Trevor holds a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology from Utah State University (2003) and a Master of Library Science from Emporia State University (2008).
Monday, November 26, 2012
Librarian Spotlight: Trevor Young
Trevor holds a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology from Utah State University (2003) and a Master of Library Science from Emporia State University (2008).
OneSearch at a Glance
By Kim Rollins, Reference/Instruction Librarian
You’ve likely heard about or tried the new OneSearch tool that provides you with access to UVU Library’s entire collection via a single, customizable entry point. However, to get more controlled results you can take advantage of all of the available search modes, limiters, and expanders within the research tool. For example, from the home screen you can check the Library Catalog Only limiter to limit results to only those items available from UVU Library’s catalog or the Available in Library
Collection limiter (which restricts results to items from our online databases, e-journal vendors, institutional repositories, and content physically available in the Library).
You can still search specific databases using the Articles tab to find our databases by subject lists and the complete list of databases. You can also search for items in the Library’s book, media, and map collections by clicking on the Books and Media tab.
You’ve likely heard about or tried the new OneSearch tool that provides you with access to UVU Library’s entire collection via a single, customizable entry point. However, to get more controlled results you can take advantage of all of the available search modes, limiters, and expanders within the research tool. For example, from the home screen you can check the Library Catalog Only limiter to limit results to only those items available from UVU Library’s catalog or the Available in Library
Collection limiter (which restricts results to items from our online databases, e-journal vendors, institutional repositories, and content physically available in the Library).
You can still search specific databases using the Articles tab to find our databases by subject lists and the complete list of databases. You can also search for items in the Library’s book, media, and map collections by clicking on the Books and Media tab.
 |
| OneSearch |
Monday, November 19, 2012
Borrowing Books from Other Utah Academic Libraries
By Jacques d'Emal, Access Services Librarian
Many faculty and students don't know that they can visit other academic libraries across the state and borrow their books. Every college and university library in the state is a member of the Utah Academic Library Consortium (UALC). As members, we agreed to share resources with each other’s students and
faculty.
When visiting another UALC library, you will register an account with that library. You will need to present your UVU ID card and another picture ID, generally your driver’s license. Some of the libraries may also require more information.
As you might expect, the University of Utah and Brigham Young University libraries lend the most to UALC members. On a recent Friday afternoon, the Marriott Library had over 600 items checked out to students and faculty from other UALC institutions. In 2010, the Harold B. Lee Library checked out over 2,800 items to members of UALC institutions and lent more than the 2,400 items through interlibrary loan.
Sadly, both of these libraries lose thousands of dollars’ worth of items every year to fraud. To help minimize their losses, they have stricter procedures for registering users. The University of Utah, in addition to asking for a UVU ID and picture ID, will ask for proof that you are currently affiliated with a UALC institution. Students and faculty can do this by printing off a current class schedule. BYU has one system in place for all non-BYU patrons. They require a UALC ID, a state ID, and proof of address. The in-library BYU police verify the state ID. The patron is then sent to another office to get a BYU ID card. This process takes at least 30 minutes.
Of course, if you do make use of one of the other libraries, you will be required to follow the borrowing rules of that library.
Many faculty and students don't know that they can visit other academic libraries across the state and borrow their books. Every college and university library in the state is a member of the Utah Academic Library Consortium (UALC). As members, we agreed to share resources with each other’s students and
faculty.
When visiting another UALC library, you will register an account with that library. You will need to present your UVU ID card and another picture ID, generally your driver’s license. Some of the libraries may also require more information.
As you might expect, the University of Utah and Brigham Young University libraries lend the most to UALC members. On a recent Friday afternoon, the Marriott Library had over 600 items checked out to students and faculty from other UALC institutions. In 2010, the Harold B. Lee Library checked out over 2,800 items to members of UALC institutions and lent more than the 2,400 items through interlibrary loan.
Sadly, both of these libraries lose thousands of dollars’ worth of items every year to fraud. To help minimize their losses, they have stricter procedures for registering users. The University of Utah, in addition to asking for a UVU ID and picture ID, will ask for proof that you are currently affiliated with a UALC institution. Students and faculty can do this by printing off a current class schedule. BYU has one system in place for all non-BYU patrons. They require a UALC ID, a state ID, and proof of address. The in-library BYU police verify the state ID. The patron is then sent to another office to get a BYU ID card. This process takes at least 30 minutes.
Of course, if you do make use of one of the other libraries, you will be required to follow the borrowing rules of that library.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Journal and Database Requests
By Michael Freeman, Library Director
The Library is more and more frequently fielding requests for electronic journal packages, especially those specific to individual disciplines. We recognize this need to support quality university programs. The Library currently spends about $355,000 a year on digital journals and approximately $115,000 a year on print. Joint monies held in the Regents’ office deliver a core set of journal databases to all schools in the higher education system in Utah. These databases include all EBSCO databases, JSTOR, Project Muse, MLA International Bibliography, Mergent, BioOne, CINAHL, Institute of Physics (IOP) journals, American Mathematical Society Journals, and Art Full-Text. In addition, UVU contributes money to a common statewide pool that purchases America: History and Life, PsycINFO, ComAbstracts, and GenderWatch.
We welcome suggestions for additional databases and make these a part of the PBA process. Full-text databases can range from $4,000 a year to $35,000 a year. Any additional purchases must have new
budget money (knowing that inflation will be 5-6% per year), and almost all new base money has gone to electronic journals. You can help us by informing your respective deans how important these databases are to you and your students. Deans need to present a united voice of support to the administration at PBA in order for the Library to respond to your need. Your support is both needed and appreciated.
The Library is more and more frequently fielding requests for electronic journal packages, especially those specific to individual disciplines. We recognize this need to support quality university programs. The Library currently spends about $355,000 a year on digital journals and approximately $115,000 a year on print. Joint monies held in the Regents’ office deliver a core set of journal databases to all schools in the higher education system in Utah. These databases include all EBSCO databases, JSTOR, Project Muse, MLA International Bibliography, Mergent, BioOne, CINAHL, Institute of Physics (IOP) journals, American Mathematical Society Journals, and Art Full-Text. In addition, UVU contributes money to a common statewide pool that purchases America: History and Life, PsycINFO, ComAbstracts, and GenderWatch.
We welcome suggestions for additional databases and make these a part of the PBA process. Full-text databases can range from $4,000 a year to $35,000 a year. Any additional purchases must have new
budget money (knowing that inflation will be 5-6% per year), and almost all new base money has gone to electronic journals. You can help us by informing your respective deans how important these databases are to you and your students. Deans need to present a united voice of support to the administration at PBA in order for the Library to respond to your need. Your support is both needed and appreciated.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Librarian Spotlight: Annie Smith
Annie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Literature from Idaho State University and a Master of Library Science from Emporia State University.
Food for Fines
The UVU Library will be accepting donations of non-perishable food in lieu of late fines until December 14. Most food can be exchanged at a rate of one can of food per $1.00 in fines. Please see the first floor Circulation Desk for details.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)