High Demand for Science Graduates

The Chronicle of Higher Education reports that science graduates have their pick of jobs because they are in such high demand. See the full article here.

WELCOME BACK TO CAMPUS!

A few items about the library that we want to make sure you know about:

• The library offers free, 1-hour workshops on a host of topics. Check out what we've lined up so far.
• This library webpage is just for you!
• Do you know who your house librarian is? Find out here.
• Here are some of the latest additions to the Leisure Reading Collection, located on the 3rd floor of the Sherman Fairchild Library.
• The printing policy has changed. It is now $25 per calendar quarter. See here for details.
  

5 Myths About the Information Age

An interesting short essay in The Chronicle by Robert Darnton, professor and university librarian at Harvard University.

Printing in Dabney Library

A temporary, black and white printer has been installed. A color, multi-function machine will replace it in the weeks to come.

Library Friends' Senior Thesis Prize

The Friends of the Caltech Library have established the Library Friends' Senior Thesis Prize to recognize senior theses that exemplify excellent research, writing, and the effective use of library resources. The prize is accompanied by a $1200 honorarium, and the first prize will be awarded at commencement in June 2011. The deadline for submission of all application materials (nomination, essay, copy of senior thesis, etc.) is the last Friday of April, 2011.

SURF proposals

Considering a SURF? Remember your house librarians are available to help with your proposals. Not sure about a literature review? Can't find a journal article? Looking for background on a potential mentor? Your house librarian can help.