Grief Resources

I only met Sonja a few times, but her grace and kindness were self evident.  As we all work through the grieving process, it is my natural instinct to turn to the written word.  Below are some links to articles, websites and  books that Osterlin library has, that...
New Homeland Security Digital Library!

New Homeland Security Digital Library!

As a benefit of being a Federal Depository Library, the Osterlin library has recently gained access to the Homeland Security Digital Library made available through U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s National Preparedness Directorate, FEMA and the Naval...
Adding Library Database Articles in Moodle:

Adding Library Database Articles in Moodle:

Did you know you can share a link to an article from one of the Library databases in your Moodle course?   There is no need to download and then upload the article, just add a link using these easy steps. Step One: Find an article you’d like to share and click on the...

Learning is Loud!

The Mark & Helen Osterlin Library is the loudest library I have ever worked.  This past week it has been even louder than usual.  Maybe it’s the early snow or lack of sunlight, but there is definitely a loud vibe going on in the NMC library. We are a pretty...
Student Friendships: Worth the risk?

Student Friendships: Worth the risk?

Ryein was a student worker in the library.  He was a non-traditional student, army reservist from a troubled family but had a heart of gold.  We came from two different worlds but somehow we became friends during our evening shift together. He helped me to remember...