LibQual Survey Ends Monday!!

Please tell us what you think! Your input on this survey is one of the best ways for us to understand your expectations of library resources, space and services! Tell us what you really think so we can serve you better! Don't wait - the survey ends Nov. 16th!
Go to: libguides.calu.edu/libqual NOW for your chance to WIN
We are Giving Away:
Five $100 Scholarships
Two $25 Amazon gift cards
**You must be 18 or older to take the survey and enter the drawing. Prize eligibility: You must be a Cal U student, staff or faculty member.

Trial Resource : Education and Testing Resource Center

Thinking about your career or grad school? Want to find some FREE test prep materials for the GRE, PRAXIS and more? Trying to locate a graduate school program? Try out the library's trial of the Education and Testing Resource Center.

If you try it, let us know your opinion. reference@calu.edu

Information on Swine Flu

Swine Flu! You've heard about hand washing and other safety measures, but do you want to learn more? Whether you are looking for medical research on the H1N1 virus or just a concerned consumer, try www.ebscohost.com/flu. This EBSCOhost website provides evidence-based information.
Are you doing an in-depth research assignment? Try http://www.gale.cengage.com/flu/ available until October 9th. This resource has news, podcasts, reference material, scholarly journal articles and more to help you find the information you need.
Want to see a swine flu map? Try http://flutracker.rhizalabs.com/

Flip out over our new camcorders

Flip out over our new camcorders

Need to create a video, conduct an interview, or make a movie? Stop by the library to borrow one of our 5 new Flip MinoHD Camcorders for 24 hours—for FREE!

So easy to use:

· Use USB attachment to email, create DVDs, or publish videos online
· Stores up to 60 minutes of video at once
· Connect unit directly to a television for instant viewing
· Use tripod for hands-free use

Stop by the library between 8am and 4pm during the week to check one out, or contact Carol Otto during those hours at 724-938-5772 / otto@calu.edu to reserve or make special arrangements for pick up during evenings and weekends.

Manderino Library Gallery Schedule

July 17 - November 11: "In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Portraits"

On loan from the Smithsonian Institution, this exhibition showcases photographs from the book In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Portraits, published in October 2004. It highlights the work of some of National Geographic magazine’s most celebrated photographers.

California University is pleased to be able to bring Smithsonian Institution exhibits to our campus as a result of our relationship with the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES). For more information, visit Cal U SITES.

The Manderino Library Gallery is open these hours.

Future Exhibits:

Dec 18, 2009 - Apr 27, 2010: "Transitions: Photographs by Robert Creamer"

May 6, 2010 - Aug 24, 2010: "Beyond Baseball: The Life of Roberto Clemente"

Sept 24, 2010 - Nov 23, 2010: "The Working White House"

Feb 25, 2011 - Apr 12, 2011: "Beyond: Visions of Planetary Landscapes"

May 20, 2011 - July 19, 2011: "Singgalot (The Ties That Bind): Filipino Americans, from Colonial Subjects to Citizens"

July 29, 2011 - Sept 12, 2011: "The White House Garden"

Sept 23, 2011 - Nov 7, 2011: "Lasting Light: 125 Years of Grand Canyon Photography"

Summer Hours

Taking summer classes or just staying in the area? Stop by the library! Whether your needs include research help, computer use, study space, or just getting a cup of coffee and reading a newspaper or popular book, the library has you covered.

Check out our summer hours HERE. Just need to see a month? Click on these direct links for MAY, JUNE, JULY and AUGUST, as hours do vary.

Have a great summer!

Road Trips! Coupons, Maps and More...

Want to hit the road but not sure where to go? Stop by our Road Trips display as you first walk into the library for:

• $1 off coupons to the Pittsburgh History Center and Sports Museum
• Maps
• Brochures for attractions within a two-hour drive