SJC Callahan Library's Weblog

Student Technical Support Assistants Now Available to Help You!

Christina Rivera — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:47:40 +0000

The Callahan Library is pleased to announce that student Technical Support Assistants will now be available to help you.

Are you frustrated with a technical issue? Having problems logging into your account? Then be sure to inquire at the Reference Desk, where the staff will happily point you in the right direction.

The student Technical Support Assistants will be available at the reserved computer station outside of Room A during various hours throughout the week and on Saturdays.

Library Closed-President’s Day

Melissa Fried — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:35:22 +0000

The Callahan Library will be closed Monday, February 20th in observance of President’s Day.

Spotlight on…LIBGUIDES!

Melissa Fried — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:15:47 +0000

Are you a Child Study Major in need of a lesson plan?
A Business Major looking to network?
Or if you are in need of assignment information, check out our LIBGUIDES!

LIBGUIDES are available in many subjects. Our friendly librarians complied the information. Each LIBGUIDE contains databases, websites, statistics, books, etc. on your topic of choice.

Welcome (Back)!

Melissa Fried — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:20:12 +0000

The Callahan Library faculty and staff would like to welcome new, transfer and returning students back to campus for the Spring 2012 semester! Starting Thursday, January 19th, our regular hours are:

Monday: 7:30am-9:00pm
Tuesday: 7:30am-9:00pm
Wednesday: 7:30am-9:00pm
Thursday: 7:30am-9:00pm
Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am-6:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am-5:00pm

Have a great semester!

Shared Book Discussion: The Help

Christina Rivera — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:19:12 +0000

Where: Shea Conference Room, O’Connor Building
Time: 12:40pm-1:30pm (Common Hour)
Lunch will be served

Join us on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 for a book and movie discussion. Dr. Peter Mascuch will lead the discussion on Kathryn Stockett’s, The Help.

About the Book

In pitch-perfect voices, Kathryn Stockett creates three extraordinary women whose determination to start a movement of their own forever changes a town, and the way women—mothers, daughters, caregivers, friends—view one another. A deeply moving novel filled with poignancy, humor, and hope, The Help is a timeless and universal story about the lines we abide by, and the ones we don’t.

View program flyer here (PDF).

Callahan Library Welcomes New Director!

Melissa Fried — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 20:18:07 +0000

The Faculty and Staff of the Callahan Library welcome new director Elizabeth Pollicino Murphy. Director Pollicino Murphy previously worked as the Associate Director of St. John’s University Library and Information Science Divison. Congratulations on your new position!

The library is for all constituents, in person and from anywhere; my vision includes finding equilibrium in the experience provided for every member to have the chance to reach his/her potential. -Elizabeth Pollicino Murphy, Callahan Library Director

We’re Open Early…And Late!

Christina Rivera — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:42:14 +0000

The Callahan Library will again be offering extended hours this semester during finals week.

Extended Hours: December 12th-December 23rd

Saturday, December 10th: 9:00AM-6:00PM…Open Early
Sunday, December 11th: 9:00 AM-5:00PM…Open Early
Monday, December 12th: 7:30AM-10:00PM…Open Late
Tuesday, December 13th: 7:30AM-10:00PM…Open Late
Wednesday, December 14th: 7:30AM-10:00PM…Open Late
Thursday, December 15th: 7:30AM-10:00PM…Open Late
Friday, December 16th: 7:30AM-5:00PM
Saturday, December 17th: 9:00AM-6:00PM…Open Early
Sunday, December 18th: 9:00AM-5:00PM…Open Early
Monday, December 19th: 7:30AM-10:00PM…Open Late
Tuesday, December 20th: 7:30AM-9:00PM
Wednesday, December 21st: 7:30AM-5:00PM
Thursday, December 22nd: 7:30AM-5:00PM
Friday, December 23rd: 7:30AM-3:00 PM

We hope to see you here! For additional information on library hours, please refer to: http://callahan.sjcny.edu/hours#hours.

Celebrate Veterans Day

Christina Rivera — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:19:45 +0000

Veterans Day, which is observed on November 11, is intended to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military – in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living Veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty.

WEBSITES OF INTEREST:

Veterans Day – November 11
Learn about Veterans Day history, activities and more.
Celebrate America’s Freedoms
Celebrating America’s Freedoms is a collection of stories about some of America’s most beloved customs and national symbols.
Veterans History Project
Explore the Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress, or talk to a veteran in your life or your neighborhood.
VA Kids, K-5th
Facts about veterans, games and activities.
VA Kids, 6th – 12th Grades
Facts and resource links about veterans.

Make A Difference!

Melissa Fried — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:40:25 +0000

Are you looking to volunteer but need a place to start?
If so, then check out the “Make a Difference” bulletin board by the library’s main desk!
This display lists local organizations that need your help!

Attention teachers! Need books about altruism? Then check out these books located by the “Make a Difference” display:

Also, please help class PSY 150-05 by donating to their Food Drive. There is a drop off box in the library until November 16th. Please consider giving a non perishable food item. Even one donation does…

MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Melissa Fried — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 23:47:50 +0000

This tradition is observed from September 15th to October 15th by celebrating the cultures, contributions and histories of Americans with Spanish, Mexican, the Caribbean, Central American and South American backgrounds.

: Sonia Sotomayor-First Hispanic United States Supreme Court Judge

Background Information:

1968-Observation begins as “Hispanic Heritage Week” under President Lyndon B. Johnson.
1988-President Ronald Reagan expands the tradition to a whole month.(September 15th-October 15th)
September 15th to October 15th is the chosen month because of the time frame’s significance in history.
September 15th is the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua from Spain.
Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days in late September.

Callahan Library
National Hispanic Heritage Month Display

Check out these books!

Title: Hispanic Presence in the United States: historical beginnings
Editor: Frank de Varona
Call Number: E184.S75 H5834 1993

Title: Harvest of Empire: a history of Latinos in America
Author: Juan Gonzalez
Call Number: E184.S75 G655 2011

Looking to celebrate?
Check out the events on our Spanish LibGuide!