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New Resource Alert: Literary Print Culture
The Dal Libraries is pleased to announce we now have a subscription to Literary Print Culture, a digital primary source database of The Stationers’ Company Archive in London that explores the history of printing, publishing and bookselling from 1554 to the 21st century.
from the website:
The archive of the Stationers’ Company is widely regarded as one of the most important sources for studying the history of the book, publishing and copyright. The Company was instrumental in the development of the printed book in early modern England, exerting enormous power over the publishing industry as it developed. This resource provides essential primary sources for students and scholars of English literature, Renaissance theatre, and print culture from the early modern period to the twentieth century.
The arrival of printing caused a social and cultural revolution in late 15th century Britain. The Stationers’ Company was granted immense power by Royal Charter to control this nascent industry, requiring all works to be licensed and entered into a ‘Book of Copies’, in order to censor seditious and heretical works. The Registers quickly became used by publishers and printers to assert their exclusive rights over their publications, developing the concept of ‘copyright’.
Intern profile: Emily Hines
What brought you to the MLIS program at Dal?
After graduating from my undergrad, I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do next. My friend was completing the MPA program at Dal and thought of me when she learned about the MLIS program. After reading about the program and the different opportunities it has to offer, I almost immediately knew that the MLIS program was for me.
What drew you to the internship at the Dal Libraries?
Throughout my first year I have been drawn to both academic libraries and archives. Having already gained some experience doing archival work at the Sexton library during my practicum, I was interested in an internship with the Dal Libraries in order to explore the other area I am interested in. I was happy to get the internship at the Sir James Dunn Law Library; while I don’t have a background in law, I was up for the challenge. Everyday I’m learning and the people I work with are happy to explain anything I might be unsure of.
What’s your educational background?
I have a BA in English from University of King’s College here in Halifax.
What have you been doing during your internship?
During my internship so far I’ve been doing a little bit of everything. I’ve been learning how to answer legal reference questions as well as working at the circulation desk. One project that I have begun to work on involves our rare book room. We are looking to make the material more accessible and searchable to patrons online, with the goal of even digitizing some material. I am very excited about this project because it will also involve using some of the archiving skills I have already learned. I’ve even helped create logic puzzles and rewired a 1940s telephone for an escape room in which law students will be able to test their legal research knowledge in September!
Welcome Alex Wojcik, the new Library & GIS Developer
We are pleased to welcome Alex Wojcik to the Dalhousie Libraries. Alex is an experienced GIS Developer, having worked in municipal and corporate environments.
Alex is a Dalhousie alumnus, with a degree in psychology. He also holds a diploma in Geographic Sciences with a specialization in GIS from the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS) in Lawrencetown. He comes to us with program development skills and is currently pursuing a computer science degree to compliment his GIS background.
In addition to working for MapDev Technology Solutions, the Department of National Defense and SEG Consulting with clients that included Nova Scotia Power and Halifax Water, Alex has volunteered his skills to plan a habitat suitability analysis for wood turtles. Wood turtles are considered a vulnerable species in Nova Scotia.
Alex is part of the Academic Technology Services (ATS) team and also works with the GIS team, both within the Dal Libraries. He will be creating programs for GIS that will perform common GIS processing tasks, as well as developing apps that will support the collection and use of geospatial data. Alex will also be working on our website, libraries.dal.ca; our data repository, DataVerse; and our digital preservation system, Archivematica.
Welcome, Alex!
Science Literacy Week Display Day
Drop by the atrium and South Learning Commons of the Killam Memorial Library to see the exciting displays about science being put on as part of Science Literacy Week. Participants include the Natural History Museum, the Canadian CubeSat Team (part of the Canadian Space Agency), the GIS Centre, and our 3D printing team.
Display day is just one day of Science Literacy Week, a national celebration of science taking place this year from September 17th – 23rd. Visit the Killam Library throughout the week to see the book display and posters. Get some free swag courtesy of the Science Literacy Week team.
It’s time to get excited about science!
Wednesday September 19, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Killam Memorial Library atrium and Learning Commons
Intern profile: Kristy Hancock
What brought you to the MLIS program at Dal?
