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<Title>Stuck researching a paper?</Title>
<Tagline>The Library can help!</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content">Did you know that you can make an appointment to meet with a librarian and get help doing your research? Subject Librarians can:<br><ul>
    <li>help you find information on a topic</li>
    <li>help you develop effective search strategies</li>
    <li>help you select and search library catalogs and databases</li>
    <li>answer questions about the library's resources.</li>
    </ul>Contact a Subject Librarian to schedule a personalized, one-on-one research consultation: <a href="http://library.umbc.edu/makearesearchappt" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">http://library.umbc.edu/makearesearchappt</a><br><br>If none of the times listed work for you, you can contact the subject librarian directly to arrange for another time.</div>
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<Summary>Did you know that you can make an appointment to meet with a librarian and get help doing your research? Subject Librarians can:   help you find information on a topic  help you develop effective...</Summary>
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<NewsItem contentIssues="true" id="66692" important="false" status="posted" url="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/66692">
<Title>Meet Lily Prokop: Student IT Consultant &amp; Oboist</Title>
<Tagline>Technology Support Center is a place for all sorts of majors</Tagline>
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    <div>The Technology Support Center (TSC) is the first stop in assisting the UMBC community with technology questions and requests. The TSC is made possible thanks to its many student workers, who all have a unique background. Take Lily Prokop for instance, a sophomore majoring in Music Education &amp; Music Performance.</div>
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    <div>Like many, Prokop applied to the TSC through UMBCworks. Prior to the TSC, she did not have any firsthand knowledge on IT support. “I’ve been working for the TSC for about a year,” said Prokop. “But when I first started, I had no idea what was going on. I was so nervous at answering phones.” </div>
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    <div>Prokop was determined to change that. She had the drive to get over her nervousness by wanting to answer every phone call that came in. By doing so, she was able to get it down to a point where she didn't have to follow a script or go step-by-step on certain tasks. </div>
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    <h4>“I knew playing oboe would give me an advantage when applying to music schools…”</h4>
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    <div>While not working at the TSC, Prokop enjoys playing music and can play six different instruments. Her favorite one, however, is the oboe. Before high school, she was a big fan of the clarinet but did not know about the oboe. After seeing someone in high school play an oboe, Prokop was inspired her to learn to play it. </div>
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    <div>“I knew playing oboe would also give me an advantage when applying to music schools [and] college because there aren't many oboe players.” said Prokop.</div>
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    <div>Those advantages would become apparent. Prokop would be invited to perform as a guest at Carnegie Hall for the Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra (CYSO) and plays wedding gigs in the summer. </div>
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    <h4>“It felt exhilarating to literally watch the sunset as we played…”</h4>
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    <div>For Prokop, performing indoors is usually standard, with only a small handful of opportunities to play outside. That changed when Prokop performed at UMBC’s 50th anniversary with the rest of the UMBC orchestra outside. “I was so proud to represent UMBC,” said Prokop. “It felt exhilarating to literally watch the sunset as we played...playing in that setting to honor UMBC was really wonderful.” </div>
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    <div>While being a full time student and musical performer, Prokop is also a proud member of Alpha Sigma Alpha, where she participates in fundraisers and other philanthropy efforts. Last semester, Prokop participated in Hula Hoop for Hope. During Hula Hoop for Hope, members all take turns hula hooping for 12 hours. She has also become their main line for tech support as well. “I end up answering people’s tech questions in our group chat.” said Prokop. </div>
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    <div>Working at the TSC has been a great experience for Prokop, but it’s not a solo effort by any means. It’s a team effort that helps create a welcoming and productive work environment. “The people who work here are pretty cool,” said Prokop. “When customers are walking into the TSC, and there's an issue, I know someone I’m working with will know how to solve something.” </div>
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    <h4>“People are often surprised when they find out I’m a music major who works within DoIT…”</h4>
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    <div>After the TSC, Prokop wants to become a music teacher in Baltimore City. When looking back at her time spent so far at the TSC, Prokop reflects on it being a positive learning experience.   </div>
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    <div>“People are often surprised when they find out I'm a music major who works within DoIT. The TSC has not only given me versatile work experience, but it has also given me confidence in my knowledge of general technology and customer service skills.” said Prokop.</div>
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    <div><em>Interested in working at the TSC? <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/doit" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Follow the DoIT myUMBC group for job postings and additional news and updates. </a></em></div>
    <div><em><br></em></div>
    <div><em>Like this story? <a href="http://my.umbc.edu/groups/doit/posts/65671" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Read about senior technology consultant Saiful Islam and his two years at the TSC.</a></em></div>
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<NewsItem contentIssues="true" id="66633" important="false" status="posted" url="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/gsa/posts/66633">
<Title>Full Time Job - Library Services Technician</Title>
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    <u><strong>POSITION TITLE:</strong></u>    Library Services Technician (Job # 014)<br><br><u><strong>PERSONNEL STATUS:</strong></u>    Nonexempt, Full-time, Regular<br><u><strong>DEPARTMENT:</strong></u>    Library<br><u><strong>CLOSING DATE:</strong></u>    2017-04-21<br><br><u><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong></u>    The incumbent will support the mission of the Circulation Department by coordinating activities related to USM-AI intercampus borrowing. Specific duties include: satisfying book requests using a quick and efficient work flow of shipping and receiving items; using an automated system to process library transactions; performing stacks maintenance; providing support to library patrons needing assistance with library resources and equipment, printing, and basic research help; performing security duties such as opening, closing and patrolling the building, and applying measures to prevent theft of library materials; providing excellent customer service; and performing other duties as assigned. Work Schedule is Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Monday to Thursday 4:00 p.m. -12:30 a.m.