tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9025125758910696532012-01-17T10:12:42.603-08:00Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.comBlogger631100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-71425099865312808312012-01-17T06:00:00.000-08:002012-01-17T10:12:42.635-08:00

Welcome back to Students and Faculty! Here are a few items to get done this week. Get a library card. If you don't already have a PLS library card from any library in San Mateo County, you can apply for a new card at the College of San Mateo Library. Get a USB flash drive to save your school work. You can buy them at the campus bookstore -you'll probably need 4 gigabytes or more. Check College

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-76013971791330977352012-01-16T19:33:00.000-08:002012-01-16T19:33:28.041-08:00

A new section of LIBR 100 is available for enrollment. This section is online only. You can sign-up for the class using WebSMART. Section Starts : March 20, 2012  Section Ends: May 24, 2012  CRN: 43509 Units: 1 unit; Letter grade or Pass/No Pass grading. (CSU/UC transferable) Instructor:  Michele Alaniz. Contact information is available at the instructor's website.

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-146986773923983142011-09-29T14:55:00.000-07:002011-09-29T14:55:17.106-07:00

A new, online section of LIBR 100 Introduction to Library Research is open for enrollment. The class runs from October 12th to December 7. This class satisfies Information Competency graduation requirement. For more information, please contact the instructor. If you've never taken an online class some, check out these words of wisdom. LIBR 100: Introduction to Library Research **New Section

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-33787075368984040352011-09-26T12:11:00.000-07:002011-09-26T12:11:39.347-07:00

The new Athletics Hall of Fame for College of San Mateo has brought the library a new neighbor! Located in front of the Gym - Building 8 Curious how the bulldog became the mascot for CSM? The library has resources that can help you research this and other facts about CSM History. Written in 1996, Class Act: College of San Mateo: a History by Michael Svanevik & Shirley Burgettis is the most

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83026990041142072162011-07-28T14:33:00.000-07:002011-07-28T14:38:15.906-07:00

From August 1 - 14 our hours will be Monday - Thursday from 2:00pm - 7:00pm. We will then be closed August 15-16. We will return to our normal schedule on the first day of the Fall semester on Wednesday, August 17.

Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13464513571327846050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-58536875595686951042011-06-20T01:23:00.000-07:002011-06-20T01:23:00.624-07:00

LIBR 100 starts Monday June 20, 2011. It will meet in the library classroom from 10:30-11:45am Monday - Thursday.Michele Alaniz is the librarian instructor. Her contact information is available on her website.LIBR 105 also starts Monday June 20, 2011. Enrolled students should check their campus email for more information. This is an online course. The course website is available at https://

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-5208880650128679582011-03-07T08:00:00.000-08:002011-03-07T08:00:11.978-08:00

Summer Classes 2011We'll be offering two classes this summer.LIBR 100 is an introduction to library research. It can help to bolster your research and citation skills, as well as fulfill the CSM Information Competency graduation requirement.LIBR 105 is a bit more advanced. You'll be exploring research in various disciplines at a deeper level and gain more expertise in locating and evaluating

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-38257337101331185182011-03-04T13:15:00.000-08:002011-03-04T13:39:18.938-08:00

The season of writing papers is almost here! For some folks it has already arrived :) . The library offers many resources to help with creating your citations including the Citation Sources page and a subscription to Noodlebib (citation generator) that CSM students can use.We have two additional tools for students who need to create their Works Cited pages (MLA style) or Reference Lists (APA

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-70125890606395186572011-01-18T09:05:00.001-08:002011-01-18T09:17:56.750-08:00

A new online section for LIBR 100 has opened for enrollment.LIBR 100: Introduction to Library ResearchWhen: 2/01/11 - 3/29/11 • 8 week ONLINE courseRoom: ONLINE**CRN: 43181Units: 1 unit; Letter grade or Pass/No Pass grading. (CSU/UC transferable)Instructor: Michele Alaniz

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-26155570773216856552010-12-15T09:37:00.000-08:002010-12-15T09:38:52.144-08:00

Need help with your citations on that last research paper of the semester? Ask a librarian. We're always here to answer your questions when the library is open. You can call, email, instant message, or come and see us. Need a warm and quiet place to study? Come to the library. Need any last minute resources? We can help you find them. Good luck to all during final exams week. Also, have a great

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-68306798175373454302010-11-01T09:18:00.000-07:002010-11-01T09:18:07.657-07:00

CSM Library is offering several free workshops for CSM students, faculty and staff in November and December. The workshops cover Google Docs, Citations and Citation Generators, and a Google Apps overview. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis, so sign up now. The first workshop takes place on November 10.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83450592259940489662010-11-01T08:07:00.000-07:002010-11-05T07:54:54.604-07:00

