100 years and still Tiger strong Sep 12, 2009
Other honorees included Olivia (Thompkins) Scott who earned a degree in library science from FAMU and was not much older than her students when she began her five years at RJE. She went on to, and retired from, a long career in the Bradford school system. Inez (Butler) Diggs' salary was less than $200 when she began teaching at RJE in 1953, but that didn't keep her from using a portion of her income from buying supplies for her students. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Dems hold full caucus for town office positions Sep 9, 2009
He was a librarian at Hudson High School for 34 years, and received his Bachelor of Arts from Saint Anselm College, a Master of the Arts from Duquesne University, and a Master of Library Science from the SUNY Albany. He was selected as Volunteer of the Year from Columbia County, is vice president of the Greenport Senior Citizens, former president of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Hudson, and past president of the Hudson Teacher s Association. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
The Real Mother of Invention Aug 29, 2009
For instance, Google is heralded for borrowing concepts from library science to improve Web searches. Gutenberg's printing press borrowed from the gear used by winemakers and olive-oil producers. (BusinessWeek)
University of Illinois students react to school's admissions scandal Aug 24, 2009
I feel there hasn't been enough heat put on the president and the chancellor,'' said Julien Ball, 33, a graduate student in library science from Chicago. Ball is part of ``No to Clout Admissions,'' a student group that handed out fliers on campus Sunday and hopes to organize a larger movement to pressure the administration more aggressively for the scandal. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
George P. Kalangis, at 74; was Greek Orthodox priest, educator Aug 23, 2009
A year later, he began working on a master s in library science at the University of Rhode Island. That September, he was hired as the Marlborough High School librarian. (Boston Globe)
Dolores Jean Pritchard Aug 13, 2009
During this time, Dolores obtained another master s degree in library science from the University of Oregon in 1967, and worked for 20 years as the head reference librarian at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. After she retired in 1987, Dolores moved to Sisters, where she lived until her death on Aug. 8, 2009. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Turner Cassity, 80, award-winning poet and Emory librarian Aug 12, 2009
He earned three degrees a bachelor s from Millsaps College; a master s in English from Stanford University; and a master s in library science from Columbia University. From 1957 to 1958, he was an assistant librarian at the Jackson Municipal Library. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Deby Nunes is loving her first summer at Langworthy Aug 12, 2009
She had completed her undergraduate work at Rhode Island College, followed by her master s in library science from University of Rhode Island. She believed she was well prepared for the responsibilities of the position. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Geothermal unit to benefit LeRoy students, taxpayers Aug 10, 2009
By Sue Bratcher ljournal@verizon. LeROY - Students at LeRoy Elementary School will return to a safer, more comfortable environment when school starts later this month. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mom of 4 servicemen Aug 9, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal. ARIMO -- Trudy Fullmer doesn't consider herself a hero. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
UB Library program names new leader Aug 6, 2009
A new chair of the s Library and Information Studies department has been named, just weeks after the department s Master of Library Science program was designated for the second time in three years as conditionally accredited by the s Committee on Accreditation. Dagobert Soergel, most recently from the , will take over as chair starting this fall. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Spring graduates at the University of Illinois Aug 2, 2009
Abbreviations of degrees: AB, Bachelor of Arts; ADV, Advanced Certificate; AM, Master of Arts; AMUSD, Doctor of Musical Arts; BFA, Bachelor of Fine Arts; BLA, Bachelor of Landscape Architecture; BMUS, Bachelor of Music; BS, Bachelor of Science; BSAS, Bachelor of Science of Architectural Studies; BSW, Bachelor of Social Work; BUP, Bachelor of Urban Planning; CAS, Certificate of Advanced Study; CTET, Certificate in Teaching of Engineering Technology; DBA, Doctor of Business Administration; DLS,... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Jeanne Tillman Aug 2, 2009
