FALL 2012
CUS, NJLA and ACRL – Perfect Together!
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By Denise O’Shea The College and University Section (CUS) of the New Jersey Library Association (NJLA) was founded in 1948. Four years later its members voted to become one of the first state chapters of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL). Unfortunately, the New Jersey Chapter did not continue their ACRL affiliation and allowed the membership to lapse. The NJLA CUS finally renewed their membership as the New Jersey Chapter of ACRL in 1979.
Today the CUS is a joint chapter with both ACRL and NJLA and we enjoy the benefits of being affiliated with 2 great organizations. Both organizations provide us with funding. We use that funding for programs and to provide a limited amount of support to library school students that want to attend our programs. ACRL also offers support for continuing education by providing each chapter with complimentary access to some of their eLearning webcasts. The NJ Chapter has just scheduled one of these webcasts for April 30th, 2013. The title of that webcast is “Embedded Librarians: Integrating Information Literacy Instruction at the Point of Need”. Please save the date. Details about the webcast will be announced early in 2013. If you are interested in participating in a panel discussion on embedded librarians please contact me, your chapter president.
Besides funding and support for continuing education ACRL also offers a newsletter (Chapter Topics), a blog (http://acrl.ala.org/acrlchapters/), a listserv, a social media presence, and a speakers program. Chapter leaders meet twice a year at the ALA Annual and Midwinter conferences to share information and ideas. Some of the initiatives that ACRL National is currently working on include a mentoring program and a toolkit for new leaders. One of our NJLA CUS / ACRL-NJ Past-Presidents, Trevor Dawes, is the current ACRL National Vice-President/President-Elect. Trevor makes sure that we are aware of everything going on at the national level.
Information regarding ACRL Chapter policies, procedures, roles and responsibilities can be found here: http://www.ala.org/acrl/resources/policies/chapter5
According to these policies, each ACRL chapter is responsible either for incorporating itself or belonging to a state association that is incorporated. Existing ACRL chapters were required to incorporate or belong to a state association that is incorporated by the end of the year 2000.
The College and University Section is not incorporated as an organization (i.e., we do not have 501c3 status). Instead, we are affiliated with an incorporated state library association – the New Jersey Library Association. Thanks to our relationship with NJLA we have access to web tools such as the NJLA Wiki, the blog, and the Drupal CMS that runs our website (http://cus.njla.org/); we also have our local listserv, and access to the NJLA office and the very helpful staff that run it – Sue Rice and Pat Tumulty. One of the biggest benefits of being affiliated with NJLA is that we are able to participate in an annual conference of New Jersey librarians which provides us with many opportunities to collaborate with librarians from all types of libraries.
The 2013 Annual NJLA Conference is scheduled to take place from June 3 – 5 at the Revel Hotel in Atlantic City. This year’s theme is “Finding the Perfect Fit”. The various committees of the NJLA CUS / ACRL-NJ Chapter are busy putting together an exciting roster of programs and speakers for the conference and we look forward to sharing more information with you about the conference soon.
Happy Holidays! Denise O’Shea President, NJLA CUS / ACRL-NJ
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From the President, Denise O'Shea:
News about the 14th Annual VALE / NJ ACRL / NJLA CUS Users’ Conference
By Denise O’Shea
The 14th annual VALE Users' Conference, "Demonstrating Value for Every User", will be held on Friday January 4, 2013, at Rutgers University, Busch Campus Center in Piscataway, NJ. On behalf of the conference planning committee I am pleased to share some news about the program. First, in response to attendee feedback we have made some changes to the overall schedule for the day in order to provide more time for networking.
Second, the featured speaker this year will be Dr. Ellie A. Fogarty, Vice President at the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Dr. Fogarty currently serves as a liaison for accreditation services to 90 colleges and universities in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. On behalf of the Commission, she presents workshops on issues related to higher education accreditation such as assessment, institutional effectiveness, and compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008. She is also a former New Jersey academic librarian.
Twenty-four breakout sessions highlighting the ways in which library resources, services, instruction, programming, staff development, partnerships, and technology deliver value to the service populations on campus are scheduled throughout the day. Twenty posters will be displayed and there will be opportunities to meet with the poster presenters during an AM and a PM session.
