There's still time to try a free workshop at the Libraries before the semester ends! Here are just a few offered in December. Check the complete listings, and sign up, on the workshops webpage. December 01, 2009 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EST Video for the Web 305 Butler Library Learn to create, […]
Butler Library 75th Anniversary, Tell Us “Your Stories”
In celebration of Butler Library's 75th anniversary, we are pleased to present Butler 75, an online exhibition of Butler Library, 1934 – 2009. The exhibition features images from the University Archives highlighting the construction, art and architecture of Butler Library, and the people who've used and enjoyed the library over the years. You can also […]
Thanksgiving Weekend Hours
The Libraries will be closed on Thursday, November 26. Please check the hours webpage before stopping by a library this weekend. Happy holidays! Credit: © Keol Lim, TC ’09 […]
Librarian Highlight: Kathleen Kehoe
Librarian: Kathleen Kehoe Title: Biological Sciences, Physics & Astronomy Librarian and Coordinator of Collection Development for Science & Engineering Libraries Subject specialties: Biological Sciences, Ecology, Physics and Astronomy Contact info: 212 854 4182, kehoe@columbia.edu Library: Integrated Science Library, opening 2010 @ Columbia Libraries since: 1985 Education Info: B.A. Hunter College, M. L.S. Columbia University […]
New Digital Collection: The New York Real Estate Brochure Collection
The New York Real Estate Brochure Collection is an invaluable resource for studying and conducting research about New York City apartment buildings. You can browse or search by address, building name, neighborhood, architect, and owner/agent. Buildings are also encoded with GIS coordinates so that locations and neighborhoods can be displayed using the Google Maps application. […]
New Libraries iGoogle Gadget
The new iGoogle Gadget features a variety of search options for Columbia University Libraries resources, including books, journals, articles, music, film/videos, and much more! The Gadget also features news, blogs, and links to libraries and research help. Install it on your iGoogle home page using the instructions below. Sign into iGoogle using your Google account […]
Text a Call Number to Your Phone From CLIObeta
CLIObeta now offers the ability to send a information about an item at the Libraries (author, title, location, call number) via text message to a cell phone, or if you prefer, via email to any mobile device. Here’s how: Conduct your search in CLIObeta, and select the item you want Click on "Send to phone" […]
Copyright Advisory Office at Columbia University
The Copyright Advisory Office of Columbia University in the City of New York, a leading provider of copyright resources for the educational community, has launched a fully revised and updated website. The principal mission of the Copyright Advisory Office (CAO), under the directorship of Dr. Kenneth Crews, is to provide copyright information and guidance for […]
Butler Library 75th Anniversary Exhibit
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the building of Butler Library, an exhibit of more than 100 photographs decorate the bulletin board display on the third floor of Butler Library. The photographs span the decades and showcase the excavation and rise of South Hall (as it was originally named), design details throughout the building, […]
Free Laptop Engraving at Butler Library 11/11/09
Back by popular demand! On Wednesday, November 11, you can stop by the Butler lobby between 11AM and 2PM for free engraving and registration of laptops and other electronics by CU Public Safety. About once a month, a laptop is stolen in Butler Library. Please keep your belongings safe! Never leave items unintended at the library. […]