This week, libraries across Canada are celebrating Freedom to Read Week and Fair Dealing Week. The Gibson Library is supporting this initiative through social media and with two new exhibits in the Learning Commons’ display cases.
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The Library’s laptop loan service has seen a significant decline in usage over the years, especially as personal laptop ownership by students has dramatically increased. After reviewing the program, the Library has decided to discontinue lending laptops. This will take effect as of May 1st.
The Library will be investing in new desktop computers over the spring and summer of 2018.
If you have any concerns, please contact libhelp@brocku.ca
You asked for more and we’ve delivered! The Library now licenses all 29 journals from Human Kinetics, the world’s foremost information provider in physical activity and allied health fields. This content is available through many of our databases including CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Sport Discus and SuperSearch. Have a look today!
Contact your Liaison Librarian if you’d like more information.
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Looking for the most important books across the Humanities and Social Sciences? Take a look at ACLS Humanities E-Books. This collection of over 5,000 frequently cited books was selected by scholars from the American Council of Learned Societies and a variety of scholarly societies. From Archaeology to Sociology there’s something in here for everyone. Try it now.
Contact your Liaison Librarian if you’d like more information
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First Generation students (Trailblazers) are being celebrated at Brock University this week. As over 25% of our student population is first in their family to attend post-secondary, they are changing the course of their own lives and also the lives of generations to follow.
In honour of these students, a new display in the Library and Learning Commons features the profiles of famous “First Gens.” From Shaquille O’Neal and Michelle Obama to Roberta Jamieson and Mahatma Gandhi, there is a Trailblazer story to inspire you.
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Brock students and staff are invited to learn more about the services and resources of the James A. Gibson Library in a new workshop being offered this term. Come and hear about how you can make use of our 3D printers, discover rare books, and harness the expertise of your own personal librarian.
Registration in now open at ExperienceBU and Attendees will receive credit towards the CWC Personal Growth Domain.
As part of Black History Month @ Brock, the Library is proud to host the exhibit Black Women and Powers/Femmes Noires et pouvoirs. The display, curated by SOFIFRAN runs until Sunday, February 11.
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Join in the fun on Wednesday, January 24th by snapping a photo of yourself in the Gibson or Map, Data & GIS Libraries or in the Library Makerspace.
Show your library love on #libraryshelfieday by posting your image to Twitter @brock_library and be in the running for a $25 Brock card. We’ll announce the winner here and via our Social Media channels next Thursday.
A little shy? #bookface images are very welcome too!
The James A. Gibson Library mourns the loss of Professor Emeritus, Bill Matheson on December 10, 2017. A quick wit, humble man, and inspiring educator, Professor Matheson taught thousands of students in the Department of Political Science at Brock. Additionally, he served the University in several senior administrative roles. The Matheson Learning Commons – named in his honour, is a vibrant hub of student activity and a fitting tribute to Dr. Matheson. A celebration of his life will be held in the new year.
