May Intersession: May 13-18, 2008

Summer Session: May 19 - August 8, 2008

For information on department hours and holiday closures please call the Circulation Desk at 977-3087 or visit http://libraries.slu.edu/about/hours/libhours.html.

Listen to the two latest installments in the Student-to-Student podcasts series, hosted by Nick Freed.

Just in time for finals, Nick explains the difference between a scholarly journal and a general magazine in “What Is a Scholarly Journal?“. He also offers tips on how you can search for a scholarly journal.

Nick also sits down with John Montre, the new liaison librarian for Parks College. In “Meet John Montre,” Johns talk about his new position and his plans for creating a presence at Parks.

Both podcasts can be accessed at http://libraries.slu.edu/podcasts/student/index.html or by searching for “Pius Library” in iTunes.

The May issue of the University Libraries Newsletter is now available. This end of the semester issue highlights upcoming events  and activities at Pius Library, as well as providing you with a few friendly reminders before you head out for the summer.

The May issue, and previous issues, can be accessed at http://libraries.slu.edu/libinfo/newsletters/index.html.

The writing center at Pius Library is closed during exams period. To make an appointment at another location, please contact Sue Mendelsohn at 977-2930 or writingcenter@slu.edu

For more information on hours, please call the Circulation Desk at 977-3087.

In honor of ASPCA Day, Thursday, April 10, the University Libraries are hosting an exhibit and asking your support for rescued pets. The ASPCA (the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) was founded on April 10, 1866 by Harry Bergh who was outraged at the inhumane treatment of animals.

Photos of rescued pets owned by faculty librarians and library staff are now on exhibit in the atrium of Pius Library. Pets range from dogs to cats to horses. The University Libraries are also sponsoring the Heartland Humane Society of Missouri, a no-kill shelter located in O’Fallon, Mo. The idea for supporting this organization came from Ann Ruzicka, library assistant at the Medical Center Library, who is a foster parent and volunteer.

The Heartland Humane Society of Missouri has a wish list posted on their Web site. Pet items, such as dog collars, leashes, cat toys, puppy and kitten food, etc., can be dropped off at either the Circulation Desk in Pius Library or at the Circulation Desk in the Medical Center Library, from now until May 10.

Please join us in helping our furry friends!

Pius XII Memorial Library is launching a new series of videos about services and information at the library. Currently, you can watch videos about the Government Documents collection and proper use of the study rooms. More videos will be added soon.

You can watch all of the videos at http://libraries.slu.edu/videos.

This month, read about the Medical Center Library Digital Open House, SLU student best reads, upcoming exhibits, the Testing Center, and much more.

The April issue, as well as previous issues, can be accessed at http://libraries.slu.edu/libinfo/newsletters/index.html.

As you may be aware, the University Libraries are in a period of renewal. We are looking at Pius Library and the Medical Center Library in new and different ways. Our goal is to provide faculty, and students, with the facilities, resources, and services that you need in order for you to excel in your teaching, research, and scholarship. To achieve this goal, we need your help!!

This survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete. Your input is invaluable as we re-design the libraries to effectively serve the 21st century professor and student.

The survey can be found at http://libraries.slu.edu/survey/sbox/index.php

Spring Break/Easter Hours
Sunday March 16 – Closed
Monday - Thursday March 17 - 20 — 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Good Friday, March 21* – Closed
Saturday, March 22 — Closed
Easter Sunday, March 23 – Closed
Easter Monday, March 24 – 7:30 am - 9:00 pm

* indicates a University holiday

Cafe Libros is closed over Spring Break. Normal hours will resume on Monday, March 24th.

This month, read about the recipient of the 2008 Saint Louis Literary Award, new features to the SLU Libraries Catalog, and upcoming book discussion series, and other exciting news.

The March issue, as well as previous issues, can be accessed at http://libraries.slu.edu/libinfo/newsletters/index.html.