Mardigian Library News

NOTE: Coffee and tea are now available again; the original short-lived beverage machine has been replaced. We apologize for any inconvenience this caused.

We're very happy to announce that the library now provides coffee and tea in the Faculty Lounge, 1208 Mardigian Library.

A self-serve beverage system lets you brew an individual cup of coffee or tea any time the library is open. Take a minute to warm up with a hot cup while you're in library, or give the coffee a try when you meet with your colleagues in the lounge.

This is a trial service offered for the Winter Term.

More information on the Faculty Lounge.

The IBISWorld business database now has two new sections:

• Company Research Reports on over 8000 leading publicly traded companies, including information on key personnel and financials
• Business Environment Database Reports provide information on key
  drivers and influencing factors that contribute to changes in industries.

IBISWorld also provides Industry Market Research Reports, covering a wide-ranging number of U.S. industries. Reports are updated every 4 months and include growth trends, the competitive environment, and key issues facing each industry.

Avoid unnecessary winter driving by taking advantage of online library services. Our web resources are available anytime, anywhere, including access to many online books and articles.

What’s new?

• Get cozy in a bean bag chair on the 2nd floor. Great for a group meeting or for a quick nap, the bean bags can be moved around to suit your needs.
• Central Search now allows you to target specific topics by automatically grouping search results into subject clusters. Central Search provides one stop searching for multiple databases. You can customize Central Search to search databases in particular subject areas or you can search databases individually.

Research basics…

• Need help citing sources or writing your bibliography? Link to helpful guides online
• Want to learn how to use library research databases? Check for the dates and times of upcoming research classes.
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Get help!

• Get help from a librarian in person between classes, and when you are not on campus contact a librarian:
  • by phone, 313-593-5563
  • via email
  • or via instant messaging

Prizes!

• Take a quick survey and enter our prize drawing.

Next R.E.A.D. (Read, Eat, Discuss) Meeting

• Book: The Alchemist: A fable about following your dreams by Paulo Coelho
• Date: Wednesday, April 11
• Time: Noon to 1 pm
• Location: 1210 ML

Future Books:
September 2007 - Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder
November 2007 - The Tortilla Curtain by T.C. Boyle

The library will be hosting workshops sponsored by the University of Michigan Credit Union. Kathryn Greiner, in conjunction with the Credit Union, is returning to campus to offer these free workshops.

All workshops will be held in 1212 Mardigian Library.

Protecting Yourself against Identity Theft

• Wednesday February 14th: Noon-1:30pm
• Wednesday February 14th: 2-3:30pm
• Tuesday February 20th: 10-11:30am
• Wednesday April 4: Noon-1:30pm
• Wednesday April 4: 2-3:30pm

Understanding and improving your Credit Score

• Wednesday February 14th: 10-11:30am
• Tuesday February 20th: Noon-1:30pm
• Wednesday April 4: 10-11:30am

Registration begins Tuesday January 16th. Faculty and staff will receive an email with a link to the registration page.

Damage to the Faculty Lounge has been repaired and it is now open.

The Faculty Lounge is located in Room 1208, first floor, Mardigian Library. It is accessible via UMID card access during regular library hours.