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Two Librarians Chosen as Global Scholars

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Congratulations to Amanda McConnell and Amanda Sprochi. They were chosen for the 2008 Global Scholars program.

Amanda McConnell will attend the Peru seminar, “A Fusion of Identities: Exploring Peru’s Complex Past, Present and Future” (May 29–June 8). The seminar will take place both in Lima and in Cusco and will include a trip to Machu Picchu.

Amanda Sprochi will attend the seminar, “Mongolia – Empire and Democracy” (June 1-11). The seminar will allow participants to visit many of the historical sites associated with Chinggis Khan (popularly spelled Genghis Khan) and the Mongol Empire. Amanda will also be traveling to the Gobi Desert (June11-15) as an add-on trip.

Both Amandas stated that they are very excited about their trips and thanked Jim Cogswell for nominating them and the Council for International Initiatives for sponsoring the program.

Call for Adult Day Connection Reading Program Volunteers

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MULSA is seeking volunteers for the Adult Day Connection (formerly known as “Eldercare”) Reading Program. Readers are needed to fill an afternoon reading period, scheduled once every two weeks, from 12:45 – 1:15 p.m., at the Adult Day Connection, located in 137 Clark Hall. Release time is available per supervisor approval.

The Adult Day Connection is the only state-licensed adult day health care program serving families in Columbia. Clients are frail, impaired and/or isolated older adults who benefit from therapeutic activities, exercise, nursing care and supervision. They attend the center one to five days weekly while their primary caregiver receives respite to work or enjoy free time.

MULSA has been supplying volunteer readers from the Libraries for about a year now; our participants have reported that they greatly enjoy the experience and receive a sense of satisfaction in knowing that they’ve helped to “make a difference” for someone else.

This reading program is held from 12:45-1:15 p.m., every other Tuesday. Participants have up to one hour’s release time (so you’ll have time to get there and back). The reading can be 20-25 minutes, which will give you a few extra minutes to meet and greet everyone. It is usually a small group of 6-12 older adults. Staff will be on site to help. Generally reading days are held on Tuesdays, but that is flexible, so if you’d rather participate on a Wednesday or Thursday, it can be arranged.

The reading is in a cozy room with comfortable chairs. Any topics that might stimulate memories or conversations are highly encouraged. Sample topics include: family and personal stories, history (but not war history), ethnic stories, biographies, and stories of exploration (like Lewis & Clark). If you have visual/tactical aids that complement your topic, feel free to bring them. If you want to do a “show and tell” with personal items and history, instead of a published story, feel free. Topics to avoid include: war history, religion, and politics.

If you have more specific questions, feel free to contact Carolyn Anderson, the Activities Director at the Adult Day Connection Center. She’ll be happy to help you. Her email is AndersonCK@health.missouri.edu. You can also reach her by phone at 882-7070.

The Adult Day Connection Center is located in 137 Clark Hall at the end of Rollins, just past Greek town. It’s the building on the left side. There’s an outside entrance on the Rollins side of the building. You’ll need to knock (or ring a bell) to have someone let you in.

 

We’ve already had several volunteers sign up for this round of reading; if you’d like to participate, let us know! These are the dates that we have left:

Tuesday, January 22

Tuesday, April 8

Tuesday, April 22

Tuesday, May 13

Tuesday, May 27

Tuesday, June 24

 

Please contact Steve Clayton at claytonsp@missouri.edu or by phone at 882-4876 if you would like to volunteer your time for this rewarding program.

 

Keeping Your Home Safe And Warm

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Hello staff and students! Due to the cold temperatures that we are facing here in Mid-Missouri, I wanted to provide everyone with some tips for keeping your homes safe and warm during the remainder of this winter season.

Follow these safety tips from CDC, the National Fire Protection Association, and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to prevent injuries and deaths related to heating your home.

  • Install a smoke alarm near bedrooms and on each floor of your home. Test it monthly. If it has a 9-volt battery, change the battery once a year.
  • Install a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm near bedrooms and on each floor of your home. If your alarm sounds, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission suggests that you press the reset button, call emergency services (911 or your local fire department), and immediately move to fresh air (either outdoors or near an open door or window). Know the symptoms of CO poisoning: headache, fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath. If you experience any of these symptoms, get fresh air right away and contact a doctor for proper diagnosis.
  • Make sure heating equipment is installed properly. Have a trained specialist inspect and tune up your heating system each year.
  • Keep portable space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can burn, including bedding, furniture, and clothing. Never drape clothing over a space heater to dry.
  • Keep children and pets away from space heaters. Never leave children in a room alone when a space heater is in use.
  • If you use a kerosene heater, use only the fuel recommended by the manufacturer. Never put gasoline in a kerosene heater–it could explode. Before you refuel the heater, turn it off and let it cool down. Refuel outside only.
  • When using a kerosene heater, keep a door open to the rest of the house or open a window slightly. This will reduce the chance of carbon monoxide build-up in the room.
  • Have your fireplace chimney and flue inspected each year and cleaned if needed. Open the flue and use a sturdy fireplace screen when you have a fire. Burn only untreated wood; never burn paper or pine branches–pieces can float out the chimney and ignite your roof, a neighbor’s roof, or nearby trees.
  • If you use a wood-burning stove, have the chimney connection and flue checked each year. Make sure the stove is placed on an approved stove board to protect the floor from heat and coals.
  • Never use your range or oven to heat your home, even for a short time.

(information taken from www.kidsource.com)

Please be safe and have a great rest of the winter!

Jason Touchatt, Ellis Library Security

Workplace Satisfaction Survey Revisited

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The results of the ‘Workplace Satisfaction Survey’ have been re-computed using proper statistical methods. I erred in the initial analysis of the survey results. I’d like to re-present the data and if you are interested, stop by 159 Ellis on Jan. 31, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Release time is available with supervisor approval.

If you would prefer to review the data yourself, you can access it via the library HR web page (http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/hr/default.htm).

Leo

2007-2008 Study Abroad Photo Contest on Display in the Bookmark Cafe

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Every year over 900 MU students choose to broaden their horizons by spending a term studying overseas. The MU International Center hosts a photo contest for study abroad returnees annually. The photos are divided into three categories: Portraits, Landscapes, and Cross-Cultural Moments. This year 32 finalists will proudly display in the Bookmark Cafe from January to March, 2008. The “Best in Show” prize winners will be selected and honored during the Spring 2008 semester. You are invited to visit the MU International Center Web site to see current finalists and past photo contest winners: http://international.missouri.edu/studyabroad/after/photo.shtml.

2008 MU Libraries Calendar Poster Now Available

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MU Libraries Calendar Poster 2008

2008 is the third year that the MU Libraries have produced and distributed a poster to promote the libraries. Each year these posters are given to campus administration, libraries donors and staff. In 2006 a separate poster was created for and distributed to students.

The 2008 posters are now available in the Ellis Library Administration office. Staff members are welcome to stop by and pick one up. I would be glad to drop some off at the branches, just let me (carysn@missouri.edu) know how many you would like.

Library Issues Forum, Map to Success

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Map to Success: Using Logic Models to Plan for Successful Outcomes
Thursday, Jan. 17
9-10:30am
Ellis Library
Library Instruction Room 1 – 4G41 Ellis
Presenter: Barb Jones

Program evaluation can be a powerful tool to steer the direction of a department or system. Good program evaluation requires accurate assessment, translation of vision into manageable steps and assignments, consistent and timely reporting and appropriate definition of success. The logic model system will be presented as one way to organize institutional planning toward clearly defined goals and activities, with appropriate assignment of personnel, resources and expected outcomes.

RSVPs not required. Release time available with supervisor approval.