain their goals and succeed in life.” Dan also noted that working at Gumberg Library has given him “the unique opportunity to work in an atmosphere that encourages my education and sustains the spirit of the mission statement.”
A brief presentation ceremony at the library will take place during National Library Week, on Gumberg Library Student Aide Appreciation Day, Thursday, April 16, at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome.
Fundraising for the scholarship endowment is ongoing. Gift information is available on the University’s website at http://www.giving.duq.edu/giving-annual.html. Anyone wishing to contribute should specify that their gift is intended for the Gumberg Library Student Endowed Scholarship.
Dan is the sixth recipient of the $500 award. The scholarship was founded by Gumberg Library employees as part of Duquesne University’s previous Capital Campaign, to recognize the contributions of student workers to the accomplishment of the library’s mission. Any student aide currently employed in the library who has been employed in the library for two or more terms and plans to return to work in the library the following term is eligible to apply.
In his winning scholarship essay, Dan stated that “Unlike other jobs available to college students, working at a library allows a student to integrate themselves into the University’s desire to serve God by serving students. Work done in the library directly correlates with students’ abilities to obtain their goals and succeed in life.” Dan also noted that working at Gumberg Library has given him “the unique opportunity to work in an atmosphere that encourages my education and sustains the spirit of the mission statement.”
A brief presentation ceremony at the library will take place during National Library Week, on Gumberg Library Student Aide Appreciation Day, Thursday, April 16, at 2:00 p.m. All are welcome.
Fundraising for the scholarship endowment is ongoing. Gift information is available on the University’s website at http://www.giving.duq.edu/giving-annual.html. Anyone wishing to contribute should specify that their gift is intended for the Gumberg Library Student Endowed Scholarship.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
PALCI: E-ZBorrow Unavailable on Friday, April 10
A period of downtime has been scheduled to perform maintenance that affects the library's E-ZBorrow service. The outage will take place on Friday, April 10th, 2009 from 9:00am until 12:00 noon. During this time, E-ZBorrow will be unavailable for use.
Celebrate National Poetry Month @ Gumberg Library
Create a poem, share a poem, or take a poem with you when you participate in Gumberg Library's "Poem in Your Pocket" event. On the 4th floor of the library near Room 408 there is a panel display for you to read a poem, post a poem, or just take a poem with you and share it.
On April 17, mobile users can instantly celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day by reading poems and sharing them with co-workers, family, friends, and even strangers.
The entire collection of over 2,500 poems on Poets.org, as well as hundreds of biographies and essays, is also available in a mobile format which provides free and direct access to poetry in the palm of your hand.
To reach the mobile site, simply go to www.poets.org/m. You can also preview the mobile site from your desktop computer.
On April 17, mobile users can instantly celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day by reading poems and sharing them with co-workers, family, friends, and even strangers.
The entire collection of over 2,500 poems on Poets.org, as well as hundreds of biographies and essays, is also available in a mobile format which provides free and direct access to poetry in the palm of your hand.
To reach the mobile site, simply go to www.poets.org/m. You can also preview the mobile site from your desktop computer.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Music Therapy Guitar Student Performance
All are welcome to take a break and listen to the very talented guitar students in the music therapy program as they perform their final exam! They need an audience, that means you!
Meet in the Curriculum Center on the 5th floor or outside on the library plaza, weather permitting, at noon. Light refreshments will be served.
Meet in the Curriculum Center on the 5th floor or outside on the library plaza, weather permitting, at noon. Light refreshments will be served.
History of National Library Week
In the mid-1950s, research showed that Americans were spending less on books and more on radios, televisions and musical instruments. Concerned that Americans were reading less, the ALA and the American Book Publishers formed a nonprofit citizens organization called the National Book Committee in 1954. The committee's goals were ambitious. They ranged from "encouraging people to read in their increasing leisure time" to "improving incomes and health" and "developing strong and happy family life."
In 1957, the committee developed a plan for National Library Week based on the idea that once people were motivated to read, they would support and use libraries. With the cooperation of ALA and with help from the Advertising Council, the first National Library Week was observed in 1958 with the theme "Wake Up and Read!"
