Tuesday Times

Special Collections Featured in Cold War Games
Vera Ekechukwu and Geoffrey Stark were acknowledged in a new book, Cold War Games: Propaganda, Olympics, and US Foreign Policy by Toby C. Rider. We already know that our archivists are patient and congenial (as noted in Rider’s acknowledgement) but they also excel at all levels of customer service. And our Special Collections had a hand in showing “how the US government used the Olympics to promote democracy and its own policy aims during the tense early phase of the Cold War.” Excellent job, Vera and Geoffrey!

Parker-Gibson Newly Elected as a Director on the Executive Board of USAIN
Necia Parker-Gibson, Plant Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Human Environmental Sciences Librarian, recently attended the United States Agricultural Information Network (USAIN) and the Agriculture Network Information Collaborative (AgNIC) conference, serving on the preconference planning committee and as moderator for a panel session titled “Social Issues in Agriculture.” Parker-Gibson is also a newly elected Director on the Executive Board of USAIN, term beginning June1. Great work, Necia!

Whispers from Another Time on View Now in Mullins
In celebration of Arkansas Heritage Month, the Libraries present “Whispers from Another Time,” photographs by Cathy D. Padgett, on view in Mullins through July. Padgett’s photographs focus on the things people leave behind as they journey across time and landscape. The places Padgett photographs are relics of an earlier era, stuck in the process of decay – abandoned houses, old country stores, churches, or one-room schoolhouses – all across Arkansas. For more information about Padgett and her work, please visit her website at cathy-padgett.squarespace.com. Padgett’s site has an email link so that you can inquire about purchasing prints, or even suggest a place that you think she should photograph. Please direct questions or inquires to Martha Guirl-Phillips at 5-6702. Great exhibit, Martha!

Latest in Database News: A Research Roundup on College Finals
This week, Beth Juhl’s Database News post on 365 McIlroy looks across a number of research databases to sample results on a topic of particular interest right now: college students, stress, sleep, study skills, and success at finals. Check out Research Roundup: College Finals for information and tips on using ERIC, PsycINFO and PsycARTICLES, Chronicle of Higher Education and the Ebsco EBook Collection. If you’re studying – good luck on finals! And if you are a member of the #UARK16 graduating class, congratulations! Thanks, Beth!

The Summon Implementation Team Needs You: Voting Closes Tuesday, May 10
Voting closes May10th!  Please cast your vote to name the new Summon discovery search.  The top choices are: discovery (18.6%), One Search (20.3%), Quick Search (28.8%) and Whole Hog Search (32.2%).  Your ballot is available at the top of StaffWeb. Thank you Joel and team!

Tomorrow: Staff Concerns Schedules Benefits Briefing to Address Concerns
Richard Ray, Director of Benefits, will be on hand tomorrow, Wednesday, May 4, at 2:30pm in Mullins 104. Ray will discuss the recent changes to retirement contributions, health insurance premiums, and the dependent verification initiative. Ray will also answer your questions, explain processes, and provide information to help you out, so don’t miss this opportunity. Thank you Staff Concerns Committee and Human Resources Office!

Shout Out (n.) Informal. A message of congratulation, support, or appreciation.
“I’d like to give a SHOUT OUT to the User Services crew who are putting in extra shifts to cover Mullins Library’s extended hours!  Folks helping out to cover the additional 70 hours we are open over the next two weeks and to make sure we’ve got service with a smile even at 4:00am are: Terry Wynn, Sara Watson, Alice Brown, Dennis Stephenson, Cole Davis, Olivia Wood, Kelvin Summerville, Lynaire Hartsell, Jimmy Jackson, Sherryl Faulkner-Robinson, and Rock Capone.” – submitted by Kathleen Lehman.  Thanks Kathleen and crew! (This is a new, semi-regular feature for the Tuesday Times. Let your colleagues know how much you appreciate them by giving them a shout out in the next Tuesday Times.)

Shout Out (n.) Informal. A message of congratulation, support, or appreciation.
“A BIG SHOUT OUT TO: Julie Thacker, for spending over 160 hours training a neophyte in the joys and challenges of serials cataloging with such patience and clarity. And to Cody Hackett, while in the midst of learning the duties associated with your new role, you’ve been able to synthesize the nebulous flow of e-serials information into a logical sequence to be able to train others. While you may deny it, you are a gifted trainer/teacher who is able to pinpoint when a pupil doesn’t ‘get it’.  Of course, the vacant stare from your trainee may give it away.  Many thanks for your patience.” –submitted by Judy Robinson. Thanks Judy, Julie, and Cody! (This is a new, semi-regular feature for the Tuesday Times. Let your colleagues know how much you appreciate them by giving them a shout out in the next Tuesday Times.)

Reminders and Such:

• Extended Hours/Study Breaks: Mullins is once again be open for extended hours during finals prep and finals week. The full schedule is available online. Study Breaks are also underway. A full schedule is available online.
• Parking Information: Parking regulations are enforced at all times, including on Dead Day and during final exams. Please check online for additional information about reduced Razorback Transit schedules during finals and summer. The last night for Safe Ride is 5/13.
• Please remember to COPY the person or people who are serving as your back-ups in your out-of-office emails to me. It serves as not only an excellent last minute confirmation for you, but also a handy way for me to procure the contact info that I add to each entry. Thank you!

Out of Office Notices

Calendar of Libraries’ Events – Mark Your Personal Calendars!