Election Day is finally here! Check out these resources so you’ll be prepared to cast your vote. The Secretary of State office is in charge of voting procedures for California. Plenty of impartial information is available from that site including voting rules for the state, the current statewide voter guide and first reports on the election results. The League of Women Voters also offers

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83171504694204663192010-10-22T09:06:00.000-07:002010-10-22T09:06:42.290-07:00

Channel your inner author and take part in National Novel Writing Month. The goal is to write a 50,000 word novel between November 1-30. You will not be alone as thousands of people from all over the country will also be attempting to write a novel. The goal is to just write revision free, or to work towards quantity over quality. Last year, over 30,000 participants reached the finish line. This

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-17072860826904247092010-09-23T14:32:00.000-07:002010-09-23T14:35:37.274-07:00

CSM Library wants your input on a possible increase in library open hours. Fill out this online survey to let us know where you would like to see changes. It will take 2-3 minutes to complete. We thank you for your time.

Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13464513571327846050noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-52885732615103678152010-09-21T15:55:00.000-07:002010-09-21T15:55:16.080-07:00

Sign up now for the CSM Information Competency exam scheduled for Wednesday, October 6, 2010, from 1:00pm-2:30pm. A second sign up form with the remaining dates will be released after October 6. You can find more information about this requirement at http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/library/info_comp.php. There are nineteen(19) slots available for the October 6th exam. Slots will be filled on a "

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-18539134043209526312010-09-03T08:04:00.000-07:002010-09-03T08:04:26.797-07:00

CSM Library will be closed Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6 for the Labor Day holiday. The Library will open again on Tuesday, September 7 at 7:45am. Have a great weekend!

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-29593483905019180382010-08-20T08:23:00.000-07:002010-08-20T08:23:12.291-07:00

School is back in session after yesterday's power outage. All services are back in effect and the Library is open its regularly scheduled Friday hours from 7:45am-3pm.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-20994587360665418272010-08-19T21:56:00.000-07:002010-08-19T21:56:55.438-07:00

Day and evening classes were canceled today due to a power outage. All classes and services are expected to resume on Friday. The Library will be open during its normal Friday hours from 7:45am-3pm. To stay informed during power outages or campus emergencies, sign up for AlertU - CSM's emergency text message alert system. You can have these messages sent directly to your cell phone by signing up

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-37884001160225263582010-08-19T09:49:00.000-07:002010-08-19T09:49:03.809-07:00

CSM campus and services are closed until further notice. Morning classes are canceled. There will be an update at noon. We'll also let you know as soon as possible when we expect to open the Library today.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-79405269027246548262010-08-01T09:29:00.000-07:002010-08-01T09:29:52.156-07:00

The Library will be open 2-7 pm during the last 2 weeks leading up to the Fall Semester. See website for more information. We look forward to seeing you all in the fall.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-24742217322732709992010-07-13T16:29:00.000-07:002010-07-13T16:33:25.713-07:00

The Library is offering 2 sessions of LIBR 100, a 1-unit course, in the fall. One is taught online while the other is taught in-person over ab 8-week period. LIBR 100 will help to bolster your research and citation skills, as well as fulfill the CSM Information Competency graduation requirement. More news on the information competency requirement to come later. Fall 2010 • Two Sections!

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-89143712496172594142010-06-21T08:00:00.000-07:002010-06-21T08:00:01.759-07:00

The course website is available to enrolled students. An email was sent from the instructor to currently enrolled students. Check your college email.The summer section of LIBR 100 is full and there is a waiting list. Students who are on the waitlist should check their college email address for an email from the instructor.Teresamorrist@smccd.edu

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-7087047933283970302010-06-21T07:45:00.000-07:002010-06-21T07:45:00.477-07:00

Library staff are glad to welcome new and returning students!A few bits of info can help you get started with your semester:-Get a library card. If you don't already have a PLS library card from any library in San Mateo County, you can apply for a new card at the College of San Mateo Library.-Check College Reserves for your textbooks. If your instructor has a copy and puts it in College Reserves,

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-9993964952505412552010-05-28T11:39:00.000-07:002010-05-28T12:51:23.829-07:00

The Library is happy that all your hard work has paid off. All the best and congratulations to the Class of 2010!

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-12898661548082612612010-05-23T21:02:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:05:29.088-07:00

The CSM Library online catalog is down for maintenance. It should be up and running by 9am tomorrow, May 24th.

Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13464513571327846050noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-30469817023892699832010-05-20T08:03:00.000-07:002010-05-20T08:33:30.206-07:00

Ever had a teacher return your paper and say you need better sources? Unsure how to do reference citations? Want to become a better researcher? Library Studies (LIBR) 100 Introduction to Library Research can help! Learn to formulate and refine a research question, use reference materials, search the online catalog and databases, search the Internet, evaluate Web sites, avoid plagiarism, and

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-10535920656347803302010-05-12T14:14:00.000-07:002010-05-12T14:46:57.610-07:00

Author Michael Pollan spoke in the CSM Theatre today from 12-1pm as part of the President's Lecture Series. Pollan is author of many books including The Omnivore's Dilemma, In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto, and most recently, Food Rules. There was a great turnout as students and staff filled the auditorium to hear Pollan speak about food and problems that arise for the western

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-45823189794925760122010-04-20T12:17:00.000-07:002010-04-20T12:43:37.305-07:00

Make sure you check out the recent version of the Bulldog's Bookcase, the CSM Library newsletter, at http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/library/newsletter/volume2.htm. The recent issue highlights new initiatives and collections in the Library and at CSM. The Spring 2010 newsletter also offers book reviews and links to research tools. We hope it makes for a good read and helps you get to know the CSM

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-68592348266816036962010-03-04T09:27:00.000-08:002010-03-04T09:27:27.626-08:00

Take part in CSM's Educating the Whole Student program at the CSM Theater today from 8:10am-2:00 pm. There will be various presentations by faculty, students and staff to inform our community on how we can try to save higher education. There will be music and performances by students, as well as computer banks so that you can contact your local legislator and the California governor. More

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83650869602668768012010-02-11T08:51:00.000-08:002010-02-11T08:51:10.542-08:00

The second Web 2.0 technology workshop for students on 2/24 is full. However, you can always drop by when the sesssion meets to see if there are seats available. In this session CSM librarians will show you a few useful online citation tools to help you create outstanding bibliographies and works cited pages for your research papers. There is still room in the March workshops on creating perfect

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83271163917980088552010-02-08T12:37:00.000-08:002010-02-08T12:37:43.700-08:00

The first session of student workshops covering my.smccd.edu and google tools is almost at capacity. We are limiting the number of attendees to 35. Registration will be on a first come basis. At the session meeting, we will fill seats on a standby basis. Please also feel free to bring your laptops if you feel more comfortable working from your own computer. The Library offers wifi access. If

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-27582055201972875832010-02-04T15:30:00.000-08:002010-02-04T15:30:18.039-08:00

CSM Library will be hosting 1-hour workshops on Web 2.0 technology for students. Topics include Google tools and student my.smccd.accounts, citation tools, online presentation tools, blogging and building sites. The sessions will be offered on Wednesdays February 10, February 24, March 17 and March 24 at 1pm. More information can be found  @ http://tiny.cc/webworkshops . Stduents are welcome to

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-56994339194979200252010-02-03T10:03:00.000-08:002010-02-03T10:03:45.051-08:00

College of San Mateo faculty, staff and students are participating in a teach-in at the CSM Theater on Wednesday, February 3 and Thursday, February 4 from 8am-2pm. There will be a number of speakers informing the community about the budget cutbacks that are affecting programs, courses, and services in community colleges. This is a peaceful and informative event. Learn how you can fight back to

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-66063217366271944612010-02-01T09:20:00.000-08:002010-02-01T09:47:47.868-08:00

LIBR 100 section 2 (CRN 42568) is still enrolling, however, we are getting reports of difficulties in registering for the course. Additionally, middle college students will require an authorization code to add the class. If you have any issues registering for the course, please contact Teresa Morris at morrist@smccd.edu so that she can assist you in adding the class.This class runs from March 24

Teresa Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04358875245941904805noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-42037471436025711392010-01-20T13:35:00.000-08:002010-01-20T13:35:07.874-08:00

Well, this semester started off quite dramatically with a storm that caused power outages on the CSM campus. As a result, day classes were canceled on Tuesday. So far the campus and library have been open all day Wednesday despite the deluge of rain, high winds and thunder storms. Come into the library where it's nice and dry. We have nice librarians that are here to answer any of your questions

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-87789462495054101042010-01-19T14:00:00.000-08:002010-01-19T09:53:05.007-08:00

LIBR 100 provides a solid introduction to library research including how to refine your topic, how to effectively use the library's resources, and how to find credible information on the free web. This course also satisfies the Basic Information Competence requirement at SF State. The Library is offering 2 online courses in the Spring. The first 8-week session (CRN:42566) is offered from 1/20/

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-59341830324449061682009-12-17T11:27:00.000-08:002009-12-17T11:27:28.186-08:00

The Library will be closed from Sunday, December 20 through January 18 for winter break. The library will reopen on the first day of the Spring semester, January 19 at 7:45am. Come back and see us in the spring. We hope to have some exciting programs and services to help you with your research needs. Thank you and Happy Holidays! For those of you still immersed in finals, we wish you success!