Some of the topics covered in the sessions and posters include:
· Assessment
· eResources, eBooks and eTextbooks
· Mobile Apps and Mobile Technology
· Library Instruction and Information Literacy
· Patron Driven Acquisitions (PDA)
· Discovery Services
· Copyright
· The VALID project
· And more…
Space for this conference is limited so be sure to register as soon as registration opens in early December. The fee for attending this conference is $0 and includes lunch and refreshments.
More information about the conference and our featured speaker can be found at:
http://valenj.org/conference/2013/general-information
Please join us for this opportunity to learn about and share ideas regarding innovative library resources and services. We hope to see you there!
Denise O’Shea is President, NJLA CUS / ACRL-NJ, and Head of Access Services and Systems at Montclair State University’s Harry A. Sprague Library.
Creating and Boosting Academic Profiles with Google Scholar Citations and Microsoft Academic Search
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By Judit Ward Since its inception, a small research library at Rutgers University, the Center of Alcohol Studies Library, has had the privilege to provide far-reaching services to its core users, the Center’s faculty. Recent developments in the efforts to increase scholars’ visibility in the academic community, such as Google Scholar Citations (http://scholar.google.com/citations) and Microsoft Academic Search (http://academic.research.microsoft.com), prompted the Library to take up a new task and offer assistance in creating, maintaining, and improving researchers’ profiles online. Read More... |
Montclair State University Hosts Sirsi Northeast Regional Group (SNRG) 2012 Conference
By Mary Mallery
The Sirsi Northeast Regional Group (SNRG) 2012 Conference was held at Montclair State University in Montclair, New Jersey, from June 10th through 12th. This SNRG gathering began in June 2004 at Bucknell University as an annual conference to share library applications, policies, and procedures for institutions using the SirsiDynix integrated library system and has grown into a three-day event hosted at different college campuses each year and focusing on technology innovation in libraries and pedagogy as well as library systems. Since then, librarians and staff travel from locations ranging from Canada to North Carolina each year to this three-day conference hosted in previous years by Franklin and Marshall College, Pennsylvania State University, Lehigh University and Mount Allison in Canada, respectively.
This year, 65 librarians attended the SNRG Conference from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York State. Neil Baldwin, Director of The Creative Research Center at Montclair State University, presented the keynote address at the SNRG 2012 Conference on Monday, June 11th, entitled "The Creative Research Center: An Exclusive Guided Tour Through a New Virtual Transdisciplinary Community."
Here are some highlights from the SNRG Conference sessions:
* Berit Nelson from Sirsi presented on the new E-Resource Central product;
* Ken Bonney of SirsiDynix gave individual training sessions throughout both days of the conference;
* Jianrong Wang of Richard Stockton College of New Jersey presented "Towards OPAC Assessment to Smooth Students’ Discovery Journey: A Usability Study;"
* Denise O'Shea of Montclair State University presented on "Social Media in Libraries,"
* Christopher Sterback from Rutgers University presented on "An Introduction to LDAP,"
* Kathleen Hughes of Montclair State University presented "Getting a Handle on LibGuides;"
* Trish Notartomas from Penn State University Libraries presented on the PSU "Floating Collections Program," and
* Guy Dobson of Drew University Library presented on "Why I Love API."
There were Round Table Discussions on Circulation, Acquisitions, Cataloging, and Reports run by MSU librarians; a Systems Round Table run by Guy Dobson of Drew University, a Serials Round Table run by Gracemary Smulewitz of Rutgers University, and a Public Libraries Round Table run by Eileen Palmer of LMxAC.
On Monday, June 11th, in the evening a group of approximately 25 librarians carpooled for a Tour of Drew University Methodist Library and Archives and the Drew University Rose Library featuring the new Thomas H. Kean Reading Room & Gallery.
It was our pleasure at Montclair State University to host such a lively and engaged group of librarians. To view the complete SNRG 2012 Conference Program Schedule and Powerpoint Presentations, please visit the SNRG 2012 Conference Guide online at: http://montclair.libguides.com/snrg2012
For photos of the conference, please visit the Facebook photo gallery http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.375193959209775.89913.199484426780730&type=3
Dr. Mary Mallery is the Associate Dean for Technical Services at Montclair State University.
NJLA CUS/NJ ACRL Chapter Job Shadowing Program
By Zara Wilkinson
Would you like to support current MLIS students who are looking to explore academic librarianship as a prospective career path? If so, please consider participating in the NJLA CUS/NJ ACRL Job Shadowing Program.
