W. Frank Steely Library

Steely Library News Archive

Announcements

Allen Ellis chairs panels at Popular Culture Association's annual international conference

Allen, as area chair for Libraries, Archives, and Popular Culture, chaired four panels at the 38th annual conference of the Popular Culture Association, in San Francisco, CA, March 19-12.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-27

Library Graduate Assistant Position Available

See our jobs page for information about this open position.

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-29

Positions Available

See our jobs page for information about open positions.

Removed from Current News: 2007-12-31

Extended hours for the week before finals

Monday – Thursday, Dec. 3-6, 2007: the library will remain open until 1:00 am.

Removed from Current News: 2007-12-06

Feedback

Send us a comment! We'd like to hear from you.

http://library.nku.edu/form/comment.html

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-30

Steely Library receives Target grant

Steely Library and Target Stores have partnered for "Spinning Yarns: Tales from Appalachia," in recognition of its efforts to celebrate Children's Book Week and the Appalachian Culture. As part of the program Paul Brett Johnson will present a workshop at

http://advancement.nku.edu/page.asp?p=0111700&id=138

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-30

Thanks to Retirees

We extend thanks and appreciation to our recent retirees. Thanks to Ann Harding, Gerry Williams, Peggy Vater, and Judy Breuggen.

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-30

Welcome from Steely Library

Steely Library welcomes you to Fall Semester 2007! We look forward to providing you with the information resources you need for classes or offering you a pleasant place to study or relax between classes. Come check out our lounge, complete with Ritazza Cafe and wireless access. Have a great semester!

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-30

Extended Hours this Fall

Steely Library will have extended hours this fall: Friday (5:30pm) and Sunday (1:00am).

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-28

Construction on Steely's Second Floor

Items on the second floor of Steely Library have been shifted in preparation for construction. If you need assistance locating items, please ask for assistance at the information desk.

Removed from Current News: 2007-09-30

Computer Lab & IT Help Desk

Steely Library's fourth floor now boasts an IT Computer Lab while the IT Help Desk is now located on Steely Library's first floor.

Removed from Current News: 2007-02-02

Steely elevator to be closed 3-4 weeks...

Work on the glass elevator in Steely Library is set to begin December 19. There is another elevator several feet away near the stairwell that will remain open for use. The glass elevator will remain closed until work has been completed.

Removed from Current News: 2006-12-30

Please Welcome Rob Zai

Please welcome Rob Zai, will begin as Coordinator of Information and Research Assistance starting November 13th.

Removed from Current News: 2006-11-30

Upgrading Facilities

Construction has begun in Steely Library to renovate a variety of public service areas. Specifically, improved service and instructional areas will be built on the 3rd floor. In addition, on the 1st floor collection space will be expanded study spaces will be enhanced with improved electrical wiring.

During this construction, some services and facilities will be located. Please check with the Information Desk for new locations or alternative services. Unfortunately, lamination service will not be available during the early stages of this construction. The staff at the Information Desk can also confirm when the lamination machines are again available.

Construction contractors are working prior to 8am to minimize disruption; however, at times there will be increased noise in the Library. We apologize for that inconvenience. No construction will be done during exam week.

Removed from Current News: 2006-11-02

Increased Fines

Beginning with the fall 2006 semester fines on overdue materials will be assessed at the rate of $.50 a day with a maximum of $15.00 per item. Reserve overdues will remain at $.25 an hour with a maximum of $25.00.

Removed from Current News: 2006-10-30

Welcome to Leslie Hammann

Please welcome Steely Library's newest faculty member Leslie Hammann.

Removed from Current News: 2006-09-30

Instructional Services Librarian

Please welcome Stephanie Smith who has joined Steely Library as the new Instructional Services Librarian.

Removed from Current News: 2006-09-02

Extended Collections Services Librarian

John Schlipp has accepted the extended collections services librarian position. He will be starting August 14, 2006.

Removed from Current News: 2006-08-30

Arne Almquist Appointed CIO

Arne Almquist has been appointed as Interim University CIO/Associate Provost for Library Services, effective July 1, 2006.

