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April 5, 2013

Blackboard Training Registration Form

We have set up two Blackboard training sessions for Blackboard new users and for users who wants to refresh their Blackboard skills. To register for the training session(s), please go to: https://docs.google.com/a/email.vccs.edu/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEJuV2t6VF9MSkppX1ZkVmVuX21nQUE6MA

Here is the training information:

Session One: Blackboard User Interface & Basic Course Setup
Time & Location: Monday, Apr. 8 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Session Two: Blackboard Grade Center
Time & Location: Wednesday, Apr. 10 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Please email Carrie Halpin at chalpin@virginiawestern.edu if you have any questions.

Posted in Campus News, Professional Development

April 4, 2013

Blackboard Training Registration Form

We have set up two Blackboard training sessions for Blackboard new users and for users who wants to refresh their Blackboard skills. To register for the training session(s), please go to: https://docs.google.com/a/email.vccs.edu/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEJuV2t6VF9MSkppX1ZkVmVuX21nQUE6MA

Here is the training information:

Session One: Blackboard User Interface & Basic Course Setup
Time & Location: Monday, Apr. 8 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Session Two: Blackboard Grade Center
Time & Location: Wednesday, Apr. 10 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Please email Carrie Halpin at chalpin@virginiawestern.edu if you have any questions.

Posted in Campus News, Professional Development

April 2, 2013

Where Are All the Books?

Due to the renovation of the Circulation floor (top floor) of the library, the majority of the library’s print books have been put into storage.  But don’t worry— the entire circulating collection of books will be back in place on the top floor when the renovation is complete later this year!

In the meantime, there are several options for books to support your students' research:

  • Use the “Core Collection”

A small collection of books (approximately 1000 volumes) is available for checkout.  These books can be checked out for a two-week period.  Go to the Circulation Department on the library’s main floor to access this collection.

  • Use our eBooks

The library’s extensive eBook collection (over 40,000 e-Books) is still available during the renovation.  Students can access eBooks from off-campus locations by using their MyVWCC username and password.

  • Use Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary loan (ILL) is an option for students who require print books for academic work. It usually takes 5-10 business days for books to arrive. Please keep this time frame in mind when making an ILL request.

Brown Library staff members are glad to help you with all of your information needs. Ask a Librarian!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News

Blackboard Training Registration Form

We have set up two Blackboard training sessions for Blackboard new users and for users who wants to refresh their Blackboard skills. To register for the training session(s), please go to: https://docs.google.com/a/email.vccs.edu/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEJuV2t6VF9MSkppX1ZkVmVuX21nQUE6MA

Here is the training information:

Session One: Blackboard User Interface & Basic Course Setup
Time & Location: Monday, Apr. 8 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Session Two: Blackboard Grade Center
Time & Location: Wednesday, Apr. 10 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm at Webber Hall 311

Please email Carrie Halpin at chalpin@virginiawestern.edu if you have any questions.

Posted in Campus News, Professional Development

February 28, 2013

Where are All the Books?

Due to the renovation of the Circulation floor (top floor) of the library, the majority of the library’s print books have been put into storage.  But don’t worry— the entire circulating collection of books will be back in place on the top floor when the renovation is complete later this year!

In the meantime, there are several options for books to support your students' research:

  • Use the “Core Collection”

A small collection of books (approximately 1000 volumes) is available for checkout.  These books can be checked out for a two-week period.  Go to the Circulation Department on the library’s main floor to access this collection.

  • Use our eBooks

The library’s extensive eBook collection (over 40,000 e-Books) is still available during the renovation.  Students can access eBooks from off-campus locations by using their MyVWCC username and password.

  • Use Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary loan (ILL) is an option for students who require print books for academic work. It usually takes 5-10 business days for books to arrive. Please keep this time frame in mind when making an ILL request.

Brown Library staff members are glad to help you with all of your information needs. Ask a Librarian!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News

January 29, 2013

Where are the Books?

Due to the renovation of the Circulation floor (top floor) of the library, the majority of the library’s print books have been put into storage.  But don’t worry— the entire circulating collection of books will be back in place on the top floor when the renovation is complete later this year!

In the meantime, you still have several options for books to support your research:

  • Use the “Core Collection”

A small collection of books (approximately 1000 volumes) is available for checkout.  These books can be checked out for a two-week period.  Go to the Circulation Department on the library’s main floor to access this collection.

  • Use our eBooks

The library’s extensive eBook collection (over 40,000 e-Books) is still available during the renovation.  Students can access eBooks from off-campus locations by using their MyVWCC username and password.

  • Use Interlibrary Loan

Interlibrary loan (ILL) is an option for students who require print books for academic work. It usually takes 5-10 business days for books to arrive. Please keep this time frame in mind when making an ILL request.

Brown Library staff members are glad to help you with all of your information needs. Ask a Librarian!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News

January 15, 2013

Workforce Solutions

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS

Workforce Development http://virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/index.php

VWCC Summer 2013 KIDS College (summer camps) - More details to be announced soon!

