Myanmar Earthquake

 

As many of you are aware, Myanmar was hit with a magnitude 7.7 earthquake a little over two weeks ago, causing almost 4,000 fatalities to date and triggering multiple humanitarian crises across the region. What you may also know is that our very own Joyce Thant is from Myanmar. The Myanmar Student Association at IU, of which Joyce is co-president, is collaborating with a local nonprofit, the Narra Foundation, to raise funds for humanitarian relief efforts through a GoFundMe account:

https://gofund.me/e5443268

All of this is happening in the midst of an ongoing civil war, making conditions especially difficult and the need for aid all the more vital. Joyce wanted to make it clear that even the smallest donations are helpful since U.S. dollars go very far in her home country. Thank you so much for any help you are able to give.

 

Coming Soon - Graduating Student Spotlights

 

GRADUATING STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS 

Keep an eye on this blog as we're going to be highlighting the graduating students on our staff. It will be fun to learn something about our co-workers and their plans for when they leave IU to start their next exciting adventure. 

Important End of the Spring Semester Information for Library Staff

 

1. Library Hours/Schedule - As we look toward the end of the semester, it’s always good idea to remind everyone the spring semester goes until Friday, May 9th at 5:00pm.  You are expected to work your shifts or find a sub during that time.
 
2. Final Exams - It’s also a good idea to double-check your final exam schedule since final exams don’t always happen during your regularly scheduled class time. Make sure you are not going to have a conflict between your final exam and your work schedule. If so, please post a sub notice as soon as possible.
 
3. Extra Hours - If you want to pick up some extra hours, earn some extra money and have the availability from now until the end of the semester, please keep an eye on the subs list and help us out when you are able. We will really appreciate it.
 
4. Reminder - Please clean out anything of yours left in the fridge and grab any items in the office area that belong to you, such as sweaters, phone chargers, etc.
 
5. Graduates - If you are graduating & moving on from the library, please leave an address and/or email so we can stay in contact. If you are on social media & want to connect with Jeri, please touch base with her. This is a bittersweet moment for us full time staff as we are so excited for you to start this new exciting chapter in your life, but we’re sad to see you go. Please know that we will miss each of you.
 
6. Fall 2025 Semester - The fall semester starts on August 25th, which means regular library hours and work schedule start that day. if you are planning on returning to us in the fall, please have your class schedule & availability to Matt as soon as possible.
 
7. Treat Bags – Will be coming soon, so keep checking the table in the back.
 
8. Blog – Keep reading the blog, there will be some important and interesting posts coming out
 
8. Questions – If you have any questions, please reach out to a supervisor.
 
Lastly, as part of Kelley Balance Week there will be service dogs in training visiting the library on Monday, April 28th from 10am to Noon & Wednesday, April 30th from 1pm to 3pm. If you need to destress, be sure to stop by and pet a dog.
 
Thank you for your hard work during this spring semester. It’s greatly appreciated. We’ve enjoyed having each of you as a part of our library team. You are a huge part of what makes our library run. Here’s to a great end of the semester and a fantastic summer!
 
We look forward to seeing you back in the fall!

Birthday Wednesday Celebration - Wednesday April 2nd

 

We're going to celebrate Birthday Wednesday on Wednesday, April 2nd. Since the next birthday Wednesday will be during finals week, we've decided to make this birthday Wednesday a celebration for all of us celebrating birthdays in April -- May -- June -- July -- August. 

April:  No staff birthdays

May: Kathryn, Kat, Vasudha

June: Caroline, Annalise, Bria

July: Joyce

August: Ilana, Gary 

Stop by the library on Wednesday in the morning for some donuts & later in the afternoon for some cookies. If you see anyone who has an upcoming birthday, be sure to wish them Happy Birthday for their special day. 

Important: Library Sensory Experience Survey

 

From now until the end of the semester, we will be running a survey about sounds and smells inside the library. When people come to the desk and say they are here to do a survey, give them one of the business cards with a QR code and "Library Sensory Experience Survey" at the top. The cards are available next to the circulation computers. If they ask about the $25 compensation, tell them they will receive it via email in the next couple of weeks, after their survey responses are verified. If they have other questions, direct them to Gary: garave@iu.edu 

Thanks! 

Spring Break Coming Soon - Important Information You Need to Know!

 

As the weather starts getting warmer, we start thinking about Spring Break. With Spring Break a couple weeks away, here’s some important you need to know about spring break & library operations. 

Business/SPEA Library Hours during Spring Break:

Friday March 14th                                             8:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday March 15th - Saturday March 22nd      Closed
Sunday March 23rd                                           5:00pm - Midnight

Regular library hours resume on Monday, March 24th

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What does this mean for Business/SPEA Library employees?

Monday March 10 to Friday March 14:  The library is open regular hours. You are responsible for working your shifts or finding a sub. Posting sub notices as early as possible is always best. Anyone available to pick up extra shifts during that week, will be greatly appreciated.

Spring Break Week (March 15-22):  The library is CLOSED, so you are NOT required to work.

Sunday March 23rd:  Library hours that day are 5:00pm to Midnight. If you work during that time, it would be great if you can make your shift. Otherwise, post a sub notice. If anyone would like to help Matt out that evening, so he’s not working alone, it would be greatly appreciated.

Starting Monday March 24:  We’re back to regular hours and business as usual.

For any questions, please see a supervisor.

Have a safe & fun break!!

Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday March 9th

 

Just a quick reminder Daylight Saving Time starts this weekend on Sunday, March 9th. Be sure to move any clocks that won't automatically change ahead by one hour.