SJSU SLIS | 2007 RSS News Feed
This is an RSS 2.0 formatted XML feed of SJSU SLIS News. It is intended to be viewed via an aggregator or syndicated
- Last build:
- Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:32:55 -0800
- Language:
- en-us
- Feed URL:
- http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/rss/slis-news.xml
RSS FEED IDEMS: SJSU SLIS | 2007 RSS News Feed
- SLISLife: San Jose's New Social Networking Platform
The School of Library and Information Science has opened SLISLife. This is a new social networking site where SLIS students and faculty and staff and alumni can be more of a community.
Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:32:51 -0800 - Job Search Blast Off resources now available on Blackboard
Twice a year SLIS offers the Job Search Blast Off workshops with Career Center counselor Laurie Morgan, with active discussion boards and live webcasts. During the rest of the year the Job Search Blast Off materials remain available to students and alumni, though the discussion board is closed.
Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:44:18 -0800 - Invitation to SLIS Presentation: "How to Get Published"
This workshop looks at the two major print arenas for publication in the LIS field: scholarly and professional books and journals. The difference between "scholarly" and "professional" media is described, and the various approaches to both venues are discussed. Guidance is given for contacting editors prior to submission and preparing initial e-mails and query letters for optimum response. Both financial consideration (fees for articles and royalties for books) and intellectual property consideration (copyright ownership, right of first publication, etc.) are described.
Tue, 26 Feb 2008 15:31:52 -0800 - SLIS in Second Life - Free land grant program
Starting this Spring, the school is setting aside a large portion of the "island" for use by students for personal projects. They will own plots of land totaling 512m and not be required to pay regular land prices.
Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:41:22 -0800 - March 2008 Colloquia Series
The School of Library and Information Science at San Jose State University is pleased to invite you to attend our continuing Colloquium Series featuring SLIS faculty and invited guests, as they address the challenges and promises of our rapidly changing profession. Presentations are free, wheelchair-accessible and open to the public.
Sat, 16 Feb 2008 22:34:55 -0800 - Spring 2008 New Student Interviews
Dr. Anthony Bernier and SLIS student Paige Fujisue interviewed new students at the Spring 2008 Orientations in San José and Fullerton.
RealPlayer is required for viewing.
See also
Colloquia RSS Feed:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/media/podcast/sjsuslisColloquia.xml
SLIS iTunes Portal:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=264386155
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:39:39 -0800 - LISSTEN Call for Articles
The newsletter of LISSTEN, the SLIS student organization, is seeking articles for the spring issue, which will focus on careers. If you have recently been hired or have been in the position of recruiting and hiring library professionals, please share your insights into the process.
Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:35:45 -0800 - SAASC: Internet Archive Tour
The SAASC is pleased to announce a tour of the one and only Internet Archive. We will have an opportunity to view the facility, including their book scanning equipment and data center. Do not miss out on this opportunity to view an archive unlike any other in the world.
Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:49:47 -0800 - SLIS Colloquia Webcast: Doug McDavid: Virtual Libraries - Real People
Doug McDavid is the Executive Consultant with IBM’s Global Business Services and Almaden Research Lab. This presentation describes the business and learning to be done in virtual worlds, based on McDavid’s compelling interpersonal interactions including a serious approach to Second Life and its applications for global working collaborations. The presentation includes concepts such as the "presentation of self in everyday life," the surprising degree of the social nature of the experience with colleagues and peers, as well as meeting people outside the IBM community such as in the library, education and arts communities.
RealPlayer is required for viewing.
See also
Colloquia RSS Feed:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/media/podcast/sjsuslisColloquia.xml
SLIS iTunes Portal:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=264386155
Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:25:29 -0800 - SLIS Convocation/Graduation Information
The SLIS Convocation will be held in San Jose on May 17th, at Parkside Hall. It will start at 1:00 pm. A reception will follow the ceremonies.