QuickBooks for Business (ACC 295) Class #23347 (1 credit) - This in-depth workshop will help you succeed! - Tips and tricks for using QuickBooks to manage your accounting records, freeing up time for you to grow your business. Are you a small business owner who would like to learn computerized accounting? Have you been using QuickBooks and would like to learn how to use it better?  (Qualifies as 16 CPE credits) Instructor: Katherine "Kitty" Pride, CPA Class Dates: Friday evenings 5:30pm – 10:00pm – January 18, 25 and February 1, 2013 http://virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/quickbooks.php  Contact: Paulette Parkhill 540-857-6514 pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

MS Office Skills – The Next Level (ITEC 2348) – Class to be held at the Franklin Center, Rocky Mount. - Learning key tips and tricks can greatly improve your efficiency and productivity. Numerous shortcuts, WORD 2010 ribbon basics, quick access toolbar, pictures, adding borders and shading paragraphs, mail merge the easy way. EXCEL 2010 ribbon basics, quick access toolbar, removing duplicates in lists, formulas and filters. Instructor: Jo Smith Class Dates: Thursday evenings 6:00pm – 9:00pm – January 24 – January 31, 2013 (Be sure to register early)Contact Paulette Parkhill (540) 857-6514 pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

Intermediate AutoDesk Revit (CADD 2152) 8 week course (30 hrs) Class Number: 68271 Class Dates: Mondays 6:00-10:00pm - 2/25/13-4/15/13. Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu   http://www.virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/intrevitarch.php

Project Management Refresher Course (BUSC 2510) Class #68831 01/24/13 - 02/14/13 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Class is designed for the students who have already completed the PMP Exam Prep class and wish to review the body of knowledge prior to testing. Cost $83 Instructor: Darryl Agee. For more details: Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

Project Management Exam Prep Course (BUSC 2507) Class #68832 02/28/13 - 05/2/13 - 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of project management as defined within PMI.org, the accreditation body for project management. Instructor Darryl Agee. http://www.virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/pmpcert.php For more details: Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

SAT Test Prep Course - Building Skills for Better Scores (TEST 2400) 6 Week Classes meet on: Tuesday and Friday afternoons from 4:30pm to 6:30pm Spring Session Dates: Option 1: 1/28/13 - 3/8/13 and Option 2: 3/12/13 - 5/3/13. Follow link for more details: http://virginiawestern.edu/workforce/classes/satprep.php   http://www.virginiawestern.edu/classes/scheduleDetail.php?subject=TEST&asubject=SAT Preparation&term=2132&longterm=Spring 2013&bookstoreTermID=2132&shortTerm=Spring

Contact Paulette Parkhill pparkhill@virginiawestern.edu

VWCC Summer 2013 KIDS College (summer camps) - More details to be announced soon!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Important Dates, Professional Development, Student News, Upcoming Events

November 29, 2012

More News from Brown Library

GOOD NEWS:  The library’s top floor is being renovated!

BAD NEWS:   Since that floor is closed, students may be looking for another quiet place on campus to study.

GOOD NEWS:  The library is sponsoring a “Study Hall” for quiet, individual study.

Beginning Monday, December 3rd, we will be providing another option for quiet study (in addition to the library’s main floor study areas).  The library is hosting a silent area for individual study in the HR Training Room/room F002 on the ground floor of Fishburn Hall --- the building next door to the library.

Study Hall Dates and Hours:

December 3, 7, 10-14, 17-18: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

December 4: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

December 5: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

December 6: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Important Dates, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News, Upcoming Events

November 28, 2012

News From Brown Library

GOOD NEWS:  The library’s top floor is being renovated!

BAD NEWS:  We have to close the top floor and send most of our books to storage.

GOOD NEWS:  Resources and services will still be available on the library’s main floor!

Starting on Monday, December 3rd, all library staff members will be working on the main floor, providing the resources and services to support your information needs.  The majority of our traditional print books will be stored, but we still have an extensive electronic book collection of over 40,000 academic titles.  We also have free interlibrary loan service that allows you to get academic books and articles from other libraries.

Call us (857-7303), visit our website, or even better, come visit us in person.  We’re here to help you.

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Important Dates, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News, Upcoming Events

October 15, 2012

iPads Temporarily Unavailable for Check-Out

Brown Library's collection of 20 iPads are being updated and will be temporarily unavailable for check-out this week. A few new apps will be downloaded to them, including the newest versions of Blackboard Mobile, Blackboard Collaborate, and Khan Academy. The iPads will become available again during the week of October 22.

What? You have iPads??

Yes! Once the updates are complete, current students only (and faculty and staff) are welcome to check out an iPad for two hours at a time, to be used within the library. Close to 200 apps are currently loaded and ready to go, including Blackboard, math and science video tutorials, a medical abbreviations app, Art Authority (with over 55,000 different paintings and sculptures), Evernote, Adobe Photoshop Express, The White House’s official app, Living Language (in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Chinese), multiple eReaders, and shortcuts to both Virginia Western’s and the library’s websites. These are just a few of the incredible apps we have available.

For more information on how to check out an iPad, ask us at the Reference or Circulation desks, or take a look at our Technology Circulation page. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Posted in Adjunct, Campus News, Important Dates, Professional Development, Service Interruptions, Student News

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