And don't miss our amazing Book Tree!
Sp[ring Classes begin January 10th.
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Happy Holidays!
Winter Break is upon us & the College (including the Library) will be CLOSED from noon on December 21 - January 2nd, reopening on the 3rd.
And don't miss our amazing Book Tree!
Sp[ring Classes begin January 10th.
And don't miss our amazing Book Tree!
Sp[ring Classes begin January 10th.
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
Final Exam Jam!
It's the week of Final Exams and once again the Library comes to the rescue with more stress reduction activities
And of course more SNACKS (thanks to the Office of Student Life!)
Finals conclude on Friday 15 December.
Intersession (no classes) runs from 18 - 21 December. The Library will be open 8.30am - 5.00pm the 18th - 20th and 8.30am - noon on the 21st. The College closes at noon on the 21st for the Winter Break.
College reopens January 3rd, again for intersession hours (8.30am - 5.00pm). Spring Term classes begin on January 10th. Register Today!
And of course more SNACKS (thanks to the Office of Student Life!)
Finals conclude on Friday 15 December.
Intersession (no classes) runs from 18 - 21 December. The Library will be open 8.30am - 5.00pm the 18th - 20th and 8.30am - noon on the 21st. The College closes at noon on the 21st for the Winter Break.
College reopens January 3rd, again for intersession hours (8.30am - 5.00pm). Spring Term classes begin on January 10th. Register Today!
Friday, December 08, 2017
Final Exams
Are almost upon us, and Extended hours in the Library were a great success.
Hundreds of students used the Library during the late opening hours, taking advantage of research assistance, study space, to work on final projects, and of course SNACKS:
Library staff make extended hours possible by voluntarily re-arranging their schedules to keep the Library open longer.
One student left this memento:
Hundreds of students used the Library during the late opening hours, taking advantage of research assistance, study space, to work on final projects, and of course SNACKS:
(thanks to the Office of Student Life for providing the snacks)
Library staff make extended hours possible by voluntarily re-arranging their schedules to keep the Library open longer.
One student left this memento:
Wednesday, December 06, 2017
Extended Hours
Stressed out about exams? Come to the Alexandria Campus Library December 4 - 7 and study late with us.
The Library will be open until 10pm Monday through Thursday to allow extra time for studying. Study break snacks will be served (with thanks to Student Life Office!).
Also, de-stress for success activities will be on offer including stickers!
(this image is composed of 3,996 stickers and took less than a day to complete!).
The Library will be open until 10pm Monday through Thursday to allow extra time for studying. Study break snacks will be served (with thanks to Student Life Office!).
Also, de-stress for success activities will be on offer including stickers!
(this image is composed of 3,996 stickers and took less than a day to complete!).
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Chinese Heritage Festival
The Alexandria Campus Library was pleased to welcome the campus Chinese Intercultural Club for a Chinese Heritage Festival on November 29th.
The Festival included a lecture on Traditional Chinese Values by Professor Karl Zhang of George Mason University, traditional music performed by Lili Zhang, selections from the Library collection on China and refreshments!
Professor Dali Tan (AL) and Professor Zhang (GMU)
Lili Zhang
The Festival included a lecture on Traditional Chinese Values by Professor Karl Zhang of George Mason University, traditional music performed by Lili Zhang, selections from the Library collection on China and refreshments!
Professor Dali Tan (AL) and Professor Zhang (GMU)
Lili Zhang
Thanks to the Office of Student Life for providing refreshments & support!
Friday, November 03, 2017
Guy Fawkes Day
Remember Remember the Fifth of November!
Guy Fawkes Day, or Bonfire Night, is almost upon us.
Commemorating the failed 'Gunpowder Plot' to blow up the English Parliament in 1605, Guy Fawkes Day combines celebrations, pyrotechnics, fireworks, history, folk memory, and even Doctor Who!
Guy Fawkes Day, or Bonfire Night, is almost upon us.
Commemorating the failed 'Gunpowder Plot' to blow up the English Parliament in 1605, Guy Fawkes Day combines celebrations, pyrotechnics, fireworks, history, folk memory, and even Doctor Who!
Faith and treason : the story of the Gunpowder Plot. DA392 .F76 1996
Guy Fawkes: or, a complete history of the Gunpowder Treason, A.D. 1605 : with a developement of the principles of the conspirators, and some notices of the Revolution of 1688. ONLINE
Friday, October 27, 2017
Spooky!
