Jessup Journal

The library is pleased to announce the acquisition of two new ebook collections from Springer (a well-known and respected global scientific publisher) and Elsevier (a leading provider of scientific, technical and medical information products and services). Both of these collections were generously funded by the Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA) and support the areas of science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM-H). The Springer collection consists of four subject areas--behavioral science, biomedical and life science, computer science, and earth and environmental science--and will provide access to over 2,000 newly-published frontlist titles. Elsevier's SciVerse ScienceDirect ebook collection offers approximately 700 books published (or soon-to-be published) in 2013. This collection consists of titles appropriate for a variety of science, technology and health courses. Both of these collections are accessible via the catalog , as well as directly throu...

Before you leave for spring break, stock up on some great new reads! If you're working on your papers and doing some catch-up, remember we'll be open next week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The whole College will be closed on Friday, March 15. Here are a few of our suggestions before you go: Are you a foodie and a history buff, then try Douglas Neel's The Food and Feasts of Jesus: Inside the World of First-Century Food, with Menus and Recipes . Speaking of history...there's nothing more interesting, at least to me, than books on the Tudors. Here are a couple on Elizabeth that might be of interest: The Watchers: A Secret History of the Reign of Elizabeth I by Stephen Alford and Heretic Queen: Queen Elizabeth I and the Wars of Religion by Susan Ronald.  Calling all dancers! Take a look at The Meaning of Tango: the Story of Argentinian Dance by Christine Denniston and Tango: the Art History of Love by Robert Farris Thompson. Ever wondered wh...

Yes, the library will be open next week, so do not despair! Come on in; just remember, we're only open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Thursday. The College is also closed on Friday, March 15. Have a great break!

With freezing temperatures and looming snow, what better activity is there than curling up with a good book? Our cataloger has been hard at work churning out new books over the past couple weeks, so please take a look at some of the highlights. Since you might have to stay in, why not start that paper early? If you're looking for a topic, try: Should the Drinking Age Be Lowered? by Hal Marcovitz The Other Parent: The Inside Story of the Media's Effect on Our Children by James P. Steyer Teens at Risk: Opposing Viewpoints by Christine Watkins The Ethics of Capital Punishment: A Philosophical Investigation of Evil and Its Consequences by Matthew H. Kramer Roe v. Wade: The Abortion Rights Controversy in American History by N. E. H. Hull Are you a lover of biographies? Then try: Vegetables: A Biography by Evelyne Bloch-Dano Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different: A Biography by Karen Blumenthal Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life by Justine Picardie How abo...

The library will be closed Saturday, January 19 and Monday, January 21, 2013. We will open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22. Have a great, long weekend!

A new month=new books here at the Jessup Library! As always, we have the most wonderful new additions. Here are a few to tantalize your taste buds! A little self-help never hurts: Ethical Intelligence: Five Principles for Untangling Your Toughest Problems at Work and Beyond by Bruce D. Weinstein Our religion section just keeps growing exponentially. Check out these great titles! The Woman Who Named God: Abraham's Dilemma and the Birth of Three Faiths by Charlotte Gordon No Ordinary Angel: Celestial Spirits and Christian Claims about Jesus by Susan R. Garrett The Power of Parable: How Fiction by Jesus Became Fiction about Jesus by John Dominic Crossan World War II buff? Then check out: Freedom from Fear, Part Two: The American People in World War II by David M. Kennedy Attack on Pearl Harbor: Strategy, Combat, Myths, Deceptions by Alan D. Zimm We have lots of good sports titles, especially biographies. Consider one for your class assignment. Reggie Jackson: The ...

Notice a bit of change in the weather lately? Isn't it wonderful? I don't want to speak too soon, but maybe we're done with the tortuous 100+ degree days, at least for another year. And did you know? It's already the third week of classes! It's amazing how fast time flies! Before things get too hectic, may we suggest a few books to check out or at least keep in mind for when those papers start piling up? Do you need some advice on relationships, bad, good or nonexistent? Then try: The Verbally Abusive Relationship: How to Recognize It and How to Respond by Patricia Evans Party of One: The Loner's Manifesto by Anneli S. Rufus Given how important foreign policy is in the upcoming election, a little history might be useful: Afghanistan: A Cultural and Political History by Thomas J. Barfield Sudan: Race, Religion and Violence by Jok Madut Jok A History of Libya by John Wright The economy is also a hot topic this election season. To inform yourself, t...