What Is a Data-Driven Library?
Dec. 4, 2-3 pm
213 Ellis Library
The Evolution of Usage: Analyzing and Benchmarking Use
Dec. 11, 2-3 pm
4F51A Ellis Library
Measuring Impact: Redefining Scholarly Value Through New Data
Dec. 18, 2-3 pm
4F51A Ellis Library
December 12, 3-5 pm
Stotler Lounge
The MU Libraries Centennial Committee is holding a planning session for the 2015-2016 centennial celebration. All MU Libraries employees are welcome to participate with supervisor approval. The Centennial Committee is seeking suggestions from staff for engaging events that will highlight the various branches and services the Libraries provide while making great memories for students, faculty and alumni. Phil Shearrer will be leading us through a series of activities meant to inspire your creative thinking skills. Groups interested in working as a team are welcome, as well as individuals who seek a team to join. For questions or further information, contact Marie Concannon or Chris Montgomery.
LTS will begin replacing staff computers before the end of the month. Those with a Dell Optiplex 755 tower model will receive a Dell Optiplex 9010 with a 23" screen. They are an all-in one machine similar to the iMacs we’ve had in the past.
The Dell Optiplex 755 is the last series of staff computers running Windows XP; upon completion, all staff will be on Windows 7. The newest version of Microsoft Office, 2013, will be included on the new computers.
LTS will contact those being upgraded individually as new machines become available to work out a replacement plan.
Our winner for Overall Favorite is Karen Eubanks, with Flo, the Progressive insurance rep.
In Scariest, the runaway winner were our Plague Doctors, Adrienne Arden and Bill.
In Most Complicated, Sharon Gaughan with her Pokemon Trainer costume.
And for gutsiest, another runaway winner was Tammy Green, in her pirate togs.
Thank you to everyone who dressed up and made Hallowe'en at Ellis a lot more fun and a lot more spooky!
–Ruth
https://www.privacyrights.org/data-breach
Chronology of data breaches includes the one at Boone Hospital recently that affected about 125 people. Just scroll down to see the most recent data breaches.
Submitted by Jack Batterson
We are pleased to announce a new exhibit has been mounted in the display case on the 3rd floor of the J. Otto Lottes Health Sciences Library. It features Dr. John Sappington of Arrow Rock Missouri who was one of the many unsung heroes in the opening of the West. A pioneer physician, he was the first person in the United States to advocate the use of quinine to treat malarial fevers. However at the time, he was called a heretic by the other physicians in the U.S. The recommended mode of treatment of the day was to bleed and administer purgatives.
He sold over a million of his Sappington Anti-Fever pills (containing quinine) thereby saving countless lives of the settlers living in the Mississippi Valley region and of those travelers headed westward. The pills also played a large part in the success of the Santa Fe Trail. In 1844 he published his book The Theory and Treatment of Fevers which was the first medical text published west of the Mississippi River. Stop by the exhibit to learn more about the career of this fascinating man. More can be learned about Dr. Sappington at: http://shs.umsystem.edu/historicmissourians/name/s/sappington/
The poster titled "FIRST-YEAR MEDICAL STUDENTS’ PREFERENCES FOR ONLINE INFORMATION RESOURCES WHEN PRESENTED WITH A CLINICAL SCENARIO" that was co-authored by Caryn Scoville, Darell Schmick and Dinara Saparova was accepted to the 2013 Health Sciences Research Day.
NEW WALKING GROUP
Nov. 5-Nov.28 (Tuesday & Thursdays): Walking Group. Need a bit more encouragement and support to start exercising, now is a great opportunity. Get up and get moving on your lunch break with a 30 minute walk. Meet at MKT Trailhead at Stewart and Providence from 12:15 to 12:45. Walking group lead by Krista. No registration is needed just show up and cost is free! For questions please email Krista at GalyenK@missouri.edu
Don’t Miss Your Opportunity for Your Free Flu Shot
Protect yourself and the ones you care about from the flu by getting your FREE flu shot! Free Flu shots are once again available to UM faculty, staff, dependents and retirees enrolled in both the myChoice Health Plan and myOptions Health Plans. Flu shots are sponsored by UM myTotal Rewards, Healthy for Life and UM Faculty and Staff Benefits.
The final clinics will be held this week:
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Monday, Nov. 4th 216 Heinkel 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
Wednesday, Nov. 6th Mizzou Arena South Concourse 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
Thursday, Nov. 7th MU Printing Services (2800 Maguire Blvd) 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. |
Visit http://www.umsystem.edu/curators/wellness/flushotschedule to learn more.
Free Self Defense Class for Women
Execute techniques in a safe, controlled environment. Learn both standing and ground-based defense. Learn how to take down a larger attacker. Gain confidence! See attached flyer for more information or contact Zach Lenon (cavalobjj@gmail.com) or Kizzi Roberts (ksrkv6@mail.missouri.edu) for more information and to pre-register.
Come Participate in the New Zumba Class
New Zumba class forming. Class meets every Thursdays October 10th through December 5th from 5-6:00p.m at Quarterdeck, QD 251. No class on Thursday Nov. 28. Please register and the cost is $24 for the series or $5 drop-in fee. Class is taught by Megan Jones. For questions and to register please email Megan at jones.megan004@gmail.com
Fitness Instructors and Walking Group Leaders Needed
If you are a certified fitness instructor and are interested in teaching a class for faculty and staff members on campus or if you are interested in leading a walking group please contact Sarah Ellis elliss@umsystem.edu for more information.
OPAH Launching a New Health & Fitness Project
Project LOLA has been designed to address the unique health needs of lesbian and bisexual women 40 and over and will be active in Columbia beginning Fall 2013. The 16-week program will provide participants with opportunities to engage in a variety of health-related activities in group and community settings with other women. It is a great opportunity to try out new ways of approaching health and contribute to what we know about health in the LGBTQ community!
Eligible participants are women 40 and over who self-identify as lesbian or bisexual, who are not at their optimal health, and who are interested in getting healthier. Anyone interested in getting involved can get more information about the project at 1-855-765-5223 or opah@missouri.edu.
For more information about Out, Proud and Healthy and Project LOLA, please visit www.outproudandhealthy.org