Halloween is right around the corner and some resident ghouls and goblins have moved into the campus Library:
Beware the Library Ghost.
For some reason Halloween always brings out cobwebs. The spooks and sprites must not have dusters.
Read a spooky booky:
Ghostland. An American History of Haunted Places. BF1472.U6 D53 2016
Halloween Encyclopedia. GT4965 .M673 2011
Spellbound: Inside West Africa's Witch Camps. BF1584.A358 P35 2010
Beware the Library Ghost.
For some reason Halloween always brings out cobwebs. The spooks and sprites must not have dusters.
Read a spooky booky:
Ghostland. An American History of Haunted Places. BF1472.U6 D53 2016
Halloween Encyclopedia. GT4965 .M673 2011
Spellbound: Inside West Africa's Witch Camps. BF1584.A358 P35 2010
BOO
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Happy Diwali!
"Diwali, the festival of lights, sees millions attend firework displays, prayers and celebratory events across the world every autumn.
Celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains for a variety of reasons, the main theme is the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.
Here we take a look at one of the most significant festivals in Indian culture."
Hinduism. BL1202 K475 2008
Essential Hinduism. BL1202 .R55 2006
Friday, September 29, 2017
Book Art
We gave our student assistants Exacto knives & glue and let them loose on some old books. Here is some of the art they created:
(above: a "burning" book. Most appropriate for Banned Books Week)
(above: a "burning" book. Most appropriate for Banned Books Week)
All these and more are on display in the Library.
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Constitution and Citizenship Week
Constitution Day (September 17th) will be observed at NOVA during the week of September 18 - 22.
September 17th is also designated as Citizenship Day:
In 1952 Congress repealed this joint resolution and passed a new law moving the date to September 17 to commemorate “the formation and signing, on September 17, 1787, of the Constitution of the United States.” The day was still designated as “Citizenship Day” and retained its original purpose of recognizing all those who had attained American citizenship. This law urged civil and educational authorities of states, counties, cities and towns to make plans for the proper observance of the day and “for the complete instruction of citizens in their responsibilities and opportunities as citizens of the United States and of the State and locality in which they reside.”
Alexandria Campus will observe both commemorations with a series of talks given by faculty, as well as appropriate resources to read or watch available in the Library:
September 17th is also designated as Citizenship Day:
In 1952 Congress repealed this joint resolution and passed a new law moving the date to September 17 to commemorate “the formation and signing, on September 17, 1787, of the Constitution of the United States.” The day was still designated as “Citizenship Day” and retained its original purpose of recognizing all those who had attained American citizenship. This law urged civil and educational authorities of states, counties, cities and towns to make plans for the proper observance of the day and “for the complete instruction of citizens in their responsibilities and opportunities as citizens of the United States and of the State and locality in which they reside.”
Alexandria Campus will observe both commemorations with a series of talks given by faculty, as well as appropriate resources to read or watch available in the Library:
America's constitution : a biography. KF4541 .A87 2005
The genius of America : how the Constitution saved our country--and why it can again. KF4541 .L334x 2007 |
The Amendments to the Constitution Bill of Rights and beyond. DVD KF4557 .A44x 2008 |
Friday, September 15, 2017
Student Success Conference a SUCCESS
The 2017 Student Success Conference wrapped up with the Grand Prize Drawing on Thursday 14 September in the Library. Amidst popcorn and sodas Interim Dean Matt Todd drew tickets for a chance to win two Chromebooks.
Both lucky winners were present! Congratulations!
This year's conference included sessions on: Blackboard, Healthcare, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Course Scheduling, Leadership, Volunteer opportunities, Google, video-making, campus resources such as Library, Tutoring, TILT, Student Services, Open Computer Lab and more!
Many thanks to the Office of Student Life which funded the conference.
There were over 500 student participants.
(Courtney Boland, Tutoring Coordinator and one of the conference planners)
Both lucky winners were present! Congratulations!
(students enjoying the final Library Open House, popcorn fest and prize drawing)
This year's conference included sessions on: Blackboard, Healthcare, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Course Scheduling, Leadership, Volunteer opportunities, Google, video-making, campus resources such as Library, Tutoring, TILT, Student Services, Open Computer Lab and more!
Many thanks to the Office of Student Life which funded the conference.
There were over 500 student participants.
