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Library adds over 10,000 ebooks!

Did you know the Library has added well over 10,000 ebooks to the Kraemer Library Catalog? As part of the SpringerLink Books, the Library now has access to 17,000 additional ebooks. View these ebooks in the Kraemer Library Catalog or go directly to the SpringerLink Book Search. NOTE: If you are off campus, you must be on the Library VPN to download the full-text pdfs.

Want to learn more? Check out the upcoming library workshop: Books without Shelves--the Nuts and Bolts of Ebooks on September 30th or contact the Reference Desk at 719-255-3295.

Posted 9/17/09

School Supply Drive: donate today!

Put those extra school supplies to good use! Until Sept. 15, several donation drop boxes are located across campus including the Library, Dwire Hall, University Center, Columbine Hall, Science and Engineering building and more. Learn more...

Posted 8/21/09

Changes to the Library Database Collection

On July 1st, the Library will lose access to several EBSCO databases due to the loss of a $1.0 million state appropriation that supported online databases in schools and libraries statewide. To help ease the transition process, the Library will list these databases with recommended alternative library databases if an alternative is available. We thank you for your patience.

Databases that will go away on July 1st

If you have questions about this, please contact the Reference Desk at 719-255-3295 or refdesk@uccs.edu.

Posted 6/26/09

SciFinder Scholar: UCCS Moving to Web Access

UCCS is moving to the new web version of SciFinder Scholar and it is now available from anywhere on campus and remotely from home through Library VPN.

The web version of SciFinder Scholar employs a username and password registration system and for registration you must use your UCCS e-mail address with the e-mail domain (uccs.edu). The new web version maintains the same functionality of the client version and more. Go to the Library's SciFinder Scholar page.

Start using SciFinder Scholar and give us your comments and feedback to Mariyam Thohira at mthohira@uccs.edu.

The client version is only available until May 15th, after that it will no longer be available to UCCS faculty, staff and students.

Posted 4/17/09

Edible Book Contest Winners

The Library thanks all the entries and is proud to announce the winners:

Marley and Me
Esthetic/Artistic Merit Award - Marley and Me by John Grogan. Marley was created by Trajn Boughan, a UCCS student, who constucted the puppy out of marzipan and shown on a bed of powered sugar. The judges appreciated the kinetic quality that recalled the exuberance of Marley who moved with his human family from Florida to Maine where he saw and experienced his first snow. Awarded by Suzanne MacAulay, UCCS Professor and VAPA Chair.

Milagro Beanfield War

Literary Merit - Milagro Beanfield War by John Nichols. The edible book version was created by John Harner, UCCS professor. The judges remarked that the wonderful landscape, constructed of pinto bean dip, hummus, bean people, and tortilla headstones, was evocative of the book and its meaning. Not only did the judges like Dr. Harner's beanfield, but our spectators did as well. Awarded by Paula Miller, Executive Director of Pikes Peak Library District.

People's Choice - Chosen as best entry by the people, Milagro Beanfield War by John Nichols. The edible book version was created by John Harner, UCCS professor.

Catch 22

Culinary Merit - Catch 22 by Joseph Heller. The edible book version was created by Heather Carpenter, UCCS student. Ms. Carpenter's entry was a rice krispy cake covered with fondant and decorated with two fondant airplanes -- enough said -- rice crispy treats and fondant make a really tasty treat that could not be beat. Awarded by Chef Brent Beavers of the Village at Skyline.

Again congradulations to all the entires! View the edible book pictures.

Posted 4/10/09

Struggles and Rewards: Living Outside Your Culture

March 9, 2009
12-15pm - 1:30pm
3rd Floor Apse, Kraemer Family Library

The Library and W.E.S.T. present Cathy Cox as she shares her fascinating stories on China. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Posted 3/5/09

Library phone numbers update!

All of UCCS, including the Library, will switch from the old 262 prefix to the new 255 prefix on January 1, 2009. The last 4 digits of the Library's phone numbers will stay the same, only the prefix will be changed. Come January 1, 2009, you will have to call 719-255-3295 to reach the Reference Desk. If you happen to call the old number, you will hear a message informing you about the new number.

