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9:15-10:15 AM Pennsylvania’s Sanborn Maps: A Unique Research Treasure Trove
Kevin Clair, Marcy Bidney, Paige Andrew
W211A Pattee
The Donald W. Hamer Maps Library holds the most complete collection of Pennsylvania Sanborn Map Company fire insurance maps in the state. Explore these powerful multi-use maps with us as we describe an ongoing project to provide open access to the pre-1923 editions via CONTENTdm. We will describe the partnerships across units for scanning maps and creating metadata for preservation and access. You will learn the history of these maps and the many ways they can be used for research (from genealogical to architectural and much more), and future directions for the digital collection. A reprise of our previous presentation at last year's PaLA annual meeting at the Penn Stater.
10:30-11:30 AM Library Development 101
Amy Yancey, Rick Janac, Marcus Fowler, Shirley Davis, Karen McCulley, Roberta Stern
510A Paterno
The Libraries Development Team would like to introduce ourselves, give an overview of our role and the role of philanthropy at the Libraries and offer a chance for Q&A.
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Informal Lunch Discussion: Using Director’s Station
126T Paterno
Trish Notartomas
Do you have questions about how to use Director’s Station or want to know how to get more out of it? Come to this Q & A session!
1:00 PM-2:00 PM Misconceptions about People with Disabilities
Susan Hayya, Jerry Wion
302 Paterno
This session will examine misconceptions of people with disabilities as depicted in the episode “Wheels” from the TV show Glee.
Paterno Reading Room
Libraries Civility Committee
Have you seen some faces in the Libraries for years, but still don't know who they are? Join in this fast-paced, fun, face-to-face social activity designed to create new or stronger social and professional bonds between people within the University Libraries. Participants will spend a few moments one-on-one to "network" briefly, prompted by a series of engaging icebreakers, questions, and talking points to facilitate easy and meaningful interactions, then move on to the next person. This is social networking in real time!!!
3:30-4:30 PM The Penn State University Press and Publishing in the Digital Age
302 Paterno
Eleanor Goodman, Jennifer Norton, Tony Sanfilippo, Diana Pesak
This hour-long conversation will address the current issues associated with electronic publishing at a university press. We'll consider questions related to scholarly content, design and production, and marketing and outreach.
9:15 AM-10:15 AM Does the Law Really Say That? Finding the Laws Applied in the Sandusky Case (Class Presentation)
Foster Auditorium
Laura J. Ax-Fultz
This session will explore how to use electronic resources held by University Libraries to locate and better understand the laws applied to the Sandusky case.
10:30-11:30 AM Sports Archives at Penn State: Who, What, Where, When and How
W211A Paterno
Paul Dzyak, Paul Karwacki, Jackie Esposito
This presentation will describe what the Sports Archives are and show examples of the types of materials that are collected for patron use.
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Informal Lunch Discussion: Know Before You Go—Using PSU’s Travel Services
510 Paterno
Curt Steele
Curt Steele of Penn State Travel Services will present information on services his office can offer for Personal and Business Travel.
1:00-2:00 PM Information Literacy and Customer Service
203 Paterno
Loanne Snavely
This presentation will answer the following questions:
2:15-3:15 PM Librarians Abroad: Penn State Librarians’ Overseas Travel
W211A Pattee
Daniel Mack, Patricia Hswe, Sue Kellerman, Debora Cheney, Lisa German, and Joe Fennewald
Several University Park Librarians have made overseas visits to libraries or library-related institutions. During this session, these librarians will discuss their experiences.
3:30-4:30 PM Using Google Analytics
W211A Pattee
Karen Schwentner, Alan Shay, Andrew Calvin, Ryan Johnson
Each library, department and unit can generate reports on web analytics. We will talk about the basics of reporting and how users can get started.
9:15 AM-10:15 AM Introduction to Macs
Knowledge Commons Mac Lab
Ryan Johnson
In this class we will introduce the Mac Hardware and Operating system and how it differs from a PC. An overview of the Interface will be given including learning about the Dock, Finder and Menu options. Mac Software applications will also be discussed.
10:30 AM-11:30 AM UCS Tips & Tricks
Want to know how to get more out of the University Collaboration Suite (UCS)? Kelly Kaiserian will facilitate a roundtable discussion on common problems with UCS and various workarounds. Topics are up to you, and could include printing, recurring meetings, how to search calendar entries, and so on. Please bring your own questions or any tricks you may have discovered.
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Informal Lunch Discussion: Stephen Mattes’ Travelogues
126A Paterno
Stephen Mattes
Stephen will share photos and experiences from his recent overseas trips to Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Argentina.
1:00-2:00 PM Using Google+ in the Classroom, Office, and Home (Prezi presentation)
W211A Pattee
Joshua Wilkins
This presentation will demonstrate some of the uses of the social media service Google+, including using Hangouts, news updates, Messenger, and other services in class, the office, or for your own personal use.
2:15-3:15 PM Lightning Talks (15 Minute Sessions)
302 Paterno
Library On-The-Go: Explore the Libraries' Mobile Presence
Emily Rimland
Discover the expanding treasures of the Libraries' mobile presence! The Web Tools and Discoverability Team has been working hard at bringing you mobile-friendly search, mobile-optimized databases, native library apps, and more, all available through the PSU mobile portal at m.psu.edu. You'll learn how this new site can help you and scholars with on-the-go research needs!
Promoting the Engineering Library through Viral Video
Harlan Ritchey
In order to encourage patrons of the Engineering Library to use the specialized databases available to them, the Engineering Library staff produced a short film intended to promote the use of these databases. The film will be shown during student seminars, and will also be posted on YouTube. During this session, we’ll be showing the film and talking about its development from original concept to final cut. This brief lightning talk will be of interest to those looking for ways to promote the Libraries' presence in ways that are both informative and engaging.
