New Interfaces Changes for 3 databases

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Three new / changed databases interfaces / platforms for your information:

1. The Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals has switched from the RLG interface to the FirstSearch interface. The link in the ERM for Avery now points to the new interface; see for yourself at http://rdl.lib.uconn.edu/databases/859

2. Social Work Abstracts has gone from Ovid / SilverPlatter to EBSCO. The link in the ERM for Social Work Abstracts now points to EBSCO; see the new interface http://rdl.lib.uconn.edu/databases/933

3. The AP Photo Archive is working on a new interface. You can see a trial of it here:

URL: http://apimages.ap.org

 

Employers on Campus Recruitment: P.F. Chang’s

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The Career Center Presents: Employers on Campus Recruitment Program

P.F. Chang’s (new restaurant coming to the Stamford Mall) on campus  recruitment Tuesday, October 16, 2007 10:00am -4:30pm. Instant Interviews!

Come visit their recruitment table next to the UConn Co-Op/Bookstore.

The Source Writing Workshops in the Library

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THE SOURCE now offers biweekly WRITING WORKSHOPS on common writing issues in the Library’s Thomson eClassroom.

FALL LINE-UP:
10/3: Brainstorming & Thesis Statements
10/17: Organization and the Craft of Revision
10/31: Grammar and Sentence Mechanics
11/14: Using and Quoting Sources: MLA
11/28: Using and Quoting Sources: APA

WORKSHOPS WILL BE HELD TWICE PER DAY: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm AND 5:00 to 6:00 pm

***Sign Up Sheets will be at the library’s Circulation Desk but drop-in are welcome***

For more info, contact: Melissa Mullins melissa.mullins”at”uconn.edu

Open House ~10/27 Saturday

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The UConn Stamford will host an Open House for prospective students on Saturday October 27th from 10:30 am to noon. Students, faculty and staff interested in volunteering to participate in this recruitment event would be most welcome.
Please call Kerrie Mills at 203 251 8541 or email e at Kerrie.mills ‘at’ uconn.edu.

Copy machine coin operator not working

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UPDATE: coin machine now functioning normally.

The public photocopy machine is working however it can only be accessed by using your One Card (UConn Husky ID) today. The coin/cash option is currently disabled. We have placed a service call to have the problem fixed soon.

Don’t forget that you can add money to your One Card at the UConn Stamford Co-op/Bookstore.

We apologize for the inconvienence.

UBS Open House

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THE CAREER CENTER AT UCONN-STAMFORD PRESENTS

UBS Open House

Thursday, October 11, 2007 4-6 P.M.

A2, GE Global Learning Classroom

2nd Floor

Refreshments and Informal Reception to follow in the Career Center (Rm 2.19)

Join us to learn about opportunities at UBS!

Business Attire Only

Bring Critiqued Resumes*

*The resume is a critical component of today’s competitive hiring process. Don’t be at a disadvantage because you haven’t had your resume professionally critiqued by the Career Center. Call today to schedule a session!

Halina Hollyway

Program Specialist II

Career Center

Room 2.19

203-251-9549

Halina.Hollyway@uconn.edu

Fall Career Fair – Stamford

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You Are Cordially Invited To The Fall Career Fair At UCONN-Stamford.

Thursday, November 1, 2007 4-6 P.M.

UCONN-Stamford, Rich Concourse

More than 50 employers will be attending!

Business Attire

Bring Resumes

Bring A Friend

For more information please contact:

HALINA K. HOLLYWAY

PGRGRAM SPECIALIST II

CAREER CENTER

UCONN-STAMFORD

ONE UNIVERSITY PLACE

STAMFORD, CT 06901-2315

halina.hollyway@uconn.edu

Sophomore Career Symposium – Career Center

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Wednesday, October 3, 2007

12:30-1:30 in A2 (GE Global Learning Classroom across from the Career Center on the 2nr Floor)

  •  Are you seeking career direction?
  • Have you ever wondered why someone chose a certain career?
  • Are you curious about the career path he or she traveled?

Join Us!

  • Guest panelists will share their career stories with you.

RSVP to: Halina. Hollyway@uconn.edu