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Top 10 Most Popular Books, DVDs & Audiobooks

By Lisa Curtin

Move over New York Times bestseller list, it's time for the annual Bentley Library Top 10! Each May we query our database to find out which books, audiobooks and DVDs have circulated the most times during the academic year (excluding any items placed on reserve for a class).  There are many ties in the rankings this year, so each of the lists includes more than ten titles, giving you even more to choose from.

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Summer Hours at the ESOL Center & the Writing Center

By Lisa Curtin

Summer session students take note, the ESOL Center and the Writing Center will open for the summer on May 20, 2013. Students are encouraged to make an appointment online using the links below, but walk-ins are also welcome. Both centers are located on the lower level of the library.

The ESOL Center [Opens May 20]

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Library Dedications in Appreciation to Our Seniors

By Lisa Curtin

It is a Bentley Library tradition to show appreciation to our graduating student assistants by dedicating a book or film in their honor. Each student is invited to select an item from the library's collection, which is then affixed with a bookplate in their name.  This year, dedications have been made on behalf of these Class of 2013 graduates: 

 

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Special Library Hours: May 10-19

By Lisa Curtin
The Library's hours change for the period of time after finals and before the start of summer session - Friday, May 10, to Sunday, May 19, 2013.  Please note that the Deloitte Café closes at 6:00pm on Thursday, May 9, for the duration of the summer. Library Hours Friday, May 10 - Sunday, May 19, 2013

Monday – Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm

Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm

Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED

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Database of the Month: Ulrichsweb Global Serials Directory

By Kimberly Morin

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Check Out These New Books, DVDs & Audiobooks

By Lisa Curtin
Looking for something new to read, listen to or watch? ...

Stress-Less at the Library. Refuel, Relax, Recharge!

By Lisa Curtin
Stress-Less at the Bentley Library co-sponsored by the Bentley Library and CSD Develop U Peer Educators

The art gallery has been transformed into a stress-free zone for exam period.  While the gallery is always a quiet, contemplative place, this week we've equipped the space with stress-busting activities to help you renew, regroup and refresh. You'll find jigsaw puzzles, crosswords, and other quiet games to give your brain a break.

May 1 - May 3 the gallery will be stocked with water and snack bars to help you re-energize!

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24-hour Library Access for Finals Starts Monday, April 29

By Lisa Curtin

This semester the library's 24-hour access for final exams begins at 7:30am on Monday, April 29 (the day before Reading Day) and ends at 9:00pm on Thursday, May 9 (last day of exams). *Please note the Saturday night/Sunday morning exception - because everyone should take a little break from studying!

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Now Showing in the Art Gallery: Heidi Hogden

By Lisa Curtin

Now showing in the McGladrey Art Gallery is Making Home, a series of graphite drawings by artist Heidi Hogden.  All are invited to attend an opening reception for the artist on Wednesday, April 24, from 5:00pm-7:00pm. To learn more about the Heidi Hogden please visit her website at http://heidihogden.com.

Heidi Hogden
Making Home
April 15 - May 17, 2013
http://heidihogden.com

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Database of the Month: In Context series from Gale

By Stephen Tracey

The Bentley University Library recently acquired access to a number of databases from Gale Cengage Learning as part of the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) statewide database licensing program.  Included in the collection are five titles from Gale’s “In Context” series of electronic resources:

 

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