scholarly journals “I’m Writing a Sermon…”

2021 ◽  
pp. 260-269
Author(s):  
Anne McLean ◽  
Brady Beard
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
University Campuses ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
Emory University ◽  
Reference Interactions

“I’m writing a sermon…” prefaces most of the questions that come to the Pitts Theology Library Reference Desk from alumni. Candler School of Theology alumni regularly return to the library to inquire about the resources and databases that remain available to them through Emory University Libraries in their new ministerial settings. In addition to these one-off reference interactions, Pitts librarians also engage with alumni through a variety of means, including outreach and events, instruction, and graduation preparation and celebrations. During the academic years of 2019–20 and 2020–21, however, alumni needs and requests increased and transformed as public libraries closed in-person services and university campuses were limited to currently enrolled students and faculty. This paper will explore the evolving needs of seminary alumni brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, during which Pitts witnessed and managed an uptick in requests for access to collections, library spaces, and online databases.

scholarly journals Return on investment (ROI) in subscription databases by Nigerian academic libraries: a survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
pp. 63-85
Author(s):  
Adekunle Emmanuel Oyadeyi ◽  
Taofeek Abiodun Oladokun ◽  
Oludare Adebanji Shorunke ◽  
Omobolanle Seri Fasola
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Electronic Database ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
The Social ◽  
Other Information ◽  
Nigerian University ◽  
Returns On Investment

Aim: There seems to be a dearth of literature on how much Nigerian university libraries are spending on the acquisition of Online Electronic Database (OED). This study sets out to investigate the annual cost of acquiring this important and evolving aspect of library collection with the view of determining whether the returns in terms of utilization is commensurate with the invested fund. Methodology: The study adopts a quantitative research method. A self-developed questionnaire was used to collect data from 55 librarians in 41 academic libraries across Nigeria. The data collected were processed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20. Findings: Academic libraries in Nigeria spend an average of ₦12,500,000 or $32,637 on OED subscriptions annually. The study has shown that Nigerian academic libraries usually subscribe to the EBSCOhost and Research4Life databases with few adding specialized databases such as Law Pavilion, HeinOnline, Legalpedia, and ScienceDirect. To ensure adequate returns on investment, the libraries are massively providing support infrastructures, user education, and other information services. However, challenges limiting the widespread use of online databases include irregular power supply and slow internet connectivity among others.  Conclusions: The study, therefore, concludes that there is a middling to low return on subscribed OED in Nigerian academic libraries. However, there are still various huddles that must be scaled for Nigerian academic libraries to reap adequate returns on their investments in online electronic databases.

scholarly journals Repertorio bibliográfico anotado de monografías de lucha leonesa (1977-2015)

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
José Antonio Robles-Tascón ◽  
Héctor García-Robles
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Annotated Bibliography ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Local Dimension ◽  
National Library ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Starting Point

The purpose of this study was to create an annotated bibliography about Leonese wrestling. The first author's library was the starting point and then the catalogs of the National Library of Spain, Public Libraries of Spain, Spanish University Libraries Network, as well as the Spanish ISBN Agency Database of books published in Spain were consulted by using the keywords “lucha leonesa” and “aluche”. The annotated bibliography comprises a total of 19 monographs, published between 1977 and 2015. As a whole, they show the eminently local dimension of this traditional sport, the support it has received from several public and private institutions, as well as its double dimension as a sport and as a tradition solidly rooted in Leonese culture.

scholarly journals From the President: Productive Engagement

2009 ◽  
Vol 61 (3) ◽  
pp. 87
Author(s):  
Pauletta Brown Bracy
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Library ◽  
State University ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
North Carolina State University ◽  
Randolph County ◽  
Forsyth County ◽  
Wake County ◽  
College Library

The joys of the vice presidency are embellished by the thrills of conference planning. I worked with some of the most generous and assiduous members of our association, who made the experience truly memorable. My deepest appreciation is extended to Dale Cousins and Ann Burlingame of Wake County Public Libraries; Dave Fergusson, Mary McAfee, Yolanda Bolden, and John Via of Forsyth County Public Library; Irene Laube of Durham Technical Community College Library; John Abbott of Appalachian State University Libraries; Bao-Chu Chang of North Carolina State University Libraries; Connie Keller of Carol Grotnes Belk Library, Elon University; Ednita Bullock, formerly of Bennett College Center of Information Resources and currently of North Carolina A. & T. State University’s F.D. Bluford Library; Philip Cherry of Durham County Library; Jonathan Farlow of Randolph County Public Library; and Caroline Walters, NCLA Administrative Assistant.

scholarly journals History of North Carolina Libraries and Librarianship: A Bibliography, Part II

2009 ◽  
Vol 62 (2) ◽  
pp. 91
Author(s):  
Wiley J. Williams
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Library History ◽  
College And University ◽  
Library Associations ◽  
History Of

The first installment of this four-part bibliography, including general historical works about North Carolina public libraries, and histories of libraries from (alphabetically) Alamance through Guilford counties, was published in the Spring 2004 issue of North Carolina Libraries. Part two contains histories of public libraries from Halifax through Yadkin Counties, part three will include references to general works on North Carolina library history and histories of special libraries in thestate, and part four will describe materials on college and university libraries and library associations. Many of the works about individual libraries may not be considered traditional library history, however, an effort has been made to include all works that may be of use to librarians and researchers who are studying specific institutions.