My previous experience working at a public library in BC inspired me to pursue an MLIS. I worked at the New Westminster Public library in a variety of positions and loved the environment, the variety of tasks, engaging with the public, and working with librarians. I completed my undergraduate degree with a different career in mind, but when it came time for me to pursue said career, all I could think about was how I did not want to stop working at the library. In terms of MLIS programs, Dalhousie was appealing because of the practicum and the great reviews that I had heard. I was also keen to explore more of Canada but wanted to stay near the ocean, so I made the move from BC!
What drew you to the internship at the Dal Libraries?
Knowing the importance of professional experience for Information Managers who are early in their careers, I wanted to continue gaining experience in the field while completing the MLIS. In particular, I was keen to explore academic and special libraries. Thus, the opportunity to work in an academic health library was extremely appealing, as it relates to my academic library interests while giving me an idea about what health librarianship in a special library might be like. My position here at the Kellogg has already broadened my career interests!
What’s your educational background?
I obtained a BA in First Nations Studies and Education from Simon Fraser University in BC.
What have you been doing during your internship?
The variety of projects in this internship has been great! Thus far I have been providing reference support for students, faculty and external clients, including guiding them in their use of library resources, helping them find print and electronic information, and creating complex search strategies to support research projects. I have also been compiling books for the library’s “Blind Date with a Book” program, and creating and updating educational resources, such as research guides, handouts and video tutorials.
Fun fact about you:
My favourite spot in Halifax is Point Pleasant Park because of all the dogs there!
Intern profile: Becky Shaw
What brought you to the MLIS program at Dal?
After finishing my undergraduate degree in music history, I knew that I wanted to combine my love of music and libraries, and initially applied to masters’ programs in both areas, not knowing at the time of application which one I wanted to pursue first. In a spur of the moment decision, I chose the MLIS program at Dalhousie, mainly because I wanted to live by the ocean! I have ended up pursuing both degrees (musicology and MLIS) at Dalhousie.
What drew you to the internship at the Dal Libraries?
I had previously worked in public archival institutions in Ontario, and wanted some experience working in a University Archives. I have always been interested in working in archives, particularly with anything relating to music and manuscripts.
Your educational background
I have a Bachelor of Music, Honours Music History degree from Western University in London, Ontario, and received my MLIS degree at Dalhousie University in May 2018. I am currently pursuing an MA in Musicology at Dalhousie University. I also have Associate Diplomas in guitar and piano performance from Conservatory Canada.
What have you been doing during your internship?
Since starting my internship at the archives in September 2016, I have processed various collections for our online catalogue, Access to Memory (AtoM), from CKDU audio reels and MedIT video cassettes to the collections of musicians and musical organizations (e.g., Ellen Ballon, Upstream Music, Camerata Singers, and John Daniel Logan). I also digitized several scores from the Ballon, Upstream, and Logan collections, which are now available on AtoM. This summer, I am working on a project to add some of our first editions scores and music manuscripts to Répertoire International des Sources Musicales (RISM), an international online catalogue for music sources. I also help to provide on-site and email reference services; prepared a large collection of U-matic tapes from the Centre for Art Tapes for digitization; and have created various accession records.
GISciences Centre’s Lunchless Learn Series Fall 2018
What is a “Lunchless Learn”? It’s a hands-on tutorial, held around lunchtime, open to all on campus — without the food.
A GIS, or Geographic Information System, is “a computer system for capturing, storing, checking, integrating, manipulating, analyzing and displaying data relating to positions on earth’s surface.” In other words, it’s a way at looking at the world differently.
This is a series to help give people a taste of what GIS is and how it can be used. To try and accommodate more people we are offering the same session at different times and locations. These sessions are meant to be self contained. After the intro session, take only the topics that are important or of interest you.
