Service for You – Page 7 – Mary and Jeff Bell Library Blog

Need a place to study? We have got you covered!

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:July 5, 2019
Post category:Service for You

Many people love the ability to think in a quiet, isolated environment. I personally fall into this category. I have no trouble interacting in a group, but when it comes to learning and absorbing information, I like being alone. We here at the Mary and Jeff Bell library are happy to provide an environment for you to learn and study as best fits your style. The Circulation department offers 15 study rooms which are available for first come, first served…

Podcasting for Everyone…At Your Library!

Post author:Lisa Louis
Post published:June 25, 2019
Post category:Library Hacks Service for You We Made This

Have you ever listened to a podcast and thought: "Hey, I could do that!" Well, I'm taking a class on podcasting this summer, and I can tell you that yes, you probably can do that, but there is a lot to know about the equipment, audio editing, software, storytelling, and interview preparation. To create a podcast episode you will need a recording setup and audio software to edit the recording. And guess what? The library's got you covered in the…

Does the library have my textbook? A student’s guide to Course Reserves

Post author:Bell Library
Post published:June 7, 2019
Post category:Behind the Scenes Service for You

What are Course Reserves? Reserves are books held at the Circulation Desk under course numbers and/or professors' names. Usually the books are on 3-hour reserve and must remain in the library. This allows more students access to the book. Books are put on reserve by the request of the professor. Tip: If you would like one of your course books to be on reserve at the library, talk to your professor. They might they have an extra copy available that they…

The TAMU-CC Repository

Post author:Alexa Hight
Post published:June 4, 2019
Post category:Service for You

What is an Institutional Repository? An institutional repository is a type of digital repository focused on collecting, managing, and disseminating important digital content produced by the members of an institution like a university. What types of digital content can be found in the TAMU-CC Repository? Currently, the majority of contents located in the Repository consist of theses and dissertations by TAMU – CC graduates. Other items consist of Special Collections items including videos, photographs, and maps. Additionally, faculty and researchers…

Service Excellence in Your Campus Library

Post author:Jennifer Anderson
Post published:May 31, 2019
Post category:Behind the Scenes Service for You

Recently the faculty and staff at the Bell Library have embarked upon a service excellence initiative. We hear about service excellence more and more often lately – we’ve even mentioned it a few times in our blog. What does “service excellence” mean? Perhaps more importantly, what will it mean for you? A simple Google search will give us some starting points…service excellence is an organization’s ability to meet and manage customer expectations. Lots of words are repeated in the results:…

Does the Library Have Any Stephen King Books?

Post author:Trisha Hernandez
Post published:May 21, 2019
Post category:Books & More Service for You

Take a moment to stroll pass the Popular Reading Collection. As you scan the spines of the numerous books, which are currently shelved by author’s last name, you get to the “K” authors. That’s when you see it, ”King…King…King…King.” Of the over 600 titles in this collection, 27 are by Stephen King. While this is a mere 4% in the grand scheme of things, King dominates all other authors regarding number of titles available. Ever wonder why? Gather round, it’s…

Mediasite, what is it and who can use it?

Post author:Abel Cantu
Post published:May 17, 2019
Post category:Library Hacks Service for You Tech in the Library

As part of a joint venture between the Library and the University Technology Council (UTC) to bring a video streaming service to the campus community, Mediasite was selected for a one-year pilot program in the fall of 2017. After a successful test phase Mediasite has been in full production since the fall of 2018. So, what is Mediasite and who can use it? Well in the library we use it for our video course reserve materials. Pretty much gone are…

An In-depth Look at How Bell Library Acquires New Databases

Post author:Rachel Bennett
Post published:May 14, 2019
Post category:Behind the Scenes Service for You

Have you ever been browsing our online databases and wondered how we here at Bell Library decide which ones to purchase and make available to you? Well wonder no more because I am about to lay it all out for you! The first step in the e-resource lifecycle begins when we become aware of a new database. This can happen several different ways. Sometimes there is a resource that a professor has been wanting or has used at a prior…

Paws on the Island — A Finals Tradition

Post author:Jennifer Anderson
Post published:April 30, 2019
Post category:Service for You Things to Do

As the semester winds down (or up – depending on your course load!) we all start to feel a little stress. Students are getting ready for exams, gathering sources for final papers, and polishing presentations! Faculty members are getting rubrics ready and getting ready for final grades. It can be a time of high energy. We do our best when we’re getting enough sleep, eating right, and taking care of ourselves. Paws on the Island is an amazing opportunity to…

Ways to Relax in the Library

Post author:Robert Rios
Post published:April 5, 2019
Post category:Library Hacks Service for You Things to Do

We here at the Mary and Jeff Bell Library understand that life can be stressful. This is why we offer a variety of ways to help take the edge off of your tense day. We currently offer 38 games of different varieties that you and your friends can use inside the library. These games range from time honored board games like Monopoly and Candyland to games like trivia based on the TV show the Walking Dead. Below you will find…