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-28891929043703473262009-12-15T08:03:00.000-08:002009-12-15T08:03:39.576-08:00

If you're writing your final papers and need help with citations or assistance finding that one last source, you can always ask a librarian. They are here to help while the library is open.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-25221160434396138492009-12-11T09:45:00.000-08:002009-12-11T10:49:36.733-08:00

The library will not be open late for finals this semester. Our regular hours will continue through December 19. Library Hours Monday-Thursday 7:45am-7:00pm Friday 7:45am-3:00pm Saturday 11:00am-2:00pm Sunday Closed

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-26627083070274669542009-12-09T13:45:00.000-08:002009-12-09T13:45:57.231-08:00

The President's office will be hosting a holiday reception in honor of CSM students today in the Library from 2-3:30. There will be light refreshments and music. Yes, you jeard me, there will be music in the library.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-16462978517768446392009-11-20T08:18:00.000-08:002009-11-20T08:18:03.906-08:00

There will be a Candlelight Vigil in Support of Education on November 23, from 5-6:30 in the CSM Theatre courtyard. This peaceful event provides an opportunity for the faculty, students and community to gather in support of one another during this time of economic crisis in California public education system, and more spcifically in regards to the budget cuts at CSM. More information on this

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-24172374643740380222009-11-17T18:45:00.000-08:002009-11-20T08:58:32.626-08:00

Take our online Technology Survey. Your input will help us decide how to get the information you need directly to you using today's latest technologies. Let us know how best to answer your research questions from anywhere on or off campus or simply keep you updated on the latest library happenings.

Morrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13464513571327846050noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-48263659161766122132009-11-16T11:34:00.000-08:002009-11-16T11:34:33.166-08:00

Author Richard Rodriguez will be speaking as part of the President's Lecture series on Wednesday, November 18 in the CSM Theatre from 12:10-1:00. He is the author of numerous books including Hunger of Memory and Days of Obligation, An Argument With My Mexican Father which was nominated for a Pulitzer prize in non-fiction. Following the lecture, there will be an author book signing and light

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-30219906875789213262009-11-05T07:55:00.001-08:002009-11-05T07:55:42.381-08:00

On your next visit to the library, please take our Technology Survey. Your input will help us decide how to get the information you need directly to you using today's latest technologies. Let us know how best to answer your research questions from anywhere on or off campus or simply keep you updated on the latest library happenings.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-68690968949762709142009-11-03T15:41:00.000-08:002009-11-03T15:41:49.935-08:00

Priority registration has started at CSM. See the ONLINE courses that the Library is offering this Spring at http://collegeofsanmateo.edu/library/current_classes.php . This course not only teaches you how to be a better researcher, but it also fulfills the Basic Information Competence requirement at San Francisco State University.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-63705518921867449112009-10-30T13:29:00.000-07:002009-10-30T13:29:36.597-07:00

As you may have noticed, the Library launched a new website this Summer. It is a work in progress as we are still trying to update some of the features from the previous site. One of the major pieces that we are still working on is updating the research guides and putting them into a more accessible and interactive format online. Take a look at the Research Guides on the Library website and see

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-85495790436465561442009-10-28T15:51:00.000-07:002009-10-28T15:51:30.240-07:00

Just a quick reminder that you can renew, get hold notices, and late fine notices on library materials via text messaging. Get info @ http://plsinfo.org/access/sms.htm and sign up with a quick text. This service that launched last year is a great way to manage a few key features of your library account through a simple text.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-69038722832630987712009-10-13T11:35:00.001-07:002009-10-13T22:02:28.409-07:00

Before driving you might consider looking at 511.org. This site features up to the minute reports on traffic accidents and congestion on freeways in the Bay Area. The rainstorms today most likely contribued to the number of accidents on 280 and 101 today. So, it's a good idea to plan ahead and check for any traffic issues and reroute your travels accordingly.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-83300038250356628552009-10-06T09:53:00.000-07:002009-10-06T10:14:22.423-07:00

On October 1, President Obama declared October 2009 as National Information Literacy Awareness Month. For any of you that know what information literacy is, you will know that this is a very momentous occasion for the White House to acknowledge such an important issue.For those that don't know about information literacy, it's best summarized as the ability to determine an information need, locate

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-75837938360169621452009-09-22T10:02:00.000-07:002009-09-22T11:07:34.150-07:00

We are pleased to announce the President's Lecture Series to take place at CSM Theatre on Friday, October 2 at 11am. The Mistress of Spices, by Dr. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, is the featured book of the 2009 San Mateo County One Book, One Community campaign. More information about the author and this College of San Mateo event can be found on the Library website.

