Library News and Events - Champlain College

Meaningful Books Series Event

2012-02-07T11:27:00.000-08:00

Join your colleagues in the Library and on campus as Claire Giroux-Williams, Assistant Director for Residential Life Operations, shares her love of books with us at the Meaningful Books Series. All are welcome.

When: Monday, February 13th, 3:30-4:30
Where: Vista Room, 3rd floor MIC

Refreshments will be served!

LIBRARY WINS EXCELLENCE AWARD!

2012-01-26T07:19:00.000-08:00

Our library has been selected as the recipient of this year's ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award in the College Library category. We were selected in part because of our "nontraditional approach to instruction and positive student-driven environment." We're very excited and honored to receive this award and it's a testament to all the dedication, creativity, and fun that our team brings to the library.

New Films on Demand Database

2012-01-26T07:12:00.000-08:00

We recently purchased access to the business and economics collection from Films on Demand. This is a collection of educational videos on topics in f Business Education; Business Technology; Economics; Ethics & Business Law; Finance, Accounting & Taxation; Management; and Marketing. You can access this database in our alphabetical list under "F", under "article databases by subject" in the Business subject, or by using this link.

DISPLAY: Self-Portraits

2012-01-13T09:43:00.000-08:00

Stop by the library to enjoy a sampling of COR 110 student self-portraits. The works on display represent the efforts of members of the class of 2014 to integrate their learning in art, psychology, neuroscience, and literature to produce their own self-portraits at semester’s end.

DISPLAY: Brand New Children's Books

2012-01-06T09:06:00.000-08:00

Forthe first time, we’re showcasing children’s books added to theLibrary’s collection during 2011, including the most recent Caldecott (A Sick Day for Amos McGee, Philip Stead)and Newbery (Moon over Manifest,Clare Vanderpool) winners. These books are front and center for only a short time, so come have a look at one of the Library's best-kept secrets!

DISPLAY: Video Reviews!

2012-01-04T08:36:00.000-08:00

Check out something to read for fun this semester. There are three books on display that were selected by Champlain students as their favorites. You can watch a quick video of students discussing their favorite books by scanning the code on the front. Happy reading!

NEWS: Reception for "beaver collection"

2011-12-08T13:02:00.000-08:00

Libraries are known for their great and diverse collections. Over the next few weeks, the Library is proud to display the famous "beaver collection" on loan from the President’s Office. So, to honor CC’s school mascot "Chauncey," and in the spirit of the season, the Library is hosting "Another Dam Reception" on Tuesday, December 13th at 1 p.m. in the MIC. Take a break from the pressures of the semester and join us as we celebrate our eclectic Castor canadensis collection. You’re never too busy for some mud pie and chocolate pretzel sticks! And don’t miss a guest appearance from our own Chauncey…….

NEWS: Chronicle of Higher Ed now available

2011-11-09T10:08:00.001-08:00

The full content of the Chronicle of Higher Education is now available directly through the Library website. You’ll find it listed on the website under “All Article Databases A-Z” or “Article Databases by Subject” and then “Education.”

DISPLAY: Happy Halloween

2011-10-26T15:19:00.000-07:00

Looking for a frightful read this Halloween? Check out our display of books about witches, ghosts, and tales that are likely to send chills up your spine! Stop by the Library on Halloween from 1-5 and grab a sweet treat on us. Happy Haunting

DISPLAY: How do YOU see yourself?

2011-10-21T09:45:00.000-07:00

Core 110 students, if you need inspiration for your "self-portait" project, check out the display at the Library that includes some great books on portraiture. And if you're not taking Core 110, stop by anyway--our displays are always happy to have a viewing audience!

NEWS: New Business databases!

2011-10-20T14:26:00.001-07:00

Champlain College has just licensed two new databases that will be useful in business-related projects:

PrivCo: PrivCo is the premiere source for business and financial data on major, non-publicly traded corporations, including family-owned, private equity-owned, venture-backed, and international unlisted companies.

Prendismo: Prendismo offers over 15,000 video clips from experts broken into 200 topics, specifically focused on business, leadership and entrepreneurship.

Both databases are now available through the library website. (Hint: If these two new databases don’t appear when you go to the “Article Databases A-Z” or “Article Databases by Subject” pages, on the library website, be sure to refresh or “reload” the page. Many browsers cache a copy of webpages, and you may be seeing an outdated copy rather than the latest version.)

DISPLAY: Study Abroad

2011-10-14T13:28:00.000-07:00

Thinking about studying abroad? Come check out books about Dublin and Montréal; they're on display near the main entrance of the Miller Information Commons.

The deadline for the Dublin and Montréal Summer 2012 programs is April 1, 2012. For more information, take a look at the Champlain Abroad Web page.

4th Annual Chili Cookoff

2011-10-06T10:13:00.000-07:00

Once again that time of year is upon us. The days are getting shorter, and there’s a distinct chill in the air which can only mean one thing: time for CHILI!

On Thursday, October 20th the library is happy to present once again the 4th Annual Library Chili Cookoff.

The event is open to students, faculty and staff. Should you wish to pit your best chili recipe against others for eternal (chili-related) glory, please email aburkhardt@champlain.edu ASAP as there are a limited number of spots available.

In order to participate you will be required to:

Produce a medium to large sized pot of chili
Have it at the library and hot by 2:30pm the day of the contest
Have a container or crockpot that will keep it warm

I look forward to seeing you all in the library and sharing a bowl or two of chili with you.

