If you haven’t heard, 52 Ellis Library has termites. They have infested the South wall from the east edge of Physical Processing all the way west to Digital Services’ area. There are two issues: killing the termites and repairing the damage to the wall. They will begin work on killing the termites on this Saturday and into early next week. As part of this process, they may use chemicals with an off-gas or foul smell.
Staff news
Upcoming Diversity Opportunities, April 13th-19th
The Diversity and Inclusion Committee will send out upcoming opportunities every week we think will be of interest. We hope that you will help us continue to build a library culture of diversity and inclusion.
Show Me Mizzou Day: International Programs Open House
Saturday April 13th 10:00am-2:00pm, Memorial Union N52
Learn about international exchange at Mizzou from current international students and study abroad returnees. Volunteers from the Confucius Institute will be demonstrating Chinese calligraphy and helping visitors make traditional knitted bracelets.
Current students and their families are also invited to learn about the wide array of study abroad options available to MU students across all academic disciplines. Study abroad advisers will be available to answer questions, and refreshments will be provided.
Show Me Mizzou Day is an opportunity to explore our state’s flagship university through more than 100 events for people of all ages. Free admission and parking.
How To Be A Better Trans Ally
Monday April 15th 3:00pm-5:00pm, Stotler Lounge (Memorial Union)
Join Oasis for a workshop of stations to practice and learn about trans allyship skills. This event is open to the public.
We are committed to ensuring our events are accessible. Please contact lgbtq@missouri.edu if you anticipate any barriers to your participation.
Research Discussion: Dr. Chuck Munter
Tuesday April 16th 11:00am-12:00pm, The Bridge (Townsend Hall 220)
From the Interpersonal to the Institutional: Investigating Sources of Inequity in Mathematics Education
Too much about schooling perpetuates, rather than reduces, social inequalities. And in terms of subject areas, mathematics may be one of the worst culprits. In this discussion, we will consider research on how inequity is produced in school mathematics at multiple levels, including through classroom interaction and through district policies, and reflect on ways we might confront those inequities. All are welcome, regardless of level of interest in mathematics.
The research discussion can be accessed virtually at http://bit.ly/BridgeRschDscn16Apr19.
Poesia Viva
Wednesday April 17th 6:30-8:30pm, The Shack (The Student Center)
Come join us on our annual Poesia Viva! We have special guests La Resistencia visiting us. Visit the url for more information about the event.
Mindy Scheier – “Breaking Down Barriers for People with Disabilities: The Role of Clothing”
Thursday April 18th 11:00am-12:00pm, Stotler Lounge (Memorial Union)
Before founding Runway of Dreams Foundation (RoDF) in 2014, Mindy Scheier spent 20 years working in fashion on the design team for the INC collection and as a stylist for Saks Fifth Avenue.
Mindy was inspired to start RoDF after her son Oliver, who has Muscular Dystrophy, dreamed of wearing jeans like everyone else. After using her design skills to adapt a pair that met his needs and increased his confidence, she went on to conduct extensive research to develop modifications — including alternate closures, adjustability of waistbands, pant and sleeve lengths and alternative ways to get in and out of the clothing. Following launch, RoDF collaborated with Tommy Hilfiger on the first mainstream adaptive clothing line for kids in 2016.
Mindy’s work with RoDF expands beyond adaptive clothing. Founded on the basis that clothing is a basic human need, the Runway of Dreams Foundation develops, delivers and supports initiatives to broaden the reach of mainstream adaptive clothing and promote the differently-abled community in the fashion industry. Through adaptive clothing donations, employment opportunity initiatives, adaptive design workshops, awareness building campaigns and scholarships programs, RoDF is empowering people with disabilities with opportunity, confidence, independence and style. Envisioning a world where fashion is mainstream and accessible for all, Mindy continues to break down barriers and challenge industry norms. *This event is free and open to the public
Movie Screening & Discussion: Intelligent Lives
Thursday April 18th 7:00pm-8:30pm, 101 Swallow Hall Auditorium
If you believe that ALL people should be supported, valued, and included, join us for the special screening ofIntelligent Lives. This documentary by disability rights filmmaker Dan Habib is shattering stereotypes about what it means to be “intelligent” and opening doors to more inclusive education and employment. In addition to featuring the stories of three pioneering young adults, the film is graced with the personal perspective of Academy award winning actor Chris Cooper.
