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United Way Drawing Winners

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Congratulations to the winners of the 1st United Way drawing:

Ann Barker
Karen Eubanks
Leo Agnew
Dorothy Carner
Sue Barnes

All staff members who turned in their United Way pledge cards by Oct. 8 were eligible. The winners each won a pair of tickets to a concert series show.

The next drawing will include anyone who sent a pledge card in before the end of the day Friday, October 15th.  Prizes will include 5 more concert series tickets and a gift certificate to the Columbia Mall.

SDC – Brown Bag Session – “Roll Together’ in Columbia

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Tuesday, Oct. 19, 12:00-1:00 p.m., 4F51-A Ellis Library

Let’s Roll Together covers information about cycling for transportation and how cars and bicycles can share the road together. It is part of the GetAbout Columbia program. The session will also cover misconceptions about traffic laws for both bicyclists and motorists.

Gina Overshiner, Education Coordinator with the Pednet Coalition, will provide information on the program. Bring your lunch. RSPV’s are not required.

Boyd and Anderson Publish in the Journal of the Medical Library Association

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In collaboration with colleagues at Texas A&M and Washington State, Trenton Boyd and Kate Anderson have published the 3rd edition of the Basic List of veterinary serials.

Ugaz AG, Boyd CT, Croft VF, Carrigan EE, Anderson KM. Basic list of veterinary medical serials, third edition: using a decision matrix to update the core list of veterinary journals. J Med Libr Assoc. 2010 Oct;98(4):282-92. PubMed PMID: 20936066.

Available in PubMed Central: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2947140/

Physical Processing Staff Design New Map Carrier

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Physical Processing/Preservation has, since the purchase of the Minter Welder, been slowly perfecting the process of encapsulating single-sheet items for better preservation and display purposes. Most of these large items are posters from Special Collections (often World War I and II era publications) or Government Documents (typically maps). The items for encapsulation are almost always old and fragile, many of them are quite large, and so safely transporting them from fourth floor down to Physical Processing was a unique challenge for several months. Carrying them between a pair of staff members or staff and students tended to be uneven and often threatened the items’ physical integrity, simply due to differences in height and stride. They also could not be easily laid on a book truck because their size tended to make it likely that they would slip off, strike the elevator on either side, or otherwise escape a safe position. These close calls with the library’s rare resources were simply unacceptable, though there were none that were badly damaged.

Physical Processing staff went through several rounds of attempts to improve handling these items, and finally — after a lot of creative brainstorming among staff and students — a design for a carrier that would fit these items’ needs came about. We needed whatever carrier was designed to meet several criteria, namely that it would: remain stable on a book truck (thus preventing the issues with variable heights and speeds of workers), be wide enough to support the largest items safely, hold them stable at the sides and prevent excess length from causing a problem in any direction, clear all of the elevators and doors in the route, and easily fit on the lift from third to fourth floor. With the capable assistance of Al Messner, our design was built and is now in use.

HSL Research Team Wins Poster Award

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On October 9, the HSL Research Team took first place among the research posters presented at the Midcontinental Chapter of the Medical Library Association Annual Meeting in Wichita, KS. The poster presents data from the first group of four hospitals that participated in the study.  All of the hospital librarians who participated are listed as co-authors.

The poster, “Views of the Library:  A Regional Study in Selected Missouri and Colorado Libraries,” by Deborah Ward, MA, MLS; MaryEllen Cullinan Sievert, MLS; Ph.D.; Dirk Burhans, Ph.D.; Barbara Jones, MLS; Margaret Bandy, MLS; Jerry Carlson, MLS, AHIP; Sandy Decker; Holly Henderson,  MA, has been submitted to MOspace for archiving. It has been posted on the wall in the HSL Conference Room, and you are welcome to come see it if you prefer that to viewing it online.

For background, the study was carried out in three phases.

1.     Preliminary studies conducted with the MU Departments of Child Health, Internal Medicine, and Family & Community Medicine gave us positive data and the confidence to extend the methodology beyond our institution.

2.     A similar study at the University of Colorado at Denver (as a comparator to the MU HSL), fostered the study of two hospitals in Missouri and two hospitals in Colorado for the collection of comparable data. The poster that won the award is a product of the four hospital studies.

3.     Additional studies at the hospitals of interested librarians in the six-state region served by the Midcontinental Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine are now in progress.

