In the Know @ the Bentley Library

Who's ready for a well-deserved break?!  While we hope that you'll take some time to rest, relax, and have fun, the library will remain open throughout Fall Mini-Break if you need a place to study or catch up on work. Please note that there exceptions to our normal operating hours on Sunday and Monday:

Saturday, October 7 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (normal operating hours)

Sunday, October 8 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Monday, October 9 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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We added 200+ new books, DVDs, and audiobooks to the library's collections in September. Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new arrivals by subject or format. When you see something you want, click the “Request” button to place a hold on it. Interested in downloading or streaming ebooks and digital audiobooks? ...

It’s that time of year again – October 4th is #AskAnArchivist Day! This is the day when archivists across the country (and the globe) tell everyone more about what kind of work they do, and the types of interesting material you can find in archives. Below are some FAQ’s with information about the Bentley Archives. If you want to know more about any of these topics, find us on social media and ask your question using #AskAnArchivist.

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According to the American Library Association website, "A [book] challenge is an attempt to remove or restrict materials, based upon the objections of a person or group. A banning is the removal of those materials. Challenges do not simply involve a person expressing a point of view; rather, they are an attempt to remove material from the curriculum or library, thereby restricting the access of others. As such, they are a threat to freedom of speech and choice."

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Opening on October 5th is an installation of paintings and sculpture by artist Robert Collins.  An opening reception for the artist will be held on Wednesday, October 18, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Robert Collins
Paintings and Sculpture
October 5 – November 10, 2017

Opening Reception
Wednesday, October 18
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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The Bentley Librarians are offering opportunities for students to learn about RefWorks. RefWorks is a tool that creates bibliographies and formats research papers in the citation style of your choice (e.g. APA, MLA). Learn to export citations, create bibliographies, and save and organize sources for all your research papers and projects – all in one place. Have sources you’re not sure how to cite? ...

In conjunction with the SGA and the Library, Client Services has configured two printers in the Library and one printer in the Student Center to accommodate printing resumes for the Bentley Career Fair.

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Introducing the new and improved NetAdvantage database!

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The new acquisitions lists for August are now available! ...

The Writing Center and the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Center are now accepting appointments for the fall semester. Don't wait until the last minute! Start the semester off right by utilizing these valuable resources. Both centers are located on the lower level of the library. ...