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The article features the Assignment Research Calculator (ARC) designed by members of the California State University in Fresno, California. Unlike the original ARC created by the University of Minnesota, the new ARC is designed to effectively meet the needs of students and staff when using the library. It informs them of the library's role in information literacy. It specifically assists students in writing term papers, developing speeches or working on other assignments requiring research. Considering the new ARC's capabilities, the university believes that students will be better equipped with higher quality education.

Highlights the 7th International Conference of the European University Information Systems on education and technology in Berlin, Germany. Attendees of the conference; Topics discussed by keynote speakers; Presentation of papers related to the conference theme.

The article reports that the Iowa State University (ISU) Library has launched a new Learning Connections Center (LCC). The Center focuses on integrated research and technology on onsite reference services and high-end multimedia support in a space which was earlier occupied by a traditional reference desk and collection system. Through the services and multimedia equipment, students can work individually and collaboratively on papers and multimedia projects within the library. The Roy Carver Charitable Trust funded the Center with a grant of $260,000. Donations from parents of freshmen students also helped contribute to the funds. A new Help and Information Desk provides library and technology assistance.