LIBRARY EVENTS

MASTER CALENDAR

*Documents Librarian Appointed at Law Library

Jennifer Bryan has been appointed Documents Librarian at the Law Library, replacing Marianne Mason. Jennifer's appointment begins May 1st. She is currently the Head of Circulation and Patron Services at the Law Library, a position she has held since 1995.

--Submitted by Linda Fariss, Associate Director Law Library

*IU Bloomington Library Staff Award Recipients

Congratulations to the winners of the 2001 Library Staff Awards:

PA Award: Vaughn Nuest, Customer & Access Services

Support Staff Award: Peter Kaczmarczyk, Technical Services/Cataloging

Student Recognition Awards:

The staff awards will be presented at the Retirement & Recognition Reception on May 03, 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the third floor staff lounge of the Main Library.

We would also like to send out a special thanks to those who submitted nominations, and the members of the selection committees.

*$504 Million Raised for Bloomington Endowment Campaign

At a faculty and staff lunch at the Memorial Union, Chancellor Ken Gros Louis thanked IU faculty and staff for their participation in the Bloomington Endowment Campaign. The campaign raised $504 million, or 144 percent of its goal. IU faculty and staff made gifts totaling an unprecedented $27 million. IU now leads the Big Ten publics in the number of endowed faculty positions, with 333 chairs, professorships,and curatorships.

Faculty and staff also helped in other ways that include: educating donors, making presentations to campaign volunteers, agreeing to be featured in publications, ensuring that gift funds are used for the purposes for which they are intended, and inspiring students--tomorrow's leaders and scholars.

The IUB Libraries raised $5.4 million, exceeding its goal by $1.4 million, or 136 percent. With grateful appreciation, we celebrate these and the many other contributions you have made, and continue to make, to IU's enduring success.

--Submitted by Beverly Byl, Executive Director of Development

*New Wireless Network Available at IUPUI

University Library and University College on the IUPUI campus have announced a collaborative initiative with the creation of a new computing experience. Effective immediately, a public beta wireless network will be available for all IUPUI students, faculty, and staff.

The University Library/University College, Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) will allow users to roam about the University Library and the University College buildings with a laptop or handheld computer while maintaining a connection to the Internet, Email, library databases, etc. This will support the use of technology for personal academic and group studies. Library databases, IUCAT and other library online resources will be available to use within centralized public study areas of the library. Lounge areas and public study spaces are available on the 2nd floor of the University College building for individual and group study, as well as food and beverage areas on the 1st floor and lower level.

"The wireless laptop services previously established within the University College support all of our entering students in Orientation and in the Learning Communities," said Scott Evenbeck, Dean, University College, "and I feel that this collaborative initiative with the University Library is vital to extending the effectiveness of the wireless technology that builds on our instructional team model."

David Lewis, Dean of the IUPUI University Library, stated, "The University Library prides itself its on innovative use of technology in service to our students, faculty and staff. We are particularly pleased that through this partnership with the University College we create a centralized campus corridor for wireless connectivity."

The current WLAN supports Microsoft Windows 9x, Windows ME, Windows NT 4.0, and Windows 2000 as well as Apple OS 9.x and OS 10.x. Standard equipment consists of an IBM compatible laptop or an Apple PowerBook with a type II PC Card (PCMCIA) card slot with a Lucent, Orinoco, or Avaya Silver or Gold 802.11B wireless network card, or an Apple PowerBook or iBook with an AirPort wireless network card.

For more information please contact: Renee Jackson, University Library, (317) 274-2944, rjacks@iupui.edu, or Nathan Byrer, University College, (317) 274-5609, nsbyrer@iupui.edu. Information is also available at the University Library Reference and Circulation Desks and the University College Information Desk, as well as at: http:www.ulib.iupui.edu/wireless.

--Submitted by: Norman Brandenstein, External Relations Team
IUPUI University Library

*Staff Selected for Bryn Mawr and ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institutes

Rosanne Cordell, Head of Reference Services, IUSB, has been selected to attend the Bryn Mawr Summer Institute for Women in Higher Education.

Michele Russo, Director of Library Services, IUSB, has been selected to attend the ACRL/Harvard Leadership Institute.

*Job Posting

Head of Library Information Technology at Indiana University, South Bend

Search Re-opened. Entry level position with primary responsibility for leading the Library in planning and developing all automation activities. Works with other staff to investigate, evaluate, and recommend appropriate library information technology innovations. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of electronic systems and local database programs; supervises one part-time technician. Provides training and consultation in new technologies. Serves as liaison with the campus Office of Information Technologies and the IU Library Information Technology Services in Bloomington and Indianapolis. Will also participate in providing general reference services approximately 7 hours/week plus serving in the weekend rotation (approximately one day/month). Reports to the Director of Library Services. Required: ALA-MLS. Demonstrated expertise in working with desktop computers, networks, cd-rom LAN, the Internet, and other emerging technologies. Ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate specific projects. Ability to work well as a team member and independently; relates effectively with varied clientele. Strong service orientation and interest in library users' values and needs. Knowledge of print and electronic reference sources. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and a sense of humor. Must be able to meet the responsibilities of a tenure track appointment.