<br><br><u><strong>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></u>    Requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of library or related clerical or public service experience. Must have experience in a customer service environment serving a diverse population, with preference given to experience in a library’s circulation or stacks department. Must have: highly effective communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to provide guidance and instructions to student assistants and to organize work to meet conflicting demands while maintaining careful attention to detail; the demonstrated ability to work independently, to work cooperatively on a team, and to exercise initiative in applying rules, procedures and instructions. Note: This position may require a background check.<br><br><u><strong>SALARY:</strong></u>    Pay Range 7 (starting at $30,177) based on the University System of Maryland Pay Program<br><br><u><strong>APPLICATION:</strong></u>    Applications are available for download on our website at: <a href="http://www.umbc.edu/hr/employment">www.umbc.edu/hr/employment</a> or by calling 410-455 2337 for an application (a cover letter and resume may be submitted in addition to the application). Interested and qualified candidates must submit a UMBC application (indicate position title and Job #014 on the application) <strong>no later than April 21, 2017</strong> to: UMBC Department of Human Resources, 532 Administration Building, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, Maryland 21250 <br><br>As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present 
    acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you 
    are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.<br><br>UMBC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER<br>
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<Title>The Making of the Modern World - Database Trial</Title>
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    <div class="html-content">UMBC now has online access to Gale's Primary Source databases, The Making of the Modern World, 1 &amp; 2.   <span>MoMW includes over 62,400 titles Including books, serials, pamphlets, essays and more sourced from major libraries around the world. It tracks the development of the modern, western world through the lens of trade and wealth.Titles are in English as well as many other languages.</span><div><span><br></span></div>
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    <span>Access is seamless on campus, for off-campus access, use password &gt; umd_umbc &lt; when prompted. <br></span><div><span><br></span></div>
    <div><span>The trial will run until April 15, 2017. Feedback on the database is appreciated.</span></div>
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    <div>Applications are due by Monday, March 27th at noon, and you can apply here: <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC-oOmbNVYy0baHbn0hForVmoTZnVQpbHBtxUL88TmbiNAEg/viewform?c=0&amp;w=1" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC-oOmbNVYy0baHbn0hForVmoTZnVQpbHBtxUL88TmbiNAEg/viewform?c=0&amp;w=1</a>
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    <div>We are looking into the failure of the battery back up unit that is designed to protect the equipment in the event of such outages and we will have it repaired once the campus re-opens after the storm. </div>
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    <div>We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. </div>
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    <div>If you have any questions, please feel free to email me for additional information.</div>
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    <div>Thank You, </div>
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    <div>Damian Doyle</div>
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    <p>These are the rules we're starting with:<a href="https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJWMA3wNcGLDbwX2Fylx4aXRoVyjYf8YfyMnIVhj-u-4MRww/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><br></a></p>
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    <div>The Computer Replacement Initiative (CRI) is a UMBC campus-wide initiative designed to replace faculty and staff laptops and desktops. For the 2017-2018 academic year, within Academic Affairs, the subsidy for a laptop is $1,000 and the subsidy for a desktop is $600. You can <a href="https://docs.google.com/a/umbc.edu/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEHqZaM7Shq8KBN71UgBZTQfWCGnfqXW_LxheeAt19auRAgw/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">fill out the DoIT webform here</a>.</div>
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    <div>Ordering of the new machines will occur in early June with installations planned for completion by early August. DoIT has an FAQ on the recommended configurations for desktops and laptops <a href="https://wiki.umbc.edu/display/faq/Recommended+Technology+for+Faculty+and+Staff" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">available here</a>. </div>
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    <div>Timeline for this year’s CRI:</div>
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    <div>* March 29, 2017: Deadline for submitting the CRI application via the DoIT web form</div>
    <div>* April 10, 2017: Notification to chairs/directors of award recommendations from the committee</div>
    <div>* April 14, 2017: Feedback from chairs/directors on the award recommendations</div>
    <div>* April 19, 2017: Review by the deans of the awards list</div>
    <div>* April 21, 2017: Awards are announced</div>
    <div>* May 12, 2017: Deadline for awardees to make their computer options selection</div>
    <div>* Early June: Computer order will be placed</div>
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    <div>For more information, there is a full detailed post on <a href="https://umbcinsights.wordpress.com/2017/02/20/2017-2018-computer-replacement-initiative/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">UMBC Insights found here</a>. If you have any additional questions, please contact Vice Provost Moreira at x56576 or Executive Assistant, Susan Mocko at x56577.</div>
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    <p><span>As part of our ongoing commitment to security, the Unix Infrastructure group will be conducting its quarterly system patching on Friday, March 17th from 5pm to 10pm.  While many systems will be patched without any service disruption, there are several systems which require the downtime of key services for short times during this window.  The schedule below outlines which key services will be offline and for how long.</span></p>
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    <li>Access to Cyrus and UMBC Webmail (accounts not migrated to UMBC Gmail)<br>
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    <li>All mail will be queued up and delivered after the server is patched</li>
    <li>Expected to be unreachable from 5pm to 8pm</li>
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    <li>All HFS (user) servers will be offline</li>
    <li>License5 will be down (autodesk, cadence, idl, schrodinger, xilinx, mathematica)<br>
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    <li>Perseus will be unavailable<br>
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    <li>RT<br>
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    <ul><li>Expected to be down from 5pm to 6pm only</li></ul>
    <li>myUMBC lite page will be up resulting in reduced myUMBC functionality</li>
    <ul><li>Expected to be down from 5pm to 7pm only </li></ul>
    <li>Wiki will be unavailable<br>
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    <li>The sites (wordpress) web hosting environment will be unreachable<br>
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    <ul><li>Expected to be down from 5pm to 7pm only</li></ul>
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    <div>Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.</div>
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