New Reference Books Added

The Reference Librarians are pleased to inform you of some of the new titles added to the reference shelves:

•  "Encyclopedia of constitutional amendments, proposed amendments, and amending issues 1789-2010", John R. Vile. These two volumes contain over 500 entries, including primary source material, extensive bibliography and fully indexed.
  REF KF 4557 .V555 2010 v.1 & v.2
• "Peripatetic philosophy 200 BC to AD 200", Robert W. Sharples 'This book provides a collection of sources, many of them fragmentary and previously scattered and hard to access, for the development of Peripatetic philosophy..' (publisher)
  REF B 111 .P47 2010
• "The digital print : identification and preservation", Martin C. Jurgens '...demystifies the complex, rapidly changing, and sometimes confusing world of digital printer, providing guidance not only to conservators, curators...but also to artists and photographers...' (publisher)
  REF TR 465 .J87 2009
• "The book in the Renaissance", Andrew Pettegree. 'The Book in the Renaissance reconstructs the first 150 years of the world of print, exploring the complex web of religious, economic and cultural concerns surrounding the printed word' (publisher).
  REF Z 291.3 .P48 2010

Drinks now allowed in Blakley Library!

Announcing a new change to library rules:

Patrons are now allowed to bring in drinks as long as they are in secured containers.  However, liquids must be kept in spill-proof travel mugs, capped bottles, or sports bottles with a pop-up spout.  No open containers, soda cans, or styrofoam/plastic cups (with or without lids) will be allowed.  Patrons may not bring any drink near the library computers, copiers, or other electronic devices.

Food is still banned. 

Enjoy!

Old and New Testament Abstracts

The Blakley Library is pleased to announce the addition of two new databases, Old Testament Abstracts Online and New Testament Abstracts Online.

Old Testament Abstracts Online is a product of a partnership between ATLA and the Catholic Biblical Association. The database features indexing and abstracts for journal articles, monographs, multi-author works, and software related to Old Testament studies. Abstracts from over 450 journals are included. All abstracts are in English, regardless of the language of the original work. Topics covered include antiquities, archaeology, biblical theology, philology and much more. Coverage in the database dates back to 1978.

New Testament Abstracts Online is a product of a partnership between ATLA and Boston College. The database is an indispensable research and bibliographic aid for scholars, librarians, clergy and students of the New Testament and its historical milieu.  The database contains more than 46,000 article abstracts, over 1,600 review abstracts, 17,000 book abstracts, and 61 software abstracts. Each year an additional 2,000 articles from more than 500 periodicals in numerous languages are selected for inclusion. In addition, approximately 900 current books are also summarized annually. Article coverage in the database dates back to 1985.

These databases may be accessed by using the links below, or by using the library's list of databases or subject guides.

Old Testament Abstracts Online

New Testament Abstracts Online

Food for Fines

The 6th Annual Food for Fines was very successful!

Thanks to your donations, the library was able to donate approximately 500 items to the St. Jude Catholic Church food pantry. 
 
For more information, please contact Cherie Hohertz, Access Services Librarian, at 972-721-5040 or via email.

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.

Library Tours

Now is your chance to discover what the Library has to offer as part of the New Student Orientation. The meeting place for the tours is just inside the entrance to the Library in the Braniff Building. The scheduled times follow:

Fri. Aug. 27th 11:15am-11:45am And 3:00pm-3:30pm
Mon. Aug. 30th 1:30pm - 2:00pm and 4:00pm-4:30pm
Tues. Aug. 31st 11am - 11:30am and 3:00pm-3:30pm

Carolyn Mauzy,
Reference Librarian

Quotes in Classical Tragedy

This insightful exhibit is a counterpoint to the comedy display at the William A. Blakley Library. The juxtaposition of the two displays correlates to the opposing genres of the Western Canon,those works which have had a strong influence on Western culture.

Carolyn Mauzy,
Reference Librarian

Chuckles on Display

Is there humor in the Classics? Well, come on into the library and see a selection of classic quotes from Plato, Shakespeare, and Kant, to name a few. Find the way: continue past the entrance on the main level of the library, straight ahead, then to the right, and see the display case filled with delights.

Carolyn Mauzy
Reference Librarian

New feature in Business Source Complete

Now you can watch lectures from the Harvard Business School Faculty Seminar Series videos. “All lectures are captured from executive education programs, and offer groundbreaking ideas, insightful research, and practical advice on management issues. The videos contain a table of content allowing the selection of a specific topic. Most lectures provide a transcript in PDF format”. These videos are available in the database Business Source Complete on the library website.

Search options are:
1-enter subject term, such as economics, and limit by the Publication Name, i.e. Harvard Business School Faculty Seminar Series
2-click on the More button on the top menu bar, select Business Videos/Images from the drop down menu, enter Harvard Business School Faculty Seminar Series in the search box, and browse through the 55 videos.

Enjoy,
Carolyn Mauzy, Reference Librarian
William A. Blakley Library
University of Dallas, Irving, Tx 75062
Phone: 972-721-5350, Fax: 972-721-4010
cmauzy@udallas.edu

Library Hours Jan 10th to 17th

The Library will resume regular semester hours starting on Monday, January 18th.

Hours for 1/10 to 1/17 are as follows:

Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED

Thank you and hope your holidays were pleasant!

Melissa Randall
Reference and Cataloging Librarian

Due to popular demand, the operating hours of the Blakley Research & Information Center (a.k.a. the BRIC) have been extended!

8:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday
1:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Sunday

A University Network Account is required for computer access. Printouts are $0.10 per page, payable at the Circulation Desk. Reminder - no food or drink items allowed, and cell phones must be on silent.

Happy studying!

Melissa Randall
Catalog/Reference Librarian

Exhibit: Historical language and literary works

Special works are on display in the library, which include: an original volume of the first historical and critical dictionary from the eighteenth century by Bayle; selections from the first encyclopedia in the first century by Pliny; and to reflect the early twentieth century, lectures by Stein. In addition, some illustrated publications embellish language and literature bringing the two to life. Stop by the library, 1st floor, and get a glimpse of our past heritage.

Carolyn Mauzy, Reference Librarian

Library Celebrates Banned Books Week

Banned Books Week (BBW) is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read and the importance of the First Amendment. Held during the last week of September, Banned Books Week highlights the benefits of free and open access to information while drawing attention to the harms of censorship by spotlighting actual or attempted bannings of books across the United States.

Intellectual freedom—the freedom to access information and express ideas, even if the information and ideas might be considered unorthodox or unpopular—provides the foundation for Banned Books Week. BBW stresses the importance of ensuring the availability of unorthodox or unpopular viewpoints for all who wish to read and access them.

The books featured during Banned Books Week have been targets of attempted bannings. Fortunately, while some books were banned or restricted, in a majority of cases the books were not banned, all thanks to the efforts of librarians, teachers, booksellers, and members of the community to retain the books in the library collections.

The top banned or challenged books of all time are:

Candide
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Brave New World
1984
The Catcher in the Rye
Lolita
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
The Anarchist Cookbook
The Satanic Verses
Harry Potter Series