The Plot Twist, featured in the New York Times, describes a strong resurgence in print sales, fueled in part by sharper business practices by sellers, as well as a drop in e-books’ popularity. University students and staff can also read the article via Bloomberg (requires sign-in): https://global.factiva.com/redir/default.aspx?P=sa&NS=16&AID=9UNI006500&an=NYTF000020150923eb9n0004l&cat=a&ep=ASI
Monthly Archives: September 2015
New Laptops!
The Pomerantz Business Library has 12 new Dell Latitudes. Software includes Microsoft Office 2013. Laptops have Webcams for use with Skype (included). Users can print with Web printing (http://printing.its.uiowa.edu). University students and staff can use their ID’s to borrow a laptop for 4-hour loan (Library use only).
Database of the Week: Passport
Each week we will highlight one of the many databases we have here at the Pomerantz Business Library. The database: Passport (Consumer Industries) – Euromonitor International Where to find it: You can find it Passport, and under P in the databases A-Z list. NB: HawkID login is required for all users. Passport is Euromonitor International’sContinue reading “Database of the Week: Passport”
Collegeland: New York Times Magazine
From physical facilities to sexual assault, Collegeland, a New York Times Magazine special is also available in print at the Pomerantz Business Library.
PrivCo Excellence in Librarianship: Kimberly Bloedel
Congratulations to Kimberly Bloedel, Head of the Pomerantz Business Library! She is one of three people PrivCo has recognized for exemplary support and advancement of the profession. “Kimberly should be commended for excellence in collaborative partnerships and instruction.” – Judging Panel