DISPLAY: Hispanic/ Latino Heritage Month

2011-10-05T16:22:00.000-07:00

Take a minute to stop by the Miller Information Commons and take a look at our display of books highlighting Hispanic and Latino heritage and culture. Our display will be up from September 22 through October 12

DISPLAY: Wangari Maathai

2011-09-29T11:07:00.000-07:00

Check out our book display featuring books by and about Wangari Maathai, the founder of the Green Belt movement and the Nobel Peace Prize winner. She was an environmental activist and champion of women's rights. For more info check our one of our books or her Wikipedia page.

DISPLAY: Constitution Day

2011-09-19T14:44:00.000-07:00

Visit the book display near the main entrance of Miller Information Commons to learn more about the U.S. Constitution!

DISPLAY: Remembering 9/11

2011-09-08T10:29:00.001-07:00

Stop by Miller Information Commons to see “We Remember September 11, 2001,” a display of books near the main desk commemorating the 10^th anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks.

Free Buttons at the Front Desk!

2011-09-01T08:19:00.000-07:00

There are free buttons available at the front desk. They were made from books located here at the Champlain College Library. Feel free to grab one, and say hi.

NEWS: Snacks now in the library

2011-08-29T09:18:00.001-07:00

Need a quick but healthy snack? Check out the new "Fresh Vending" machine in the tower room on the main floor of Miller Informations Commons! You will find a healthy mix of chips, snacks, yogurt, and -- of course! -- chocolate to choose from. The Fresh Vending system accepts cash, credit, and debit cards. Let us know what you think!

NEWS: Library renovations in progress

2011-07-18T13:54:00.000-07:00

New paint and carpet are coming to the main and 2nd floors of Miller Information Commons this summer! Both the main floor and the 2nd floor will be disrupted by these improvements, but the results will be worth the temporary inconvenience. Currently, the main floor is in progress, but computers and seating are available on other floors of the building. We apologize for any inconvenience, and invite you to view our fresh new look this fall.

DISPLAY: Happy Fourth of July

2011-06-29T17:29:00.000-07:00

In celebration of the Fourth of July, we have created a display of some wonderful books about our founding fathers and the U.S. Constitution. Books about George Washington, Ben Franklin, James Madison and Alexander Hamilton are on display at the Miller Information Commons circulation desk. What a great time of year to read about some great people in American history! Enjoy

NEWS: Burkhardt named Academic Library Blog of the year!

2011-06-22T07:47:00.000-07:00

Emerging Technologies Librarian Andy Burkhardt has been named Academic Library Blog winner in the Salem Press 2011 Library Blog Awards! Describing Andy’s blog, Information Tyrannosaur, the panel of judges wrote: “Whatever the topic--technology in the service of education, social media, information literacy, new approaches to old library problems--Andy's posts always get to the heart of the matter. We enjoy his sincerity (‘Not everything has to be scholarly.’), his insistence on the ‘fun’ factor at the Reference Desk, and even his fascination with dinosaurs.”

Early closing May 26

2011-05-26T13:39:00.001-07:00

The library has closed early today, Thursday May 26, due to severe weather predictions, but we will reopen tomorrow morning at 8:30 am. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding of this decision.

Returning Library Books

2011-04-19T12:55:00.000-07:00

Just a friendly reminder for students to return their library books, before they leave for the semester. We are open on Friday, April 29th until 9:00 p.m. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday, April 30th & May 1st. We will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, May 2nd.

DISPLAY: April is National Poetry Month

2011-04-13T11:52:00.000-07:00

Finally it is Spring time! What a great time of year to celebrate Poetry. April is National Poetry Month. The Miller Information Commons has an impressive collection of poetry. We have created a display of some wonderful poetry books in the Main Foyer of the building. If you have a minute stop by. Enjoy!

Event: Meaningful Books Series

2011-04-12T11:37:00.001-07:00

The Miller Information Commons’ “Meaningful Books” Series highlights Roland Palmer

Tuesday, April 12th, 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Miller Information Commons, Vista Room

Join the Library in learning more about some of the books that have made a difference in Roland’s life. We hope you can join us! Refreshments will be served!

DISPLAY: International Photos

2011-04-05T15:10:00.000-07:00

Be sure to come in and view the International Photo competition now on display on the main floor of Miller Information Commons. New this year: Vote for your favorite photo! And while you are here, check out the accompanying display of photography-related books (also viewable in flickr).

NEWS: 13 Virtues of Next-Gen Librarians

2011-04-05T15:06:00.000-07:00

Check out a national presentation with Champlain's own Andy Burkhardt, highlighted in the second half of this article in the Chronicle of Higher Education under the heading "13 Ways of Looking at a Librarian.

DISPLAY: New Books

2011-03-17T13:35:00.000-07:00

Our latest group of new books is now on display, so "March" on over to the Library and see what we’ve added--many thought-provoking selections are available.

Display:March is Women's History Month

2011-03-09T12:32:00.000-08:00

March is Women's History Month. A time to celebrate women who have made it into the history books and have shown that women can do anything. From sports to medicine, engineering to politics, feminism to the arts, the Miller Information Commons has a wonderful collection on women. We take the month of March as an opportunity to showcase some of the wonderful books we have in our collection on women. If you have the opportunity, come on by and check out our display celebrating Women's History month. Enjoy!

NEWS: Spring break hours

2011-03-09T06:12:00.000-08:00

The library hours for the remainder of spring break are:

Weds Mar 9: 8:30am-5:00pm

Thur Mar 10: 8:30am-9:00pm

Fri Mar 11: 8:30am-5:00pm

Sat Mar 12: CLOSED

Sun Mar 13: Noon-Midnight

Regular hours resume Monday Mar 14.