She was a graduate of Lake Wales High School, received her B.A. degree from Florida College for Women and received her Master s degree in Library Science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She was a former Law Librarian at Wake Forest University and the University of Virginia and head librarian at Webber International University in Babson Park. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Marcia Ellen Courtney Bellassai Jul 25, 2009
She earned a master of library science degree from the University of Maryland, and did a number of library and literacy studies (some still available online), before finally retiring with her husband to Sierra Vista. Marcia loved history, ancient cultures, genealogy, languages, and gardening, and her passion for reading especially mysteries and novels of the Regency period was unmatched. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Carol Jo Hemingway Jul 19, 2009
Holding a degree in Library Science, she worked on a bookmobile in Jefferson City, the Detroit Public Library Children's Department and Lake Michigan Catholic High School. After retirement, she was employed by a local uniform shop where she enjoyed spending time with customers and staff. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
New director seeks to expand interest and attract younger user to Hudson Area Library (4) Jul 17, 2009
Fleming, 31, grew up in The Bronx and attended the State University New York at Albany where he received his bachelors degree in sociology and criminal justice, and a masters in library science. Fleming has worked in libraries for 13 years. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Children’s librarian Michelle Creston with Lindsay Trimbell, 5, reading a Dora the Explorer book at the Joyner-Green Valley Library. Photo by Jaime Richardson | Green Valley News Jul 16, 2009
With the help of the Friends of the Green Valley Library, who provided her with a scholarship to attend the University of Arizona, Mathewson got her Master s of Library Science degree. She calls it the best decision she ever made, and said she feels doubly-blessed to be able to serve the community that supported my education. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Continue reading Jul 16, 2009
Last Update: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 12:52 PM PDT. Subscriber/ Reader Services. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
Erin R. Miller and Matt Milanese Jul 16, 2009
She is a graduate student in Library Science at Indiana-Purdue - Indianapolis (IUPUI), with plans to graduate in 2010 and is employed by IUPUI as a reference librarian and teaching assistant. Her fianc is the son of Lawrence and Ethel Milanese of Goshen, Indiana. (Kalona News, IA)
BOE appoints interim school superintendent Jul 7, 2009
He has a doctorate in education from the University of Connecticut as well as a master's degree in library science, a bachelor's in business administration. "I'm more than confident that Bill's going to do a good job," said Board of Education member Stephen Woods. (Newington Town Crier, CT)
* The universal library that will never close Jul 5, 2009
The lessons from her previous work are carrying through to the project in obvious ways X a redesign is being mooted to make the site more palatable to those who dont have a degree in library science. But she is also hoping to introduce some sense of serendipity or exploration to the records. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
PEGGY J. DUNLAP - 74 - ALVA, OK Jul 1, 2009
On May 11, 1982 she received her Bachelors Degree in Library Science. Miss Hastings was married to David Arlo Kenyon Sr. on May 12, 1953 at the Christian Church in Wakita. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Levin is ready to hit the books (3) Jun 30, 2009
It was her love of research that drew Levin, who worked as the Cleveland Jewish News special sections editor in the early 1990s, to a career in library science ... As a mother of three young daughters, Levin returned to school and had to juggle being a part-time student at Kent State University working toward her master s degree in library science, holding a paid position as head of children s programming at the University Heights library, and spending quality time with her kids. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Salutatorian chosen for WHS Jun 27, 2009
" She was a reader for the 2007 Nutmeg Book Award Committee, one of only two students on a committee read and evaluated over 100 children's novels and selected ten nominees for the final list that was then voted on by Connecticut elementary grade students She has also been co-leader for the Pizza and Pages book group at Wethersfield Public Library for elementary grade readers. Preysner is also involved in First Church of Christ, where she has participated in the worship team, as created a run... (Wethersfield Post, CT)
School librarians to learn 'social media' Jun 26, 2009
