March

Archives Open House

March 30, 2011
What secrets lurk in the heart of Hagerty's lower level? Only the Drexel Archives know! And maybe they'll tell you if you come to their open house, this afternoon from 5-7pm. Archives staff will be displaying some of their favorite materials from the collections, including rare books, early photos of Drexel and the library school, and 19th-century correspondence. Come meet the Archives staff and learn about their services and upcoming events.
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Grimy Keys

March 25, 2011
Please wipe down the keyboards; they are getting greasy and nasty. Thanks for letting us know. We clean the computers and keyboards regularly, but they do get gunky between their baths. We will check on them soon. Meanwhile, if you need a cleaner keyboard, please visit the reference desk for a cleansing cloth.
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Welcome Back, Friend!

March 25, 2011
We're so glad to see you. Want to be friends? Like us on Facebook and find out what's happening. Here are a couple of teasers. We're welcoming you back with two events:
- The E-Resources Fair is this Tuesday 10am-2pm. Stop by the atrium and find out what's new in online research resources.
- Library Quizzo is Thursday, March 31st 4:30-6pm. Gather a team of your smartest, most competitive friends and head on over to Bookmark Cafe to answer questions about Philadelphia, Drexel, and the libraries. There will be prizes and refreshments, of course.
Need more information? Read all about it on Facebook.
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American Libraries: Learning Terrace to Embed Library Throughout Drexel Campus

March 22, 2011
A new library facility at Drexel University in Philadelphia is 'the first step toward embedding the libraries across campus,' according to Dean of Libraries Danuta Nitecki. Visit American Libraries.com, The Magazine of the American Library Association, to read more.
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This Tuesday: Learn Reaxys

March 17, 2011
At 10am on Tuesday, March 22nd, Jennifer Renak from Reaxys will offer an hour-long training session on the ins and outs or Reaxys. Please join us! It's open to all faculty, graduate students, and library staff. Reaxys is a workflow solution for research chemists. It can speed up your research workflow by combining reaction and substance data in organic, organometallic, inorganic and physical chemistry with synthesis planning. What use to be Beilstein and Gmelin are now combined into one database! Details on the Reaxys training:
- Tuesday, March 22nd
- Room L14 on Hagerty Library's lower level
- 10am-11am (gathering will begin at 9:30)
- RSVP: Beth Ten Have, et73@drexel.edu.
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388 New Journals

March 14, 2011
Drexel Libraries has just acquired subscriptions to nearly 400 new journals in the arts and sciences. These come to us courtesy of JSTOR's Arts & Sciences 5 and Arts & Sciences 6 collections, which we've just signed onto. Take a look at the titles for Arts & Sciences 5 and Arts & Sciences 6. There's something there for almost everyone, including those with interst in the arts, history, business, law, education, and library and information science.
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New Fines Policy @ Hagerty

March 14, 2011
Starting next term, those with more than in library fines will not be able to check out reserve books. Have you ever needed to read a chapter for class but not been able to get the book you need from the Library's reserve collection because a classmate has kept it out past their time? It happens too often at Hagerty Library so starting in the Spring quarter, once you reach in fines, you won't be able to check out reserve books. As always, once you hit in fines, you lose the ability to check out 28 day loan books, laptops, DVDs or access our electronic databases. How This May Affect You This means that some of you will have to pay off your fines before you'll be able to use the library in the Spring. We know this is a new procedure, so when you come to the circulation desk, ask to speak with a supervisor and we'll be happy to discuss your account with you to make sure that our new policy is clear. Not sure if you have fines? Check your library account. How Can I Pay My Fines? You may pay either half of your balance or the full balance. Partial payments will not be accepted.
- In person: Come to the circulation desk and pay with a credit card (VISA or Mastercard), check (made out to Drexel Libraries) or cash. We also accept Ultima Funds!
- Not in town? You can pay over the phone with a credit card ( minimum) by calling 215-895- 2755 and ask to speak with a supervisor. Or, mail us a check, but be sure to note your student ID in the memo so that we can clear your account!
- Remember: The point of this is not to make money or to keep books from students, but to work together to make sure that the greatest number of students can benefit from what the library has to offer.
What We're Doing to Make Things Better We're working to provide more copies of the books you need. If we don't have a book you're looking for, there are a few things you can do:
1. Ask your professor to provide the library with a copy of the book.
2. Send us an email! reserve@drexel.edu
3. Fill out our suggestion sheet at the Hagerty Library circulation desk.
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24/7: It's on

March 10, 2011
Hagerty Library is now open 24 hours/day, everyday, until the end of finals. Need a place to study at 3am? We're it. To accommodate Drexel's studying masses, Hagerty is also closed to Alumni, guests from affiliated universities, and members of the public until Monday, March 21st.
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100 Library Likes

March 7, 2011

Pop quiz:
1. What three events will Drexel Libraries be hosting during week one of spring term?
2. What Drexel Archives exhibit did the Triangle cover on February 25th?
3. How many people like Drexel Libraries on Facebook?
Your answers: Find them on Facebook. We like you so much! Please like us back. Help us get to 100 likes by the end of finals.
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Faculty: Spring Reserves Start Now

March 2, 2011
Spring term starts in three weeks! Want your students to get a leg up on spring term reading? Help them out by getting your course reserves set up ASAP. It's never too early. Please don't forget: we've got a lot of course reserves to manage here at the library. The more time you can give us to get it all into the system, the better prepared we'll be to get your students exactly what they need. Putting readings on reserve is pretty easy. Just fill out the form. Questions? Please contact Gina Cacace, the library's reserves coordinator, at 215-895-6786 or gdc27@drexel.edu.
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3/31/11 - Welcome Back Week Quizzo

March 1, 2011

Gather a group of friends and join the Libraries for Welcome Back Week Quizzo. Enjoy complimentary popcorn, drinks and soft pretzels while your team answers questions about Philadelphia, Drexel University, the Libraries and current events. The top three scoring teams will receive prizes.

Thursday, March 31st W. W. Hagerty's Bookmark Cafe 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Hosts include: Rob Sieczkiewicz (University Archivist), Jay Bhatt (Engineering Reference Librarian), Ellie Goldberg (Library Assistant, Information Services) and more!

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