New databases - including the Historical New York Times!

The BSC library has recently subscribed to online versions of several important resources, which were previously available only in print or microfilm. All of these are accessible from the library's Databases page, from on-campus or off-campus (with a valid BSC user ID and password). Here are the juicy details: Historical New York Times (Full Text, Full Image) The New York Times in full-text and full image articles, dating back to the very first issue. Searchable by key word, subject, company/organization, person, location, and creative work. Facts on File - World News Digest An archival record of domestic and international news, covering "all major political, social, and economic events since November 1940." Ulrichsweb Bibliographic, publishing and pricing information on more than 300,000 periodicals from around the world, including academic and scholarly journals, Open Access publications, peer-reviewed titles, popular magazines, newspapers, newsletters, and more. Bibliographic Index Plus Covers "over 530,000 bibliographies appearing in periodicals, as whole books, or parts of books," from 1982 to the present. Essay & General Literature Index Cites essays and articles contained in collections of essays and miscellaneous works. Its focus is on the humanities and social sciences, covering topics on political science, history, criticism of literary works, drama, and film, etc. Short Story Index An index to short stories written in or translated into English that have appeared in collections and selected periodicals, from 1984 to the present. Play Index An index to 44,000 plays published individually or in collections from 1949 to the present.

Kevin Stump to Discuss Entrepreneurship with BSC Community

Kevin Stump, a well respected BSC alum, will be returining to the BSC campus Tuesday, November 10th to speak. The title of this event is "Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Management", but don't be led to believe that this event is restricted to Business Majors. Everyone, especially those who are curious about or have an entrepreneurial spirit themselves, are invited to attend. Stump has obtained a successful career by being an entreprenuer so this event is bound to be informative and insightful. Amazingly, at a young age, Stump founded his own company and has since led it to national success. By way of his knowledge and experiences, Kevin Stump is bound to convey a message to the entrepreneur in each of us. Let's welcome him back to the BSC campus this upcoming Tuesday during common hour in the Harbert Auditorium.

Library used book sale this Friday & Saturday

The BSC library will be holding a used book sale on Friday, November 6 and Saturday, November 7, in conjunction with Homecoming & Alumni Reunion weekend. Hardbacks and CDs will be on sale for $1, and paperbacks for 50 cents. The sale will be underway from 9 am to 5 pm each day. Come stop by the first floor of the library to see what books await you!

Writer Thomas E. Kennedy to speak Nov. 2 at 3:30

BACHE visiting writer Thomas E. Kennedy is scheduled to speak today at 3:30 in Harbert Auditorium. Kennedy has written numerous books, essays, short stories and poems, in addition to working for the medical profession as an editor, speechwriter, and translator. A native of New York, Kennedy currently makes his home in Denmark. His most recent book, Riding the Dog: A Look Back at America, was published in 2008. If you'd like to know more about Thomas E. Kennedy's work, visit his website at http://www.thomasekennedy.com/ ... and come hear him speak!

Meet Lenora Johnston, evening circulation supervisor

Ms. Lenora Johnston, the latest addition to the library staff, began working at Birmingham-Southern earlier this month. Ms. Johnston has a B.A. in Communications from the University of Alabama, and has worked previously at the University of Alabama-Birmingham's Lister Hill Library and for the Birmingham Public Library system. She is both knowledgeable and personable, and we are very pleased that she has joined the library staff. You can find her at the library circulation desk on Sundays from 2 pm to 10 pm, or Monday through Thursday from 1:30 pm to 10 pm... ready to lend a hand! Welcome, Lenora!

Alina Fernandez to Share Experiences with BSC Community

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, Alina Fernandez is scheduled to speak to the Birmingham Southern community about her experiences growing up in Cuba and being the daughter of political leader, Fidel Castro. Currently living in the United States, Fernandez's story is expected to intrigue listeners and amaze audience members as she reflects on events she witnessed growing up in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s in Cuba. Fernandez's lecture will take place in Bruno Great Hall (in Norton) at 7pm on October 27th. It is an event sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, listed as CEIS credit, and an event that everyone is encouraged to attend. Hope to see you there.

Provost Provides Pianist to Please the People's Ears

The Provost’s forum this October is a lesson in The Piano and the Pendulum, by Lucy DeSa. Dr. DeSa is the distinguished Assistant Professor of Music for Birmingham-Southern, recently added to the BSC faculty for the 2008-09 year. Lucy DeSa gained her Bachelor of Music from the University of California, Irvine in 1983 and later completed her Master of Music from the University of Southern California in 1986, finally gaining a Doctor of Musical Arts from Stony Brook University in 2007. With all these educational honors, she graced the faculty of University of California Irvine, Irvine Valley College and University of Massachusetts, Lowell before coming to BSC, as well as performing nationally as a recitalist and chamber musician. Dr. DeSa has great skill in teaching and performing her music; her primary interests include collaborative piano, group piano, keyboard harmony and applied piano. You may have been lucky enough to have her for an MS 110, 310, or 410 piano class, and can attest to Dr. DeSa’s prestigious skills. Up until now, these skills have been somewhat hidden from the greater BSC community, but on October 27 that will be remedied as Lucy DeSa presents an 11:00 am Provost’s Forum titled The Piano and the Pendulum. Held in Hill hall the alliterative title will come to life under Dr. DeSa’s care, and I’m sure the crowd will come away refreshed. Birmingham-Southern students are encouraged to attend this unmasking of a master—and for the skeptics, don’t worry—you can even check her out on Facebook.