Amanda May will be presenting at the Libraries Cultivating Community Conference on September 10. Click here for the complete conference schedule.

Taking A “Paws”– Kitten Cuddle Puddle with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue

With over 3,400 students, the University of Missouri College of Engineering is a high-pressure academic environment. To support student well-being, the Engineering Library and Technology Commons (ELTC)—a key resource hub—hosts the Kitten Cuddle Puddle, a Finals Week event in partnership with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue. Students interact with adoptable cats in a calming space designed to reduce stress and encourage self-care.

This event is one of several ELTC outreach efforts, including the Shamrock Tea, Welcome Cookout, and library programming such as book bedazzling and paper crafts, all aimed at building community and supporting student success. The presentation will cover the evolution of these initiatives, lessons learned, and considerations for forming meaningful partnerships. Attendees will also enjoy photos and stories from past events that highlight the impact of wellness-focused programming.

Kate Anderson has published a systematic review with colleagues in the College of Veterinary Medicine. It’s available in the Early View section of the journal.

Reeves LA, Anderson KM, Luther JK, Torres BT. Treatment of idiopathic chylothorax in dogs and cats: A systematic review. Veterinary Surgery. 2019; 1– 10. https://doi.org/10.1111/vsu.13322

Additionally, Dr. Reeves will be presenting this work at the American College of Veterinary Surgeons Surgery Summit in October.

Anne Barker will be part of a panel discussion on April 11 at the ACRL Conference in Cleveland, OH. The panel is titled “Connect the Campus Dots: Using Institutional Systems to Support Students When They Need It the Most.”

Ruppar TM, Cooper PS, Johnson ED, Riegel B. Self‐care interventions for adults with heart failure: A systematic review and meta‐analysis protocol. Journal of Advanced Nursing 2018;00:1–7. https://doi.org/10.1111/jan.13903

Finfgeld-Connett, Deborah, Johnson, E. Diane.  Data Collection and Sampling.  In: Finfgeld-Connett, Deborah. A Guide to Qualitative Meta-synthesis.  New York: Routledge, 2018, p. 18-30.