Removed from Current News: 2006-07-01

Big Changes for NKUIRE

In response to user feedback the NKUIRE catalog continues to change. Please let us know what you think about our virtual renovations by contacting the Systems Librarian.

Removed from Current News: 2006-02-04

Accepting applications...

We are accepting applications for Systems Librarian. [November 2005]

http://library.nku.edu/jobs/

Removed from Current News: 2006-01-18

Gift cards [Fall 2005]

Send your student back to school with gift cards and certificates from Steely Library. They make a great alternative to cash.

http://library.nku.edu/ap/scrip.html

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

New Web Templates [August 2005]

New templates for Steely Library's Web site are being implemented. While the process should be transparent, please excuse any temporary inconsistencies.

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

NKUIRE Upgrade [August 2005]

The NKUIRE system was be upgraded the week of August 8-12. Some information, particularly circulation and patron information, may not be current. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have cause.

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Open Positions [September 2005]

See our available positions page for September 2005's faculty and staff job openings.

http://library.nku.edu/jobs/

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

KHECC [June 2005]

The Kentucky Higher Education Computing Conference opens September 29, 2005. Check the Web site for more details or to submit a proposal.

http://khecc.nku.edu

Removed from Current News: 2005-08-30

GOT WIFI? [May 2005]

Steely Library is a location for using wireless equipment. There are also wireless laptops available for use in the Library at the Circulation Desk. Check 'em out!

http://library.nku.edu/wifi/

Removed from Current News: 2005-07-30

Minority Fellowship and Graduate Assistantship Available for Fall 2004 [May 2004]

Students in MLS programs are welcome to view the information and applications for these positions.

http://library.nku.edu/ris/scholarjobs.html

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

Royleen Seibert Retires [July 2004]

Royleen Seibert, Head of the Steely Library Circulation Department, retired from her position on July 31. Royleen had been with Steely Library for 27 years. [August 2004]

Removed from Current News: 2004-09-30

Jazzman's Cafe [February 2004]

Stop by Jazzman's Cafe in the lobby of Steely Library for a drink or a bite to eat.

Removed from Current News: 2004-04-30

Library Events

RefWorks Galas

Faculty are invited to attend a RefWorks gala April 30 (noon-2 p.m.) or May 6 (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) in SL 300. Learn about RefWorks (web-based research management, writing and collaboration tool designed to help researchers easily gather, manage, store and share all types of information and generate citations and bibliographies), grab a cookie and maybe win a door prize. RSVP to Robert Zai III (X-6658). Event hosted by W. Frank Steely Library and the Office of Information Technology.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-07

Celebrate National Library Week - April 13-19, 2008

W. Frank Steely Library and Friends invite you to join in the 50th anniversary of National Library Week!

Mark your calendars for the following events:

• Monday, April 14 at 10:00 a.m. - Join the library staff and friends for cake and viewing of NKU celebrity READ posters.

• Tuesday, April 15 at 10:00 a.m. - The Hands Up Puppet Troupe from Clermont County Public Library will present "Puppets Have Talent."

• Tuesday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. - David Mack, NKU alumnus and creator of the graphic novel series, Kabuki, will be giving a presentation. Mack has recently published his first picture book, The Shy Creatures. Selected titles of his work will be available for sale.

All Tuesday events will take place in the Eva G. Farris Reading Area on the second floor of W. Frank Steely Library. All events are free and open to the public.

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-20

Meet Author/Illustrator David Mack

Celebrate the 50th National Library Week by coming to a presentation by 1995 graduate David Mack. Mack won national attention with his Kabuki graphic novel series and has just published his first picture book for children, The Shy Creatures. The event will be on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. in the Eva G. Farris Reading Room on the second floor of W. Frank Steely Library. For more information, contact Jennifer Smith (859-572-6620).

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-16

Faculty Lunch Seminars

Mark your calendars for the following seminars:

• "Life Defense for Women: An Introduction to Feeling Safe in an Unsafe World" by Willie Elliot, Counseling, Human Services, & Social Work, April 9, 2008

All seminars are held in Steely Library room 300 from noon to 12:50pm and are "brown-bag" with dessert and refreshment provided. Contact Allen Ellis, x5527, for more information.

