The Learning Commons announcements for the week of October 5th, 2009 included the following: - An upcoming career reception for those interested in library and information science careers. RSVPs were due by October 19th. - A request to take a survey to provide input for the redesign of the libraries' website and a chance to win a USB drive. - Study abroad advising hours at The Link on various days of the week.

1. Learning Commons AnnouncementsWeek of October 5th 2009“Nobody ever graduated from a library. Nobody ever graduated without one.”

2. Are you exploring career options?come to theLibrary Career ReceptionWednesday, October 21, 2009 6:00pm - 8:00pmFloor 26, Du Bois LibraryCome hear about the work of today’s librarians, learn about graduate programs, and ask questions. Open to anyone interested in a career in library or information science.Space is limited, RSVP to libadm@library.umass.eduby Monday, October 19, 2009.

3. Help us make the web site better for youThe Libraries are gathering input for the upcoming redesign of our website. Take a brief survey on our home page, let us know what new features you’d like to see, and have a chance to win a USB drive. Go to: www.library.umass.edu and click on Help us improve our website

4. Study Abroad Advising at The LinkMondays: 11:30 a.m-1:30 p.m., 2:00-6:00 p.m.Tuesdays: 11:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 3:00-7:00 p.m.Wednesdays: 1:30-4:00 p.m., 4:30-6:00 p.m.Thursdays: 2:30-5:00 p.m.; 5:30-7:00 p.m.Brought to you by the International Programs Office, 545-2710, www.ipo.umass.edu, abroad@ipo.umass.edu

5. The Academic Advising Linkis a walk-in advising service providing declared and undeclared undergraduates with answers to quick advising questions.Experienced Peer Advisors are on hand to assist you with:Finding General Education coursesInterpreting your Degree Progress ReportNavigating Spireand much more!Stop by Sunday-Thursday from 4-8 p.m. and make your connection!

6. SPIRE will be unavailablebeginningThurs, October 8th at 5 P.M. to Wed, October 14 at 9 A.M. while OIT upgrades the system.

7. PhoneCan’t get to the Library? You can still get help from your friendly UMass librarians!InstantmessageEmailPhone

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9. IMPlease Excuse Our Appearance! The Du Bois Improvement ProjectRenovations are underway in the Du Bois Library to replace the building’s HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) system and expand the Learning Commons on the Lower Level. The project will take approximately two years and will add 5,000 square feet to the Learning Commons.

10. THIS IS BIG.POSTER PRINTING NOW AVAILABLEAT THE LEARNING COMMONS

11. THIS IS BIG.Print posters up to 42” widePremium satin-finish photo paperGreat for presentationsPrinting by appointment onlyLearn more:http://www.umass.edu/learningcommons/posters/

12. During a FIRE ALARMwhat do I do with a LIBRARY LAPTOP?IF YOU CANNOT CARRY IT:Leave the laptop where it is.Once you are safe, call (413)545-2358IF YOU CAN CARRY IT: Bring the laptop with you.Return it within 4 hours of the Library reopening.If you cannot return it within 4 hours:Contact the Reserve Office at (413) 545-2358 or appealsrmm@library.umass.eduIf you follow these instructions, late fees will be waived.YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY Leave as quickly as possible

13. The UMass Amherst wireless network is now available onevery floor in the W.E.B. Du Bois Library. To access the network: Connect to the ‘UMASS’ wireless network.Open a browser.Log in with your NetID (OIT Account user name) and password.For more information, see: www.oit.umass.edu/network/wirelessCoverage may vary depending upon location. Some areas on each floor (e.g., in the stacks) may have limited or no coverage.

15. Remember to::Save your Work!!! Save to an external source such as a USB drive or UDriveto avoid data loss if the computer is shut down!!!

16. Too many databases? Not sure where to start? Don’t be overwhelmed—use a Research Guide! A team of 18 librarians has created over 80 new subject research guides for various topics. These are designed to be convenient and relevant to students and faculty doing research, and can be embedded in SPARK. You can find them at http://www.library.umass.edu/subject or just use the link on the homepage.

18. Check the availability of OIT computerstations in the Learning Commons and the Computer Classrooms:http://classrooms-av.oit.umass.edu/view.phpBe sure to check the classroom hours and scheduled classes at the site before going to a classroom!