Plunging Into Prezi
Sherry Roth
Have you been wanting to try the free, web-based presentation application called Prezi? It can be a bit intimidating the first time you enter "Prezi Land," but with a little hands-on guidance and the use of a template or two, you can be zooming through your presentations in no time.
3:30 PM-4:30 PM Educational Gaming
Foster Auditorium
Chris Stubbs
During this session, Penn State's Educational Gaming Commons, a group dedicated to the exploration of games for teaching and learning will share their experiences with EduGaming. We'll discuss some of the myths and opportunities of educational gaming, share ways we're exploring the medium, and even showcase several educational games we've built and the impact they've had in the classroom. We'll also discuss so called "gamification", or ways that games are influencing our everyday lives in significant and behavior changing ways. From the hardcore gamer to the hardcore skeptic, all are welcome!
9:15 AM-10:15 AM Bar Soap Felting
Paterno-2 Student Lounge Area
Kelly Kaiserian
Tired of your soap slipping out of your hands? Want it to last longer? Looking to make a unique gift for someone special? Come learn how to use unspun wool, silk, and other fibers to create felted soap, a useful and beautiful work of art! Please bring a new bar of your favorite soap and prepare to get your hands wet. We’ll supply all other materials.
Foster Auditorium
Sandy Hoffmaster, Teresa Soler
Are you ready to see how people party themselves into shape? That's exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It's an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that's moving millions of people toward joy and health. Attendees can either participate or simply observe.
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Informal Lunch Discussion: Dog Agility Competitions
E3 Paterno
Rachel Patterson
Have you ever seen dog agility challenges on TV and wondered what it takes to train your dog to compete? Come to this session and find out! Rachel will explain how she and her dogs got into the sport and some of the training techniques she’s used and competitions she’s participated in. She’ll also show videos of her competitions and provide information on local training resources for those seeking to get involved.
1:00 PM-2:00 PM Understanding Your Credit Score
Foster Auditorium
Amy Shuey
Amy Shuey of the Penn State Federal Credit Union will show you how to better understand your credit report. You’ll also learn how to obtain and read your free credit report, attain a higher credit score, avoid pitfalls of credit and maintain good credit.
2:15 PM-3:15 PM Plarn Your Own Bag!
Paterno Reading Room
Sarah Snyder
Are you into the green scene? Feel horrible when you leave your recycled tote bags at home?
Feel bad no more as you reuse your plastic store bagsto create “plarn” (plastic yarn). After creating “plarn” and learning the basic stitches for crocheting, you will then begin your “plarn” bag.
Participants will need to bring: plastic bags, scissors, a bowl (or bag to store the cut pieces in), crochet hook (size k or larger)
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2:15 PM-3:15 PM Line Dancing Made Easy
Foster Auditorium
Sandy Hoffmaster, Liz Long
Learn the exciting new hip hop line dances that are sweeping the nation. The Wobble, The Cupid Shuffle, The Booty Call, and the Cha Cha Slide are all low impact, easy, and fun! Anyone can do them!
3:30-4:30 PM Photographing Wildlife
203 Paterno
Nan Butkovich
This session will cover some of the basics of wildlife photography, such as camera basics, what makes a good wildlife photograph, some techniques for getting the shot, and the ethics of wildlife photography. A list of helpful resources will also be available.
9:15 AM-10:15 AM Incivility in Pop Culture
203 Paterno
Lindsey Harter, Amber Tychonievich & Libraries Civility Committee
We will show examples of incivility in pop culture and current events, followed by open conversation about our reactions. You are welcome to bring examples of incivility in film and media (or send to Amber ahead of time at alt16@psu.edu) to be added to the discussion.
10:30 AM-11:30 AM Palmer Museum of Art Tour: The Three Second Rule
Palmer Museum of Art
Presenter TBA
On average, viewers look at a work of art for three seconds before moving on. Today, you'll see some of the noteworthy works of art in the museum's collection and spend much more than three seconds discussing their most interesting aspects. Guided by a docent of the Palmer Museum of Art.
11:45 AM-12:45 PM Informal Lunch Discussion: Couponing 101
W325 Pattee
Lindsey Harter
Money saving tips and couponing tricks will be presented. Feel free to bring your own tips for shopping on a tight budget!
1:00 PM-2:00 PM Painting the People: Images of American Life from the Maimon Collection
Palmer Museum of Art
Presenter TBA
Join us for an in-depth discussion of Painting the People, a special exhibition featuring selections from the impressive collection of American Scene painting amassed by collectors Lee (’56, Liberal Arts) and Barbara Maimon. Beautifully complementing the Palmer’s permanent collection of American art, the Maimon collection includes a diverse array of Depression-era figurative paintings by some of the best-known artists of the period. Guided by a docent of the Palmer Museum of Art.
2:15 PM-3:15 PM The United Nations Association of Centre County
203 Paterno
Helen Sheehy and Norma Keller
The United Nations Association (UNA) is a not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to building understanding of and support for the ideals and vital work of the United Nations among the American people. The Centre County Chapter works for those goals at the local level. Much of that local work is done through the Council of Organizations (COO). The COO is made up of 17 local church and community organizations that share many of the same goals. Join us to learn more about the UNA and the COO and how you can become involved through the UNA and COO.
3:30 PM-4:30 PM Creating a Butterfly Garden
403 Paterno
Pembroke Childs
Come learn about the habitat that butterflies and other pollinators like best! You’ll learn how to plan and create your own butterfly garden. Certifying your garden with the Penn State University College of Agricultural Sciences Center for Pollinator Research will also be discussed.