The Job Shadowing Program connects current students with library professionals at colleges and universities throughout New Jersey. By spending a few hours observing an academic librarian, students have the opportunity to connect the skills they learn in the classroom with the skills they will use in the workplace. These students can gain insight into “real life” librarianship, widen their professional network, and meet working professionals in their areas of interest.
In the past, these invaluable job shadowing opportunities were made available only to MLIS students at Rutgers University, home to New Jersey’s only ALA-accredited LIS program. This year, for the first time, we are extending the Job Shadowing Program to include students enrolled in LIS programs in New York and Pennsylvania. Because of their proximity, students at these programs, who may already be living or working in New Jersey, are invited and encouraged to become familiar with New Jersey’s excellent academic libraries.
Currently almost forty librarians from academic librarians in New Jersey have volunteered their time. If you would like to be added to the list of participating librarians that will be distributed to interested LIS students, please contact Zara Wilkinson at zara.wilkinson@camden.rutgers.edu.
Zara Wilkinson is a reference librarian at Rutgers University.
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On the Move
Amy Beth has been appointed Dean of Library Services at Bergen Community College for the Sidney Silverman Library’s Paramus and Meadowlands campuses. Ms. Beth has a rich background in library administration, instruction, international librarianship and public service, most recently as Dean of Library Services at Springfield Technical Community College in Massachusetts. Her wealth of experience covers access services, reference and library instruction, archives, innovative budgeting and digital collections.
Laura Gewissler, Director of Library Services at Georgian Court University, has resigned that position to take a new position at the University of Vermont. With the move, she will be closer to her older son and grandson, who live in Vermont. GCU is very sad to see Laura leave. Humanities Librarian Mary Basso will serve as Acting Director until the director’s position is filled.
Nancy Becker who was a full-time Reference & Instruction Librarian at Middlesex County College, is now Library Director at Caldwell College as of Oct. 1st.
Adriana Kuzyszyn was appointed Reference and Instruction Librarian at Middlesex County College. She previously worked at Rutgers archives.
Heather Dalal is the new Instruction and Emerging Technologies Librarian at Rider University. Previously she was the Information Literacy Librarian at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, NJ.
Rory Phalen was appointed librarian in the Information and Education Services Department at UMDNJ’s George F. Smith Library. He was previously a lecturer at the Sidney Silverman Library at Bergen Community College.
The Peter B. Lewis (Science) Library of Princeton University announces two new librarians:
Andrea Baruzzi is our new Biological Sciences Librarian. Neil Nero is our new Psychology & Neurosciences Librarian. Additional responsibilities have been given to Anne Langley, Head Librarian of Science & Technology Libraries & Chemistry Librarian, who is also currently the Scholarly Communications Librarian. Willow Dressel, Plasma Physics Librarian & E-Science Librarian, was promoted from Assistant Engineering Librarian.
Publication Announcements
The Richard Stockton College of New JerseyCarolyn Gutierrez and Jianrong Wang, Associate Professors at the Richard E. Bjork Library, The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, have recently had their research published in the chapter “Contexts for Assessment and Outcome Evaluation in Librarianship” in Advances in Librarianship, Emerald Group Publishing, Ltd. Their study addresses the positive outcomes resulting from their in-depth analysis of two years of LibQUAL+® survey results. Citation: Gutierrez, Carolyn and, Jianrong Wang. “Assessment in a Medium-Sized Academic Library: A Success Story.” Advances in Librarianship, 35 (2012) : 65-81. |
Announcements & News
From Felician College:
Felician College Library Renovates Toron Curriculum Library and Creates Welcome Video
By Paul Glassman
Responding to a need for additional collaborative space with extended hours on its Rutherford campus, the Felician College Library renovated the Toron
Curriculum Library over the past summer. By opening a six-foot passage between two spaces, the size of the library was doubled. New finishes and furnishings revitalized the spaces, which accommodate quiet study, group study, a computer commons, and a reading lounge. Embedded within the Division of Teacher Education, the Toron Curriculum Library welcomes all Felician College students, especially its residential students.
The Felician College Library developed a one-minute welcome video for student orientation. It was directed by Professor Gerard Shea, Public Services Librarian:
Paul Glassman is Director of Library Services at Felician College.