DISPLAY: Social workers change futures!

2011-03-02T12:26:00.000-08:00

What do social work majors go on to do? Who were the major thinkers in the history of the field? March is national social work month, so come see the possibilities in the book exhibit "Social workers change futures" now on display in main floor of Miller Information Commons. (And check out the online photos!)

February is Black History Month

2011-02-08T10:06:00.000-08:00

In celebration of Black History Month, the Champlain College Library has created a display of wonderful books - from Maya Angelou to Rosa Parks to Jesse Jackson - come see the great collection of books that celebrate black history.

NEWS: Two new databases!

2011-02-01T06:32:00.000-08:00

Two new online resources are now available through the Library website:

“Choice: Current Reviews for Academic Libraries” is the premier source for reviews of academic books, electronic media, and Internet resources of interest to those in higher education. This is one of the primary sources that we use in the library to review new academic books, from which Hanna Bachrach can send reviews in your subject area to you. Now, you can also access Choice Reviews directly if you wish. In addition to browsing or searching for book reviews, if you complete a “Profile” you will receive a monthly newsletter listing the titles reviewed in the new issue that match you've selected. For more information, see T op Tips for Using the New Choice Reviews Online.

“Underground and Independent Comics, Comix, and Graphic Novels” is the first ever scholarly, primary source database focusing on adult comic books and graphic novels. While it may sound funny at first, this database was acquired specifically to support Champlain’s new MFA program, and is a treasure trove for designers specializing in sequential art. Beginning with the first underground comix from the 1960’s to the works of modern sequential artists, this collection will contain more than 75,000 pages of comics and graphic novels, along with 25,000 pages of interviews, criticism, and journal articles that document the continual growth and evolution of this artform.

Event: "Meaningful Books Series"

2011-01-28T12:10:00.000-08:00

The Miller Information Commons’
“Meaningful Books" series highlights
Valerie Esposito, Program Director, Environmental Policy

Wednesday, February 2nd, Noon-1:30 pm
Miller Information Commons, Vista Room
Cancelled--to be rescheduled

Valerie thinks that books have a lot in common with wine. Fine ones are meant to be savored, slowly imbibing their richness, which remains with you for days, weeks, even years to come. Other books are more flowery, good for uncorking laughter and relaxation, while others are enduring, to be shared and pored over with friends, explored and appreciated for their complexity. She looks forward to a full-bodied discussion!

DISPLAY: The words of Martin Luther King, Jr

2011-01-24T14:09:00.000-08:00

Read the powerful words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In support of tonight's reading of "Letter from the Birmingham Jail" sponsored by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and featuring Edgar Davis (Monday January 24, 7:00 p.m., Alumni Auditorium), books of Dr. King's writings are on display at the main desk of Miller Information Commons. Learn the power of Dr. King's speeches, letters, and sermons, in his own words.

News: New Catalog Look!

2011-01-14T11:02:00.000-08:00

Our catalog got a new look today. The new interface is cleaner and provides more information on the results list. We hope you find searching for books and ebooks even easier now. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at the library. Check out the new interface here: http://library.champlain.edu/

NEWS: New Databases!

2011-01-07T09:14:00.000-08:00

The following databases are now available in the Champlain Collection, and can be accessed via the library website:

Biography in Context (InfoTrac) --A "next-generation online portal" built on a foundation of 600,000+ biographies on more than 500,000 people. Includes the highly regarded Contemporary Authors database.
Career Transitions (InfoTrac) --Designed for people in the midst of a career or job change, this product includes resources for discovering, planning and pursuing the next career step: career exploration, resume preparation, tips for finding employment, and more.
Educator's Reference Complete (InfoTrac) --Contains more than 1,100 periodicals and 200 reports from the U.S. Department of Education. A resource for any educator - from school teachers and administrators to those studying in the field at the collegiate and graduate level.
LegalTrac (InfoTrac) --Provides full-text coverage of major law reviews, legal newspapers, bar association journals and international legal journals offers law students, faculty and legal researchers the publications they need for their research and practicum.
Opposing Viewpoints in Context (InfoTrac)  --Provides video, audio streams and podcasts, an image gallery, daily news updates, and interactive maps to accompany the popular Opposing Viewpoints database.
Powerspeak Languages (InfoTrac) --Self-paced language instruction in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, German and English for Spanish Speakers. Additional languages will be available in 2011.

These databases, along with many other Gale/InfoTrac resources, are available to Champlain through collaboration with the State of Vermont Department of Libraries, and are supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal agency, through the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Vermont Department of Libraries.

EVENT: Free coffee and snacks for finals

2010-12-09T11:22:00.000-08:00

Ease the stress of finals week and keep your energy up. Join us for FREE coffee and snacks from 6-close, Mon-Thu of finals week. It will be set up on the first floor of the library in the Tower Room. Don't forget to bring your own mug.

NEWS: LCDs in 3rd floor study rooms

2010-11-15T10:21:00.001-08:00

We recently installed 2 LCDs in MIC 303 and 304 to enable collaboration on group projects. You can plug in your laptop (or one of ours) and work on presentations, code, media or whatever else. Check them out or stop by the front desk and reserve one of the rooms today!

DISPLAY: November is National Aviation Month

2010-11-10T17:09:00.000-08:00

Come check out our library display this month, as we celebrate Aviation! From Amelia Earhardt to the Wright Brothers, we have a diverse collection on aviation. So spread your wings and read about the wonderful world of aviation this month!