(Courtney Boland, Tutoring Coordinator and one of the conference planners)
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Student Success Conference 9/11-9/14
The Alexandria Campus Student Success Conference is in full swing!
Find out about campus resources, study skills, student opportunities, networking and MORE in this four day conference to help NOVA students START STRONG.
Partnering with Student Services, TILT, Library, Open Computer Lab, Testing Services, Campus Police, Arlington Public Library, Provost's Office, Academic Success Center and MORE the conference gives a broad overview of resources on campus available to promote student success and learning; also introduction to skills and behaviors like mindfulness, time-management and study skills; and finally many opportunities for students to engage in college life at NOVA.
The Conference lasts from 10am and concludes with POPCORN and prizes at 3.30 in the Library.
And of course, what is success without SNACKS:
Find out about campus resources, study skills, student opportunities, networking and MORE in this four day conference to help NOVA students START STRONG.
Partnering with Student Services, TILT, Library, Open Computer Lab, Testing Services, Campus Police, Arlington Public Library, Provost's Office, Academic Success Center and MORE the conference gives a broad overview of resources on campus available to promote student success and learning; also introduction to skills and behaviors like mindfulness, time-management and study skills; and finally many opportunities for students to engage in college life at NOVA.
The Conference lasts from 10am and concludes with POPCORN and prizes at 3.30 in the Library.
And of course, what is success without SNACKS:
(we have lots of snacks!)
Monday, August 21, 2017
Eclipse
Although it was the first day of classes, campus came to a communal stand-still around 2.30pm as we all donned special 3-D like glasses, craned necks and gazed into the sky:
Eclipse. QB541 .B74 1991
(viewing party in the Library)
Eclipse-viewing glasses were available for checkout in the Library. Demand was high.
(Alexandria Provost Dr Haggray and Director of Student Engagement Ms Diaz view the eclipse)
Eclipse. QB541 .B74 1991
Eclipse-viewing glasses were available for checkout in the Library. Demand was high.
(Alexandria Provost Dr Haggray and Director of Student Engagement Ms Diaz view the eclipse)
Friday, August 18, 2017
Welcome to Fall Semester!!
Fall Classes begin August 21st and the Library is ready to welcome you.
Visit the Alexandria campus Library for
Research assistance (locate, evaluate and use scholarly resources appropriate to college-level work)
Citation Help (who is this MLA and who made them in charge?)
Course Texts and Materials (use textbooks FOR FREE)
Calculators (Got Math? We've got graphing calculators for use for free)
Study Space (study in a group, study quietly, study silently hint: silent study is on the upper level)
Internet, BlackBoard, Print (hint: if you need a computer or printing assistance, visit the Open Computer Lab in room 332)
Fall Semester Library Hours:
Visit the Alexandria campus Library for
Research assistance (locate, evaluate and use scholarly resources appropriate to college-level work)
Citation Help (who is this MLA and who made them in charge?)
Course Texts and Materials (use textbooks FOR FREE)
Calculators (Got Math? We've got graphing calculators for use for free)
Study Space (study in a group, study quietly, study silently hint: silent study is on the upper level)
Internet, BlackBoard, Print (hint: if you need a computer or printing assistance, visit the Open Computer Lab in room 332)
Fall Semester Library Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 9.00pm
Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm
Saturday-Sunday: closed
Monday, July 31, 2017
Miracle of Dunkirk
Unless you've been trapped on a sandy beach somewhere you will be aware that the epic film Dunkirk was released last week.
Telling the amazing story of the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force by a flotilla of small civilian vessels, the film's narrative follows three major threads covering different periods of time: one beginning on land and covering one week, one on the sea and covering one day, and one in the air covering one hour.
Read up on the history of the Evacuation of Dunkirk:
Dunkirk : fight to the last man D756.5.D8 S43 2006
Dunkirk : retreat to victory. D756.5.D8 T48 2011
The miracle of Dunkirk D756.5.D8 L67 1984
Telling the amazing story of the evacuation of the British Expeditionary Force by a flotilla of small civilian vessels, the film's narrative follows three major threads covering different periods of time: one beginning on land and covering one week, one on the sea and covering one day, and one in the air covering one hour.
Dunkirk : fight to the last man D756.5.D8 S43 2006
Dunkirk : retreat to victory. D756.5.D8 T48 2011
The miracle of Dunkirk D756.5.D8 L67 1984
Friday, June 23, 2017
Picnic!
