While the library’s physical locations are closed, the University of Cincinnati Libraries remains available online to support students, faculty and researchers with their work.
Faculty Research Lightning Talks: Meet Carla Cesare
The UCBA Library’s 3rd Annual Faculty Research Lightning Talks on March 10, 2020 featured four presenters and their discipline-based research projects via short, 15 minute presentations. In our Meet the Presenters series, each presenter shares some insights into their research project.
Carla Cesare | Assistant Professor of Art History | Art & Visual Communication Department
Presentation: Networks of Design: Women at Work
Carla Cesare discusses her research.
Research Project
Networks of Design is a research project/book proposal that looks at a body of women who were working in the emerging design disciplines in America in the 1920s-30s. It does so through the contemporary lens of design thinking which includes research, making and marketing; uncovering the breadth of work women were doing and the network they were creating, unconsciously or not. By uncovering ‘anonymous’, women are brought to the foreground of design history, not just through biographies or even the objects designed, but by linking their educational and career trajectories and reconsidering the role women have played in making our daily lives through design.
A slide from Cesare’s Networks of Design: Women at Work presentation
Are there any opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration with your research? If already cross-disciplinary, are there opportunities to expand it?
There are two areas: Women’s history and the inclusion women of the design discipline; second, I think it could be a stepping off point for people looking at the history of retail and media as the evolution of organizational structures is pretty interesting.
What are your next steps with your research?
I’m currently revising a book proposal; a publisher contacted me and they think it’s viable and a fit. So hopefully a book is next.
Additional Resources
To date I’ve primarily used archives and libraries including: UC’s Special Collections, Purdue University, Smith College, New York Public Library, Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum, Henry Ford Museum, Cranbrook Academy of Art, University of Chicago and the Mattatuck Historical Society.
by Lauren Wahman
Exploring Academic Search Complete
As you work on final projects and need to find information sources, don’t forget about Academic Search Complete! Academic Search Complete contains news, scholarly articles, magazines, and more. It’s a general database that contains information about a lot of different topics and is especially useful when search results from Summon (the search box on the library homepage) seem overwhelming. Check out the two videos linked below for tips on using Academic Search Complete and advanced database searching to get the right sources fast!
Remember when accessing resources from off-campus, you’ll need to use the proxy login first before you can get into the database. As always, if you need help with accessing Academic Search Complete, using the proxy, or any other library resources, contact us at clermontlibrary@uc.edu for help!
New Science & Engineering Online Resources
Good news! We have expanded access to online encyclopedias & compendiums on some major science & engineering topics.
The UC Science & Engineering Libraries have added several brand-new and updated online reference works from ScienceDirect / Elsevier. Enjoy these new resources for extensive information on science and technology topics, including details on current discoveries and research.
To locate many useful science & engineering resources for classes and research, please check out our updated Sciences library and CEAS Library websites. For help, contact Ask-A-Librarian or Ted.Baldwin@uc.edu . Thanks!
Comprehensive Biotechnology (3rd edition) 2019
— one-stop shop on all aspects of biotechnology (4,800+ pages), including scientific fundamentals, engineering considerations and applications in industry, agriculture, medicine, the environment, socio-economics and government regulatory overviews.
Comprehensive Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (2nd edition) 2019
— 1,800+ pages detailing every aspect of this growing field, including the latest updates on biological devices, nanomaterials, nanochemistry, nanofabrication, and applications of nanotechnology.
Additional NEW encyclopedias:
- Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior (2nd edition) 2019 http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128132524/encyclopedia-of-animal-behavior
- Encyclopedia of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (NEW 2019) http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128114322/encyclopedia-of-bioinformatics-and-computational-biology
- Encyclopedia of Biomedical Engineering (2019) http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128051443/encyclopedia-of-biomedical-engineering
- Encyclopedia of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (NEW 2019) http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128137000/encyclopedia-of-tissue-engineering-and-regenerative-medicine
- Encyclopedia of Microbiology (4th edition) 2019 http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128117378/encyclopedia-of-microbiology
- Encyclopedia of Modern Optics (2nd edition) 2018 http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128149829/encyclopedia-of-modern-optics
- Encyclopedia of Analytical Science (3rd edition) 2019 http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780081019849/encyclopedia-of-analytical-science
- Encyclopedia of Spectroscopy and Spectrometry (3rd edition) 2017 http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780128032244/encyclopedia-of-spectroscopy-and-spectrometry
Online Options for Children’s Literature
Your CECH Library and local public libraries may be closed, but there are still several ways to access the children’s literature resources you need for classes, research, teaching, and learning — or simply keeping the kids in your life entertained! This blog post will feature a few key resources.
TumbleBook Library is an online collection of books. There are animated talking picture books, e-books, and informational videos. TumbleBook also offers games and quizzes. There are books in English, French, and Spanish. The site also features lists of books that meet specific Common Core Standards. TumbleBook Library can be accessed for free with your UC Login. Connect to TumbleBook Library
International Children’s Digital Library is a free collection of children’s books from all over the world. There are books in many different languages, including award winners. Connect to the International Children’s Digital Library
BookFlix is a resource provided through INFOhio. It pairs fiction and non-fiction picture books for themed lessons. Each lesson contains an animated read-along and an e-book as well as activities and additional information. It has books in English and Spanish, including classic favorites like Knuffle Bunny, Where the Wild Things Are, and Harold and the Purple Crayon. INFOhio login required for access. Email the CECH Library at cechlibrary@uc.edu for login info. Connect to BookFlix
A full list of online resources for children’s and young adult literature can be found on our Children’s and Young Adult Literature guide. Additional online resources may also be available from your local public library as well.