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-10

Adopt a Science Book!

Join the discussion about the most recent Kentucky Textbook Adoption Samples. One session remains: Middle & High School (Wednesday, February 6, 2008, 4-6pm). Please register by January 31, 2008. More about Adopt a Science Book...

Removed from Current News: 2008-02-07

Faculty Lunch Seminar

Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, noon-1:50, SL 300. "Most Likely the Only Allen Ellis Film Festival, Ever." Steely Librarian Allen Ellis recalls his days as a film student by showing three student films of questionable merit: Puppy of the Apes, Rhinoceros, and Hunting Game.

Removed from Current News: 2007-12-06

10th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

The campus community is invited to attend the 10th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in the Steely Library Eva G. Farris Reading Room on Friday November 30, 2007 at 10:00. Join President Votruba, Associate Provost Arne Almquist, Provost Wells and the Children from the NKU Early Childhood Center as Steely Library celebrates the holiday season.

Removed from Current News: 2007-12-01

Robert Olmstead to read, discuss Coal Black Horse Nov. 15

Celebrated novelist Robert Olmstead will read and discuss his novel Coal Black Horse November 15 at 7 p.m. in Steely Library's loggia. Coal Black Horse received the Chicago Tribune's "Heartland Prize for Fiction" and is the 2008 adult title for Cincinnati’s "On the Same Page" program. Reading followed by a signing/reception. Sponsored by the Friends of Steely Library. For information, contact Julie at X-5636 or matthewsju@nku.edu.

Removed from Current News: 2007-11-16

Which New Books Should Be On Your Shelf?

The W. Frank Steely Library at Northern Kentucky University invites you to participate in an exciting review of recently published books for students in grades K-12. Marilyn Smith and Dave Richardson from the Blue Marble Bookstore will be the session leaders. Two sessions will be held simultaneously, one for K-5 the other for 6-12. October 24, 2007, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Steely Library. Additional information may be obtained from the registration form or Dr. Jennifer Smith via email at smithjen@nku.edu or by calling 859-572-6620.

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-25

The Sixth Annual Celebration of Student Research and Creativity

The Event, scheduled for April 10-12, 2007, will highlight graduate and undergraduate student achievements in a broad array of scholarly and creative activities. Students will display their scholarship and creativity through posters, oral presentations, interactive demonstrations, performances, and exhibits of artistic work. Poster sessions will be presented in Steely Library on Wednesday, April 11 from 1-3:30.

Removed from Current News: 2007-04-13

Faculty Lunch Seminars

Mark your calendars for this spring's Faculty Lunch Seminars. The seminars are held from noon-12:50 and are "brown bag." Dessert and refreshment are provided. Please RSVP to Allen Ellis for each seminar:

• Wednesday, April 11 SL221: "The Seven Levels of Intimacy: How to Have a Healthy Relationship" Willie Elliott, Counseling, Human Services, & Social Work. Willie, in his inimitable style, will talk about the spiritual implications of healthy relationships and will teach participants how to have better relationships with their spouses and children.

Removed from Current News: 2007-04-12

Best-Selling Author Kim Edwards at Steely Library

Wednesday, April 4, 7 p.m., Highland Heights Campus, W. Frank Steely Library - Loggia Kim Edwards, the Kentucky-based New York Times best selling author of The Memory Keeper's Daughter and author of a short story collection, The Secrets of a Fire King, which was an alternate for the 1998 PEN/Hemingway Award and has won both a Whiting Award and the Nelson Algren Award, will read from her work. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Edwards currently teaches writing at the University of Kentucky. The event is free and open to the public, but reservations are required. The reading will be followed by a signing and a reception, with a portion of the proceeds from the sale of books donated to the Friends of Steely Library by the NKU Bookstore. To register contact Julie Matthews at 859-572-5636.

Removed from Current News: 2007-04-05

9th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

Celebrate the holidays with Dr. Votruba, Dr. Wells, and carolers from the Early Childhood Center at 10:00 am Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006, 3rd Floor Steely Library.