DISPLAY: Famous and Infamous Mustachioed Men

2010-11-08T09:11:00.001-08:00

Gentlemen of the 'stache had a hand in shaping the world into what it is today. Read about their inspiring, fascinating, shameful, and sometimes terrifying exploits today!

AGLS Award presented to Champlain

2010-10-25T11:27:00.000-07:00

NEWS: Earlier this month, the Association for General and Liberal Studies (AGLS) honored Champlain College with the 2010 Exemplary Program Award. This award recognizes institutions that improve learning through collaborative efforts to gather results, use the results to develop systematic learning improvement projects, and then verify those improvements.

In presenting the award, AGLS wrote: "The Champlain College application appealed to the judges because it describes an information literacy assessment program built on a collaborative relationship between faculty and librarians described as 'a partnership for learning.' The partnership grew out of an effort to define information literacy outcomes and find assessment methods that faculty would support. The effort resulted in embedded student assessments across the curriculum and support for an e-portfolio initiative that allows for assessment of students’ skills developed through the completion of the four-year Core curriculum. Administrative support, professional development, and the commitment of both teaching librarians and faculty have led to demonstrated improvement of information literacy skills."

The award was accepted on behalf of the college by Betsy Beaulieu, Dean of the Core Division, Janet Cottrell, Director of the Library, and Michelle Miller, Senior Associate Provost, at the AGLS National Conference held October 6-9, 2010 in Austin, TX.

DISPLAY: October Birthdays and Anniversaries

2010-10-20T15:36:00.000-07:00

October is a great month! Many famous people were born in October and many events happened in the month of October. We have put a display together celebrating the birth of two great Presidents: John Adams and Teddy Roosevelt. Educator John Dewey, born in Burlington, Vermont was also born in October. The United Nations celebrates its 65th Anniversary this year. October is also the month that the Cuban Missile Crisis took place. Come and explore the great books we have on these people and events. Happy October!

EVENT: Harry Potter's World--Improv Mystery Theater

2010-10-12T07:42:00.000-07:00

Improv Mystery Theater
Thursday, October 14, 6-8 pm
Miller Information Commons
Directed by: Eric Ronis

During this Impov Mystery theater event, actors will portray characters from the Harry Potter universe and guide audience members through this treasure hunt/haunted house/murder mystery mash up! Thirty minute long mystery tours leaving on the half hour.

EVENT: Harry Potter's World Brown Bag Talk at noon

2010-10-07T07:42:00.000-07:00

Harry Potter-esque Brown Bag Talk 4
Thursday October 7, 12-1:30 pm, Alumni Auditorium
Hosted by: Steve Wehmeyer

“My Daemon can beat up your Patronus!” -- Visions of the magical “Second Self” in Western fantasy literature, art, mythology, and folklore.

This presentation explores the deep cultural roots of one of the most compelling concepts in recent fantasy literature – J.K, Rowling’s protective Patronuses and Phillip Pullman’s shape-shifting animal Daemons have their origins in ancient Western mythic traditions like that of the Roman Genius, the Greek Daimon, the Icelandic Fylgja, and the Anglo-Scottish Fetch. Through a multi-media presentation, we’ll examine some of these lesser known traditions which modern fantasy authors have mined for inspiration, and explore some of the reasons this idea of a “Double Self” continues to fascinate and intrigue us.

This presentation, while intended to appeal to a wide general audience, is particularly suited as a compliment to the questions being raised in COR 110 – “Concepts of the Self.”

Display: Constantly Connected

2010-10-04T08:26:00.000-07:00

A new book display is up at the front desk of the library examining the internet and how it relates to ourselves and society. Check one out today!

Event: "Mandrakes, Nightshades, and More"

2010-09-27T06:40:00.000-07:00

Mandrakes, Nightshades, and More
Wednesday, September 29, 7-9 pm, Morgan Room

Speaker: Katharine Anderson

Experience first-hand (minus screaming mandrakes), Harry's Herbology class as Katharine Anderson traces the science behind the folklore of nightshades that include the botany and chemistry that account for the family's notorious reputation.

Katharine is an ethnobotanist and cultural geographer who teaches in the Environmental Program at UVM. As an undergraduate botany major at UVM, she became fascinated with the stories of human interactions with the plant world. Her dissertation became a book titled Nature, Culture and Big Old Trees. At UVM she teaches Ethnobotany, Traditional Ecological Knowledge, and Religion and Ecology. Four years ago she taught a seminar called Mandrakes, Magic and Medicine, which led to her being part of the Harry Potter's World events.

Event: "Re-connecting to Magic"

2010-09-22T06:52:00.000-07:00

Re-connecting to Magic
Wednesday, September 22, 7-9 pm Morgan Room Speaker: Ivan McBeth
Ivan McBeth discovered early on in life that magic is a state we were all born into, a state of wonder and grace. He is excited to give a talk about this awesome mystery that exists, at the same time, inside us all, and all around us. After the talk he will conduct a ceremony to reconnect the children of the world with the magical realms that are their birthright. You are invited to help Ivan make this happen.
Ivan is the founder and head teacher of the Green Mountain Druid Order, a school of magic based in Worcester, Vermont. He builds stone circles such as the 'Earth Clock' in Oakledge Park, Burlington, and is the author of a book called The Crystal Journey. He plays the dijereedoo, throws a mean boomerang, and wears silly hats.

Event: "Reading Harry Potter"

2010-09-17T09:57:00.000-07:00

If you love Harry Potter or even just like Harry Potter, then come join the Children's Club at the library's Harry Potter's World exhibit featuring a costume contest and a read-aloud. Prizes will be given for creativity and authenticity. Refreshments!

