See below for scheduled library closings and happy holidays from all of us! Check our normal operating hours here.
** Central Library will be closed on December 17th for staff training.**
| Nov 27 – 30 | Thanksgiving | Closed |
| Dec 15 – 19 | Winter Break | 7:30a – 5:00p** |
| Dec 20 – Jan 4 | Winter Break | Closed |
| Jan 5 – 9 | Winter Break | 7:30 – 5:00** |
| ** Central Library ONLY (Campus Libraries Closed) |
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We have some good news and some bad news. First, the good news, beginning January 5, 2009 CPCC Libraries will provide access to new library databases for student, faculty, and staff use. Now, the bad news, access to some of our current databases will be discontinued at that time. See the list below for details.
We hope that you find the new resources useful. If you have any questions about these changes contact Jennifer Arnold — jennifer.arnold@cpcc.edu.
(Available in January through Find-an-Article)
We’ve been busy throughout the month of October adding new materials to our collections for the entire CPCC community to enjoy. Among them is a book titled Running with the Rhinos : Courageous Leadership for a Complex World.
Sounds interesting, eh?
Check out the rest of the titles on our new materials list for October 2008.
Our you can browse our new materials from past months.
Does the mere sight or sound of words like Ramadan, jihad, or Muslim cause you anxiety? If so, you could be suffering from “Islamophobia.”
In our efforts to develop tolerance and respect for each other’s culture, religion and heritage, we invite you to join us for a special presentation and discussion on dispelling age-old myths, misconceptions and stereotypes about Islam and Muslims. Following an introduction on the importance of religious understanding by Dr. Chris Brawley, CPCC students Abrar Alkusaimi and Shaista Balqees will discuss common stereotypes and share personal experiences associated with being Muslim in the U.S.
This presentation and discussion will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. -12:15 p.m. in PD 304. (Above the CPCC Bookstore, 3rd floor)
A coordinating exhibit featuring Islamic clothing, cultural artifacts, information and books about Islam will be on display in the Central Campus library until the end of the semester.
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to attend. This program is being sponsored in collaboration with the CPCC Libraries. For more information or to schedule your classes, please contact Retha Hall at 704.330.6113.
Get informed! Early voting starts today at locataions across Mecklenburg County. If you haven’t yet made up your mind on who you are voting for, here are some non-partisan resources to help you make an informed decision about which candidate you want representing you both locally and nationally.
Campaign Issues 2008
“For each issue identified, we have listed both the words and actions of twelve leading presidential candidates, as succinctly as possible.” (From Americans for Honorable Government)
VoteByIssue.org
Take a quiz and see which candidate most closely aligns with with your views.
2008 Presidential General Election Voters’ Guide
A concise guide presenting each candidate’s position on major issues in their own words. (From the League of Women Voters)
FactCheck.org
Monitors the factual accuracy of statements made by major politicians. “A nonpartisan, nonprofit consumer advocate for voters that aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics.” (From the Annenberg Public Policy Center)
Election 2008 Coverage
Brought to you by the NC Center for Voter Education and UNC-TV, this site has information on each candidate running for office in the state of NC, video interviews, a “Voting Smart” guide, and more…
Judge for Yourself
Another site brought to by the NC Center for Voter Education. Includes a series of in-depth audio interviews with state candidates.
Charlotte Observer — Voter Guide
The Charlotte Observer does endorse certain candidates over others, but don’t let their opinion tell you how to vote. Use the extensive information provided here to make your own decision!
Are you working on an assignment that asks you to argue for one side of a social issue? Do you need reliable and trustworthy resources to back up your argument? We have just what you need! CPCC Libraries offers access to two databases which contain magazine, journal, and newspaper articles focusing exclusively on controversial social issues.
These resources can be found in the Find-an-Article section of our website. They can be accessed from on-campus or off-campus with the use of you CPCC SNAP ID.