Haley Shaw, Temporary Librarian
CECH Library
Accessing Library Resources from Off-Campus: Using the Proxy
Important edit: This information is no longer up-to-date. For more information, visit the Access Library Resource page on the libraries’ website.
With the move to remote learning, many students, faculty, and staff may be using the library’s resources from off-campus for the first time. If so, you may have been surprised that most of our electronic resources are not freely available online as they appear to be when accessing them from on-campus.
In order to use library resources off-campus, you need to prove that you are affiliated with UC due to many of the licenses with vendors that provide our e-book and other electronic resources. Given recent changes to the VPN, we strongly recommend all faculty, staff, and students utilize the Proxy option to access library resources. Instructions for using the Proxy are listed below along with links to instruction videos.
Proxy Login Instructions
Go to: https://libraries.uc.edu/
- Click on My Accounts from the menu bar
- Choose Off Campus Access
- Click on http://proxy.libraries.uc.edu/login?url=http://www.libraries.uc.edu
- Log in with your UC ID and Password (same as Canvas)
- After login, you’ll be returned to the UC Libraries homepage and can navigate to library resources
View Step-by-Step video instructions. [no audio]
NOTE: Login/authentication may not carry over between browser tabs.
These step-by-step videos show how to connect to directly to resources:
- Proxy login from the Library Catalog [no audio]
- Proxy login from Summon [no audio]
As always, if you need assistance, email us at clermontlibrary@uc.edu and we’ll be happy to help!
Student Library Access during COVID-19
As we’re sure you’ve heard by now, the Clermont College Library is closed. However, that doesn’t mean there is no support for students as they continue their courses remotely. UC Libraries has resources available online 24/7 to help meet your scholarly source needs, including journal articles and eBooks. Just don’t forget off-campus access to these materials requires extra steps for authentication. For those that may need a reminder, there are a number of online help mechanisms such as the Summon tutorial or our research guides.
If you need any assistance using library resources or finding materials for your assignments, you may still reach the librarians. The Librarians are available by appointment to discuss your research and citation needs. Appointments will be held by WebEx or by phone. Our email clermontlibrary@uc.edu is also always an option, and we are answering those within 1-hour during normal business hours.
For more information about how we are supporting our students, faculty, and staff from afar, check out our frequently asked questions page.
Welcome Back Online from UC Libraries
Welcome back from Spring Break! While all library physical locations are closed, the University of Cincinnati Libraries remains open online and ready to support teaching, learning and research.
During this time of social isolation, libraries play an important role as a provider of resources and information expertise. UC Libraries’ online presence provides access to the services, resources and people to enable research and scholarly work.
Today, we are pleased to launch a new, specially designed landing page – https://libraries.uc.edu/online.html. This page serves as a portal to access key online library resources such as databases, e-journals and research guides, as well as to free information resources from global cultural and heritage organizations. Users can ask reference or research questions through Chat, e-mail or direct contact to a subject librarian or staff member. The page also offers direct search of the library catalog, and links to key online services such as Interlibrary Loan to request e-resources and how to connect from off campus. We will update this portal page as we continue to transform many of our services into the online environment.
As the library locations remain closed, users are encouraged to keep all library materials. Due dates have been extended and fines will not be incurred for UC, OhioLINK or Interlibrary Loan items. Please do not leave items outside of the library.
The University of Cincinnati Libraries continue to work toward our mission to empower discovery, stimulate learning and inspire the creation of knowledge by connecting students, faculty, researchers and scholars to dynamic data, information and resources.
Take care and stay well. We look forward to the day when we can work with you all in person again, but in the meantime, please work with UC Libraries online.
Xuemao Wang,
Vice Provost for Digital Scholarship and Dean and University Librarian
Welcome to Clermont College Library, Catie Carlson!
Clermont College Library welcomes a new Library Director, Catie Carlson!
Catie comes to UC Clermont from Tiffin University’s Pfeiffer Library where she served in various capacities, including Library Director. Her educational background includes a Master of Library & Information Science from Kent State University and a Master of Education from Tiffin University. She is currently studying adult learning and leadership at Kansas State University.
Catie’s role will provide much needed leadership and vision for the future of the library. Catie’s experience in academic libraries, teaching, and library services ensure that the Clermont College Library will continue providing excellent support to the college community.
I am very excited to welcome Catie and look forward to her leadership in the library and at Clermont College. Please join me in welcoming Catie!
UCBA Faculty Share Research at 3rd Annual Lightning Talks
The UCBA Library hosted the 3rd Annual Faculty Research Lightning Talks on Tuesday March 10. This year’s event showcased four presenters and their discipline-based research projects via short, 15 minute presentations. UCBA faculty, staff, and students enjoyed refreshments, learned about research outside of their disciplines, and asked thoughtful questions during the Q&A’s.
Through the end of spring semester, we’ll highlight the presenters via individual posts in our first Meet the Presenters blog series!
L-R: Carla Cesare, Linda Wunderley, David Freeman, Chris Gulgas
Presentations:
Carla Cesare| Assistant Professor| Art & Visual Communication
Networks of Design: Women at Work
David Freeman| Associate Professor| Math, Physics & Computer Science
Geometry from Symmetry
Chris Gulgas| Associate Professor| Chemistry
A Student Discovery Involving a Chemical that Changes Color Leads to a New Organic Laboratory Experiment
Linda Wunderley| Assistant Professor, Adjunct| Business & Economics
The Real Truth About What Determines Our Professional Performance
by Lauren Wahman