Monday, September 20, 4-6 pm, MIC Tower Room, Presented by the Champlain College Children's Club.

EXHIBIT: Harry Potter's World!

2010-08-31T11:01:00.000-07:00

The Harry Potter’s World Exhibit will be on display in the Champlain College Library from September 6 through October 15, 2010. Stop by to see the exhibit and accompanying book displays, and check out the events listed on the exhibit website.

Library hours

2010-08-31T10:59:00.000-07:00

Miller Information Commons is open over 106 hours each week during the semester! See the library's hours.

DISPLAY: What Will You Do This Summer?

2010-06-09T12:49:00.000-07:00

Summer is a great time of year to try something new! We have put a display together of books about gardening, drawing, cooking, etc... Maybe you will feel inspired to try something new this summer and pick up a book at the library to help you with your new summertime adventure. Enjoy your summer!

NEWS: NextGen Librarian Award

2010-06-04T07:41:00.000-07:00

Andrew Burkhardt, Champlain College's Emerging Technologies Librarian, has been named a recipient of the Lyrasis 2010 NextGen Librarian Award.

This award honors three librarians new to the library profession who demonstrate an innovative and fresh approach to the profession and are leaders in our rapidly changing world. In selecting Andy, the award committee commended his ability to stay current to new technologies while valuing the importance of in-person connections. In their nomination materials, Andy's campus colleagues praised him as "a dynamic force" and "a key player in expanding the effective use of technologies within the library and on our campus" but also emphasized his sense of balance: "He brings innovative, fresh ideas, and fun to our library, but he also brings a seriousness of purpose and a genuine respect for others." "From his first day," one nominator wrote, "Andy has represented a dynamic force for positive changes, and has made the Miller Information Commons an even more integral part of the college environment."

As one of the three winners, Andy will receive an honorarium to cover registration and hotel accommodations to a library conference of his choice, and he will be interviewed for an article in the LYRASIS Newsletter and featured on the LYRASIS website. The award will be presented at the American Library Association 2010 Annual Conference in Washington, DC.

LYRASIS, the award's sponsor, is the nation’s largest regional library consortium, fostering collaboration and cooperation among member libraries and facilitating their success through networking, programming, innovative solutions, and group purchasing for products and services.

DISPLAY: In observation of Memorial Day

2010-05-28T06:45:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, is observed on the last Monday of May to remember and honor American women and men who have died while serving their country. This national holiday was first observed following the end of the Civil War. A collection of books in commemoration of the Memorial Day holiday is on display at the library circulation desk in the MIC.

DISPLAY: May is Latino & Hispanic Authors Month

2010-05-27T11:33:00.000-07:00

May is a great month to check out books by and about Latinos and Hispanics. We have created a display at the Library circulation desk of some wonderful books by Latinos and Hispanics as well as books about those cultures. All books are available for check out. Enjoy!

FREE Coffee and Snacks!

2010-04-22T12:38:00.000-07:00

From 4/22 - 4/29 the library will have snacks and coffee available on the first floor of the library for free from 8pm - close every night. We know it's a stressful time so the Provost's Office, the library, and generous community members have teamed up to keep student energy up and stress down when studying for finals and writing last minute papers. Help yourself to coffee, tea, and snacks while they last. Good luck on finals!

Books on Photography and World Cultures

2010-04-20T12:47:00.000-07:00

Books on Photography and World Cultures come together in this library exhibit assembled in conjunction with the 3rd Annual International Photo Contest being held at the Miller Information Commons

April is National Poetry Month

2010-04-20T12:28:00.000-07:00

Celebrate the month of April by reading some great poetry! We have created a great display of poetry books in the display case in the foyer of the Miller Information Commons. Enjoy!

NEWS: MANGO Languages

2010-04-06T10:39:00.000-07:00

We are happy to announce that Champlain has recently licensed a product called Mango to provide on-line language learning support. Mango includes conversational language instruction for a variety of languages such as Arabic, French, Irish Gaelic, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Greek, Japanese, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, Vietnamese, Hindi and many others. For some languages, ESL support is also available. Mango is web-based and accessible to Champlain students, faculty, and staff through the library website (under "M" in the "All Databases A-Z" link), or you can enter it directly using this URL: http://bit.ly/ava6h3

While Mango is not meant to replace traditional classroom instruction, it is a great starting point if you want to "try out" or brush up on a language, and an excellent resource for students, faculty, or staff who will be traveling. If you are using a computer with a microphone, you can even record yourself and compare your pronunciation with the instructor's.

Give Mango a try!

NEWS: Harry Potter exhibit

2010-03-03T13:37:00.000-08:00

“There was a lot more to magic, as Harry quickly found out, than waving your wand and saying a few funny words.”
---Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, J. K. Rowling

The Champlain College Library is happy to announce that the exhibit "Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine" will be coming to Miller Information Commons early this Fall, 2010.

This exhibition, made available by the National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health, is a fascinating look at Renaissance science, magic, and medicine, all in the context of J. K. Rowling's renowned Harry Potter series. The exhibit explores Harry Potter’s world with its roots in Renaissance science, and examines important ethical topics such as the desire for knowledge, the effects of prejudice, and the responsibility that comes with power.

Of course, the Library is planning an exciting series of events and activities to accompany the exhibit! Project Coordinators Marie Kascus and Paula Olsen are planning a creative set of speakers and events, and are working with collaborators from all over campus and beyond to make this an exhibit to remember. The themes and interest level of the exhibit make it a natural tie-in for many subject areas from the Core to the arts to the sciences, so you can expect several intriguing accompaniments to the exhibit itself.