Removed from Current News: 2006-12-01

Next LRC Event

"Once Upon a Friday Night: Folktales from Afar" will be held on Friday November 3 at 7:00 p.m. View announcement in PDF format.

Removed from Current News: 2006-11-04

Library Convocation [August 2005]

Steely Library's 2005-2006 Convocation was be held on August 10, 2005.

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Faculty Lunch Seminar! [October 2004]

Come to Steely Library's Room 304 on Wednesday, October 20, 12:05 - 12:55, to hear Michael King from the Department of Theatre speak on "Acting Alone: A Look at One Person Shows." Mike wll look at the past, present, and future of this performance genre.

Removed from Current News: 2004-12-30

Friends of Steely Library Events

An Evening of Poetry with Frank X Walker and R.L. Barth

The Friends of Steely Library will present "An Evening of Poetry with Frank X Walker and R.L. Barth" on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 7:00pm in the Eva G. Farris Reading Room on the second floor of W. Frank Steely Library. For more information contact Julie Matthews (859 572-5636).

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-04

November 9: First Public Reading of Richard Taylor's New Novel Sue Mundy

NKU's Friends of Steely Library will present the first public reading of former Kentucky Poet Laureate Richard Taylor's newest work, Sue Mundy: A Novel of the Civil War, on Thursday, November 9, 2006, at 7 p.m. in the loggia of Steely Library, on the Highland Heights campus. The reading is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase at a reception following the reading, with a portion of the proceeds donated by the NKU Bookstore to the Friends of Steely Library.For information, contact Julie Matthews, 859.572.5636.

Removed from Current News: 2006-11-10

October 25: An Evening with Celebrated Novelist Silas House

NKU's Friends of Steely Library present "An Evening with Silas House," on Wednesday, October 25 at 7 p.m., in Steely Library's loggia. This reading by the celebrated author of Clay's Quilt, A Parchment of Leaves and The Coal Tattoo is free and will be followed by a signing/reception, with a portion of the proceeds from the sale of books by the NKU Bookstore benefiting the Friends. For information, contact Julie Matthews, 859.572.5636.

Removed from Current News: 2006-10-26

Library Resources and Services

RefWorks

RefWorks is now available to the entire NKU community through a W. Frank Steely and the Office of Information Technology partnership! RefWorks is an online research management, writing and collaboration tool, designed to help researchers easily gather, manage, store and share all types of information, as well as generate citations and bibliographies. Creating a RefWorks account is easy and free. For more information, Ask a Librarian.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-24

New Service for Faculty

If a faculty member finds a title in NKUIRE that he/she would like to have delivered to their office, all that person has to do is click on "Place a hold" in NKUIRE. Just supply the last eight digits of your All Card number and your last name. Access Services will find the item, check it out to you and deliver it to your office.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-24

New Online Resources

The W. Frank Steely Library now has access to these online resources:

• ProQuest Criminal Justice Periodicals Index - which "is a comprehensive database of U.S. and international criminal justice journals. The database includes abstracts and indexing for over 235 titles, with more than 80 available in full-text."
• The Chronicle of Higher Education - which "is the number one news and job-information source for college and university faculty members and administrators." NOTE: You can access it by clicking on the hyperlink above or by using NKUIRE.
• Aluka - which "includes a wide variety of high-quality scholarly materials contributed by Aluka's partners, ranging from archival documents, periodicals, books, reports, manuscripts, and reference works, to three-dimensional models, maps, oral histories, plant specimens, photographs, and slides. One of Aluka's primary objectives is to provide African scholars and students with access to scholarly materials originally from Africa, but now out of their reach."

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-24

MLA International Bibliography

The MLA International Bibliography is now available online.

http://proxy1.nku.edu/login?url=http://collections.chadwyck.com/home/home_mla.jsp

Removed from Current News: 2007-10-30

New Electronic Resources

Steely Library has recently added the following to its collection: Johns Hopkins Online Guide to Literary Theory and Criticism, Literature Resource Center, Index Islamicus, Doody's Core Titles, and ACLS History E-Book Project.

