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Celebrating UC Blue Ash Faculty Achievements: Life of the Mind’s Artists, Authors, Editors and Composers 

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by Lauren Wahman and Heather Maloney 

The Life of the Mind lecture and Artists, Authors, Editors & Composers event took place on February 22, 2022. As part of the UCBA Library’s research-sharing efforts, we’re celebrating the selected works submitted this year from UCBA faculty. Visit Life of the Mind for the online exhibit, bibliography, and event recording. 

Celebrating UC Blue Ash Faculty Achievements: Life of the Mind’s Artists, Authors, Editors and Composers 

Cover of Revista Matemática Iberoamericana

David Freeman, Professor
Math, Physics, & Computer Science
Fun Fact: David presented this research topic at the UCBA Library’s 3rd Annual Faculty Research Lightning Talks event. 

 

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Poetry Book Display at UCBA Library

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by Christian Boyles and Casey Harloe

display of poetry books at UCBA LibraryAre you a fan of long-winded rambles? Do you want to feel seen? Looking for some quick reads? If so, check out the new display located right inside the front door at the UCBA Library where this month we feature a wide range of poetry curated by our very own resident poet, Casey Harloe.

From the works of Frank O’Hara, Ocean Vuong, and Maya Angelou, there is something for everyone here to enjoy. You can stop by the UCBA Library through the month of February to find your new favorite poem.

UCBA Library Hosts Upstander Campaign

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by Heather Maloney

The UC Blue College Library is honored to be a host site for the Nancy and David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center’s Upstander Campaign “to inspire our community to be upstanders through a city-wide art campaign, monthly programs, museum tours, giveaways, and training opportunities.”

We invite you to learn more about Werner Coppel, his experience as a Holocaust survivor and his passionate message on standing up to hate and prejudice, as well as the important work of the Holocaust & Humanity Center: https://www.holocaustandhumanity.org/upstander-project/

Coppel window artwork

Coppel informational placard

Spring 2022 Library Labs

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by Lauren Wahman

Spring 2022 Library Labs 

The UCBA Library labs are a great opportunity for students to get a head start on their research assignments. The sessions are open to all UCBA students, any individual or group research assignment, and take place online. Refer to flyer schedule for registration information. 

Get Started with Research: Prep & Planning
Thursday February 3 | 1:00-2:00 PM 
Meet with librarians for practical tips on using the UC Libraries website, tackling your assignment, and essential steps to beginning research. Bring your assignment, ask questions, and leave with a plan to move forward! 

Search & Cite
Thursday March 3 | 1:00-2:00 PM  
 The UCBA Library and the Writing and Study Skills Center are here to help! Meet with librarians for essential tips on where to search and strategies for creating smart searches. Talk with writing tutors about how to cite those sources. Bring your assignment and leave with a solid start on your research! 

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UCBA Library Services During Spring 2022 Remote Start Period

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Given the university’s shift to online operations, we wanted to provide you with updates to the UCBA Library’s services and support beginning today through Friday, January 21st. We will revert to regular spring semester operations on Monday, January 24th.

The UCBA Library facility is closed as of Wednesday, January 5th through Friday, January 21st; however, we do have drop-in hours from 9a-5p Monday-Friday as well as virtual support (see below for options). Hallway signage instructs visitors on how to contact us when they arrive, so that we can meet them at our library staff door (ex. laptop or materials pick-up/returns).

Laptops are available for UCBA students with an initial check-out until March 11th. Students can return and renew the laptop by that due date for the rest of the semester.

Calculators and Course Reserve Materials are available for check-out through January 25th. During this time, we will not be issuing short term loans (e.g. 4 hours, 3 days). Calculators and course reserve materials will be given a due date of Tuesday, January 25th. These items will revert to their designated short term loan period after their return.

Important Reminder: A Bearcat ID or acceptable alternative ID (e.g. driver’s license) is required to check out items.

Virtual Services/Support available Monday-Friday 9a-5p

UCBA Library Break Hours

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by Heather Maloney

Beginning next week, the UCBA Library hours, services and support will be modified until spring semester begins on Monday, January 10th. Our website and signage will be updated this week to reflect the dates/hours below. Also, please read the important reminder about updating old library links before spring semester.

UCBA Library Break Hours

Winter Season Days, December 20 – January 2: Closed

Monday, December 13-Friday, December 17: Library Facility Closed; Virtual Support Only from 9a-4p.

  • Staff will be on site answering the main phone line and providing virtual support from 9a-4p. Note: Any faculty or staff who need assistance can stop by the library staff area during these days/hours of support. 

Monday, January 3 – Thursday, January 6: 12:00pm-5pm

Friday, January 7: 12:00pm-4pm

Winter Book Crush at the UCBA Library

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by Lauren Wahman

Winter Book Crush at the UCBA LibraryLooking for some good reads for winter break? Find recently published novels, short stories, biographies, and more at the UCBA Library’s Winter Book Crush. Stop by for a book and a winter treat! 

Find us outside the UCBA Library front entrance (next to the Commons) on the following days/times: 

  • Tuesday November 30, 12:30-2:00 PM 
  • Wednesday December 1st, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM 

Can’t make it during the above times? 

The Winter Book Crush will move inside the UCBA Library from December 2 – 10. Please refer to the UCBA Library website for hours. Note: UC ID is required to borrow books.

Spread the Warmth and Waive Fines at UCBA Library

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Spread the Warmth and Waive Fines at UCBA LibraryAs we prepare for the holidays and the colder temperatures, please help those in need stay a little warmer this winter by donating to our Spread the Warmth Drive benefitting Blue Ash and Montgomery neighbors.

Look for our donation bins in Muntz, Walters and Progress halls or drop your donation at the UCBA Library Information Desk.

Please donate new or gently used Coats and Fleece Jackets (no sweaters or other kinds of sweatshirts) in any size from infant to adult.

Donations will be collected from November 1 – November 21, 2021.

Have Library Fines? Bring your donations to the UCBA Library Information Desk and each donated item will count toward waiving up to $20 in library fines ($10 per coat or fleece jacket).