Faculty

Register online for two events being held during the exhibition, "Laura's Enduring Tale: Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Little House on the Prairie."

The first event is the opening reception on Friday, October 29, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. in the Berkowitz Gallery, on the third floor of the Mardigian Library. William T. Anderson, a noted Wilder biographer, will give a presentation on the writing of this classic children’s book that is loved by many. Register for this event.

The second event is a special children’s program that will be held Saturday, October 30, 2010 from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Activities will include trivia games related to the books, storytelling, and a contest for the best prairie costume. Grab your bonnet or boots and come along for the fun! Register for this event.

The exhibition runs from Friday, October 29, 2010 through Friday, December 10, 2010. Extended Gallery hours will be available Monday through Thursday and on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call Susan Flannery at 313-593-5236.

September 2010 R.E.A.D. (Read, Eat, and Discuss) Meeting

Book: How Does it Feel to be a Problem? Being Young and Arab in America by Moustafa Bayoumi

Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m.

Location: 1210 ML

The Interlibrary Loan (ILL) department has implemented a new software system for managing ILL requests. The new system, ILLiad, enables ILL staff to manage requests more effectively and efficiently. Within your ILLiad account, you can submit and track your ILL requests, view electronic documents, view ILL items checked out to you, and request renewals.

First, create your ILLiad account:
1. Go to the ILLiad First Time Users webpage
2. Read the information, then click the button labeled “First Time Users Click Here”.
3. Complete the “New User Registration for ILLiad” online form.
4. Click the Submit button. You will be taken to the ILLiad main menu.
5. Your ILLiad account is now ready to use!

Request materials using your ILLiad account:
1. Log in to ILLiad
2. Select the appropriate form for your request: Article, Book or AV, or Book Chapter
3. Complete the form and click the Submit button.

What about ILL requests placed prior to September 8, 2010?
Requests that were placed in the former ILL system will be completed using that system. You may view these requests in your library account. Articles requested in the former ILL system will either be e-mailed to you or made available for pick up online.

Questions?
If you need help setting up your ILLiad account or placing requests, library staff at the Circulation Desk (313-593-5559) or the Library Research Center (313-593-5563) can help you.

If you have questions about ILL requests placed prior to September 8, 2010, contact the ILL department at 313-593-3284 or ill-library@umd.umich.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions about ILLiad