November 2008 Archives

This week (November 23-29) the library will have reduced hours due to the Thanksgiving holiday.

Image come from CarbonNYC via Flickr. CC.

The reduced hours for the Science and Engineering Library will start on Wednesday, November 26.

Wednesday, November 26: 8 am-6 pm
Thursday, November 27: Closed
Friday, November 28: Closed
Saturday, November 29: 10 am-9 pm (No reference desk staffing)
Sunday, November 30: Regular hours and services resume.

I'll be out of the office starting at Noon tomorrow returning during regular business hours on Monday. So if you have a pressing reference need, send those emails early!

If you celebrate the holiday, Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy the long weekend!

On Tuesday, November 18 from 11-2 the Science and Engineering Library along with University Libraries is hosting a Library Information Fair to celebrate International Education Week.

This is an opportunity to find answers to those questions you've been trying to solve all semester long when it comes to library resources. Meet with a librarian for a one-on-one interaction to answer your questions. We'll also be featuring an international soundtrack, the chance to find international newspapers using Library PressDisplay, and light refreshments.

The event will be in the Upson Room of Walter Library (Room 102).

All are welcome!

Any questions, let me know!

Do you use Google Scholar to find articles for your classes?

Did you know you can connect Google Scholar with the libraries online journal subscriptions to access the full text of articles that University of Minnesota Libraries subscribe to? Here’s how:

1. On Google Scholar’s homepage select “Scholar Preferences�

2. Scroll down and find “Library Links�

3. Search University of Minnesota
4. Check the box next to “University of Minnesota - FindIt@U of M Twin Cities�

5. Click “Save Preferences�

Now when you search in Google Scholar the “FindIT� link will appear and you can see the full text for free!

Remember: As faculty, staff and students of the University of Minnesota you should never pay to access an article online. If the library doesn’t have access, make an Interlibrary Loan request. Then the library will find you a copy at no extra charge.

If you have questions about connecting Google Scholar to our online resources or about placing an Interlibrary Loan request, please send me an email (jeffryes@umn.edu)