Due to the high level of interest in this series, we ask you to sign up for session(s). To sign up, contact gis@dal.ca
Intro – First Encounters of the GIS Kind
Mon., Sept. 24/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Fri., Sept. 28/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Tues., Oct. 2/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Data: so you want to make a map – where and how to find data
Mon., Oct. 1/11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Tues., Oct. 9/11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Raster: how to become a raster master
Mon., Oct. 15/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Tues., Oct. 16/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Carto: maps — the good, the bad, and the ugly
Mon., Oct. 22/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Tues., Oct. 30/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room G70
ArcGIS Online – GIS that’s in the cloud(s)
Mon., Oct. 29/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Tues., Nov. 6/11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the Killam Library – Room 2902
Lecture: 1994 Called – It Wants its FOI Law Back: Things Nova Scotians Should Know About Their Right to Know
The Dalhousie Libraries is partnering with the School of Information Management on their second Information Management (IM) Public Lecture of the year.
Janet Burns-Gerrans
1994 Called – It Wants its FOI Law Back: Things Nova Scotians Should Know About Their Right to Know
by Janet Burt-Gerrans, Office of the Information & Privacy Commissioner for Nova Scotia
Tuesday, September 25/12 p.m.
Weldon Law Building, Room 104 (6061 University Ave)
Abstract: Almost 25 years have passed since Nova Scotia’s access to information law was proclaimed. Our law is badly outdated and no longer up to the task. September 28 is Right to Know Day around the world. What better time to discuss the shortcomings of our law, recommendations for improvement and things citizens need to know to ensure that they continue to have a robust and meaningful right to access government information. Join Janet Burt-Gerrans from the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for a lively discussion of big data, access martyrs, duty to document and other access problems and solutions.
Biography: Janet Burt-Gerrans, BA, JD is a legal professional with multi-sector public administration experience spanning roles in government consulting, labour relations, and public service delivery. She is a Senior Investigator with the Information and Privacy Commissioner’s Office responsible for leading
The Information Management Public Lectures give attention to exciting advances in research and professional practice. The topics are diverse reflecting the importance and global extent of Information Management in today’s society. The lectures are open to all members of the Dalhousie campus and surrounding community. Click here for the full schedule. We encourage you to attend in person, but if that is not possible you can access a recording on the SIM website following the lecture. Live streaming is not currently available.
Intern profile: Courtney Vienneau
What brought you to the MLIS program at Dal?
I fell in love with the idea of becoming a librarian after working as a C@P (Community Access Program) intern at a public library. I spent the summer teaching adults and seniors new technology skills, as well as working circulation and participating in events for the summer reading program. Upon graduating from my undergrad, I began working at the same public library and it was during this time that I seriously began to think about taking my MLIS.
Originally from Cape Breton, attending Dalhousie meant that I could live close to my friends and family back home; I attended Saint Mary’s University in Halifax and loved living in the city. Dalhousie’s MLIS program offered opportunities that interested me such as internships, mentorship program, and research opportunities.
What drew you to the internship at the Dal Libraries?
I have a background working in public libraries and I wanted a different experience during my time at Dalhousie. In the future, I hope to work at an academic library in a research or teaching capacity, therefore getting academic library experience was important to me.
I was drawn to the Sexton Library internship because of the smaller size of the library and their focus on engineering and architecture. With my arts background, I worried about working at a library that focuses on disciplines I know little about, but have found it challenging and rewarding to interact with students from different backgrounds.
Your educational background
I have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in English and a minor in Classics from Saint Mary’s University. During my undergraduate, I participated in the International Chinese Studies Program at Beijing Normal University Zhuhai in Zhuhai, China.
What have you been doing during your internship?
During the school year, I assisted with the on-going serials project. We moved serials, listed record information in a spreadsheet, updated record holdings, and weeded serials we were not keeping. This project has been ongoing and will continue into the summer as we work on the basement serials.
So far this summer, I have worked updating LibGuides to the new format, created informative displays, continued to conduct reference interviews, assisted staff, worked the circulation desk, created training materials, cleaned damaged materials, and organized holdings.
Fun and interesting facts about you:
My roommate and I are working on a children’s book about my two cats, Charles and Frankie. Emily, a NSCAD student, will illustrate and I will write the story.
Both of my parents are avid readers and supporters of our local library. I owe my love of books and the library to them.
I am Co-Chair of SIMSA for 2018-2019, an executive member of SIMConnect, and look forward to getting more involved during my second year.