scholarly journals Gender ratios in library management (‘directorship’) roles in New Zealand public and tertiary libraries

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Gareth Shute
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Gender Bias ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
New South ◽  
Research Problem ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Library Management ◽  
Female Managers ◽  
South Wales

<p>Research problem: This study looked at the percentage of female managers in charge of library systems within New Zealand between 1980 and 2013 to see if their gender balance matched the wider library workforce (which has upwards of 80% female staff). Methodology: Directories of public libraries were examined and the gender of each library manager was noted. Results: The overall figure for library managers was found to be around 80%, with a slight improvement over the period examined. However, when public libraries were divided by size, the results for the 1980s showed that large libraries had fewer female managers than the overall library workforce, while small libraries had a larger percentage. This difference was shown to decrease over the period studied, until both large and small libraries had around 80% female staff. A similar result was shown in preliminary data sourced from New South Wales (Australia), which suggested that this trend also occurs overseas. The New Zealand data also considered tertiary institutions. At the beginning of the study, only one out of six university library systems was managed by a woman, while in the most recent year seven out of ten managers were female. In contrast, there was found to be a high percentage of female managers in charge of polytechs over this same time. Implications: These results suggest that a gender bias existed within some sectors of librarianship (within large public libraries and university libraries) at the beginning of the study period, but that this bias has largely disappeared in recent years.</p>

Users' needs and expectations on information services provided in libraries: case of four public university libraries from the western region of Kenya

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Irene Nyakweba ◽  
Joyce Muwanguzi Bukirwa ◽  
Eunice Sendikadiwa ◽  
Felicitas Ciabere Ratanya
Keyword(s):  
Public Libraries ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Information Services ◽  
Narrative Form ◽  
Western Region ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Start Up ◽  
The Western Region ◽  
Information Materials

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to assess the users' needs and expectations on information services provided in libraries, in four public universities from the western region of Kenya. The study explores the extent to which the libraries address users' needs and expectations examining the challenges being encountered, remedies and best practices put in place to mitigate the challenges. The level of users satisfaction towards the information services provided is also examined.Design/methodology/approachStructured questionnaires were distributed among undergraduates (384) and lecturers (86), where 342 were successfully filled and returned, giving a response rate of 73%. The study interviewed ten library staff revealing their views in addressing users' needs and expectations in respective libraries. Collected data were analysed descriptively using statistical methods and presented in figures and tables. Qualitative data were analysed in narrative form.FindingsMajority of users had a positive perception towards the library, while others indicated that their needs were yet to be meet. The study noted the poor state of affair with inadequacies in information materials infrastructure, dwindling budget, facilities and unskilled personnel. The study recommended the need for additional library budget to facilitate acquisition of additional and up-to-date information resources and facilities.Originality/valueThe concept of user needs and expectations has been widely discussed in developed countries. Identifying and understanding users’ requirements in the context of public libraries in developing countries would start up constructive trends towards building useable collections.

Initiatives towards formation of academic library consortium in Malaysia

2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (1/2) ◽  
pp. 102-110 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hafsah Mohd ◽  
Rosnah Yusof ◽  
Rohaya Umar
Keyword(s):  
Academic Libraries ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Databases ◽  
Year 2000 ◽  
Ministry Of Higher Education ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to report on several initiatives towards formation of national consortium among academic libraries in Malaysia. The consortium focused on subscription of online databases. Design/methodology/approach – In July 2004, CDC on behalf of PERPUN members made several initiatives towards formation of national consortium of Malaysian academic libraries. Proposal paper on the formation of the consortium has been submitted to the Ministry of Higher Education. Through “loose consortia” formed, CDC and later known as Malaysian Online E-Resources Consortium (MOLEC) succeeded in negotiating for subscription of online databases and was able to get financial aid from the Ministry of Education to subscribe several databases since 2002. Findings – A commercial databases committee (CDC) was formed in year 2000 as a platform for academic libraries to evaluate, select, negotiate and manage the online databases. Complications involved in online databases subscriptions such as cost increase, license agreement, various formats of usage statistics, merger and takeover of publishers have made PERPUN (Malaysian Standing Conference of National and University Libraries) realize that there is a need for a formal consortium to be formed. Research limitations/implications – An improved service was established for the benefit of the academic libraries in Malaysia. Practical implications – A more coordinated approach to consortial dealings is being established in Malaysia. Originality/value – This is a report on the process and outcomes.

Cooperative Library Automation and the Pica Experience

1989 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 13-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anton Bossers
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Retrieval System ◽  
Public Libraries ◽  
Public Access ◽  
Bibliographic Databases ◽  
Circulation Control ◽  
University Libraries ◽  
Local Systems ◽  
Library Automation ◽  
Library System

In 1969 a number of Dutch university libraries and the Royal Library decided to cooperate in the field of library automation by creating a consortium for a Project for Integrated Catalogue Automation (Pica). In 1978 an online shared cataloguing system came into operation. About five years later the Pica system began to be used to produce the Dutch National Bibliography and the Dutch Union Catalogue, and to process all the cataloguing activities for over 900 public libraries. The Pica Online Retrieval System (ORS) enables users to consult bibliographic databases and catalogue information from the central Pica database. These central systems, together with local systems such as the Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC), the Acquisitions System combined with Serials Control, and the Circulation Control System, now constitute a ‘total library system’.

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