In the Know @ the Bentley Library

Bentley University and the Bentley Library are closed for Winter Break Friday, December 23, 2016, through Monday, January 2, 2017. The library will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.

Please note that the Deloitte Cafe (Einstein's) will be closed until spring classes begin on Tuesday, January 17, 2017.

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This semester the library’s 24-hour access for final exams begins at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, December 12th (the day before Reading Day) and ends at 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 21st (the last day of exams). *Please note the weekend exception: The library closes at 9:00 p.m. Saturday night and reopens at 10:00 a.m. ...

Project Euclid is a mathematical sciences database that seeks to advance scholarly communication in theoretical and applied mathematics and statistics through partnerships with independent and society publishers. It was developed by the Cornell University Library and is now jointly managed with Duke University Press. ...

Now showing in the RSM Art Gallery are the 2016 International Education Photo Contest winners and a selection of finalists. Don't miss this exhibit of amazing photographs taken by Bentley University students, faculty and staff! You also have one more opportunity to vote for your favorite finalist (non-category winner).

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We are happy to welcome our favorite therapy dogs Kodiak and Athena back to the Bentley Library for a "Take a Paws" stress-relief session!  Thanks to the Center for Health and Wellness, you can enjoy some Bernese Mountain Dog love in the art gallery on Monday, December 12, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Studies have shown that interacting with animals can have positive impacts on our social, mental and physical well-being. ...

OverDrive launched a new version of its website today. ...

We’ve all heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about Giving Tuesday?  Seeking the true spirit of the season, #GivingTuesday is intended to be a global day of giving, encouraging you to help others through the gift of time, donation, or action.  Inspired by this year’s #GivingTuesday on November 29, 2016, the library’s latest display is all about giving back.  The collection features books about kindness, philanthropy, volunteering, charity, social action, and altruism; there are also some movies feat ...

Organizations that are family owned or private are typically hard to gather information on. PrivCo serves up private company metrics which would formerly have taken hours to accumulate.  It taps multiple reference sources, articles, and industry info. PrivCo connects the user to company directory information, financial data on private companies, and investors involved in private company activity. Who can use it?

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The October new acquisitions lists have been posted! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new book, DVD and audiobook arrivals by subject or format . ...

What is a scholarly article? Professors often require students to use articles from scholarly journals in their research papers and assignments. ...