"Harry Potter's World: Renaissance Science, Magic, and Medicine" will be on display in the main floor Tower room in Miller Information Commons from the end of August into mid-October, 2010 (precise dates to be announced). If you are interested in learning more about the exhibit or using it to further your courses, please contact Marie Kascus (kascus@champlain.edu or x2712) or Paula Olsen (olsen@champlain.edu or x6486).

For a sneak peak at the exhibit, view http://www.nlm.nih.gov/exhibition/harrypottersworld/exhibition.html

See you at the exhibit this Fall!

DISPLAY:Celebrate: Black History Month!

2010-02-08T17:01:00.000-08:00

Black History Month started as a month long celebration in February 1976. The Library has a wonderful collection of books on Black History and we have created a display at the circulation desk for your enjoyment. If you have a moment please stop by and check it out!

DISPLAY: J. D. Salinger

2010-01-29T13:46:00.000-08:00

Jerome David "J. D." Salinger, January 1, 1919-January 27, 2010, was an American author best known for his book The Catcher in the Rye. He was 91 years of age, and, according to Wikipedia, his last published work was in 1965, and his last interview in 1980. If you are passing through the MIC in the next couple of days, take an opportunity to look at our display honoring Mr. Salinger.

Champlain joins NITLE

2010-01-15T14:04:00.000-08:00

Champlain College is now an institutional member of the National Institute for Technology in Liberal Education (NITLE), a community-based, non-profit initiative that helps colleges and universities explore and implement digital technologies. NITLE's mission is to catalyze innovation to advance liberal education in the digital age. As their website describes, "We are centrally concerned with the integration of technology into teaching and learning, strategic approaches to managing technology infrastructure on small campuses, and the impact and implications of emerging technologies for liberal education."
Champlain faculty and staff members can take advantage of Champlain's NITLE membership in several ways:

Join an online community and share ideas about teaching with colleagues at other schools. Sample communities include: Advancing pedagogical uses of technology on campus,... Teaching about North Africa, the Middle East, and Islam ...Teaching and supporting teaching of languages and cultures (see details)

Follow NITLE's blogs

Participate in online sessions held in the "virtual auditorium" on topics such as "Teaching with Mobile Devices: Mapwalks" or "Using Technology to Teach Contemporary Political Conflicts" (see more information on virtual as well as F2F events)

Learn more about NITLE via the NITLE website

Martin Luther King Jr.Display

2010-01-11T13:35:00.000-08:00

In honor and remembrance of MLK Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement, we have created a display of books at the Library Circulation desk. We have a wonderful collection of books on MLK Jr. and have hand picked some of our favorites. Come by the library and check it out! All books are available for borrowing.

Winter Break Hours

2009-12-18T06:15:00.000-08:00

The library will be open for limited hours during Champlain's winter break. See the full schedule of hours for details. Happy holidays, everyone!

Exam week snacks

2009-12-04T08:04:00.000-08:00

Don't stress out! The library will be providing night-time snacks for students during exams...stay tuned for more information.

Exam Week Hours

2009-12-04T08:02:00.000-08:00

View the library hours during exams and the upcoming winter break.

Thanksgiving Hours

2009-11-24T06:56:00.000-08:00

Champlain College, and the Library, will close at 2pm Wednesday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Library will reopen at 5:00 pm Sunday November 29. View a complete list of hours during Thanksgiving week.

EVENT: Creative Expressions of Diversity

2009-11-10T09:03:00.000-08:00

Celebrate Diversity!
Date & time: Friday, November 13, 2009 - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Vista Room, 3rd floor, Miller Information Commons

Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Library as they celebrate Champlain College students sharing their individual expressions of diversity through photography, poetry, artwork, readings, and slide shows. Light refreshments served. All students, staff, and faculty welcome to join in our celebration. Questions, contact Sophia Morris-Pittman at smorrispittman@champlain.edu or Paula Olsen at olsen@champlain.edu.

DISPLAY: Books by Chris Crawford, Interactive Storyteller and Game Designer

2009-10-28T13:47:00.000-07:00

Books by Chris Crawford, Interactive Storyteller and Game Designer who will be speaking at Champlain later this week, are now on display at the main desk in Miller Information Commons.

EVENT: Belize

2009-10-26T12:12:00.001-07:00

ONE FAMILY FROM BELIZE

Michele Melia, Cataloging and Systems Librarian

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Noon-1:00 pm

Vista Room, Miller Information Commons

Have you ever heard of Belize? Michele Melia, Cataloging and Systems Librarian at Miller Information Commons, was inspired by her father's stories of his early life in Belize and has sought to learn more about this Central American/Caribbean country. She will explore her African, European, and Native American roots as they are part of the fascinating history and complex culture of Belize.

Sponsored by "Speak Out! Embracing Diversity!", Sophia Morris-Pittman, 383-6621, smorrispittman@champlain.edu

EVENT: Chili Cook-Off Today, Oct 22!

2009-10-22T07:31:00.001-07:00

Champlain College's 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off, hosted by the Library and the Networking and Recreation Committee, is today!
Where: Miller Information Commons
When: Thursday, October 22nd
Time: 2:00-4:15pm or until the chili runs out!
Come and taste--we need your votes on the People's Choice chili award!

EVENT: China Mojo!

2009-10-20T07:36:00.000-07:00

Join us at the Library on Monday for this exciting presentation!

