| Wish I’d Thought of That |
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The Wiffle Ball. Fleece. The Web. And now this. A million bucks in 4 months. Sigh. Why don’t I ever think of this stuff? |
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Submitted by: Dan Giancaterino, Education Services Manager
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Comments (0)December 26, 2005
| Experts & Services Online Directory |
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When looking for experts, don't forget to search the Martindale-Hubbell Experts & Services Directory. This free online directory is a searchable database of experts and consultants. |
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Submitted by: Nancy Garner, Assistant Director of Knowledge Services
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| AILA’s Asylum Primer, 4th Editon |
 By Regina GermainAILA's Asylum Primer provides practical, interpretive guidance of the entire asylum process. Intended for everyone from attorneys to government officials, from law professors to law students, from nonprofit organizations to asylum seekers themselves, AILA's Asylum Primer will help you understand and resolve critical asylum issues and provide answers to help you through the asylum process — from the first meeting until you close the case. Library Record • Borrow it • Buy it • More Titles |
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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Digital Content Coordinator
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December 20, 2005
| More Google Traffic Figures |
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Update to my earlier blog: Google Book Search traffic increased over 300% during the period November-December. It now accounts for 1.5% of all Google traffic. Why did GBS get a bump? Google added a “Try your search again on Google Book Search” link at the bottom of the results page. (Details at Search Engine Watch.) While you’re at the bottom of the results page, click on the “Search Within Results” link as well. |
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Submitted by: Dan Giancaterino, Education Services Manager
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| Google Librarian Newsletter |
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I mentioned back in October that Google would be providing a newsletter geared toward librarians, well the first issue has been sent. Librarians can subscribe and offer suggestions and lesson plans at the Google Librarian Center. |
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Submitted by: Nicole Engard, Former Web Manager
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| Head of Outreach Services Wins 3rd Place in AALL Photo Contest |
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Jenkins’ own Ida Weingram, Head of Outreach Services, had 2 photos published in this month’s AALL Spectrum. Her shot of Library Director Regina Smith took 3rd place in the “Librarians as Mentors” category of the AALL photo contest. Her other portrait of Joan Mazuchowski and Lexis rep Michael Bannon appeared in the “Day in the Life of the Law Library Community” section. Kudos to Ida! |
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Submitted by: Ida Weingram, Head of Outreach Services
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December 19, 2005
| And the Winner Is … |
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… Google. On December 15th, they agreed to buy 5% of AOL for a billion dollars. Concise details available via NY Times (registration required). Yahoo and Comcast backed out of the bidding early. But Microsoft hung in there till the end. The deal ensures that Microsoft will remain a distant third in the world of search. Wonder if any chairs were thrown around in Redmond this weekend? Postscript 12/19/2005: The Times reported that AOL was also granted $300 million of Google AdWords to promote its content and that Google will feature AOL content whenever appropriate in a OneBox on the results page. Postscript 12/20/2005: The Times (them again!) gave further details: AOL can sell advertising on Google, AOL and Google will make their instant messengers compatible (similar to the MSN-Yahoo agreement in October), and the 2 parties will collaborate on video search. OK, I’m done with this. |
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Submitted by: Dan Giancaterino, Education Services Manager
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| State Constitutions Of The United States, 2nd Edition |
 By Robert L. MaddexThe author of Constitutions of the World and The Illustrated Dictionary of Constitutional Concepts has provided a valuable resource on the constitutions of each state and three U.S. territories. Introductory material provides perspective on the significant role of the state documents in the nation's history and in recent years. Library Record • Borrow it • Buy it • More Titles |
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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Digital Content Coordinator
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December 15, 2005
| The Rough Guide to the Internet |
 By Peter Buckley, Duncan ClarkThis multi-million-selling Internet book is still the ultimate handbook for novices and experts alike. Written in plain English, it covers everything from getting online for the first time to newsfeeds, Internet telephony and advanced tips and tricks guaranteed to turn casual surfers into Net gurus. Whether you've never sent an email or you want to keep up with the latest developments, you need this book. Library Record • Borrow it • Buy it • More Titles |
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Submitted by: Malgorzata Pawska, Digital Content Coordinator
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December 13, 2005
| Gift Ban for Philadelphia Officials |
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According to Executive Order 002-04, you may not offer traditional holiday gifts or anything of value to Philadelphia officials and employees in the administrative branch of government in the City of Philadelphia. To learn more about the gift ban and other ethics rules, visit the Philadelphia Board of Ethics’ website. Companies or individuals who violate the gift ban, may be subject to sanctions. |
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Submitted by: Kathy Coon, Deputy Director
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