National Library Week was observed again in 1959, and the ALA Council voted to continue the annual celebration. When the National Book Committee disbanded in 1974, ALA assumed full sponsorship. National Library Week is observed each year in April.
In 1957, the committee developed a plan for National Library Week based on the idea that once people were motivated to read, they would support and use libraries. With the cooperation of ALA and with help from the Advertising Council, the first National Library Week was observed in 1958 with the theme "Wake Up and Read!"
National Library Week was observed again in 1959, and the ALA Council voted to continue the annual celebration. When the National Book Committee disbanded in 1974, ALA assumed full sponsorship. National Library Week is observed each year in April.
National Library Week, April 13-17, 2009 - Proclamation
WHEREAS, our nation's public, academic, school and specialized libraries transform their communities;
WHEREAS, libraries play a vital role in supporting the quality of life in their communities;
WHEREAS, librarians are trained professionals, helping people of all ages find the information they need to live, learn and work in the 21st century;
WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream – places for opportunity, education, self-help and lifelong learning;
WHEREAS, libraries bring you a world of knowledge both in person and online;
WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom, equity of access, and narrowing the “digital divide;”
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are celebrating National Library Week with the theme of Worlds Connect @ your library;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Dr. Charles J. Dougherty, President of Duquesne University, proclaim National Library Week @ Duquesne University, April 13-17, 2009. I encourage everyone in the Duquesne community to take advantage of the many resources and services available at the Gumberg Library and the Center for Legal Information of the School of Law. I also encourage everyone to thank the entire Library staff whose expertise and dedication make the Gumberg Library and the Center for Legal Information academic libraries of distinction.
WHEREAS, libraries play a vital role in supporting the quality of life in their communities;
WHEREAS, librarians are trained professionals, helping people of all ages find the information they need to live, learn and work in the 21st century;
WHEREAS, libraries are part of the American Dream – places for opportunity, education, self-help and lifelong learning;
WHEREAS, libraries bring you a world of knowledge both in person and online;
WHEREAS, libraries are a key player in the national discourse on intellectual freedom, equity of access, and narrowing the “digital divide;”
WHEREAS, libraries, librarians, library workers and supporters across America are celebrating National Library Week with the theme of Worlds Connect @ your library;
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Dr. Charles J. Dougherty, President of Duquesne University, proclaim National Library Week @ Duquesne University, April 13-17, 2009. I encourage everyone in the Duquesne community to take advantage of the many resources and services available at the Gumberg Library and the Center for Legal Information of the School of Law. I also encourage everyone to thank the entire Library staff whose expertise and dedication make the Gumberg Library and the Center for Legal Information academic libraries of distinction.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
NEW! Gumberg Library Adds Scopus Database
Scopus is the largest abstract and citation database of research literature and quality web sources. Quick, easy and comprehensive, Scopus provides superior support of the literature research process. Updated daily, Scopus offers:
- Over 16,000 peer-reviewed journals from more than 4,000 publishers
- over 1200 Open Access journals
- 520 conference proceedings
- 650 trade publications
- 315 book series
- 36 million records
- Results from 431 million scientific web pages
- 23 million patent records from 5 patent offices
- "Articles-in-Press" from over 3,000 journals
- Seamless links to full-text articles and other library resources
- Innovative tools that give an at-a-glance overview of search results and refine them to the most relevant hits
- Alerts to keep you up-to-date on new articles matching your search query, or by favorite author
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Spring into Books! 50% Off Scholastic Book Sale
Stop in and see the great selection of children’s and young adult literature, board books, multicultural titles, Spanish titles, software, teacher resources, cookbooks and much more!
April 20-24
10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Gumberg Library, Popular Reading Area, 4th floor
All major credit cards accepted. All proceeds benefit the Maureen Sullivan Curriculum Center. If you would like more information please contact Danielle Buck at 412.396.1858.
April 20-24
10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Gumberg Library, Popular Reading Area, 4th floor
All major credit cards accepted. All proceeds benefit the Maureen Sullivan Curriculum Center. If you would like more information please contact Danielle Buck at 412.396.1858.
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