This presentation is an overview of the data that informed the new design for the Galvin Library website, launched in the fall of 2015. It... Show moreThis presentation is an overview of the data that informed the new design for the Galvin Library website, launched in the fall of 2015. It includes three key concepts: implementing a content strategy, highlighting the library’s electronic resources, and using a user-centered approach to design. Show less
Library Reserves over all consists of 2000 plus books, the library group study suite consists of 4 study rooms and conference room, each room... Show moreLibrary Reserves over all consists of 2000 plus books, the library group study suite consists of 4 study rooms and conference room, each room contains wall monitor, white board with markers and eraser and table and chairs. The exploration space contains 2 3d printers, 2 3d pens, 2 button makers (1 inch and 2.25 inch). In this presentation we discuss the creation and functioning of Reserves, Group Study Suite and Exploration space at the Galvin Library. We show by data and graphs the usage and impact of three services at the library. Show less
Presentation related to Group Study, a collaborative space evolving to match the needs of IIT patrons. Started as a group study space with tv... Show morePresentation related to Group Study, a collaborative space evolving to match the needs of IIT patrons. Started as a group study space with tv monitors and white boards in each study room but has added an exploration space with 3d printers, 3d pens, button makers. The group study space consists of 4 group study rooms and a conference room. Exploration space consisting of two, 3d printers, 2 button makers, general space for impromptu meeting, quick lunch and study space equipped with free wifi, wall monitors accessible via vga and hdmi connectors and power. Show less
Poster presented at the Galvin Library Mini-Conference 2016 " Celebrating Our Successes" describing University Archives & Special Collections... Show morePoster presented at the Galvin Library Mini-Conference 2016 " Celebrating Our Successes" describing University Archives & Special Collections reach and strategies on the new Facebook page over the first half of 2016. Show less
This presentation discusses rights issues faced by archives when building digital collections. Copyright, at times, is given a low priority... Show moreThis presentation discusses rights issues faced by archives when building digital collections. Copyright, at times, is given a low priority during digitization project planning. Yet. determining copyright status, articulating rights statements, and providing access while protecting rights holders can be complicated, time-consuming tasks. Investigating rights is especially daunting for archives, given their great amount of unpublished materials and orphan works. As a result, there is a strong temptation to “blanket” digital collections with restrictive access and use statements. This presentation suggests methods for identifying copyright status, determining suitability for web distribution, and choosing appropriate rights statements using sample items from UASC's Institute of Design Records, 1937-1955, Show less
Group Study Suite at Galvin Library tells us there is a definite need for collaborative space for group study, but the bottom line is... Show moreGroup Study Suite at Galvin Library tells us there is a definite need for collaborative space for group study, but the bottom line is availability of flexible space. For libraries flexible available space affords the opportunity to provide a multitude of services needed by their patrons. Poster shows how we started with group study space with 4 study room and conference room. Now we have added an exploration space consisting of 2 3D printers, 2 button makes and 2 3D pens. The group study at Galvin Library is an on-going evolution of a flexible space that meets the needs of its patrons. Show less
Presentation for Midwest Archives Conference 2018 in Chicago, IL (March 2018). This presentation was part of a panel titled Systems in... Show morePresentation for Midwest Archives Conference 2018 in Chicago, IL (March 2018). This presentation was part of a panel titled Systems in Transition: Navigating the Way to ArchivesSpace. Show less
Presentation for Archives*Records 2018 in Washington, DC (August 2018). This presentation was part of a panel titled The Messy Work of... Show morePresentation for Archives*Records 2018 in Washington, DC (August 2018). This presentation was part of a panel titled The Messy Work of Database Migrations. Show less
Galvin library has begun a systematic process of measuring the library's connection to, and impact on, student success. This presentation will... Show moreGalvin library has begun a systematic process of measuring the library's connection to, and impact on, student success. This presentation will discuss the connections between academic success outcomes such as GPA by demonstrating the variety of ways that libraries contribute to student learning and success. We will also talk about plans for future research, service expansion and strategic planning. Show less
This interview with Patricia Laughlin, Illinois Tech's outgoing Vice President for Finance and Administration, was conducted on March 7, 2017... Show moreThis interview with Patricia Laughlin, Illinois Tech's outgoing Vice President for Finance and Administration, was conducted on March 7, 2017 by Ralph Pugh, and Adam Strohm. Show less
This interview with Leroy Kennedy, Illinois Tech's outgoing Vice President, Community Affairs and Outreach Programs, was conducted on... Show moreThis interview with Leroy Kennedy, Illinois Tech's outgoing Vice President, Community Affairs and Outreach Programs, was conducted on September 20, 2016 by Ralph Pugh, and Adam Strohm. Show less
This interview with Frances Bronet, outgoing Provost at Illinois Institute of Technology, was conducted in her office on December 12, 2017 by... Show moreThis interview with Frances Bronet, outgoing Provost at Illinois Institute of Technology, was conducted in her office on December 12, 2017 by Ralph Pugh and Adam Strohm. Show less
This interview with David Baker, Illinois Tech's Vice President for External Affairs, was conducted on September 14, 2016 by Ralph Pugh, and... Show moreThis interview with David Baker, Illinois Tech's Vice President for External Affairs, was conducted on September 14, 2016 by Ralph Pugh, and Adam Strohm. Show less