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2. Drawing On Reality.

Author

Brzozowski, Bonnie

Subjects
*GRAPHIC nonfiction, *MEMOIRS, *NARRATIVES, *COLLECTION development in libraries, *COLLECTION management (Libraries), *LIBRARY users, *LIBRARY public services
Abstract

The article examines what the author identifies as the popularity of graphic nonfiction works, particularly concerning the use of the literary genre of memoir in graphic nonfiction. The article also discusses graphic nonfiction collection building and maintenance for librarians and offers several graphic nonfiction suggestions including "Ethel & Ernst: A True Story," by Raymond Briggs, "The Complete Persepolis," by Marjane Satrapi, and "Stiches," by David Small.

Published
2012

3. The Value of Service Learning Projects in Preparing LIS Students for Public Services Careers in Public Libraries.

Author

Brzozowski, Bonnie, Homenda, Nicholas, and Roy, Loriene

Subjects
*LIBRARY education, *LIBRARY science, *SERVICE learning, *INFORMATION science, *PUBLIC libraries, *LIBRARY public services
Abstract

Public libraries are uniquely positioned as ideal places for library and information science students to provide service learning experiences due to the nature of public library services and their diverse clientele. As the education and library and information science literature indicate, experiential education of all kinds, including service learning and fieldwork, can be a beneficial component of any educational experience. A case for service learning will be made through a review of experiential education literature and a case study of a service learning experience at a public library in Austin, Texas. Suggestions for best practices in designing service learning projects are provided. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Published
2012
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4. "Are You Searching for A New Job?".

Author

Roy, Loriene, Brzozowski, Bonnie, Arnold-Garza, Sara, and Beauchemin, Kristi

Subjects
*LIBRARIES & the unemployed, *JOB hunting websites, *PUBLIC library digital resources, *LIBRARY resources, *WEBSITES, *COMPUTER network resources, TEXAS. State Library & Archive Commission
Abstract

The article examines job-seeking services provided by Texas public libraries to job seekers in the state. It looks into the active public library websites that are linked through the Texas State Library and Archives Commission's (TSLAC) directory information. It discusses the four categories of library services offered to job seekers across the state which includes access to library resources, customized employment websites, collaborative library websites, and customized job-seeking classes.

Published
2011

5. Sip & Spell: An Adult Spelling Bee.

Author

Brzozowski, Bonnie

Subjects
*SPELLING competitions, *FRIENDS of the library, *FUNDRAISING, NATIONAL Spelling Bee
Abstract

The article talks about the partnership between Corvallis–Benton County Public Library and Friends of the Library for offering a spelling bee "Sip & Spel" for adults 18 years and older. Topics include joining of Oregon State University (OSU) member and the local newspaper editor to the planning committee; fundraising done for the competition; and rules examined by Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Published
2017

6. NaNoWriMo at Your Library.

Author

Brown, Lindy and Brzozowski, Bonnie

Subjects
*CREATIVE writing, *WRITING competitions, *PUBLIC libraries, CORVALLIS-Benton County Public Library (Or.)
Abstract

The article discusses the 2013 edition of the annual creative-writing contest at the Corvallis-Benton Country Public Library in Oregon that is part of the National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) activities. Entrants had the entire month of November to write a novel 50,000 words in length. Municipal official Elizabeth Halvorsen led a series of meetings on Saturdays aimed at providing writers with a comfortable and supportive environment.

Published
2014

7. Computer Classes for Job Seekers: LIS Students Team with Public Librarians to Extend Public Services.

Author

Roy, Loriene, Bolfing, Trina, and Brzozowski, Bonnie

Subjects
*JOB hunting, *PUBLIC librarians, *LIBRARY public services, *SERVICE learning, *LIBRARY reference services, *PUBLIC libraries, *COVER letters, *JOB resumes, *SOCIAL networks, *VOLUNTEERS
Abstract

Graduate library and information students provided a series of computer classes for job seekers at a main public library. Classes covered job searching on the Internet, cover letter writing, resume writing, interviewing skills, and social networking. Patron attendees reported a high satisfaction with the courses, students reported gaining confidence and valuable experience, and the public library staff valued the option of extending services through a ready pool of volunteers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2010
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