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Palgrave Dictionary of Economics

Access to the Palgrave Dictionary of Economics is currently unavailable.  We are working on getting access to this resource restored ASAP. In the meantime, you can consult 

Dictionary of economics

or call 312-341-3643 for any questions.



New Pharmacy Resources

Four New Pharmacy Databases:  Check them out in Online Resources A-Z!

Pharmacy students will find the online access extremely helpful for their lab assignments this term.   Recently added are:

• Burger’s Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Discovery and Development

• Facts & Comparisons @eAnswers 
• Micromedex
• USP-NF – the United States Pharmacopeia - National Formulary plus Food Chemicals Codex

 

Faculty, Staff and students can also find helpful consumer information about drug dosages, interactions and side effects.   For more information, check out the Pharmacy Research Guide at http://libguides.roosevelt.edu/pharmacy.

RU at the Library: Gail

Welcome New Students!

We hope you are ready for a really exciting semester.  Do you remember your visit to the library during orientation?  Were you unable to make it to orientation this year?  Not to worry, here are some of our Orientation Leaders to offer some tips on life in Chicago and give some great advice on how you spend your time at Roosevelt University.  You might even end up with some ideas for new neighborhoods to visit, and restaurants to try!

Meet Gail Concepcion:

What are you studying here at RU?

I am majoring in IMC with a concentration on Public Relations, and minoring in Sociology.

What is your favorite thing about the RU library?

I absolutely LOVE how the library is one of the most dependable places in all of RU… mainly because it opens on time and the staff never fails to assist.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in Chicago? Where is it? Close to campus or in a near-by neighborhood?

One of my favorite restaurants in Chicago is off the red line in the Lakeview neighborhood called Pick-Me-Up Café.  It’s a cute, darling, trendy little place with AMAZING food.  However, if I want something on campus I tend to lean towards Giordano’s Pizzeria or Wingstop!

What is the best part about living in Chicago? Do you dislike anything about living in Chicago?

The best part about living in Chicago is that there is NEVER anything NOT to do. Your CTA-pass will take you anywhere you need to go, thus, adventures await you!

Do you have any advice for students who have just joined the Roosevelt community?

Be involved on campus. It will add so much more to your experience here at Roosevelt University and the city of Chicago. Welcome!!!

 Thanks for the great advice, Gail!  Have a great semester.

If you have any questions about how the library can help you during your time at Roosevelt, please visit us at http://www.roosevelt.edu/library or call 312-341-3643.

RU at the Library: Emily

Welcome New Students!

We hope you are ready for a really exciting semester.  Do you remember your visit to the library during orientation?  Were you unable to make it to orientation this year?  Not to worry, here are some of our Orientation Leaders to offer some tips on life in Chicago and give some great advice on how you spend your time at Roosevelt University.  You might even end up with some ideas for new neighborhoods to visit, and restaurants to try!

Meet Emily Wilkie:

 

What are you studying here at RU?

English minor in Women and Gender Studies in the Honors Program.

What is your favorite thing about the RU library?

I love the librarians because they make a conscious effort to stay current with students and to take an invested interest in the students that attend Roosevelt. This is through all avenues, whether it be research help, instructional times with full classrooms, or creating opportunities for students to learn as much as they possibly can.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in Chicago?  Where is it?  Close to campus or in a near-by neighborhood?

My favorite restaurant in Chicago is the Chicago Diner in Lakeview. I love their nonmeat, no dairy, and gluten free options. It isn’t necessarily that close to campus but it’s simply a few stops away on the Redline!

What is the best part about living in Chicago?  Do you dislike anything about living in Chicago?

The best part about living in Chicago is all of the great networking opportunities. By living here you have the opportunity to reach out and meet a lot of people in a lot of different fields. However, the only thing I dislike about Chicago is all of the tourists. They seem to always get lost directly outside of my apartment door.

Do you have any advice for students who have just joined the Roosevelt community?

Get involved! In whatever way feels right for you and if you don’t see an organization that fits your needs, START IT! All of the possibilities are in your hands here at RU all you have to do is make it happen. :)

 Thanks for the great advice, Emily!  Have a great semester.

If you have any questions about how the library can help you during your time at Roosevelt, please visit us at http://www.roosevelt.edu/library or call 312-341-3643.

RU at the Library: Neo

Welcome New Students!

We hope you are ready for a really exciting semester.  Do you remember your visit to the library during orientation?  Were you unable to make it to orientation this year?  Not to worry, here are some of our Orientation Leaders to offer some tips on life in Chicago and give some great advice on how you spend your time at Roosevelt University.  You might even end up with some ideas for new neighborhoods to visit, and restaurants to try!

Meet Sixia (Neo) Sun:

What are you studying here at RU?

Computer Science.

What is your favorite thing about the RU library?

Microfilms which include periodicals through years.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in Chicago? Where is it? Close to campus or in a near-by
neighborhood?

Lao Beijing.  It's in Chinatown.  Address is 2138 S Archer Ave.

What is the best part about living in Chicago? Do you dislike anything about living in Chicago?

Free concerts and other events in downtown Chicago.