Findings from these studies are valuable for the advocacy efforts of Barb Jones, whose special project area for the region is library advocacy. This work is important because hospital library closure is a reality faced by health sciences librarians. The health care climate is one in which value must be presented to decision-makers in order to receive continuing funding. Our goal is to publish articles that hospital librarians in our region, and beyond, can use to highlight their value to their administrators.

MaryEllen Sievert and Dirk Burhans have an established record of supporting practicing librarians here at MU in library research, and we hope that they will be willing to shift their focus to support the broader research needs of the MU Libraries in the future.

Submitted by Deb Ward, 10/14/10

Healthy for Life Update

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Upcoming Faculty & Staff Wellness Fairs
Healthy for Life will be hosting its annual Faculty & Staff Wellness Fair this month—so mark your calendar now.

  • Health Care faculty, staff and retirees can join us Oct. 20 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at University Hospital Lobby. Flu shots will not be available at this event. However, Staff Health will be sending out a vaccination schedule soon via InSight. Be sure to get your free screenings and health education at the fair, as well as become eligible for prizes!
  • MU, UM System and Extension faculty, staff and retirees can join us Oct. 27 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Reynolds Alumni Center. UM Faculty & Staff Benefits will provide FREE flu shots to UM Choice Health Care members (9 years and older) who bring their Coventry card. For those who are not enrolled in the UM Choice Health Care program, the cost will be $25. Those between 9 and 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

The fair will have FREE screenings for ALL employees and their family members: blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index. If you are a University of Missouri faculty or staff member, dependent or retiree enrolled in the UM Choice Health Care Program, you are eligible for a FREE vaccine. Bring your Coventry Health Care card to the flu vaccine site. If you are not enrolled in the UM Choice Health Care Program, there will be a $25 fee which may be paid in cash or check for the vaccine.

Children 9 years and older enrolled in UM Choice Health Care Program, accompanied by a parent or guardian, may receive the vaccine. Due to different vaccination needs, children age 8 and younger may obtain their flu vaccine from their healthcare provider, health department or community clinic.

Along with your insurance card, bring your COMPLETED FLU SHOT FORM to the vaccination site. Find the form on the flu shot page for your campus on the Healthy for Life website.

Alternate Dates for MU, UM System and Extension faculty, staff and retirees to receive flu shots (see eligibility and requirements in the section directly above):

Ø  Oct. 25: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. RADIL, Multipurpose Room (4011 Discovery Drive)

Ø  Oct. 25: 2-4 p.m. Printing Services Building, Foyer (2800 Maguire Blvd.)

Ø  Nov. 5: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. General Services Building, Room 25

Ø  Nov. 9: 2-4 p.m. Animal Science Research center, S119-120


October Newsletter
The October 2010 Wellness Newsletter is hot off the press.  If you would like to read about other programs, success stories, and events, please subscribe by sending us an e-mail or catch the newsletter online at Healthy for Life.


Workplace Fitness Opportunities—Fall Semester
Take advantage of these classes that fit your budget. Full payment is due at the beginning of the first class and space is limited. Please contact the instructor directly to register or for questions. All classes are designed so that exercises can be performed in work clothes.

Healthy for Life Fitness Class Registration Policy:

  • Reserving your space in a class requires a payment of the entire session.
  • Payment must be paid in full due on the first class and cannot be divided.
  • If you miss a class, you cannot make it up in another class.
  • If you choose to join a session in progress, it is your responsibility to pay the full registration fee.
  • Drop-ins are not allowed.

Please respect this policy so that we may continue to enjoy physical education sessions for the bargain.

Please note that each instructor is a private contractor. They are not paid by the University of Missouri but are willing to offer faculty and staff a very discounted rate.

