Library Newsletter - April 22, 2020

 

Library Newsletter: April 22, 2020

 

Features:

  • A Librarian, A Nurse, and a Photograph: Reference Librarian, Joe Middleton, had a recent surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. While recovering from surgery, he described how he transformed room 8B-35 of the BWH into the MacPhaidin Library of Stonehill College to help his nurse with a graduate research methods course.
  • Worldwide Reference Help: As Governor Baker’s stay-at-home order enters its second month, Reference librarians are working from home, helping Stonehill students do research, locate sources, and compile their bibliographies. But during this Global pandemic, librarians aren't just assisting members of the Stonehill community, they're helping students across the country and around the globe.
  • Need Help Finding Materials? Whether you’re looking for a book, article, journal, or more … librarians are available to help!  Let us know what you’re looking for and let us help. You can chat, text, and email us, or join us in Blackboard Collaborate for assistance.

 

Additional News:

  • Advice from Eaton: Eaton the Pig certainly made his impact on Stonehill students at the beginning of the school year. Now that the final exam period is upon us, Eaton shares his advice for success and a fun video to show you what he’s been doing at home.
  • 1918 Influenza Pandemic: Did you know that the world went through a similar pandemic 100 years ago? Check out these library resources to learn more about the 1918 flu pandemic, how the U.S. responded, and how the current coronavirus pandemic is different.
  • Who Dun It? Joyce Vacchi describes why she loves reading mystery novels and shares her favorite mysteries to read.
  • Finals are Coming! The final exam period is quickly approaching.  Reference librarians are here to help you at any point in the research process. Make a virtual appointment with a reference librarian.  Appointments are available during the day and evening.
  • Text Line: Even though you may be off campus, you can still text a librarian at 508-709-0223 for help with your research.  
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