Thank you for your patience during this transition. If you have any questions, please Ask Us!.

Posted 12/17/08

First Research: a new business database!

The Library has added another new database to their collection. Check out First Research, a database that provides industry profile information. Search over 200 different industry profiles found in the United States and Canada. Each profile provides information on that industry's financial information, trends, challenges and news.

If you need help using the new database, please contact the Reference Desk at refdesk@uccs.edu.

Posted 11/18/08

Library adds CQ Global Researcher

The Library has recently added a new database called CQ Global Researcher. It features monthly reports on social issues around the world. Like the original CQ Researcher, CQ Global Researcher each report contains charts, graphs and sidebar articles -- plus a pro-con feature, a chronology, lengthy bibliographies and a list of contacts.

If you need help using the new database, please contact the Reference Desk at refdesk@uccs.edu.

Posted 11/14/08

Library Closed November 27-28

Fall Break is November 26-30 and the Library has reduced service hours during this period. The Library's hours are as followed:

Posted 11/10/08

Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology Database Trial

Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology Online provides instant access to authoritative and current scholarship in the field of sociology. It is an excellent resource for learning, teaching, and research. Visit Blackwell for more information. Trial ends on 12/15/08.

If you have questions or comments about this database, please contact the Reference Desk at refdesk@uccs.edu

Posted 10/01/08

Three New Library Databases Added

The Library has recently added three new library databases, including Communication Abstracts, Social Services Abstracts and Sociological Abstracts.

Communication Abstracts - A comprehensive source of information about communication-related publications on a world-wide scale. Also includes information on film studies, the role of technology in human communications, risk communication, crisis communication and public opinions.

Social Services Abstracts - Covers of current research focused on social work, human services, and related areas, including social welfare, social policy, and community development.

Sociological Abstracts - Abstracts and indexes the international literature in sociology and related disciplines in the social and behavioral sciences. An excellent resource for any sociology related topic.

For any questions about using these new databases, Ask Us!.

Posted 9/9/08

Library Workshop on September 17

Impress your teachers and get a head start of your research by attending a Library Workshop. During September, the Library wil hold three Getting to Know the Library Workshops. These workshops are open to all and introduces you to the Kraemer Family Library. The workshop will cover finding books and journal articles, choosing the right database for you and what to do when the Library doesn't have what you are looking for. Each workshop will last about one hour. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Sue Byerley.

The workshops are all in EPC 239 and will be held:

Posted 9/2/08

Take the Library Website Survey

The Library is interested on your feedback for the new Library website. Take a few minutes to take the Library Website Survey, an online feedback survey. All feedback is welcomed and will be used to improve the Library's website over the next few months. The survey will be available until September 30th. If you have questions about the survey or the new Library website, please contact Tabatha Farney.

Posted 8/22/08

Sociological Abstracts and Philosopher's Index: two new trials!

The Library has two new database trials for Sociological Abstracts and Philosopher's Index. Sociological Abstracts abstracts and indexes the international literature in sociology and related disciplines in the social and behavioral sciences from 1952 to present. Philosopher's Index is a bibliographic database with informative, author-written abstracts covering scholarly research in all areas of philosophy from 1940 to present. Both trials end September 19.

Posted 8/20/08

Library Adds the online Cochrane Library

The Library has recently acquired the online Cochrane Library. It contains high-quality, independent evidence to inform healthcare decision-making. It includes reliable evidence from Cochrane and other systematic reviews, clinical trials, and more. An excellent resource for anyone researching health and medicine related topics.

Posted 8/15/08

Many New Library Databases to Use!

Note: The Library no longer has access to many of these databases listed. For the most current titles, see Library Databases pages.

Over the last few days, the Library has acquired many new databases from a variety of fields. All have been added to the Library Databases pages, but here are few to view:

And so much more! Curious to see what else is new? Ask a librarian by visiting the reference desk or contacting them at 255-3295 or refdesk@uccs.edu.

Posted 8/14/08

Last Updated: 11/02/2010 19:21:01

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