It's summer -- good weather for a picnic:
Levy, Walter. The Picnic: A History GT2955 L48 2014
Unless you have allergies, but we can help with that, too:
Sears, Robert. The Allergy Book. RJ386 S43x 2015
Unless you have allergies, but we can help with that, too:
Sears, Robert. The Allergy Book. RJ386 S43x 2015
Thursday, June 08, 2017
Politics. And more politics.
Lots going on the political world today, on both sides of the Atlantic. Read all about it at YOUR Library.
Former FBI Director James Comey is on Capitol Hill to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
FBI. HV8138 .U53
The bureau : the secret history of the FBI. HV8144.F43 K466 2002
The politics book. JA71 .P64185 2013
And in the UK, voters go to the polls for the General Election:
Scandal : the sexual politics of the British constitution DA480 .C567 2004
Empire : the rise and demise of the British world order and the lessons for global power DA16 .F47 2003
Former FBI Director James Comey is on Capitol Hill to testify before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
FBI. HV8138 .U53
The bureau : the secret history of the FBI. HV8144.F43 K466 2002
The politics book. JA71 .P64185 2013
And in the UK, voters go to the polls for the General Election:
Scandal : the sexual politics of the British constitution DA480 .C567 2004
Empire : the rise and demise of the British world order and the lessons for global power DA16 .F47 2003
Friday, May 26, 2017
May the 40th Be With You
May 25th was the 40th Anniversary of the release of Star Wars.
To celebrate over the long weekend, check out one of these books or videos:
To celebrate over the long weekend, check out one of these books or videos:
Star wars : where science meets imagination PN1995.9.S695 S87 2005
Star wars : the visual dictionary PN1995.9.S695 R49 1998
Star wars and history PN1995.9.S695 S74 2012
Star wars, Original Trilogy AV PN1997 .S65954x 2005
Myth, media, and culture in Star Wars : an anthology PN1995.9.S695 M97 2012
Sex, politics, and religion in Star wars : an anthology PN1995.9.S695 S49 2012
The making of Star Wars : the definitive story behind the original film : based on the lost interviews from the official Lucasfilm archives PN1997.S65943 R56 2007
Monday, May 01, 2017
May Day, mayday, M'aidez
May 1st is May Day, the day the ancient Celts celebrated as the start of summer. It is also International Workers Day, but is not related to the distress call 'mayday' which derives from the French "m'aidez!' (help me!).
Read more about May Day traditions online in this e-book
Read more about May Day traditions online in this e-book
The Ritual of May Day in Western Europe
Past, Present and Future
Saturday, April 22, 2017
EXTENDED HOURS
Just in time for finals and the last week of classes, the Alexandria Campus Library will once again offer extended opportunities for study and research:
The Library will be open an extra hour in the evenings of May 24 - 27, closing at 10pm.
Don't miss study break snacks in the evenings, pancake parties in the mornings, and de-stress activities such as origami, puzzles and coloring all day long!
(Thanks to the Office of Student Live and the Destress4Success club for partnering to sponsor these activities).
The Library will be open an extra hour in the evenings of May 24 - 27, closing at 10pm.
Don't miss study break snacks in the evenings, pancake parties in the mornings, and de-stress activities such as origami, puzzles and coloring all day long!
(Thanks to the Office of Student Live and the Destress4Success club for partnering to sponsor these activities).
Friday, April 07, 2017
STEM Day comes to the Library
On Saturday 1 April the Alexandria Campus celebrated NOVA STEM Day. The campus welcomed over 300 neighbors and community partners to a day full of activities and events.
In the Library, visitors explored the mathematics of paper folding (and the promise of the science of folding, for more see The Origami Revolution, and also of course the ecology of butterflies), producing hundreds of paper butterflies currently taking flight:
STEM attendees also had an opportunity to learn about the role of aquatic grasses in nurturing the health of the Chesapeake Bay, and enjoyed hands-on algae abatement activities.
Visit YOUR Library today to watch our grass grow, or see our butterflies fly!
In the Library, visitors explored the mathematics of paper folding (and the promise of the science of folding, for more see The Origami Revolution, and also of course the ecology of butterflies), producing hundreds of paper butterflies currently taking flight:
STEM attendees also had an opportunity to learn about the role of aquatic grasses in nurturing the health of the Chesapeake Bay, and enjoyed hands-on algae abatement activities.
Visit YOUR Library today to watch our grass grow, or see our butterflies fly!
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