Removed from Current News: 2006-10-30

ARTstor Database

The ARTstor database, which contains approximately 500,000 images, is now available.

Removed from Current News: 2006-09-01

Instant Message Us for Research Help

Research help is now available through several Instant Messaging services. Find out how and IM us from our Ask a Librarian page.

Removed from Current News: 2006-06-10

Oxford English Dictionary Online [July 2005]

The Oxford English Dictionary [OED]is now available online.

http://proxy1.nku.edu/login?url=http://dictionary.oed.com/entrance.dtl

Removed from Current News: 2005-11-30

Collections News [May 2005]

SAALCK has renegotiated its journal contract with Wiley. As a result some new journal titles have been added to Steely's database and some low use titles have been removed. If journals you have been using have disappeared from NKUIRE (the online catalog

Removed from Current News: 2005-08-18

2004 Elections [September 2004]

Looking for information about this November's elections? Take a look at our research guide on elections.

http://library.nku.edu/rg/pol-ele.html

Removed from Current News: 2004-11-18

New JSTOR titles added [July 2004]

We have added the Arts & Sciences IV Collection to our JSTOR collection.

http://www.jstor.org/about/asIV.list.html

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

New Electronic Titles [July 2004]

Recent additions to our collection include: Grove Music Online, Classical Music Library, and Godey's Lady Book, Folio 1 1830-1845.

http://library.nku.edu/data/

Removed from Current News: 2004-07-30

Media Services implements Video on Demand [February 2004]

Video on Demand allows the library to provide streaming video to the university's classrooms.

http://library.nku.edu/mc/

Removed from Current News: 2004-04-30

Tax Information [February 2004]

Still need help locating tax forms? See our tax information page.

http://library.nku.edu/vrr/gov-tax.html

Removed from Current News: 2004-04-30

Publications and Presentations

Rob Zai and Michael Providenti Present at Tech Connection 2008

"The Accessibility of Ohio Public and Academic Library Web Sites, Past and Present" was presented at Tech Connections 2008 in Columbus, Ohio on April 28, 2008.

Removed from Current News: 2008-12-15

Dr. Arne Almquist Published in Kentucky Libraries

Dr. Arne Almquist's article "SAALCK (State-Assisted Academic Library Council of Kentucky): The Continuing Story, From 1997 to 2007," appears in the Winter 2008 (Vol. 72, No. 1) issue of Kentucky Libraries.

Removed from Current News: 2008-07-30

Rob Zai and Michael Providenti to Present at Educause

"Measuring Southeastern Academic Library Website Accessibility," will be presented at the 2008 EDUCAUSE Southeast Regional Conference in Jacksonville, Florida on June 3, 2008.

Removed from Current News: 2008-06-03

Leslie Hammann to Present at EDUCAUSE

"Can we raise the bar? Collaboration with others using instructional technology" will be presented at the 2008 EDUCAUSE Southeast Regional Conference in Jacksonville, Florida on June 3, 2008.

Removed from Current News: 2008-06-03

Dr. Jennifer Smith published in Children & Libraries

"The Music of Appalachian Children's Literature" appears in Children & Libraries Volume 5, Number 3, Winter 2007pp. 31-37.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-24

Mary Chesnut, Leslie Hammann, and Stephanie Henderson to present at CPE Conference 2008

"Raise the Bar through Collaboration: Prepare Students for Academic Research" will be presented at the 2008 Kentucky Conference on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Lexington, KY on May 21, 2008.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-21

Rob Zai and Michael Providenti to Present at Tech Connections 2008

"The Accessibility of Ohio Public and Academic Library Web Sites, Past and Present" will be presented at Tech Connections 2008 in Columbus, Ohio on April 28, 2008.

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-28

Michael Providenti & Robert Zai III published in Library Hi Tech

Library Hi Tech Volume 25, Issue 4, 2007 Web Accessibility at Kentucky's Academic Libraries and Web Accessibility at Kentucky's Academic Libraries Standards, Legislation & Enforcement

Removed from Current News: 2008-04-24

Kyllikki Brock Published in Steam Traction

Kyllikki's paper will appear in a forthcoming issue of Steam Traction, an international magazine featuring agrarian history and literature.

