December 17, 2008

Library Hours: Winter Break

The library, included in Ashland University's Closed for the Holiday schedule, will be closed Saturday, December 20th through January 4, 2009.

Wishing you and yours a blessed and safe holiday season; Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

December 16, 2008

Library Spotlight: New Books

AU library adds new books to it's collection throughout the academic year. When shelf ready, new books are featured on the book shelf located on the main floor, adjacent to the reference and circulation area. All titles have been selected by AU librarians and are subject to the library's collection development policy which includes professional reviews and recommendations by faculty members.


Here are a few recent additions to the library circulating collection:

The Instructional Resource Center Blog provides information regarding new additions to the IRC, juvenile, and education collections.

December 15, 2008

Library Hours

Don't forget! Holiday hours are in effect this week and the library is open:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The library is included in Ashland University's Closed for the Holidays and will be closed December 22, 2008, to January 4, 2009.

December 11, 2008

Spotlight: Reserves for Spring!

Spring is right around the corner! It’s time to get your reserve materials ready for the 2009 spring semester. The reserves manager and staff are currently accepting reserves and electronic reserves from AU Faculty. Reserve lists for each semester should be submitted as early as possible, well in advance of the first class meeting of the semester.

All reserves materials are processed on a first in, first out basis. Additionally, please allow at least five working days for materials to appear on your electronic reserve course page.

More information on reserves may be found on the library Reserve Policy page. Interested in E-Res?

Forms for electronic reserves are available in word and PDF:

Each item placed on reserve should have an accompanying form.

Please direct any questions concerning electronic reserves to E-Res Manager and Acting Head of Circulation, Judi Humphrey at x5400.

December 10, 2008

Extended Hours End Today


Reminder, extended hours end this evening.



Library holiday break hours begin Thursday morning, 12/11, at 8:00 am.

New Reference Books

The following titles have been added to the library reference collection. You will find them shelved in the new books display in the reference area, library main floor, or in their regular location within the reference collection.

December 8, 2008

Extended Hours end Wednesday (12/10)

Don't forget, extended hours end Wednesday, December 10th. Hours of operation this week are:
Monday- 7:45 am to 2:00 am
Tuesday - 7:45 am to 2:00 am
Wednesday - 7:45 am to 2:00 am
Thursday - 8:00 am to 5 pm
Friday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Reference assistance is not available during extended hours and these hours do not apply to the Instructional Resource Center.

AU Library wishes everyone success on final exams!

December 2, 2008

Library Open House



You are cordially invited to the annual library holiday open house to be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2008. Join us from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for refreshments and seasonal entertainment.


Scheduled Performances

Holiday Music by Ron Sprunger
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

The Madrigal Singers
3:30 pm to 4:00 pm