On July 12th 2022, NASA released the first five images taken by the powerful James Webb Space Telescope. After 17 years of construction and testing, Webb was launched into orbit in 2021 as a successor to the Hubble and Spitzer Space Telescopes. Built to create high-resolution images by detecting infrared light, scientists expect that Webb… Continue reading Looking 13 Billion Years into the Past is Just the Beginning
Category: Technology
Play a Fake News Game
Misinformation and disinformation are readily found in your social media feeds. In this game, you will play the part of a producer of fake news trying to earn badges to become the “Master of Disinformation”. As you learn how to deceive your followers, this game will teach you the techniques used by influencers to deceived… Continue reading Play a Fake News Game
Carpool – The Remix: Creation of the PiggyBack Ride Share Network
Founder of the PiggyBack network, Ismael El-Amin, will discuss the development of the PiggyBack network which is a way for parents to share rides to and from schools and activities. Not only does PiggyBack make life easier but it also reduces traffic congestion and reduces our total carbon footprint. The PiggyBack network is a Chicago-based… Continue reading Carpool – The Remix: Creation of the PiggyBack Ride Share Network
How to stop Facebook from tracking you on your iPhone
In the new iPhone update (14.5), iPhone users will have the ability to “Ask App not to Track.” This is a new feature with this update that makes your online privacy stronger. For more information, take a look at this Washington Post article: Facebook now has to ask permission to track your iPhone. Here’s how… Continue reading How to stop Facebook from tracking you on your iPhone
Students can reserve a virtual study space to collaborate with classmates and peers!
Students can reserve a virtual space to work remotely with other students. They can reserve an online space through the Library’s Website (under quick links) or directly by clicking on this link. The virtual study spaces are available to all students using their network login. The virtual study spaces utilize Microsoft Teams and can be accessed from laptop, cellphone,… Continue reading Students can reserve a virtual study space to collaborate with classmates and peers!
You’ve Heard of the Nobel Prize… But Have You Heard of the Ig Nobel Prize?
Sometimes research is funny. No, really! Using actual money and resources to study if roller coasters can help move kidney stones? Comedy GOLD. When research, either good or bad, is funny and thought provoking it can earn an Ig Nobel Prize. Organized by the Annals of Improbable Research, ten prizes in different fields have been… Continue reading You’ve Heard of the Nobel Prize… But Have You Heard of the Ig Nobel Prize?
“How do I _____ at the Library?”: A Library Choose Your Own Adventure
Using the library can be an adventure, especially with so many recent changes. Follow the steps in this guide to find the information you need to be successful this semester. Choose a “character” to get started on your library adventure! First, Choose Your Character: Student Staff or Faculty Member Member of the Community You’ve Chosen… Continue reading “How do I _____ at the Library?”: A Library Choose Your Own Adventure
Be An Information King
Our librarians are here for you on the chat reference site: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM-10:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM- 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM Ask us any questions you would if we were on campus. Be an Information King.
Happy Birthday Raspberry Pi!
Eight years ago a credit card-sized, affordable computer landed on the market, making computing and programming accessible to a wide audience. Since then, the Raspberry Pi has been a hit with scientists, hobbyists, students, and kids alike. Take a look at these fun projects for beginners to get some inspiration! The Library has several books… Continue reading Happy Birthday Raspberry Pi!
Katherine Johnson 1918 – 2020
Today marks the passing of one of the great minds of mathematics. Katherine Johnson, a mathematician at NASA during the Space Race, contributed to projects such as America’s first human space flight, the first moon landing, and the Space Shuttle. In 2015 she received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor given to civilians,… Continue reading Katherine Johnson 1918 – 2020