The consortium, which has its administrative offices at , includes library science programs at University of Wisconsin campuses in Whitewater, Madison, Eau Claire, Superior and Oshkosh. The grant will continue and expand a program that started about 12 years ago to help teachers from rural communities learn the latest technologies and qualify for licenses as librarians. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Internships are available at Watertowns Armenian Library and Museum of America Jun 24, 2009
Qualified applicants are enthusiastic undergraduate and graduate students with either a background in art history, anthropology, museum or library science, communications, public relations, Web design and/or are interested in Armenian history and culture. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, be highly organized, have a proactive attitude and be able to work in a deadline driven environment. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Vandegrift High solves one hill of a problem in the south Jun 19, 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009. by Kathy Goeke, Hill Country News. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Gene Charles Heileman Jun 5, 2009
In 1968, Gene moved his family to Southwest Michigan, where he received a masters in library science at WMU (with a 4. 0) and began a career as a Research Librarian at Whirlpool Corp. He retired in 1996. (The Herald-Palladium)
Mohler Runs Reference At Bartow Public Library Jun 3, 2009
She graduated from the master s program in library science at USF on May 2. Article Rating. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
James Daly; made QuickDoc program for medical libraries Jun 2, 2009
He could see the absurd in the weighty and the weighty in the absurd," Clancy said.In an about-face, Mr. Daly went from writing literature aimed at wistful youths to writing computer code for programs used at medical libraries. He earned a master's at Simmons College in library science and took a job at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in the mid-1980s as an information specialist at its library.While there, in the late 1980s, Mr. Daly conceived, wrote, implemented, and maintained QuickDoc,... (Boston Globe)
Obituary: Cynthia Dromgoole May 23, 2009
She received a master s degree in library science from Simmons College in 1986. She was a special needs teacher at Massachusetts Association for the Blind, RZR Inc., and Handiwork Services during the 1970s and 1980s. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Fox Creek ready for new school May 23, 2009
NORTH AUGUSTA --- Down an unlined road on the southern end of Edgefield County, the red-roofed new facility for Fox Creek High School is finally starting to take shape. To any other school district, it's just a school upgrade. (The Augusta Chronicle)
New librarian makes new library window on the world May 22, 2009
She is in the process of moving here from Waco where she was head of the circulation department in a large library for a number of years before getting her degree in library science. She knew the Celina job was for her. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Poets share their craft at library May 21, 2009
She is a University of Rhode Island grad student who is studying library science in hopes of one day being a librarian. Some people know what they want out of poetry and others stumble upon it by accident. (Westerly Sun, RI)
CLOYD H. McCLUNG May 21, 2009
He also earned a Master of Library Science from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Fla. On July 3, 1943, Mac married the former Doris Wilson of Laurel, Miss. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Cynthia Dromgoole, at 55; activist, Brookline children's librarian May 21, 2009
After marrying William Dromgoole in May 1984 - they were 11 days shy of their 25th anniversary when she died - she graduated from Simmons College in 1986 with a master's degree in library science. They lived in Boston and the suburbs, and she counted among her addresses the North End, the South End, South Boston, Jamaica Plain, and Charlestown, where the Dromgooles lived on a boat at a marina for more than a year. (Boston Globe)
Obituaries for Saturday, May 16, 2009 May 16, 2009
She earned her master s in library science from the University of Illinois, Urbana. Mary was the former assistant director of serials at St. Louis University Library and ended her 28-year library career as director for acquisitions at the Library of Congress in Washington, DC. She was active in national and international library organizations, for which she did extensive world traveling, serving on boards and being instrumental in policy decisions. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Who makes the grade? May 14, 2009
Quotable quote: "It is not right to deny that crime exists. People who complain about crime are not mad. Crime affects everybody across the racial divide, Mthethwa said soon after his initial appointment. Verdict: Mthethwa has only been in this crucial position since Thabo Mbeki was recalled but has not particularly impressed during this short time Denied! Education: i) Minister of Higher Education and Training: Dr Blade Nzimande Qualifications: Doctor of Philosophy Positions held within... (iAfrica.com)
