February 2022 – Mary and Jeff Bell Library Blog

Beyond Distraction: Finding Focus in a Digital Landscape

Post author:Tara Carlisle
Post published:February 22, 2022
Post category:Library Randomness Things to Do

Most of what we do relies on digital technology, whether it’s to work, stay in touch with family and friends, or order takeout. And while we agree these technologies are very useful and fun, they also have a never-ending appetite for our attention to keep us engaged. For example, when we're trying to focus on the task at hand - researching a topic, studying for a test, completing a grant application – inevitably, an email, text, news flash pops up…

Why Are You Here?

Post author:Abel Cantu
Post published:February 15, 2022
Post category:Hello, from the Staff

I have posed this question to our student workers for years, it is not a difficult question, it is not a trick question, and I still receive glazed looks of confusion. Possibly, this question is too easy. Or maybe they feel that it should be common knowledge why people attend college, and everyone should know the answer to that question. That could explain why I have seen the “duh” expression from some of our student workers over the years. For…

How to: Heart Shaped Pillow

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:February 8, 2022
Post category:Hello, from the Staff Things to Do We Made This

Valentine’s Day is here! Many may disagree but Valentine is my favorite holiday with the hearts, crazy cards, and colors are so fun! No matter who you are spending it with or if it's a day full of self-care we at the I-Create lab want you to have an amazing Valentine's Day! I will be showing how to create a heart-shaped pillow perfect for every day and a very cute Valentine's gift! The best part is you can create this…