The 70-minute screening will be followed by a panel of advocates and practitioners who work on local issues of education and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
REGISTRATION REQUESTED athttp://bit.ly/BridgeMovieIntelligentLives18A
New MUSE Posts
In the News
“MU honors recently deceased students, faculty and staff”
KOMU, April 5, 2019
“UM sets up task force to look at journal costs”
Columbia Daily Tribune, April 5, 2019
“New $35M Center for Missouri Studies nearly complete”
San Francisco Chronicle, April 6, 2019
“Small fire at Ellis Library temporarily closes Bookmark Cafe”
Columbia Missourian, April 8, 2019
“Preview: Show Me Mizzou Day”
The Maneater, April 9, 2019
“University holds MU Remembers event to honor the deaths of MU personnel from this year”
The Maneater, April 9, 2019
Library Management Team Information and Action Items, 3/21/19
Follow Mizzou and the Libraries on Social Media for National Library Week
Please follow the Libraries on social media and help us celebrate National Library Week! We will also be featured on Mizzou’s Instagram next week.
University Libraries Social Media
New Muse Posts
CVM Open House on Saturday, April 6th
Come join the fun at Hairy Pawter! The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) Open House will be held on Saturday from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Zalk Library will host research posters and five public lectures.
From CVM…
Witches, Wizards and Muggles:
Prepare to enter into the magical world of Hairy Pawter this Saturday, April 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit the Fantastic Beasts in Trowbridge, the flying not-so-three- headed Purina Incredible Dogs, our wizards in training giving tours of the hospital and so much more!
http://cvm.missouri.edu/alumni-and-friends/cvm-annual-open-house/
Welcome to Brian Murphy
Brian Murphy started working in UMLD as a Library Information Assistant. His first day was March 25.
Notes From the Director, April 22
Hello everyone,
So much is happening all of a sudden that it’s hard to know where to start.
All of you have heard about our space planning consultants for the Libraries who are coming for their first visit on April 3-4. The firm is Shepley Bulfinch, who are very well-known among research libraries. I encourage you all to look at their website if you haven’t yet. The Libraries are paying them out of our lapsed salary funds, which is money we have from unfilled positions. The consultants are reporting to us, not Campus Facilities, although of course Facilities will be part of the meetings. I know several research library directors who have used Shepley Bulfinch, and they all were extremely happy with the results. Please try to come to the Staff Advisory Group meeting with them, as well as any other meeting you may be invited to. We will be talking about both short and long term planning, and will have continuing interaction with them until we get their report in July. We have already sent them floor plans and much information. They will bring ideas for new possibilities and the opportunity to think creatively about all our library spaces. (We will not be able to raise money for major renovations until we have a plan.)
The library depository addition project manager will also be here on Thursday April 4 so she can interact with the space consultants. The depository addition project is on again, with campus funding, and we hope to complete it in early 2021 or sooner. No additional word on the proposed one stop shop; I hope we will get word after break.
Also right after break we have another candidate for the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, Archives, Rare Books and Digitization. Please come hear him on Tuesday, April 2 at his open presentation or join us on Zoom.
Last week I had a meeting with campus and system leaders to talk about open access publishing in light of the news that the University of California Libraries have declined to renew a contract with the publisher Elsevier, who is well known for high impact journals and extremely high prices. This may develop into big changes, and I will keep you posted. So far, President Choi has decided to appoint a system-wide group including librarians to study the issues involved.
For those of you taking some time off next week, have a safe and happy break. See you in April.
—Ann Campion Riley