December

GOOD.com: The Year in Education: Innovations Changing the Way the World Learns

December 23, 2011

GOOD.com named Drexel University Libraries' Library Learning Terrace as one of the Innovations Changing the Way the World Learns in 2011.

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2011 Annual Report

December 21, 2011
The Libraries' 2011 Annual Report is now available online.
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Typography Artwork Unveiling & Reception

December 14, 2011
[caption id='attachment_709' align='alignleft' width='174' caption='An exhibit of Student work is displayed in the Library Learning Terrace'][/caption] Join Drexel University Libraries on Tuesday, January 17th from 5 - 6:30 PM for a reception recognizing the student artists whose designs will be featured in the Library Learning Terrace on the Herman Miller divider screens. The selected pieces will be unveiled during the event. For more images of the project, visit our Flickr Page. Click here to RSVP. For more information, please contact Jenny James Lee via email or at 215-571-4095.
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Dragons on the Gridiron: A History of Football at Drexel

December 14, 2011

Drexel University Libraries invites you to two exciting events marking the opening of a new exhibition on the history of football at Drexel.

Wednesday, January 18th -- Coffee & Conversation Event, 4 - 6 PM Join alumni, faculty, students, administrators and friends for a conversation about the role of athletics in the University; past, present and future. Special Guests TBA. 4:00 - 5:00 PM, reception, 5:00 - 6:00 PM, conversation Coffee and Light refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, January 28th -- Homecoming Event, 11:30 - 1:30 PM Join the campus in celebrating Drexel's homecoming with this new exhibit from Archives and Special Collections. Featuring items selected by alumni of the football team, the exhibit will detail the history of the Drexel football. The event will feature special screenings of historic football films and remarks from football alumni. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information, please contact Jenny James Lee or 215-571-4095. Both events will be held in W. W. Hagerty Library at the corner of 33rd & Market Streets. A valid photo ID is required to enter the building.

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The Triangle: Learning Terrace Displays Student Art

December 10, 2011
Drexel University's student newspaper, The Triangle, recaps the Typography project bringing together sophomore typography students and the Libraries. View the article online at thetriangle.org.
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Issue 5, Vol 1 - Drexel University Libraries: In Circulation

December 8, 2011
View the December Issue online. Articles include:
- Medical Students Test Advanced Literature Search Skills in Small Group Assignments
- Student Designs to Inspire Learning at the Library Learning Terrace
- Libraries' Going National with Apple Computers Event Joins Campus Community in Conversation about Technology and Education
- Digital@Drexel Presentation and Showcase Event Highlights Digital Projects at Drexel
- Faculty from Morocco on State Department Tour, Visit Libraries
- Have a Smart Phone, iPad, Kindle or Nook? E-Books are Now Downloadable
- Staff News and Announcements
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Libraries Bid Farewell to Senior Administrator, Lenore Hardy

December 2, 2011
On Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Lenore Hardy, Director of Library Administrative Services and Director of the Health Sciences Libraries, announced her retirement from the Libraries, effective December 31. Lenore served the libraries of Drexel University, its College of Medicine, and the four medical schools that preceded the merger for nearly 29 years.
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Have a Smart Phone, iPad, Kindle or Nook? 32,000 scholarly books are available to you.

December 2, 2011
You'll be happy to learn that eBrary e-books are now downloadable! Current Drexel students, faculty and staff have access to over 32,000 scholarly books from the vendor eBrary, including titles from a wide variety of disciplines. Reading these books previously required an active internet connection, but all that has changed. Now, e-books can be downloaded and used offline by creating a PDF of a single chapter, or installing the free Adobe Digital Editions to download an entire book. That means you can take them on the plane, overseas, anywhere! EBrary books can be found in the Libraries' catalog using a keyword search (click here to view an example), or browse the full-text of the entire collection by logging onto the eBrary platform itself. Those curious about technical details can see the FAQ. Questions or comments? Contact Tim Siftar, Liaison Librarian for Education and Information Science and Technology Article By: Tim Siftar
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W. W. Hagerty Library Open for Nine Straight Days

December 1, 2011
It's that time of year again - and no - we don't mean the Holidays. It is finals week at Drexel, and we're busy getting ready for the influx of students who use the Libraries to prepare for exams.
- W. W. Hagerty Library will be open 24/7 between Thursday, December 1 at 7:30 AM - Friday, December 9 at 10 PM.
- The Library Learning Terrace will be open 24/7 between Sunday, December 4 at noon - Friday, December 9 at 5 PM.
For this last week of the fall term the Libraries hours change to remain open around the clock, offering students learning spaces whenever best suits their needs. It also means that you must have a valid, current Dragon Card to enter the Libraries. Best of luck on exams!
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24/7 at W. W. Hagerty Library & The Library Learning Terrace

December 1, 2011
We'll help you get through Finals Week with extended hours. If you like to study at 7 AM, 5 PM, Midnight or 2 AM - we're open!
- W. W. Hagerty Library will be open 24/7 between Thursday, December 1 at 7:30 AM - Friday, December 9 at 10 PM.
- The Library Learning Terrace will be open 24/7 between Sunday, December 4 at noon - Friday, December 9 at 5 PM.
During this period only CURRENT Drexel students, faculty & staff can enter the building. DragonCards are required for entry.
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