Removed from Current News: 2006-10-02

Mary Chesnut Published in Kentucky Libraries

"The M.A.R.K.E.T Approach to Promoting Your Academic Library" appeared in the Fall 2006 issue of Kentucky Libraries.

Removed from Current News: 2006-10-02

Perry Bratcher and Lois Schultz speak at Southeastern Library Association Conference

"The Merits of Merit: Developing a Merit-based Library Faculty Evaluation Procedure at Northern Kentucky University" was presented on April 7, 2006 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Removed from Current News: 2006-06-08

Colleen Kennedy to be published in Kentucky Libraries

Colleen Kennedy's article entitled "The Academic Library and New Graduate Programs: A Step-By-Step Procedure for Evaluating the Collection" will appear in the upcoming issue of Kentucky Libraries.

Removed from Current News: 2006-05-01

Colleen Kennedy Moderated Discussions at GCLC

Using Blogs to Market Your Library was held on Tuesday, January 17th, 2006 and Quality Measures in the Library will be held on Tuesday, March 7th, 2006.

Removed from Current News: 2006-03-01

Lois Schultz, panelist [Fall 2005]

Lois Schultz was a panelist in the Collection Development Forum at the Kentucky SOLINET Users Group Meeting on December 2, 2005 at General Butler State Resort Park, Carrollton, KY.

Removed from Current News: 2006-02-11

Allen Ellis published in Magazines for Libraries

Allen Ellis edited and co-wrote the "Comic Books" section for the 14th edition of Magazines for Libraries.

Removed from Current News: 2006-02-01

Jennifer Gregory, Colleen Kennedy, and Michael Providenti to present at KHECC [September 2005]

Jennifer Gregory's "Archives in the Classroom," Colleen Kennedy's "Latest Trends in the Use of the Web as a Scholarly Tool," and Michael Providenti's "Having It All: Advanced Web Accessibility at KYVL" will be presented at this year's KHECC Conference.

http://khecc.nku.edu

Removed from Current News: 2005-11-30

Michael Providenti to present "Designing Accessible Web Sites" at

This three hour training will be held at the GCLC offices on Thursday, October 27th, 2005.

http://www.gclc-lib.org/ce/viewevent.php?id=613

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Sheri Myers published in Kentucky Libraries

"Copyright and Online Learning: How Libraries Can Help" appears in the Fall 2005 issue.

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Colleen Kennedy published in E-JASL [July 2005]

"Teaching Information Literacy to the Advanced Writing Class in Three Sessions" appears in the Summer 2005 issue.

http://southernlibrarianship.icaap.org/content/v06n01/kennedy_c01.htm

Removed from Current News: 2005-09-18

Colleen Kennedy co-presents at Kentucky Faculty Development Conference [May 2005]

"Live Online Research Instruction for Distance Learners: a Collaborative Approach" was delivered on May 22, 2005 in Lexington.

Removed from Current News: 2005-08-18

Colleen Kennedy presents at KLA [April 2005]

"Teaching to the Research Paper Class in Three Units" was presented on April 14, 2005 in Cadiz.

Removed from Current News: 2005-06-18

Michael Providenti published in Internet Reference Services Quarterly [March 2005]

"The Art of the Accessibility Statemment" appears in the IRSQ Volume 10 Number 1 2005.

Removed from Current News: 2005-05-30

Michael Providenti to speak at LITA [September 2004]

"One Site Fits All" will be presented at the LITA National Forum in St. Louis, Missouri on Saturday, October 9, 2004.

Removed from Current News: 2004-11-30

Perry Bratcher, Sheri Myers, and Michael Providenti present at KHECC [August 2004]

At the conference, which ran from September 30, 2004 to October 1, 2004, Perry Bratcher spoke about biometric security, Sheri Myers about copyright, and Michael Providenti about Web accessibility.

