Faculty are encouraged to complete an online survey sent out this week by a group of researchers in the Libraries regarding information discovery processes. The survey should take 15 minutes to complete. If you have any questions about the study, you may contact Andrea Miller or by telephone at (417) 836-7695. … [Read more...] about Complete library survey about information discovery processes
Tyler Drenon from the MSU Libraries Innovation Lab, and Shannon Mawhiney, head of the Libraries’ Digitization Lab, are using 3D printers at home to make plastic parts to help protect the personnel of the Springfield Fire Department as they respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read about how two library employees are reaching out while sheltering at home … [Read more...] about Library employees use 3D printers to aid in local firefighter safety
LIS 397 - Developing a Critical Mind Against Disinformation The abundance of information available at our fingertips can be difficult to process and utilize effectively. Understanding how we think and how to frame higher levels of cognition applies to may aspects of our lives. This course teaches students how to critically assess and leverage information sources. There is … [Read more...] about Attention advisors – New second block online class for spring 2020
Dates and Times: Tuesday, October 15, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Thursday, October 17, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Location: Meyer Library, Room 101 (both sessions) The Missouri State University Libraries, in partnership with EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO), one of the leading providers of research databases, e-journals, e-books, and discovery services to libraries, has undertaken a … [Read more...] about What is FOLIO at MSU libraries?
The Duane G. Meyer Library has an exciting array of technology for students, staff, and faculty. The library now has MacBooks, additional Microsoft Windows laptops, and Chromebooks to check out. These devices check out for three days. The library also has many charging cables and video cables available. The selection of equipment available for check-out is growing. Patrons … [Read more...] about New equipment to borrow from Meyer Library
The Duane G. Meyer Library has an exciting array of technology for students, staff, and faculty. The library now has MacBooks, additional Microsoft Windows laptops, and Chromebooks to check out. These devices check out for three days. The library also has many charging cables and video cables available. The selection of equipment available for check-out is growing. Patrons … [Read more...] about New equipment to borrow from Meyer Library
Date: Friday, December 14 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Location: Meyer Library, RIS Commons First Floor Come relax (or celebrate the end of another semester) with live music (Margot and the Kidders), beer tasting, snacks and prizes. Hear about what is new and/or exciting at the library. This free event is for MSU faculty and staff, 21 years and older. Plus ones are welcome. … [Read more...] about What’s Brewing @ Your Library
Meyer Library is excited to announce plans for an interdisciplinary space. Our vision for this space includes: Virtual reality Augmented reality Robotics Data visualization 3D printing Plus other technologies in service of interdisciplinary research, active learning, workplace readiness, curricular enhancements, entrepreneurship, and regional economic … [Read more...] about Attend an Interdisciplinary Space Focus Group for Meyer Library
Date: Thursday, September 28 Time: 3:00–6:00 p.m The Duane G. Meyer Library cordially invites Missouri State University faculty to hear Dr. John F. Chuchiak IV and Missouri State alumnus Justin Duncan speak about their VR project and the work that the interdisciplinary Project Team has done to date. The presentation includes interaction with the simulation of a 17th … [Read more...] about Virtual Reality for the Digital Humanities