China Mojo: Twitter! Wordpress! YouTube! Facebook!

How Champlain Travelers Used Web 2.0 Social Media To Share Our Summer 2009 Two-Week Adventure In Western China

MIC 305-306, Miller Information Commons
Monday, October 26, 2009
3:30 to 5:00; Light Refreshments Will Be Served

Join Jenica Norrish (Class of '07), Katherine Maund (Class of '09), Kristen Mercure (Class of '09), and CCM's Dr. Rob Williams for a fun and interactive conversation about Web 2.0, 21st Century Global Education, and International Travel.

Mini Presentations:

3:30 Welcome - Rob

3:45 Wordpressing China: How We Used Our Blog Abroad - Jenica

4:00 Twittering for Dollars: Fundraising and Web 2.0 Social Media - Kat

4:15 Youtube'ing Mojo: FLIPping our Daily China Adventures - Kristen

4:30 Open Discussion - Curricular and Community Possibilities - All

NEWS: Reciprocal Borrowing News

2009-10-17T07:26:00.000-07:00

Champlain students, faculty, and staff may now borrow books from UVM! In addition, Champlain faculty members may now borrow books from Vermont Consortium of Academic Libraries member institutions. Both of these reciprocal agreements augment Champlain's collections, so read the links for details.

DISPLAY: Support Your Local Museum!

2009-10-16T13:14:00.000-07:00

THIS FALL, TURN OVER A NEW LEAF, AND GET CULTURED!!

Plan to visit The Robert Hull Fleming Museum - a cultural treasure prized by Vermonters and visitors for more than 70 years. Located on the campus of the University of Vermont, the Fleming is a short walk from the Champlain campus. See some cool stuff and meet neighboring friends and students at the same time……CC ID GETS YOU IN FREE

Workshop: Refworks

2009-10-13T12:36:00.000-07:00

The Library will be hosting three workshops over the next few days to introduce RefWorks. Refworks is a tool to organize all your citations and easily create a bibliography from them. Workshops will be held at the following times:

Thursday, Oct. 15th, noon, Foster 100
Monday, Oct. 19th, 3:30, MIC 308
Tuesday, Oct. 20th, 7 pm, Foster 104

Please feel free to join us at any of these workshops to learn more about RefWorks.

NEWS: Website Down Monday

2009-10-09T11:39:00.000-07:00

On Monday Oct. 12th the website will be down due to network upgrades. Until then bookmark http://champlaincollegelibrary.pbworks.com/home for access to most services.

DISPLAY: September 17 is Constitution Day

2009-09-14T15:09:00.000-07:00

On September 17, 1787 the United States Constitution was signed. This year we celebrate the 222nd anniversary of its signing. We have created a display of books in the Miller Information Commons about the U.S. Constitution. If you have a chance check out the library display case in the main foyer.

EVENT: Jeff Rutenbeck's Meaningful Books

2009-09-14T11:02:00.000-07:00

The Miller Information Commons’ “Meaningful Books” series highlights Jeff Rutenbeck.
Tuesday, Sept. 15, Noon, MIC Vista Room

When asked for a bio, Jeff’s response was his usual: collaborative and inclusive. He says, “Please help me explore my subconscious mind as I examine my personal relationship with scholarly works (Lars Qvortrup, Raymond Williams, Rob Kling, Marshall McLuhan, and more) and the science fiction/fantasy creations of Robert Heinlein, Frank Herbert, Phillip K. Dick, Isaac Asimov, Orson Scott Card, Robert Anton Wilson (and throw in a little Thucydides and Emile Zola). Besides my affection and admiration, I’m not really sure if these works have anything in common . . . but let’s figure it out together!”

DISPLAY: The Community Book Program

2009-09-02T13:31:00.000-07:00

On Display at the Library: Champlain College’s Community Book Program

No matter what you do at Champlain, you can talk to someone else on campus about the book we’re all reading this year.

The 2009 Community Book is Standing Up to the Madness: Ordinary Heroes in Extraordinary Times by Amy and David Goodman.

Previous books include T.C. Boyle's Tortilla Curtain, Dave Egger's What is the What, Julie Otsuka's When the Emperor Was Divine, and Khaled Husseini's The Kite Runner. And MORE! Stop by the display to say more titles from previous Community Book's on display.

Champlain’s Community Book Program—
Books that matter.

New databases

2009-08-25T06:18:00.000-07:00

It's a new academic year and several new full-text article databases are now available in Champlain's online collection. Check out the Databases by Subject lists to identify new resources in your area of study.

Relevancy ranking now in online catalog

2009-08-25T06:11:00.000-07:00

When you search for books in Champlain's collection, your results will now be ranked by relevance. Try it out by doing a Keyword search in the online catalog.

NEWS: Catalog back online

2009-06-30T11:41:00.000-07:00

The online catalog is functional again! The planned upgrade to the Champlain College online catalog system has been successfully completed. Thanks for your patience during the upgrade process.

NEWS: CATALOG DOWN TODAY JUNE 30

2009-06-26T07:33:00.001-07:00

The Champlain College Library online catalog will be unavailable from 8:00 am on Tuesday, June 30 until 8:00 am on Wednesday, July 1 due to server replacement. This planned upgrade will allow for continued maintenance and growth of the catalog, but it means that the online catalog will be unsearchable during this time period, particularly the day of Tuesday June 30.

We apologize for the inconvenience. If you need to locate and check out books during the downtime, please let us know so we can try to help. No other resources on the Library website other than the catalog will be affected. We anticipate that the online catalog will be fully functional by 8:00 am Wednesday, July 1.

