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Help the OSU Libraries Better Understand How You Find Academic Sources

The OSU Libraries is looking for faculty/instructors/research associates/assistants and students to participate in a study focused on how you find academic sources to help us make decisions about what library resources to invest in. Are you willing to give us a peek at your workflow? If so, choose and complete the research activity you prefer (or you may complete them both)

  1. Complete an online research log after working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes, and/or;
  2. Zoom record your screen while working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes.

Upon study activity completion, we will follow up with a short survey. The time investment for study participants will not exceed 60 minutes total for each activity and can be split up over several days.

It’s an all-win situation as you get some of your work done, and you help us out while doing it! As a thank you, we will give you a $30 gift certificate to one of several local food or coffee options for each study activity you participate in.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the Indication of Interest survey

If you have any questions, please contact uta.hussong-christian@oregonstate.edu

Help the OSU Libraries Better Understand How You Find Academic Sources

The OSU Libraries is looking for faculty/instructors/research associates/assistants and students to participate in a study focused on how you find academic sources to help us make decisions about what library resources to invest in. Are you willing to give us a peek at your workflow? If so, choose and complete the research activity you prefer (or you may complete them both)

  1. Complete an online research log after working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes, and/or;
  2. Zoom record your screen while working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes.

Upon study activity completion, we will follow up with a short survey. The time investment for study participants will not exceed 60 minutes total for each activity and can be split up over several days.

It’s an all-win situation as you get some of your work done, and you help us out while doing it! As a thank you, we will give you a $30 gift certificate to one of several local food or coffee options for each study activity you participate in.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the Indication of Interest survey

If you have any questions, please contact uta.hussong-christian@oregonstate.edu

Help the OSU Libraries Better Understand How You Find Academic Sources

The OSU Libraries is looking for faculty/instructors/research associates/assistants and students to participate in a study focused on how you find academic sources to help us make decisions about what library resources to invest in. Are you willing to give us a peek at your workflow? If so, choose and complete the research activity you prefer (or you may complete them both)

  1. Complete an online research log after working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes, and/or;
  2. Zoom record your screen while working on academic source searching for a project you are currently engaged with for a total of 30 minutes.

Upon study activity completion, we will follow up with a short survey. The time investment for study participants will not exceed 60 minutes total for each activity and can be split up over several days.

It’s an all-win situation as you get some of your work done, and you help us out while doing it! As a thank you, we will give you a $30 gift certificate to one of several local food or coffee options for each study activity you participate in.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the Indication of Interest survey

If you have any questions, please contact uta.hussong-christian@oregonstate.edu

Extended Study Hours: 3/9-3/18

The Java II space will be open for study after The Valley Library closes from March 9th through March 18th.  To use this space after hours, relocate to the Java II seating area on the first floor at the regular Valley Library closing hours. Bring your OSU ID and check in at the Java II entrance. Study, collaborate and unwind. Java II will not have extended service hours during this time, so bring a snack if needed. The Java II seating area will be open 24/7  March 9-18 to OSU students, faculty and staff. Thanks to ASOSU who advocated for this access.

Guin Library Responds to Patron Requests

Katie Bowler, Library Technician III, is working to provide second monitors in all study rooms at Guin Library. This is a common patron request. To be mindful of cost and in the spirit of up-cycling, Katie is making use of OSU surplus supplies and donations. This is just one of the many ways that Guin Library strives to use patron feedback to guide services and resource planning.

Helping Plan the Annual HMSC Research Summit

Guin Library worked with the guiding committee to develop two workshops. Zach Wellhouse and Laurie Bridges each presented on aspects of AI at the HMSC Research Summit in mid-October. Guin set up white boards at the research summit and in the library to provide patrons with the opportunity to weigh in on the next book or topic for the Guin Library Book Club. 

Crafternoons Continues

Valley librarians have continued to offer crafting opportunities to the OSU community. Fall term, DIY stationary, contributing to the Dear Stranger project, and collaboration with the OSU Queer Archives for a special edition of Glitter in the Archives, made these events memorable and provided opportunities to contribute to ongoing projects within and outside of OSU.

Furniture Fair in the Learning Commons

This November and early December, students were invited to sample prospective furniture for the Learning Commons. Assorted tables, chairs, and study nooks were assembled in the LC with short questionnaires, prompting students to share their feedback, ideas, and aspirations for the Learning Commons Refresh that is set to be completed in fall 2025.

Fall Game Nite

While Game Nite is a much-loved event at Valley Library. This year, Game Night coincided with the Valley Library’s 25th Birthday Bash. Beavers enjoying yard games, face painting, and snacks until 6pm on the library quad were encouraged to enter the library and join in on various board games, crafts, and even more snacks. Thanks to the hard work of Valley librarians, staff, and student employees, Beavs enjoyed Game Nite until 9:30pm.

Valley Library Celebrates 25 Years at OSU

Valley Library opened in 1999 and has been supporting our Beavs ever since. This academic year, Valley has held events to thank donors, OSU students, and the rich history of libraries and press at OSU. Visit the “Creating Your Library” exhibit to tour a visual timeline of this legacy of community support and service.

 

While the Valley Library is only 25 years old, the history of libraries and press at Oregon State University goes back to 1888 with the first library, a library room located in Community Hall! To learn more about this history, view the History of OSU Libraries and Press webpage!

 

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