Exceptional citizen died on Saturday May 13, 2009
She was a graduate of Appomattox County High School and received a B. A. in library science from the College of William where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. The college recognized her with an award for Public Service in Virginia in 1993. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Albany public library has new director May 13, 2009
"Im very excited, and I'm looking forward to meeting the community because that's what libraries are about," said Nersinger, who grew up in Yokohama, Japan, attended Nazareth College outside of Rochester and received her master's degree in library science from the State University of New York at Geneseo. She was named Librarian of the Year by the New Jersey Library Association in April 2008. (Albany Times Union)
Helen Cole Netter May 13, 2009
She was a graduate of the Pine Plains High School, Skidmore College with a BA in English at the State University of New York at Albany with an MS in Library Science. She taught English at the Pine Plains Central School and later was the librarian at the Pine Plains Free Library. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Duke, NCSU, UNC snag grant May 9, 2009
In the Triangle, dollars will go to UNC s Metadata Research Center in the School of Information and Library Science, to NCSU s Digital Library Program and to the National Evolutionary Synthesis Center at Duke. Other recipients include the Long Term Ecological Research Network Office at the and 's TreeBASE database. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
CONNIE BRISCOE PROFILE May 7, 2009
And young readers are devouring "street fiction," says Vanessa Irvin Morris, an assistant professor of library science at Drexel University. Briscoe knows the market has changed. (USA Today -- Life)
Davidson student is 1 in a thousand Apr 30, 2009
Students who pursue graduate studies in computer science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science might have their studies funded through the master's and doctoral levels. More than 20,000 students had applied. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Conemaugh Township school agrees to forest management plan (410) Apr 28, 2009
Daily American Online - Conemaugh Township school agrees to forest management plan. The forest regeneration program is expected to not only regenerate 10 acres of woodland behind the high school, but also educate interested students in the process. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Obituary: Marjorie Harding Harvey Apr 20, 2009
Mrs. Harvey graduated from Syracuse University in 1933 with a master s degree in library science. She worked as school librarian in Brownsville, N.Y., Marcellus, N.Y., and at Syracuse University before marrying and relocating to Hinsdale in 1946. (Needham Tab, MA)
MARTHA WILHELMINA CLAUSEN, residing at Prestige Assisted Living, Green Valley, Apr 19, 2009
Later, when a scholarship was awarded from Delta Kappa Gama Society, she studied Library Science and earned a certificate for a position as Teacher Librarian in a Chicago inner city school. After serving six years, her doctor suggested a change of climate was necessary, therefore she and her mother moved in 1976 to Glendale, Calif. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Five high school teachers lose jobs Most-seasoned district educators among those laid off due to cuts Apr 16, 2009
She earned a master's in library science and became a librarian in 1986. She retired in 2007 and worked for one year on a contract with ESI, returning this year as a district employee. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
LBCC president retiring in December Apr 16, 2009
D. in higher education administration from Claremont Graduate University, a master s degree in Library Science from Immaculate Heart College and master s and bachelor s degrees in English from the University of Redlands. Like today s students, Cavin said she often was so physically and mentally exhausted that she wondered if she would ever succeed. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Google deal topic of lecture Apr 14, 2009
CHAPEL HILL -- A legal settlement between authors and book publishers and Google regarding the company's indexing and book scanning project will be the focus of the fourth annual OCLC/Frederick G. Kilgour Lecture in Information and Library Science today. . (Herald Sun)
University names Lugo 'Outstanding Woman of Color' Apr 12, 2009
Lugo has a bachelor s degree in library science and history as well as a master s degree in library science from UW-Oshkosh. She also has a master s degree in library science from Indiana University-Bloomington. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Ina Leland Broe, 97 Apr 8, 2009
