Learn to research more efficiently and effectively!
The Library is pleased to announce our new course: LIB 1201 – Research & Documentation for the Information Age. This 3 credit course is scheduled for Tue/Thu 10-11:15am during the Spring semester. The course is open to all students (prerequisite: ENG 1101) and may be taken to satisfy Communications Core requirements or as an elective.
Visit our website for more information on the course. If you have any questions, please contact Prof. Maura Smale, Information Literacy Librarian, at msmale@citytech.cuny.edu.
The CUNY Portal is now functio…
The CUNY Portal is now functioning.
The CUNY Portal is down.
The CUNY Portal is down.
Faculty Callout for the Library’s Website Usability Study
Are you a faculty member or staff member who wants to give their opinion about the library’s website? Please contact Prof. Junior Tidal at jtidal@citytech.cuny.edu or at extension 5481 to set up an appointment. Participants will be awarded a $5 gift certificate to the City Tech bookstore.
Library Technology News – Fall 2009
Library Technology News – Fall 2009
The library continues to make strides in upgrading its computer technology and equipment. Here are some highlights:
- 4th Floor – 18 New Computers Installed
o 18 new Dell OptiPlex 760 computers with wide screen monitors have been installed in the public area to replace the old models.
o The upgrade will improve the response time of the library online catalog and databases. - Internet Lab – New Printer Installed
o A new HP network printer has been installed to replace the Dell printer.
o This high-performance workgroup laser printer with ultra-fast print speeds will improve the printing service in the Internet lab. - Electronic Classroom – Classroom ResponseCard Systems Implemented
o 30 clickers have been purchased and piloted in several library classes.
o The web version of clickers is also available in the Electronic Classroom. - Group Study Room – Workstations Reconfigured
o 5 workstations with the following configurations have been installed in the group study rooms on the 5th floor:
Microsoft Office suite is now available.
USB fash drives can be used on these workstations. - New Library Web Server Installed
o A new Dell PowerEdge server has been installed and is now in service.
o The new server is equipped with state of the art web technologies and will greatly enhance the library web site and related services. - 5th Floor – Electrical Outlets Available on Student Study Carrels
o 12 library student study carrels have been equipped with electrical outlets for the convenience of library laptop users. - Library LCD TV Display System Purchased
o The display system, to be installed on the 4th floor, will be used to promote the library events and increase awareness of the library collections and services.
Maquiladoras
The Multimedia Resource Center will host a screening of Maquiladoras this afternoon. In celebration of the formation of the Working Women Association, the Ursula C. Schwerin library is having a free screening of
Maquilapolis. This film features Carmen Durán and Lourdes Luján as
they document their lives working in the factories of Tijuana, Mexico.
The Working Women Association was founded in the late 1800s by Susan B.
Anthony in New York City. Advocating for worker’s rights and higher wages, the association layed the foundation for equality in the workplace.
Here’s a trailer for the flim
The screening starts at 12:45 today in the Multimedia Resource Center. The screening room is located in the library (4th floor of the Atrium) in room 431. For more information, contact Prof. Junior Tidal at jtidal@citytech.cuny.edu or x5481.
Limited Computer Lab Hours Friday
The library will have limited computer lab hours this Friday, September 18. Both the Internet Lab and the Multimedia Resource Center will be open from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
Brooklyn Book Festival!
Russell Banks, Francine Prose, Paul Auster and other authors as well as 150 booksellers and publishers will gather at or near Brooklyn’s Borough Hall this Sunday, September 13, from 10 to 6 for readings, discussions, and literary games. This annual event grows larger every year and is now recognized as one of the premiere gatherings of its kind–just the place to be if you are interested in books, ideas, and having a good time.
For more information follow this link.
Library Closed Fridays Through August 7th
Starting this week through August 7th, the library will be closed on Fridays. We’re open Monday through Thursday, 9am – 8pm. Stop by to grab a book, use a computer, study or read!
Click here for more details on the library’s hours.
Extended hours this week!
We’re extending our hours this week during finals:
Tuesday May 19 through Thursday May 21 the library will be open from 9:00am-10:30pm.
Friday May 22 the library will be open from 9:00am-8:00pm.
Good luck to all!
