Featured This Issue - April 2024
Celebrate all things Library and Literary!
It’s the season to celebrate libraries, stories, poems, books, writers and more. Are you a poet? An author? Do you dream of one day seeing your work on the shelf in the library? Check out our Guides on Writing and Publishing, Poetry, and Creative Nonfiction or watch a recording of one of our popular author talks below for inspiration:
The laptops and iPads that we lend out to students are getting an internal makeover! Pima IT is working on reimaging the computers. This means that some of the old restrictions are being removed and you’ll have more control over what you are able to download onto the computer! The downside is that we need to get all of our computers back so that they can be reimaged this summer.
After this semester ends in May, we’re asking all students to return their devices to a campus library by May 23rd. If you are taking summer classes, we will switch out your device with one that has the new image. If you won’t be back until fall, you’ll be able to come to a campus library 10 days before the semester starts to check out a computer.
Note: West Campus will be closed for renovations for the month of July, so if you are returning a computer after May or trying to pick up a computer for the second part of summer classes, you’ll need to go to a different campus.
Looking for Earth Day inspiration this April 22nd? Check out the Library's resources to see what you can do!
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Library Comings and Goings
Join us in saying hello to our new staff members and farewell to our recent retiree!
Rhiannon - Northwest Campus Library Service Specialist
I have worked in the past as a FWS Student Aide here at the NW library, and as a tech prior to
becoming a specialist. I love helping people, especially students. I'm not currently enrolled in
anything but I've taken courses in fashion + visual design, as well as medical and health
technology, however I really love the library environment the most so far, as I grew up very into
both reading and writing. I have 3 dogs, and in my spare time I like to draw/paint, read, and play
video games.
Sarah - East Campus Library Services Technician
I started as a student aide here at east campus library. I love my tech position! I enjoy
processing our library materials, supporting students and staff, and it also allows me to be
creative on social media, and with our many displays and events. It is a great place to work!
Congratulations on your retirement Mabel!
Mabel worked at Pima for 30 years, 8 at our Library Technical Services department and 22 at the East Campus Library!! Her favorite part of the job was the interaction with the students, faculty, and community users. She loved working together with the library staff to make sure students and patrons received the best service possible. Being part of the East Campus Library team ensured continuing service to one another and the pima community. Mabel and her husband Gene plan to travel, explore and enjoy this next chapter of life which will also include Tai Chi, a little more golfing, and time with the girls, their kitties, Lana and Ellie.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Resources
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Join us in recognizing and celebrating the art, literature, and cultures this month.
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Helpful Links
Programs, Events and Displays
Downtown Campus Library Happenings
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You're invited! Join Downtown Campus Library 5/13 through 5/17 for graduation cap decorating!
Finals got you stressed? Join Downtown Campus for Exam Jam May 6th through 10th.
Desert Vista Campus Library Happenings
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Join Desert Vista Library April 22nd to make upcycled wreaths!
12pm - 1:50pm
Join Desert Vista Library for coffee in the library Tuesday and Thursday 9am-12pm
Graduate in Style!
Join the Desert Vista Library for graduation cap decoration April 29th at 12pm.
East Campus Library Events
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May the Force be with you! Join East Campus and the Library for a day of fun and all things Star Wars!
Thursday May 2nd, 9am-2pm
East Campus Makerspace
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Visit the Makerspace Guide for more information on technologies and events!
Northwest Campus Library Events
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Visit Northwest Campus for our "Pet a Pup" events! Check in the with Northwest Campus Library for more information!
West Campus Library Happenings
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