19. Workstations in the LCPublic Terminals 58 computers

20. Open to everyone (incl. public)

21. No login

22. Windows XP

23. Web browsers, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Student

24. Print to public printers (along brick columns between staircases)= public printers= you are here

25. Workstations in the LCOIT Terminals Around 125 computers located around edges of LC

26. Open to UMass faculty, staff, students (log in with NetID)

27. Windows XP AND Mac OSX

28. Lots and lots of software! (Office, Photoshop, Acrobat…)

29. Print to OIT printers= OIT printers= you are here

30. OIT’s Remote Printing Service is here! Install a small plug-in on your own computer

31. Send print jobs from your dorm room or the campus wireless network to Learning Commons printers

32. You have 8 hours to come pick up your print job.Want to learn more?Ask at the Learning Commons & Technical Support Desk, or

33. Visit the OIT website at http://www.oit.umass.edu/classrooms/printing/remote.htmlPrinting files from SPARK?Avoid problems! Before you print, SAVE YOUR FILE TO THE DESKTOPTHEN, open it and print.

34. Services: Reserve, Media & Microforms DepartmentReserve, Media & Microforms Department3rd floor, Du Bois LibraryGet readings that your professors have assigned for class

35. Borrow or view DVDs, audio recordings, and other media

36. Explore the retrofuturistic world of MicroformsBorrow a laptop, projector, or video camera to use in the library

37. Remember to::Save your Work!!! Save to an external source such as a USB drive or UDriveto avoid data loss if the computer is shut down!!!

38. Services: LC & Technical Support DeskLearning Commons & Technical Support DeskGet help with…Hardware & software questionsAccounts, passwords, connections Navigating the library and Learning CommonsStop by, call, or instant message usOpen every hour the Library is!!!!

39. Services: Reference & Research AssistanceReference & Research AssistanceFind the perfect sources for your papers and other research—work with a librarian!Stop by the Reference & Research Assistance Desk anytime it is open…

40. Make an appointment to work with a subject specialist librarian…

41. Or, ask a question via phone, email, or IM.http://www.library.umass.edu/ask

42. Services: Writing CenterWriting CenterStop in or make an appointment to get 30 minutes of assistance on your writing project from trained experts. All levels and disciplines are welcome!

43. Services: Academic Advising LinkAcademic Advising LinkAcademic advisors can connect you with the right academic programs and opportunities and support your journey to academic success.Advising resources

44. Campus-wide academic support

45. General Education Requirements

46. Registration rules & regulations

47. Special Learning Opportunities

48. Degree Progress Audit

49. SPIRE The Academic Advising Linkis a walk-in advising service providing declared and undeclared undergraduates with answers to quick advising questions.Experienced Peer Advisors are on hand to assist you with:Finding General Education coursesInterpreting your Degree Progress ReportNavigating Spireand much more!Stop by Sunday-Thursday from 4-8 p.m. and make your connection!

50. Services: Learning Resource CenterLearning Resource Center(10th floor of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library) Tutoring and supplemental instruction for many difficult first and second year courses.

51. Drop-in help and weekly sessions

52. Students helping students!

53. Opening Monday, September 21, 2009

54. Sunday 5 -10 P.M.

55. Monday - Thursday 1 - 10 P.M.Looking for quiet?Quiet study areas on 2nd and 3rd floors provide comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and wireless Internet access

56. Drop-in carrels on 7th and 10th floors offer individual study space; day-use lockers also located on these floors.

57. To report noise in quiet areas in the Library, call 1-2272 from a phone in any elevator lobby, or go to the Building Operations Desk on the entrance level.Sample question from OIT Copyright QuizWhat is the minimum the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) can make you pay for infringing copyright on just one song?(Choose one) a. $0.99 per song

58. b. $75.00 per song

59. c. $100.00 per song

60. d. $500.00 per song

61. e. $750.00 per songA federal jury today ordered a Boston University graduate student to pay four record labels $675,000 in damages for illegally downloading 30 songs and sharing them online. Boston.com 7/31/09

62. That is the equivalent of 115 years of in-state tuition at UMassVisit oit.umass.edu/copyright/index.html for information.

63. Sample question from OIT Copyright QuizWhat is the minimum the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) can make you pay for infringing copyright on just one song?(Choose one)Inform yourself. Protect yourself.Take the OIT Copyright Quiz:http://www.oit.umass.edu/copyright/quiz.html

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65. Did a slide go by too quickly?View these announcements on the Web!Visit the Learning Commons website:http://www.umass.edu/learningcommonsand click Weekly Announcements(under News)