DISPLAY:Lake Champlain Quadricentennial

2009-06-11T10:48:00.000-07:00

In celebration of the 400 years since Samuel de Champlain's travels to Lake Champlain, the Champlain College Library has created several displays for you to enjoy. We have gathered many wonderful books and artifacts which are on display in the Library main foyer display case as well as at different points on the first floor of the Library. Please stop by if you have a chance. Enjoy!

DISPLAY: MAY is "Get Caught Reading" Month!

2009-05-12T13:44:00.000-07:00

Have you ever been caught reading? We hope so! The library staff was photographed in various places - yes we were caught reading and we want to share those pictures and the books we were reading with you. All month long there will be a display in the main library foyer display case of library staff pictures and the terrific books they were caught reading. If you have a minute stop by and check it out! Happy Reading

Display & Event: 2nd Annual International Photo Contest

2009-04-13T08:53:00.000-07:00

Books on photography and world cultures come together in this library exhibit assembled in conjunction with the 2nd Annual International Photo Contest being held at the Miller Information Commons. Photographs are currently on display. Prizes will be awarded on Tuesday, April 21st, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the MIC. Refreshments.

DISPLAY: Dreaming of Paradise

2009-03-27T13:36:00.001-07:00

Webster defines paradise as "any place of complete bliss and delight and peace." One might add, warm. Stop by the library and check out a collection of books on display that challenges Webster's definition--paradise: lost or found? myth or reality?

Library on Facebook!

2009-03-24T14:30:00.000-07:00

Become a fan of Champlain College library on Facebook. Check out our photos, videos, and what's going on in the Miller Information Commons.

DISPLAY: Diversity and Inclusion Across the Curriculum

2009-03-24T11:29:00.000-07:00

We currently have a display up at the Library Circulation desk of new books acquired over the past year at Champlain College focusing on diversity and inclusion. Come check out the exhibit if you have a chance!

DISPLAY: March is Women's History Month

2009-03-11T12:24:00.000-07:00

From traveling into space to serving in government, women have long played important roles in society. In honor of Women's History Month we have created a display about many different women in history and their contributions. We have a great selection of books on women! Stop by the Miller Information Commons if you have a chance- the display is in the main foyer display case. Enjoy!

DISPLAY:February Is National Bird Feeding Month

2009-02-23T14:11:00.000-08:00

Birds, what would we do without precious birds? In honor of National Bird Feeding Month, we have created a display of some beautiful and informational bird books. Birds play such an important role in nature. You can help feed birds in some very simple and inexpensive ways.So if you can.. help feed the birds!

The Meaningful Books Series Highlights Becky Peterson

2009-02-23T06:16:00.000-08:00

The Miller Information Commons’
“Meaningful Books” series highlights
Becky Peterson

Tuesday, February 24th at Noon.
Miller Information Commons, Vista Room
(Refreshments will be served)

Becky is in her 22nd year at Champlain and is currently the Registrar. For 16 years, she worked as a Counselor in Student Life. She has also led the Music Makers group at Champlain for 12 years. When she is not at work, there is a good chance that Becky is either singing, practicing yoga, or reading.

Becky clearly remembers when, at 7 years old, her father took her to the public library to get her first library card. Reading opened up a whole new world to her, and since that day, Becky has made frequent pilgrimages to the public library wherever she has lived.

Becky enjoys the serendipity involved in finding just the right book to read in the present and then looking back years later and seeing the ways books have connected with each other and with her life as it has evolved. Selecting this list of meaningful books has been a real “trip down memory lane” for Becky, and she looks forward to sharing what she discovered along the way.

ARTWORK: Self Portraits

2009-02-20T07:40:00.001-08:00

Stop by the library to enjoy a very impressive display of COR 110 student self-portraits. The works on display represent the efforts of members of the class of 2012 to integrate their learning in art, psychology, neuroscience, and literature to produce their own self-portraits at semester’s end. You can also see them on our Flickr photostream.

DISPLAY: Darwin

2009-02-09T06:54:00.000-08:00

Chuck Darwin and Abe Lincoln share the exact same birthday (2/12/1809), so we have put displays up for both of them. In addition to sharing the same birthday and being extraordinary human beings, they also both had amazing beards: Lincoln's Beard, Darwin's Beard. The coincidences are eerie.

DISPLAY: Abraham Lincoln's 200th Birthday

2009-02-04T10:58:00.000-08:00

Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809. This year we celebrate his 200th birthday. A display has been created featuring some marvelous books on President Lincoln. Stop by the library and check out the display in the main foyer display case. The display will be up for the month of February.

DISPLAY: John Updike

2009-01-29T06:07:00.000-08:00

John Updike died on the 27th of this month from lung cancer. He was 76 years old. With over 50 books and hundreds of articles, Updike’s work has made a lasting impression on American letters. To commemorate Updike’s life, the Library has created a display of his books. Come check them out!

DISPLAY: Influential books of our President

2009-01-20T10:55:00.000-08:00

Yesterday an article was published in The New York Times listing some of the books that shaped President Obama's life. We have created a display of some of those books at the Miller Information Commons Circulation desk. Stop by and check them out!

Display: Vermont Authors & Winter Sports

2009-01-13T12:56:00.001-08:00

Welcome back! It's the beginning of spring semester '09 and whether you're hitting the books, or hitting the slopes, stop by the library and check out our displays on Vermont Authors Every Reader Should Know About,and winter sports.....and keep warm on these chilly Vermont winter days!