Shriners' Rally

April 19, 2007

Here are a few images from the Shriners' Rally. Hope some from WMHIC were able to make it, I could not - was away. From all I hear it was a perfect day for it and there was a sizeable crowd, including many local politicians. Many former and current patients at the hospital spoke to the importance of keeping the Shriners' Hospital open. Now we have to have confidence that the decision makers will make the right one!

Spring Meeting March 20, 2009

W.E.B. DuBois Library

University of Massachusetts

Amherst MA 01003

Although it was in fact the first day of Spring, it certainly was a bit chillier than we might have liked. On the other hand, as it was Spring Break on the campus, no one had problems finding parking or negotiationg the elevators to get to the 13th floor, and we did have a South facing view!

Emily Alling, Coordinator , Learning Commons & Undergraduate Library Services, presented a lively and informative WEB 2.0 applications session. Many of us are aware of all the tech apps that are out there, but it sets one to wondering just how can we find the time to learn and apply these apps in our own environments. It can get a bit overwhelming at times.

Our visit was capped with a tour of the Learning Commons on the lower level of the library. If you missed the meeting, I would encourage you to stop by the campus and visit the DuBois Library Learning Commons - futuristic. Caveat - go when classes are not in session!