The July 27th issue of The Triangle highlights Drexel's virtual Second Life campus, Drexel Island, initiated by the College of Arts and Sciences Jean-Claude Bradley, and Hagerty Library's Tim Siftar (aka Jack LaPointe in SL). The library, occupying the western end of Drexel Island (okay, we're the Dragon's Tail!), is experimenting with ways to offer services to the University community in Second Life -- reference help, virtual learning experiences, access to research tools, perhaps even virtual book groups. Library staff, travelling as their Second Life avatars, have visited online conferences and exhibits in Science Commons, Info Island and other Second Life locations.

Second Life will soon be available on all desktop computers in Hagerty Library, providing opportunities for students and other library visitors to explore Drexel Island.

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Santa made an out-of-season visit to Hagerty Library's systems department this month, bringing lots of new techno-goodies!

Look for:

• Twenty new Lenovo R60 Laptops!
  
• New Omega Ps150 Touchscreens to replace the Dragonprint Stations at the printers in L14 and the Reference Area!
  
• New computers for the 1st floor Reference Area and L13! Be aware that these computers do not have "floppy" disk drives which have become increasingly prone to breakage and file loss -- we recommend the use of USB "Flash" Drives or Dunx1 space for file storage.
  
• Two 42" LCD TV's, with DVD players! One has been placed in Study Room 123.
  
• Four new Canon Scanners, replacing the two scanners previously available in room L14!

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IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) recently honored Jay Bhatt, Hagerty Library's Engineering Librarian, for his outstanding dedication and leadership to the Drexel University IEEE Graduate Student Forum as Partnership Coordinator and Student Branch Liaison to the IEEE Headquarters.

At right, Jay and Library Director Jane Bryan with members of the IEEE Graduate Student Forum.

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Do you need a photo to illustrate your next presentation? An image to liven up your lecture? Tim Siftar, Librarian for Information Science and Technology and Education, has compiled a guide to resources that provide images that can be used in presentations or instruction. Look for news photos and maps in Accunet, historic advertisements in Ad*Access, anatomical images in images.MD.

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Ann Keith Kennedy, Librarian for Media Arts and Design, is pleased to announce the addition of International Bibliography of Theatre and Dance with Full Text to the library collections.

The International Bibliography is a fully indexed, cross-referenced and annotated databank of over 60,000 journal articles, books, book articles and dissertation abstracts on all aspects of theatre and performance in 126 countries. Full text available includes more than 100 journals and over 50 books & monographs such as Art and the Performance of Memory, Who's Who in Contemporary World Theatre, World Encyclopedia of Contemporary Theatre and many more.

Look for more research resources in our listing of Databases for Performing Arts.

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. . . With Tuesday's screening of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in the Arcadia Lounge (lower level, noon-3) and discussion of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Hermione's Nook (1st floor, 6-8 pm). Movie screenings and book discussions will continue through the week, culminating in a Scavenger Hunt on Friday -- win your own paperback set of Books 1-7!

So were you one of the millions who saw Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix this past weekend? Post your movie review here!

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On Friday the 13th, our Harry Potter celebration takes a dark turn as we focus on Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Join the book discussion, 2-4 pm in Hermione's Reading Nook (first floor), then return at 6 for a movie screening in room L33 (lower level) and discussion led by Dr. Don Riggs. Refreshments will be served!

There will be another opportunity to view "Prisoner of Azkaban" on Saturday, July 14th, 4-7 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33). On Sunday, July 15th catch the screening Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, 4-7 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33).

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Relax in Hermione's Nook on the first floor of Hagerty Library-- you'll find lots of copies of the first six Harry Potter books to help you refresh your memory while you're awaiting the arrival of the seventh and final book. Then join the book discussion group at 12:30 today (Thursday, July 12) in the Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33).

Then watch out for Friday the 13th: Witches and Wizards will be prowling the library!

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Kickoff Harry Potter Week with a screening and discussion of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, 2 pm on Wednesday, July 11th, in the Arcadia Lounge on the lower level of Hagerty Library. Refreshments will be served!

Dr. Don Riggs, Department of English and Philosophy -- expert on Myth in Literature, will lead a discussion of the movie.

More Harry Potter Week Events:

• Thursday, July 12th, Book discussion, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 12:30 - 2 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33)
  
• Friday, July 13th Book discussion, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 2-4 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33); Screening of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 6-9 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33), with discussion led by Don Riggs; Scavenger Hunt (prizes!!!)
  
• Saturday, July 14th, Screening of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, 4-7 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33)
  
• Sunday July 15th Screening of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, 4-7 pm, Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33)

Watch for more Harry Potter Week events to come!

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Wednesday, July 11th, 2-3 pm in the Mary Hagerty Learning Lab (L33 in the lower level of Hagerty Library).

Join Career Services Library Assistant Jenny Robers in exploring a variety of print and electronic library resources that will assist in the independent job search process. Students will learn how to use the library's electronic databases to generate lists of potential employers in their field of interest.

The workshops are open to all members of the Drexel community, including alumni. No registration is required. Seating is limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Look for more Careers Services workshops at http://www.library.drexel.edu/services/refcareers.html.

For more information contact Jenny Roberts at 215-895-6843 or jroberts@drexel.edu.

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Welcome to Hogwarts (a.k.a Hagerty Library) as we host the Commuter Affairs office's celebration of Harry Potter Week!

From Wednesday, July 12th, -- release date of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix -- to Saturday, July 21st -- sale date of the 7th and final book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows we'll celebrate with movie screenings, book discussion groups, and scavenger hunts.

Visit the Harry Potter Week at Drexel Facebook page, and watch here for the full calendar of events.

But first, we want to know -- when did you read your first Harry Potter book?

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Need to write a business plan for a new boutique? Find the hot fashion colors for 2008?

Ann Keith Kennedy, Librarian for Media Arts and Design, has compiled a new research guide for Design and Merchandising, listing recommended sources for journal articles, trade publications, trend information and market research.

Look for more research guides to topics from Business Etiquette, Nanotechnology and Photography to Africana Studies, Forensic Science and Physics at http://www.library.drexel.edu/resources/guides/subjectguides.html

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All Drexel students, staff, and faculty who were issued a DragonCard before June 19, 2007 at the University City Main Campus must visit the DragonCard Office between now and August 10th to have the magnetic stripe re-encoded. The magnetic stripe allows the DragonCard to access meal plans, Ultima funds, University Club memberships, and printing.

The re-encoding is necessary in order to update the systems and services available to the Drexel community. Please note that if you do not have your card re-encoded by August 10th, your card will no longer work to access meal plans and funds. Parking and building access will not be affected.

To have your DragonCard re-encoded, bring it to the DragonCard Office located in the Creese Student Center, suite 124. The office is open Monday through Friday 8am-5pm. As an additional incentive, all students, staff, and faculty who have their cards re-encoded by the August 10th deadline will be entered into a drawing to win $300 in Dining Services funds.

If you have any questions, contact the DragonCard Office at 215-895-6095 or email dragoncard@drexel.edu.

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The Drexel University Libraries will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th for the celebration of Independence Day. But don't forget . . . the Libraries never really close! Electronic Reserves, databases, e-journals and e-books are always available through our website.

And if this is your first 4th of July in Philadelphia, don't miss the party! Check out all the Welcome America events at http://www.americasbirthday.com/.

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