She earned a bachelor's degree at Mayville State University and master degrees at the University of Illinois in library science and the University of Minnesota in administration and psychology ... She was honored in several Who s Who in Library Science, a nationwide publication of librarians, which is published every 10 years, making her first appearance in the 1940 edition. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Benton Harbor Library Director Fred Kirby says being a librarian is in his blood. He grew up a half-block away from a library and his mom was a librarian. John Madill / H-P staff Apr 8, 2009
He moved to Michigan in 1980, packing along a master's degree in library science from Kent State University. He worked two years as director of the Albion Public Library before moving to Benton Harbor. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Northwestern-Woodward honors Margaret Manuel Larason Apr 7, 2009
In 1969, she obtained her library certificate and master s degree in library science. She retired from teaching in 1974. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Former 'Sesame Street' actress Linda Bove to visit Framingham's Learning Center for the Deaf Apr 7, 2009
While studying library science at Gallaudet University, she auditioned in 1966 for "The Three Penny Opera" and surprised herself by earning the lead role as Polly Peachum. "It wasn't an easy role. I was overwhelmed," she said, smiling at the recollection. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Sallie Hancox Made the Library Her Second Home Apr 1, 2009
She then attended the University of Missouri-Columbia, where she received a degree in library science. After she graduated, she received her master's at Rutgers University, New Jersey. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Cumberland Countys review of code status could have major impact on library system Mar 26, 2009
AW wrote on Mar 25, 2009 2:59 PM:" Internet access at libraries is just another way to justify a huge waste of taxpayer money and filling yet another "need" that can be more easily provided by the private sector.Go to any country overseas and a town like Carlisle would have two or three internet cafes where you can go in and plop down $1/hr. to get high-bandwidth access to the network on a high performance machine, in a clean and safe environment, with other amenities such as refreshments, a... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
How to Find Out if Rocks Absorb Wat... Mar 24, 2009
How to Find Out if Rocks Absorb Water: Inquiring into the Porosity and Permeability of Rocks. How to Find Out if Rocks Absorb Water. (Suite101.com)
Woodruff works to bring dairy farmers into fold of corn growers Mar 20, 2009
His wife Julie, who has a master s degree in library science, works full-time for the 10-county Indianhead Federated Library System, headquartered in Eau Claire. The Woodruffs have two children. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Community Profile:Town Librarian, Maura P. Ritz Mar 19, 2009
Thirteen full-time professional librarians with a Master's Degree in Library Science are among the 31 full-time employees ... Thinking the librarian's job was interesting, she got her Master's Degree in Library Science at Drexel and when the bank's librarian left, she took over. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Melrose People: Mary Grein Rasner Mar 13, 2009
We worked with a student at Simmons College, who is working towards her library science degree, to design the Web site. The previous site, which I d actually designed, wasn t easy to update in the brief time we have to do updates. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Wellesley Free Library staff changes in Reference Department Mar 13, 2009
Wick recently received his master s of library science degree from Simmons College in Boston. His bachelor of arts degree in literature is from Indiana University. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Medford exhibit's rare photos reveal hard truths about Civil War Mar 8, 2009
"The rule in library science is that if something is not cataloged, it's going to be forgotten, and that's exactly what happened," said Kiely. He estimated that the society needed around $15,000 to archive the photos properly. (Boston Globe)
Librarian took logical career path Mar 5, 2009
"So, I went to graduate school for library science. It was a natural fit.". Ms. Feinberg has worked with the East Central Georgia Regional Library system since March 2005 and became the library's young adult librarian in the summer of 2006. (The Augusta Chronicle)
UNC gets $1M grant from NSF Mar 4, 2009
The National Science Foundation awarded the grant to the Data Intensive Cyber Environments group in UNC s School of Information and Library Science ... The DICE group is world-renowned for its expertise in large-scale data management and persistent archives for digital preservation, Jos;-Marie Griffiths, dean of the UNC information and library science school, said in a written statement. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