From Middlesex Community College:
Middlesex County College Offers New Mobile Features
By Mark Thompson
As part of the LMxAC consortium of libraries in Middlesex County, Middlesex County College is now offering LMxPress – a smartphone app that allows anyone to access their LMxAC (iBistro) borrowing records and to search the resources of the consortium. The app is powered by Boopsie and its platform of library mobility applications. For more information go to:
http://www.lmxac.org/lmx/boopsie_app.html
At the same time the Library is using the mobile feature of LibGuides to offer its homepage in a mobile format to all smartphone users. To see what it looks like, go to http://www.middlesexcc.libguides.com/mobile/1148
Mark Thompson is Library Director at Middlesex County College.
From Passaic County Community College :
After 19 years, in mid-June, 2012, Ruth Hamann retired from her position as Reference Librarian at Passaic County Community College.
Her return to the library field, after a hiatus teaching ESL, came at a time when library science was entering the electronic age. She had the opportunity join many other librarians on the learning curve and to continue to develop professionally throughout her career. Read More...
From Rutgers University:
Benjamin R. Beede, Librarian Emeritus, has just been awarded the Richard Wasson Leadership Award by the Rutgers Council of AAUP Chapters for his scholarship and his service to Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, since his retirement in 2003. The award is given to faculty retirees. The Rutgers Council of American Association of University Professors Chapters represents the Rutgers faculty. He is also serving on the program committee of the New York Metro American Studies Association, which is planning a conference for December 1, 2012, at Long Island University.
Submitted by Harry Glazer:
RU Libraries partner with Syriac Institute, to preserve and promote collections on Middle-East minorities: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/news/12/06_syriac_institute.shtml
RU Libraries project cited as a model in new White House initiative: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/news/12/06_vmc.shtml
Rutgers-Camden librarian trains housing & resident life staff on library services: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/news/12/08_staff_lib_services.shtml
Institute of Jazz Studies designated NJ Literary Landmark: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/news/12/07_ijs_literary_landmark.shtml
RU Libraries offer guide to great research/study apps for the iPad & iPhone: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/news/12/03_ios_apps.shtml
Harry Glazer is Communications Director at Rutgers University Libraries
From NJLA ACRL/ CUS Research Forum:
To recognize excellence in the research efforts of New Jersey librarians, the Research Committee of the NJLA College and University Section (CUS) and the ACRL New Jersey Chapter seeks nominations and applications for its annual Research Award to honor the best published research completed by a New Jersey librarian during the past year (2012). The Award will be presented at the NJLA Annual Conference in June at the Revel Resort in Atlantic City. Read More...
From NJLA ACRL/CUS Tech Section:
4-Year Institution Technology Innovation Award 2013, and
2-Year Institution Technology Innovation Award 2013
Call for Nominations
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The NJLA College and University Section Technology Innovation Award honors a librarian or group of librarians for innovative use and application of technology in a New Jersey academic library. The award may be given either in recognition of a specific project, or for ongoing delivery of innovative technology applications. The purpose of the award is to recognize distinguished leadership in developing new technologies for academic libraries. This year, the NJLA-CUS Technology Committee is pleased to announce that the award will be split into two categories and two awards will be given; one to a four-year institution and one for a two-year institution. Read More....
From DANJ Conference:
DANJ Conference Rescheduled for Monday, December 17
Contributed by Ma Lei Hsieh
Owing to Hurricane Sandy, Documents Association of New Jersey’s (DANJ) 2012 annual conference “Census: Past, Present— Future?” is rescheduled for Monday, December 17, 2012 at the Lewis Library of Princeton University (Washington Road and Ivy Lane, Princeton, NJ 08544). New registrations are accepted. This Conference is co-sponsored by LibraryLinkNJ. Mary Alice Baish, the Assistant Public Printer, Superintendent of Documents from GPO will speak in the opening session. Other presentations by the experts include: “Major Demographic Trends from Decennial Census”, “U. S. Census Records 1790 – 1940: A Genealogist’s Perspective”, “Census and the American Community Survey”, and “The Disappearance of the Data Book.” Optional tours after 3 p.m. for the University Historic Maps Exhibit, Lewis Library, and the international census collection at the Donald E. Stokes Library.
Registration fee: $45, students: $20 includes breakfast, lunch, and one year DANJ membership, and the optional tour. Mail registration to Deboroh Mercer, New Jersey State Library P.O. Box 520, 185 W. State Street, Trenton, NJ 08625. Registration form and details at http://www.danj.org/ .
For those who need a refund, please contact Deborah Mercer, dmercer@njstatelib.org
Ma Lei Hsieh is a librarian at Rider University’s Moore Library.