“The University annually recognizes outstanding contributions by faculty members in the areas of Teaching, Research/Creativity, Public Service, and Student Advisement.” Roxanne Spencer and Bryan Carson from the WKU Libraries’ Public Services have been selected by each of the colleges for the Research/Creativity and Public Service Awards this year. They are also the finalists for the university-wide awards, which will be announced at Commencement. A reception was given in honor of the award recipients campus wide in the Student Success Center.
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Libraries Faculty Selected for 2007 Faculty Awards
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From Hollywood to Bollywood, Dvds Are a Hit!
University Libraries’ DVD collection has become one of our most dynamic, growing in size and popularity from 
the moment we began collecting them. From timeless classics to the latest cutting-edge independents and from the finest international films to acclaimed documentaries, a look at our top ten list confirms that we have something for everyone. Here are the most popular (highest cumulative circulation) titles:
- Eye of the Beholder (1995) A thriller starring Ashley Judd and Ewan MacGregor.
- Mulholland Dr. (2001) A moody mystery from director David Lynch.
- Eyes on the Prize (1987) Landmark documentary on the Civil Rights Movement.
- Pride and Prejudice (1995) A&E miniseries of the classic Jane Austen novel.
- Monster’s Ball (2001) Halle Barry won an Oscar for her performance in this intense drama.
- Happenstance (2000) French comedy/drama starring Audrey Tautou.
- Frida (2002) Salma Hayek stars as the artist Frida Kahlo in this biopic.
- All About My Mother (1999) This film from Spanish director Pedro Almadovar won the Best Foreign Language Oscar in 2000.
- Breaking the Waves (1996) Dane Lars Von Trier directed this drama.
- Run Lola Run (1998) This fast-paced thriller hails from Germany.
Dan Forrest
Coordinator of Access
Morning at the Museum
Walking up and down the hill, have you ever be curious about the log house next to the Kentucky Library and Museum?
Please join us this Saturday, April 14 9:00-10:00 a.m. for our free monthly Morning at the Museum program and step back into 1815 with open hearth cooking, spinning, candle rolling and much more!
Kentucky Live! Presented Author Kristin Johannsen
On April 6, 2007, Libraries’ Kentucky Live! program presented Kristin Johannsen, author of Ginseng Dreams: The Secret World of America’s Most Valuable Plant at Barnes & Noble Booksellers. She talked about ginseng’s growth in America, particularly in Kentucky, and its trade with China and Asia in history and at present.
If you missed the presentation, you can listen to her lecture or subscribe to the podcast and listen on the go. At the same time, you may also view photos of the event.
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Today @ Java City
Singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Andrea Guess performed outside the Java City on March 27. Andrea is a country artist from Brownsville, Kentucky. Here’s an album of the event. Visit Andrea on My Space at www.myspace.com/andreaguess.
This is a part of the Noon-time Concert Series sponsored by University Libraries. For a full list of events visit us online at www.wku.edu/library/events/Helm_JavaCity/.
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“Far Away Places” Presented Ireland
WKU Libraries’ Faraway Places program featured Jim Flynn, retired WKU Professor of English, in Barnes & Noble on March 22, 2007. His topic was Ireland. Over seventy people from WKU and the Bowling Green community participated in the event.
If you missed it out, you may view an album of Professor Flynn’s presentation and a podcast.
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ILLiad Is Here for Interlibrary Loan!
University Libraries is pleased to announce that we are now using the ILLiad interlibrary loan system for processing your requests.
With this new online system, you need to create a password-protected personal account before using it. Then your personal info/address will automatically be added to all your interlibrary loan requests thereafter. You will also be able to track your requests throughout the ILL process.
If you are a first-time user, please read the information and sign up here. If you’d like to know about ILLiad, here’s the OCLC’s “ILLiad at a Glance†page.
In case you have any questions or would like to arrange an information/demonstration session for your department, please contact the Interlibrary Loan Office at 745-6118 or dan.forrest@wku.edu.
Dan Forrest
Coordinator of Access Services, University Libraries
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Noon Tuesday @ Java City
Today (March 20) at noon in the Java City, we welcomed country artist Don Thomason to the stage. Here’s a photo album of the event.
Don blends “a love for country icons like Merle Haggard, George Jones, and Buck Owens; genre-breakers like Emmylou Harris, Johnny Cash, and Willie Nelson.” See for yourself at: www.geocities.com/donetho/ or www.myspace.com/donthomasonmusic.
This is a part of the Noon-time Concert Series sponsored by University Libraries. For a full list of events, visit us online at www.wku.edu/library.
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Join us at KYLM for Spring Break Day Camp to Explore Cultures
On March 19 – 23 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., campers will use art and artifacts to explore various cultures, including Africa,
Japan, Mexico and Central America. The camp is designed for children first through sixth grade. The cost is $100 per week. Friends of Libraries & Museum receive a 10% discount. Activities include fabric-dyeing, mask making, beading, and weaving.
For additional information contact Christy Spurlock or Lynne Ferguson or call 745-2594.
Kentucky Live! Features State Forensic Anthropologist Emily Craig
Kentucky Live Double Featured with State Forensic Anthropologist Emily Craig Thursday, March 8, 2007 in Mass Media & Technology Hall Auditorium and Barnes & Noble Book Sellers.
This event is sponsored by University Libraries. For a complete list of upcoming events visit www.wku.edu/library. To learn more about Emily Craig visit www.emilycraig.com.
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