I dislike the moody weather in Chicago summer.

Do you have any advice for students who have just joined the Roosevelt community?

Take a historic tour of Auditurium building and get familiar with the locations of important offices.

 Thanks for the great advice, Neo!  Have a great semester.

If you have any questions about how the library can help you during your time at Roosevelt, please visit us at http://www.roosevelt.edu/library or call 312-341-3643.

 

Fall 2011: Is My Textbook in the Library

It is almost time for the Fall 2011 semester! 

If you are looking for textbooks for your classes, the library might be able to help.  You can search the Roosevelt catalog for the books, or expand your search to over 70 I-Share Libraries.

Searching Roosevelt's Catalog

1. Go to the library's home page
2. Click into the keyword box under the words Search RU Catalog
3. Type your book's title or author in the box, select title or author from the drop-down list, and click Find.

Location will tell you where the book is located (Auditorium, Schaumburg, Reserve, etc.)

Call Number is the number you will need to find the book on the shelf.  Books are listed first by the letters alphabetically, and then follow the numbers in order on the shelf.  If you need help with this, ask any library staff membre.

Copy lets you know how many copies of this book we have.

Status is very important, as it lets you know whether or not the book is here and available for you to take home.

Searching I-Share Libraries

1. Go to the library's home page
2. Click the keyword box under the words Search RU Catalog
3. Type your book's title or author in the box, select title or author from the drop-down list.
4. Change the drop-down menu that says Local Catalog Only to All I-Share Libraries, and click Find.

When you click Find, the I-Share catalog will open and will show whether the book you need is available in another I-Share library. If it is available, you can request to have the book delivered to the Roosevelt University Library location of your choice by clicking the Request 1st Available link that appears below the book's Status in the Location tab:

NOTE: if you do not want to wait for a book to be delivered to the library, check to see if it is available in an I-Share library near you. If so, you can check it out directly from the library using your Roosvelt ID card. Some materials may be restricted, so it is a good idea to check with the library first before visiting. Click Here to view a list of Illinois I-Share libraries.

Looking for more instructions for searching I-Share? You can view a list of video tutorials covering advanced searching techniques in the I-Share and RU catalog by clicking Here.

*Please note, we are no longer able to request any course required texts through InterLibrary Loan (ILL).  If you request a required texts from ILL, it will be cancelled.

To contact the Roosevelt University bookstore about purchasing your books, visit their webpage HERE or call 312-341-3592.

If you cannot find your textbook through Roosevelt or any I-Share Libraries, here is a list of discounted sites and textbook rental sites that could prove useful in your search.  Disclaimer:  RU is not endorsing any of these sites.

 Discounted Sales

www.bigwords.com = ‘The sweetest, cheapest textbook deals on the planet’.

www.alibris.com = Use the “Textbooks” tab to search for new & used textbooks.

http://textbooksrus.com = ‘The books you need, the prices you want’.

http://www.abebooks.com = Use “Textbooks” to search by ISBN, Author, or Title.

http://www.isbns.net = Searches over 100 bookstores and 60,000 booksellers in seconds.

http://www.half.ebay.com = Use the “Textbooks” tab:  Author, Title, Keyword, or ISBN.

http://www.cheapesttextbooks.com = Help in finding extremely cheap college books.

http://www.getcheapbooks.com = Compares 7 million prices for new and used textbooks

Textbook Rental Sites

www.chegg.com = is about 50% cheaper than actual purchasing

www.campusbookrentals.com = text in your reservation using a cell phone.

www.bookrenter.com = “Here to make education more affordable”.

www.skoobit.com = Browse by category or Search by ISBN, Title, Author, or Keyword.

Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

RU at the Library: Irini

Welcome New Students!

We hope you are ready for a really exciting semester.  Do you remember your visit to the library during orientation?  Were you unable to make it to orientation this year?  Not to worry, here are some of our Orientation Leaders to offer some tips on life in Chicago and give some great advice on how you spend your time at Roosevelt University.  You might even end up with some ideas for new neighborhoods to visit, and restaurants to try!

Meet Irini:

What are you studying here at RU?

Hospitality – focusing in event planning

What is your favorite thing about the RU Library?

The constant friendly help from everyone who works there as well as the ability to study and do work with friends.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in Chicago?  Where is it?  Close to campus or in a near-by neighborhood?

I love to go around and try other food so it is hard for me to pinpoint my favorite.  If I have to chose a restaurant that is near campus, I would definitely chose Chipotle.

What is the best part about living in Chicago?  Do you dislike anything about living in Chicago?

I love the availability of many different things to do! There is always a free event to go to.  Chicago is definitely the place to be! I don’t like the inconsistent weather we have, though.

Do you have any advice for students who have just joined the Roosevelt community?

Definitely get involved early.  I love everyone organization I am a part of and I look forward in joining more things in the future.  Also, take advantage of the wonderful opportunities and assistance that Roosevelt has to offer.

 Thanks for the great advice, Irini!  Have a great semester.

If you have any questions about how the library can help you during your time at Roosevelt, please visit us at http://www.roosevelt.edu/library or call 312-341-3643.