The SLIS Convocation for Fullerton will be held on May 18th. The location details will be posted next week. It will start at 1:00 pm. A reception will follow the ceremonies.
There is a $25 processing fee for all graduates. Your first guest ticket is free. Each additional ticket is $20 or $25 at the door. Children under 12 are $10 may be purchased in advance from the website, or at the SLIS Office. Children under 18 months may also attend, free of charge.
More information and the ticket form will be posted on the SLIS website by the end of February.
Wed, 06 Feb 2008 13:48:33 -0800 - Support LISSTEN
Posted for LISSTEN, your student organization.
Contact person: clairebluesky@mac.com
---------- Forwarded message ----------
Calling all SLIS fans!
Get off to a fashionable start! Show your school pride and keep your keys, badge, or flash drive on your SJSU SLIS lanyard. This is the last week our lanyards will be offered at our special, introductory price. So take advantage of this great bargain and get your lanyard before the clock runs out! Orders must be postmarked by February 2, 2008 to receive the sale price. Take a look at our attached flyer. Print out and mail your order form today!
See:
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/rss/2008/ListservPromotionLISSTENMerchandise.pdf
http://slisweb.sjsu.edu/rss/2008/PresaleLISSTENOrderForm.pdf
Thanks for your support!
Brenda Ramirez
LISSTEN Treasurer
SJSU SLIS
Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:13:25 -0800 - ALASC Socials in February
Join ALASC for our first socials in Elluminate!
View the invitation
http://youtube.com/watch?v=f78Jc9LAHIE
Click here to RSVP
http://slisapps.sjsu.edu/phpq/phpq8/fillsurvey.php?sid=31
Save this email. On the day of the social you've selected to attend, click on the appropriate link and enter the password "alasc".
Feb. 5, 7-8pm socialFeb. 10, 10-11am socialFeb. 13, 2-3pm social
Meeting Name: ALASC Social
Meeting Password: alasc
For all ALASC events, check the ALASC website under "Activities." We look forward to seeing you there!
Your student chapter of ALA
email: alasc@slis.sjsu.edu
website: http://slisgroups.sjsu.edu/alasc/
Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:15:15 -0800 - Read ALASC's January issue of the SLIS Descriptor
SLIS's student chapter of ALA has just released its January issue of the SLIS Descriptor.
http://slisgroups.sjsu.edu/alasc/newsletter.html
The contents in this quick read include:
1. Get a Second Life: Second-Guessing Libraries in Second Life by Karen Cooper
2. Copyright and the Perils of Interlibrary Loan by Michele Martin
3. Redefining Reference in Academic Libraries by Yvonne Brett
4. Announcement: Attend a February ALASC social in Elluminate
Consider sharing your ideas by writing for the SLIS Descriptor. View submission guidelines here and send ideas, questions, comments, and compliments to alasc.descriptor@yahoo.com. Read the latest issue of the SLIS Descriptor at the ALASC website here.
Paige Fujisue
Editor, SLIS Descriptor
American Library Association, Student Chapter
alasc.descriptor@yahoo.com
http://slisgroups.sjsu.edu/alasc/newsletter.html
Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:02:30 -0800 - Webcast: Job Search Blast Off
To conclude the SJSU Career Center Job Search Blast Off, Laurie Morgan, SJSU Career Center Consultant, presented a live webcast today for SLIS students and alumni.
Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:42:44 -0800 - LISSTEN's Spring Fund Raiser is Here!
Welcome and welcome back to all new and returning SLIS members! I hope everyone had a refreshing break. As we all get ready to head back to class, virtually or otherwise, I'd like to announce that LISSTEN is kicking off it's Spring Semester Fundraiser!
We are introducing our newest item, the SLIS Lanyard! See our Presale Special and Order Form (attached). This is available exclusively through LISSTEN! Start your semester off in style! Get your travel mugs too! They're so hot they're blue- cobalt blue!
Tue, 22 Jan 2008 19:31:35 -0800