Removed from Current News: 2004-11-30

Michael Providenti published in D-Lib Magazine [August 2004]

Michael Providenti's article on Web accessibility in Kentucky is available in the September 2004 issue.

http://www.dlib.org/

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

Moderated Discussion on Web Design at GCLC [September 2004]

Michael Providenti is scheduled to moderate "Web Page Development - Moderated Discussion" at GCLC on October 19, 2004.

http://www.gclc-lib.org/ce/index.html?id=430

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

Sheri Myers and Michael Providenti published in Kentucky Libraries [August 2004]

Sheri Myers' "Ebooks and the Academic Library" and Michael Providenti's "Using Web Standards to Promote Accessibility" have been published in the Summer 2004 edition of Kentucky Libraries. [August 2004]

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

Sheri Myers presents at KLA [August 2004]

Sheri Myers presented the poster session "Social Bookmark Managers" at the KLA conference in Louisville on September 16, 2004.

Removed from Current News: 2004-10-30

Michael Providenti to speak at KY AHEAD [May 2004]

Michael Providenti will be speaking on the topic of Web Standards and Accessibility at the Kentucky Association on Higher Education and Disability conference at Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park in Carlisle, Kentucky on May 21, 2004.

Removed from Current News: 2004-07-30

Michael Providenti speaks at KLA [April 2004]

On April 15, 2004, Michael Providenti spoke on "The Politics of Web Accessibility" at Kentucky Library Association's Spring Conference at Barren River State Resort Park in Lucas, Kentucky.

Removed from Current News: 2004-06-30

Allen Ellis speaks at PCA [April 2004]

At the Popular Culture Association annual conference in San Antonio, Texas, April 7-10, Allen Ellis chaired two sessions of the Libraries, Archives, and Popular Culture Research area, and presented a paper to the Manifest Destiny area, "Remembering the Al

Removed from Current News: 2004-06-18

Lois Schultz published in Kentucky Libraries [February 2004]

The Winter 2004 edition of Kentucky Libraries includes "A New Hybrid Is Blooming" by Lois Schultz.

Removed from Current News: 2004-04-30

Honors

Dr. Jennifer Smith appointed to the John Newbery Committee

The Newbery committee selects the most distinguished book for children published during the year. The award is sponsored by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association. The committee is composed of 15 members from across the nation. The appointment is for two years.

Removed from Current News: 2008-05-24

Lois Schultz Elected to Board

In April 2006 Lois Schultz was elected vice-president of the Kenton County Public Library Board of Trustees.

Removed from Current News: 2006-05-01

Rebecca Kelm appointed as trustee [October 2005]

Rebecca Kelm was recently appointed to a four year term as a trustee for the Campbell County Public Library.

Removed from Current News: 2005-12-30

Jennifer Gregory receives appointment to SARC [August 2005]

Jennifer Gregory received an appointment from the Governor to the State Archives and Records Commission.

http://www.kdla.ky.gov/organizations/SARC/SARC.htm

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Lois Schultz elected secretary [Fall 2005]

Lois Schultz was elected secretary for the 2006 year of the Kenton County Extension Council.

Removed from Current News: 2005-10-30

Laura Sullivan receives the EBSCO (ALA) Conference Scholarship [April 2004]

The EBSCO (ALA) Conference Scholarship grant provides funds that allow the recipient to attend ALA's Annual Conference

Removed from Current News: 2004-06-30

Steely Library's Web Redesign Recognized[April 2004]

Eric Meyer, "internationally recognized expert on the subjects of HTML and Cascading Style Sheets," has included Steely Library's Web site in his "Redesign Watch." We are honored to be recognized by such an expert.

http://www.meyerweb.com/eric/redesigns/

Removed from Current News: 2004-06-30

In the News

OKI Children's Literature Conference, November 3, 2007

The 2007 OKI Children's Literature Conference will be held at the Lawrenceburg Public Library on November 3, 2007. View the registration form for more information.

Removed from Current News: 2007-11-04

Other

eContent Production Area Survey

The W. Frank Steely Library is seeking volunteers to participate in a brief , anonymous survey regarding electronic production software (Photoshop, Dreamweaver, etc.) within the library. Data collected from the Survey will be used in a future Kentucky Department of Library and Archives grant application, but will not be published.
If you have any questions, contact Robert Zai III.

Removed from Current News: 2008-08-01