Credit/Debit cards now accepted

The William A. Blakley Library is pleased to announce that credit and debit cards are now accepted online for the payment of library fines and fees. Library patrons wishing to pay their balance should first log into their Horizon account, determine the exact amount of fines, fees, and or lost book charges, then go to https://commerce.cashnet.com/udlibrary to make that payment.

Payments will be posted to the patron's account by the end of the following business day. Students needing expedited service for registration, graduation, or release of transcripts may print off a copy of the payment receipt and bring it to the circulation desk for immediate processing.

For questions or further information, please contact Cherie Hohertz, Access Services Librarian, at chohertz@udallas.edu or 972-721-5040.

The Mobile Library

The William A. Blakley Library is pleased to announce the launch of our mobile library site. The new mobile platform gives users the opportunity to search databases and subject guides, find items through our catalog, access online reserves, get reference assistance, and find general information about the library.

Users accessing the library's site will automatically be redirected to the mobile platform.

For more information, please contact Cherie Hohertz, Access Services Librarian, at chohertz@udallas.edu or 972-721-5040.

Would you read a Banned Book?

The William A. Blakley Library presents an exhibit on Banned Books. This annual event occurs to coincide with the American Library Associations Banned Book Week, Sept. 24th through Oct. 1st.

Drop by to see the exhibit unfold and learn just how many banned books you may have already read. You might be surprised!

Think for yourself and let others do the same.

Melissa Randall
Reference Librarian

eBooks have really arrived!

E-Books have arrived big time at the William A. Blakley Library: over 7000 titles have been added to the catalog this summer!

The titles are in the Online Public Access Catalog and can be accessed by clicking the link from the catalog. In some cases a free user account must be created to access the material. How to tell if the title is an ebook? It will have an [electronic resource] format note found in the title record. In most cases, ebooks are meant to be read online and are not available for download for offline reading.

The vast majority of new eBooks comes from Books24x7 and are in business and marketing subject areas. New titles are added monthly. Readers who have not yet registered with Books24x7 will be required to create a free account. Readers will be able to create lists of books, bookmark sections and even keep online notes.

A substantial number have been added to the literature subject areas from Gale Virtual Reference Library. Some of these titles can be found in print in the Reference section of the library.

Through Amigos Library Services, the Library has access to over 30,000 titles from EBSCO eCollections, formerly known as NetLibrary. Please note that EBSCO is still in the process of assimilating NetLibrary and clicking a NetLibrary title may bring you to the EBSCOHost Database selection screen. The ebook collection is at the bottom. These titles are in a wide variety of subjects.

The Library also has holdings from Clio and Greenwood ebook collections.

So what are you waiting for? Get clicking and start reading!

Melissa Randall
Cataloging & Reference Librarian

Library Inventory

Ever wonder why books aren't on the shelves in their correct location? Ever been looking for a book that should be on the shelf but isn't?

The Blakley Library will begin our inventory of the circulating and reference collection. During this inventory, every book is scanned, shelved in the correct location and collection, and checked for errors. This allows us to make sure the books are available for use.

The process will take about 6 weeks to complete. During this time, please do not remove inventory cards placed in the shelves. If you need help finding materials during this time, please ask at the circulation desk.

For any questions, please email Cherie Hohertz, Access Services Librarian.

National Library Week

First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and promoted by libraries across the country each April. This is a time to recognize the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support.
Join The William A. Blakley Library in celebrating National Library Week (NLW) April 10-16, 2011. The Library proudly presents a colorful and intriguing display derived from the theme of NLW: Create Your Own Story.
Included in the display are selected books written by students from the University of Dallas who have received the "Clodecott Award" in the Department of Education.
Carolyn Mauzy, Reference Librarian

New Catholic Encyclopedia

The New Catholic Encyclopedia is now online! This 15 volume, second edition features revised and new articles. Among the 12,000 entries in the encyclopedia are articles on theology, philosophy, history, literary figures, saints, musicians and much more.

Access to the New Catholic Encyclopedia online is limited to current students, faculty, and staff of the University. Off-campus access is available with a valid network ID and password.

For questions about using the New Catholic Encyclopedia, please contact the reference desk at 972-721-5315 or via email.

For technical support, including access, please contact Cherie Hohertz at 972-721-5040 or via email.

Food For Fines

Do you owe book fines in the library? Would you like to clear those fines and do a good deed -- all at the same time? Well, now's your chance!

The William A. Blakley Library, along with Campus Ministry are sponsoring the 5th annual Food for Fines. From April 8 - 18th, patrons of the William A. Blakley Library are invited to help the community and themselves by donating non-perishable food items in lieu of paying library fines. Donated items will benefit the St. Jude's Catholic Church food pantry.

For each non-perishable food donation you make, we'll reduce your fines by $1, to a maximum of $50. Just bring your donations to the Circulation Desk at any time during regular hours.

Soup, canned meats, canned vegetables and fruits, cereals, dried fruits, canned juices, paper and cleaning products, personal hygiene products (soaps, toothpaste, etc.) evaporated and powdered milk, peanut butter, macaroni & cheese, baking mixes, pasta, and rice are particularly needed.

Food for fines is only good on overdue fines. Lost book charges, TexShare fines, or other fees associated with your library account are not eligible.

For more information, please contact Cherie Hohertz, Access Services Librarian, at 972-721-5040 or via email.