New SIMSA Logo Announced!
Wear Your Favourite Books
Litographs creates art from the books you’ve read and loved. Posters, t-shirts, and tote bags are all created entirely from the text of classic books.
SIMSA bookbags for sale – $10
The bookbags have arrived! These beauties are made from hardy materials to withstand a life of heavy books. Make a purchase for yourself or buy one for a friend. Proceeds will go to support future student projects.
Dal Reads
The 2014 Dal Reads shortlist has been announced! The three contenders are:
1. Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore – Robin Sloan
2. The Antagonist – Lynn Coady
3. Reality Boy – A.S. King
(Personally, my vote would go to the book about a secret society, mysterious books, and the power of Google… but that’s just me.)
If you’re interested in helping to organize this campus-wide reading event, contact Marlo MacKay at marlo.mackay@dal.ca
“SIMagination” for sale – $10
This year, as a fundraiser, SIMSA has compiled and published a book of creative works by students in the School of Information Management. Thank you for your contributions! “Simagination” is now for sale in the common room. We hope that students – especially those graduating! – will make a wonderful commemorative purchase.
The Special Libraries Association (SLA)
The Dalhousie Student Chapter of the Special Libraries Association aims to provide networking and professional development opportunities for students interested in the special library field. This encompasses a huge array of libraries, from government departmental libraries, to small unique libraries, to special collections, and so much more.
The Dalhousie Student Chapter of the SLA organizes networking events, excursions, workshops, panel discussions, and tours of special libraries in the Halifax area.
The 2014-2015 Executive Members are:
Carlisle Kent – Co-Chair
Valerie Collins – Technical Co-Chair
Kaitlin Haley – External Communications Co-Chair
Tamara Proulx – Internal Communications Co-Chair
Alyssa Dawson – Treasurer
This is a great way to get involved without stretching your calendar, as time commitment is moderate. You do not have to be a member of the Special Libraries Association to attend SLA events. For more information or to get involved in the SLA, come to the first meeting in September (TBA) where there will be a quick intro, discussion of the open positions, and then an election. Members of the SLA will also be at the Associations Display during Orientation Week. You can also visit the Dalhousie SLA website or e-mail Carlisle Kent at carlisle.kent@dal.ca for more information.