Preferred: degree or significant experience in computer science or related field and relevant experience in an academic library. Twelve month appointment beginning July 1, 2001 will be at the Assistant Librarian rank. Salary: $33,500 - $40,000. Review of applications will begin May 15 and will continue until filled.

Send letter of application with resume and letters from three current references to:
Linda Fisher
Head of Government Publications
Franklin D. Schurz Library
Indiana University South Bend,
P.O. Box 7111
South Bend, IN 46634
email: Lfisher@iusb.edu
Fax: (219) 237-4472

IUSB is committed to employing quality faculty who will enhance the rich diversity of our academic community.

*Annual Retirement and Recognition Reception

40 Years

35 Years

30 Years

25 Years

20 Years

15 Years

10 Years

The following individuals are being honored for awards they have received in FY 2000-01.

Awards

The following individuals are being honored for their volunteer service to the Libraries.

Volunteers

If you have suggestions or corrections to make to the above list, please contact Doug McKinney at 855-3403 or send e-mail to pdmckinn@indiana.edu

--Submitted by Doug McKinney, Assistant to the Dean

*Geoffrey Smith Presentation at Lilly Library

Geoffrey Smith, Head of Rare Books and Manuscripts, Ohio State University, and candidate for the position of Director of the Lilly Library, will make a public presentation in the Lilly Library Lounge on Monday, April 30, at 3:30p.m. The presentation will be followed by an informal question and answer period with refreshments.

--Submitted by Becky Cape, Public Services Department
The Lilly Library

*LIZARDTECH COMPRESSION SOFTWARE PRESENTATIONS

Learn about compressing images and documents

The UITS Data Management Support Group is hosting Lizardtech compression software presentations at IUB and IUPUI May 3.

LizardTech develops imaging software and solutions that simplify and enhance the distribution, management and control of digital images and documents. LizardTech is focused on innovative solutions that provide users of all levels with bandwidth optimization and instant access to high-resolution, multipurpose digital images and multimedia content.

LizardTech's imaging solutions include its patented MrSID and DjVu imaging technologies and the LizardTech Content Server. MrSID and DjVu significantly reduce large high-resolution image and document files to a fraction of their original size, while maintaining the quality and integrity of the original. Once encoded by LizardTech's technologies, files may be easily accessed and distributed using the Internet, wireless protocols or standard networks.

The LizardTech Content Server is the fastest Internet application for delivering high-resolution photographs and perfect reproductions of documents. LizardTech develops specific solutions that address the needs of Internet users, E-Commerce, Business-to-Business, Healthcare, Geospatial, and Business Communications & Publishing.

To register for a presentation, please send an email to doqqs@indiana.edu

--Submitted by Anna Radue

*I-ASSIST SPRING PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT

Indiana Chapter of American Society for Information Science and Technology Spring Program Announcement "IA means Information Architecture: But what does it mean to web developers, system analysts, educators, and librarians?"

A panel presentation by: Daniel P. Johnson (Digital Library Technology Analyst, Digital Libraries Team, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis) Howard Rosenbaum (Professor, School of Library and Information Science, Indiana University Bloomington) Ian McLein (ONEX Director of Infrastructure and Network Solutions, Indianapolis).

When: Wednesday, May 9, 2001, 5:00-9:00 pm
Social time:5-6 pm
Dinner: 6-7 pm
Program: 7-9 pm

Where: Holiday Inn Select-Airport, Indianapolis
2501 South High School Road

Directions: Located directly at the Indianapolis International Airport exit 11B, I-465

The I-ASIST Executive Committee cordially invites you to join us in a lively discussion at our Spring Program. Three distinguished speakers will share their ideas and knowledge on the very timely topic of information architecture for information professionals.

Mr. Johnson plans to talk about the Electronic Atlas of Central Indiana, its current and future architecture and how the design issues have affected project members' job roles.

Mr. McLein is responsible for refining the infrastructure service offerings, growing infrastructure market presence of ONEX and serves as a key leader of ONEX's Indianapolis management team.

Prof. Rosenbaum notes that, "These days, there is a lot of talk about information architecture for information professionals. Is IA a set of old skills repackaged for a new generation? Or is it something truly innovative? In this presentation, the panelists will explore what IA is and how it will affect our work."

Please share this announcement with your colleagues and friends who may have an interest in this program. Mark your calendar and make a reservation now.

We are looking forward to seeing you May 9!

Costs:

RSVP: Taemin K. Park by Thursday, May 3, and indicate your choice of dinner menu (Grilled Chicken or Vegetarian).

Please make a printed copy of this announcement and send your payment with your meal choice to the address below. Please make checks payable to: Indiana ASIST

--Submitted by Taemin K. Park, Technical Services Dept.

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