  • Drop In, ongoing: Lunchtime-Me Time Strength Conditioning. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Monday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Nani Fudge. If you have questions, click here to email Nani.
  • Drop In, ongoing: Lunchtime-Me Time Strength Conditioning. Ellis Library, Room 4F51. Class meets every Wednesday from 12:15-12:45 p.m. and costs $1 for each class. No registration is needed and class is taught by Nani Fudge. If you have questions, click here to email Nani.
  • Oct. 28-Nov. 3: Lower Body Launch. Ellis Library Room 4D12. Class meets Thursdays from 11:10 p.m. to 11:50 p.m. $6 for the 3 week session, a transformational 6 weeks when paired with following ‘Upper Body Unveiled’ session.  Did you know that by boosting the strength in your legs/entire lower half, you can decrease strain and pain in your entire upper body? Let’s launch our lower body strength with a fusion of various exercise styles. Gain strength and definition, an increased metabolism, and decreased back pain. Click here to sign up with Rebekka Mars.
  • Nov. 11-Nov. 3: Upper Body Unveiled. Ellis Library Room 4D12. Class meets Thursdays from 11:10 p.m. to 11:50 p.m. $6 for the 3 week session, a nice follow-up to ‘Lower Body Launch’. Unveil the strength already within you by working your upper body, emphasizing arms and shoulders.  A blend of exercises, complete with warmup and cool down.  Feel the inner power that comes with increased upper body strength.  A mat is recommended but not required.  Click here to sign up with Rebekka Mars.
  • Nov. 29-Dec. 20: Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Gym. Class meets on Mondays from 12:10 to 12:50 and costs $8 for the four-week session. Hatha Yoga class includes breath control, postures for flexibility, toning, and strengthening, as well as relaxation techniques. Class is suitable for all levels. Instructor emphasizes individual’s needs in correct posture and balance in these areas. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Nov. 27. Click here to sign up with Kate Walker.
  • Dec. 3-Dec. 10: Yoga. Missouri Psychiatric Gym. Class meets on Fridays from 12:10 to 12:50 and costs $6 for the three-week session. Hatha Yoga class includes breath control, postures for flexibility, toning, and strengthening, as well as relaxation techniques. Class is suitable for all levels. Instructor emphasizes individual’s needs in correct posture and balance in these areas. Pre-registration is required and registration deadline is Dec. 1. Click here to sign up with Kate Walker.

Start a Walking Group
Are you interested in starting a walking group in your department? Healthy for Life can help by sending you a free walking kit with information on how to get started. Get your department competing in a walking challenge or organize a walking group. Email Healthy for Life for your walking kit today!

Also, be sure to take advantage of the walking trails that are available online. For indoor trails please visit our Healthy for Life website and click on ‘Links’, then ‘Trails.’ For outdoor trails, please visit Mizzou Botanical Garden website. Get to know your campus inside and out!

12th Annual Run for Life: 5K/10K Run/Walk
The MU Student Physical Therapy Organization is sponsoring the 12th Annual Run for Life October 16 at 9 a.m. Proceeds will benefit MU Student Physical Therapy Organization for making contributions toward community service and for participation in professional conferences. For more information about registration and fees, please see the attached flyer.

Cataloging Webinars – Corrections and More Information

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One of the two series of upcoming webinars is “Using Technology in Library Training Using RDA: Moving into the Metadata Future” sponsored by ALA Tech Source.  These three webinars are 1.5 hours long.  The original New Notes posting (http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/newsnotes/?p=2579) indicated that they are one hour long.  Also, because of a scheduling conflict, the October 27 webinar will be in Ellis 4G41.

Session 1: October 27  — 1:30-3:00 – Moved to Ellis 4G41
New Models of Metadata with Karen Coyle

Session 2: November 10 — 1:30-3:00 – Ellis 4F51A
RDA: Designated for Current and Future Environments with Chris Oliver

Session 3: November 17 — 1:30-3:00 – Ellis 4F51A
RDA Vocabularies in the Semantic Web with Diane Hillmann

Preliminary reading material for this series (optional):

Karen Coyle: Understanding the semantic web:  bibliographic data and metadata, Chapters 1 and 2 (Library Technology Reports, 46 #1)

http://merlin.lib.umsystem.edu/record=b8010196~S8

Diane Hillman, Karen Coyle, Jon Phipps and Gordon Dunsire:  RDA vocabularies: process, outcome, use.

http://dlib.org/dlib/january10/hillmann/01hillmann.html

Barbara Tillett: What RDA is and isn’t (webcast)

http://www.loc.gov/bibliographic-future/rda/trainthetrainer.html (Module 1)

RDA prospectus.

http://www.rda-jsc.org/rdaprospectus.html

Tom Delsey:  Moving cataloguing into the 21st century.  (presentation with slides and notes)

http://tsig.wikispaces.com/Pre-conferences+2010

RDA scope and structure.

http://www.rda-jsc.org/docs/5rda-scoperev4.pdf