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-56504185432110767792009-09-10T08:06:00.000-07:002009-09-10T08:08:38.991-07:00

We are still enrolling CSM students for Library 100. This 1-unit course (CRN# 92304) meets 10/15/09 through 12/10/09 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:10-10am.This 8 week course is a great way to develop excellent research skills and it also satisfies the Basic Information Competency requirement - a graduation requirement for SF State students. We hope to see you in the Library!

Michele Alaniznoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-902512575891069653.post-59671139532191506552009-09-01T19:54:00.000-07:002009-09-01T19:58:23.736-07:00

We've gotten some reports that WebAccess has been down a bit over the last few days. We hear CSM's tech team has been working with the vendor to get the issue fixed. They hope to have everything running smoothly by Wednesday.

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We're now a few weeks into the Fall semester at CSM and most of you have fallen into a rhythm and are starting to get deep into your research. Don't forget about all the great resources that you can find in the library including helpful librarians, eBooks, and subscription databases. If you can't make it into the library and you have a library card, you can still access all these resources from

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Not ready to buy your books just yet? Students can search online to check out which courses and professors have placed their required textbooks on College Reserves.If a professor asks, we can put many kinds of items on College Reserve (books, articles, software, and even a skeleton!). Sometimes the library owns the item and sometimes the professor has a copy for the class to share. Most College

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Sign up now for library orientations for your classes. Good timing for a library orientation depends on the specific course and assignments.Lots of new college students in your course? They may benefit from a general orientation to help them understand how a college library works. Schedule an orientation for early to mid-semester.Asking your students for papers or presentations? Schedule an

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Welcome back to Faculty and Students! Here are a few items to get done this week.Get a library card. If you don't already have a PLS library card from any library in San Mateo County, you can apply for a new card at the College of San Mateo Library.Get a USB flash drive to save your school work. You can buy them at the campus bookstore - they have 2GB drives for as little as $12.99.Check College

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We are still enrolling CSM students for Library 100 in the Fall. This 1 unit course satisfies the Basic Information Competency requirement; a graduation requirement for SF State students. The first section (CRN# 91678) meets 8/20/09 through 10/13/09 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:10-10am. The second section (CRN# 92304) meets 10/15/09 through 12/10/09 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:10-

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LIBR 100 online website will be available beginning 8am on June 22nd.Enrolled students should go to the website at http://smccd.mrooms.net/course/view.php?id=20379. Enrolled students should also check your CSM school email account for the introductory class email. If you've never checked your school email account, you can find more information about that account at http://my.smccd.edu .Students

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The library will re-open June 22, 2009 - the first day of Summer Session 2009. Library services such as course reserves, study space and reference services will be available. Library faculty will also return that day and will be available for office hours by appointment.June 22 - August 2, 2009Open Monday - Thursday 9am-7pmClosed Fridays, Saturdays and SundaysAugust 3-14, 2009Open Monday -

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CSM Library will be participating in the county-wide reading initiative - One Book One Community (OBOC). The reading selection for Fall 2009 is The Mistress of Spices by Chitra Divakaruni.Dr. Divakaruni will be speaking at the College of San Mateo Theatre at 11 am on Friday, October 2, 2009. Check back over the summer to see more events related to OBOC that will take place at CSM and at libraries

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LIBR 100 Introduction to Library Research will be offered twice in Fall 2009. Each one (1) unit section will last for 8 weeks. LIBR 100 is transferable to both CSU and UC campuses. It also satisfies the Basic Information Competency Graduation Requirement at San Francisco State University.LIBR 100 CRN 91678Tuesdays and Thursdays -August 20 - October 13, 2009 (8 weeks)Library ClassroomLIBR 100 CRN

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The Library is open extended hours for finals week. Students will find quiet places to study in the library as well as access to computers for writing papers.Reference librarians are available to help students who may need help finding appropriate sources for research paper and presentation. Librarians can also help when you're trying to get your "Work Cited" pages written. CSM Library

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This blog was created by CSM Library as a way to keep everyone posted on any news and events happening here in Building 9 (library home) and within the campus as a whole.

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