Want to get a head start on your research assignments this semester? The Library will be offering the following drop-in classes. Each class provides specific examples and a chance to apply the skills addressed. Seats are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Questions? Contact Amy Burns at x6106 or email amy.burns@cpcc.edu.
Intro to Library Research
Central Library Rm. 205 — Monday September 22nd, 11:30 – 12:30
Did you know that as a CPCC student you have access to over 20,000 eBooks, thousands of magazines and academic journals, as well as almost every article printed in the New York Times from 1851 to present day? Learn how to access them and empower yourself!
MLA Style Citations & Avoiding Plagiarism
Central Library Rm. 404 — Wednesday September 24, 11:30 – 12:30
What is the fine line between borrowing an idea and stealing it?
This class will address that question and introduce attendees to using MLA style citations in academic papers. Examples of plagiarism and proper citation formats will be provided.
APA Style Citations & Avoiding Plagiarism
Central Library Rm. 404 — Thursday September 25, 11:30 – 12:30
What is the fine line between borrowing an idea and stealing it?
This class will address that question and introduce attendees to using APA style citations in academic papers. Examples of plagiarism and proper citation formats will be provided.
If you take an English class at CPCC chances are you will be asked to find literary criticism on a specific work. Whether you need it for an assignment our are just interested in what someone with a doctorate in literature thinks of your favorite novel, we’ve got just the resource for you! It’s called Literature Resource Center and is accessible through the Find an Article section of the Library website. Literature Resource Center contains articles, literary criticism, and biographies on over 90,000 authors, including playwrights and poets. This resource is available to you free as a CPCC student and can be accessed from on-campus or off-campus with your SNAP ID.
Need some assistance? A short video tutorial on using Literature Resource Center can be found in the Quick Tutorials section of our website or feel free to contact us.
In cooperation with the Business and Accounting Division at CPCC and Heifer International, CPCC Libraries are proud to present two events focusing on the topic of social entrepreneurship. At each event information regarding CPCC’s Institute for Entrepreneurship and service-learning opportunities will be available. Attendees will also have a chance to win a door prize and light refreshments will be provided by the Family Resource Center.
What is social entrepreneurship? It is a way to create meaningful solutions to social problems using entrepreneurial principles. Social entrepreneurs start ventures with the goal of creating social change. They work in a variety of environments including non-profit, government, and private sectors. Attend the free events below to find out more!
September 10, 11:30am – 12:30pm, Central Campus, PD 304
Film viewing/discussion – “Rough Cut – Ecuador: Flower Power“ and “Uganda: A Little Goes a Long Way”
September 17, 6:00pm, Central Campus, PD 304
Public lecture/forum – “Passing on the Gift: Social Entrepreneurship” with guest speakers Alex and Ann Smythers of Heifer International.
**Programs made possible with grant funding from FRONTLINE/World and the American Library Association Public Programs Office.
New Books: Leisure Reading Collection
June 2008
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Title |
Author |
Campus |
| The broken window: a Lincoln Rhyme novel | Deaver, Jeffery | Cato |
| Death and honor | Griffin, W.E.B. | Central |
| Eighth shepherd | Thoene, Bodie | Central |
| The enchantress of Florence: a novel | Rushdie, Salman | Cato |
| Fearless | Palmer, Diana | North |
| Fearless fourteen | Evanovich, Janet | Cato |
| Married lovers | Collins, Jackie | Central |
| Moon Shell Beach: a novel | Thayer, Nancy | Harris |
| Nothing to lose: a Jack Reacher novel | Child, Lee | Harper |
| One in a million | Roby, Kimberla Lawson | Harris |
| Plague ship: a novel of the Oregon files | Cussler, Clive | North |
| Resolution | Parker, Robert B. | Levine |
| Rogue | Steel, Danielle | Levine |
| Sail: a novel | Patterson, James | Central |
| The sand castle | Brown: Rita Mae | Levine |
| This charming man | Keyes, Marian | Harris |