For those who would like to view or revisit Ruth Gaba's presentation with CATLA institutions on research, writing, and second year MDiv students, Ruth has now made this available for us.
Run time: It is approximately 45 minutes long.
Update: She plans to conclude her research gathering in December 2009. Please contact her soon if your institution would like to be included in her study or if you'd like to convene a second group.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
CATLA Spring Conference Recap
Last Friday, CATLA held the Spring Conference at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary.
Here is a brief summary of the presentations and events that took place:
Ruth Gaba: Library environments for reading and writing
Optimal environment includes:
Quiet (but not completely silent!)
Good lighting
Flexibility with types of chairs and seating arrangements
Inspiring Ambiance
COFFEE!
among other things...
Ruth discussed the pros and cons of reading and writing in the library according to the group interviews she has been conducting at CATLA schools.
She also shared student responses to the question, 'If your library were a restaurant what kind would it be and why?'
Fast food
Fine dining
Neighborhood coffee shop
Buffet
Greasy spoon diner
Family restaurant
Robert Roethemeyer: Concordia Theological Seminary (Fort Wayne, Indiana)
Robert described the process of preparing for future renovation of the Walther Library. He discussed the thought and collaboration that has led up to the current design proposal as well as various blueprints of the plans for the new addition. This added space will allow for collection expansion in the years to come and the ability for Saarinen Library to intentionally construct places for socializing, places for researching and writing, and places for reflection.
CATLA Business Meeting:
New CATLA Board officers for 09/10 will be Yana Serdyuk (Concordia University Chicago) as Vice President and Amy Koehler (Moody Bible Institute) as Secretary.
Congratulations and welcome!
Some suggested topics for future CATLA conferences:
Round tables to promote staff development led by various departments
Discussion of the relationship between theology and technology
Presentation about copyright issues with electronic journals and serials
Any other ideas are encouraged as well.
Eileen Saner: Building a Green Library
Eileen explained how she decided to build a green library, offered examples of how AMBS Library meets the LEED certification standards, and hosted a tour of the new library, which is a beautiful facility. After many faithful years of service in the space that has now become storage, AMBS is a local leader in the Elkhart County community on being green thanks to the thoughtful efforts of Eileen and other staff members. To God be the glory!
Here is a brief summary of the presentations and events that took place:
Ruth Gaba: Library environments for reading and writing
Optimal environment includes:
Quiet (but not completely silent!)
Good lighting
Flexibility with types of chairs and seating arrangements
Inspiring Ambiance
COFFEE!
among other things...
Ruth discussed the pros and cons of reading and writing in the library according to the group interviews she has been conducting at CATLA schools.
She also shared student responses to the question, 'If your library were a restaurant what kind would it be and why?'
Fast food
Fine dining
Neighborhood coffee shop
Buffet
Greasy spoon diner
Family restaurant
Robert Roethemeyer: Concordia Theological Seminary (Fort Wayne, Indiana)
Robert described the process of preparing for future renovation of the Walther Library. He discussed the thought and collaboration that has led up to the current design proposal as well as various blueprints of the plans for the new addition. This added space will allow for collection expansion in the years to come and the ability for Saarinen Library to intentionally construct places for socializing, places for researching and writing, and places for reflection.
CATLA Business Meeting:
New CATLA Board officers for 09/10 will be Yana Serdyuk (Concordia University Chicago) as Vice President and Amy Koehler (Moody Bible Institute) as Secretary.
Congratulations and welcome!
Some suggested topics for future CATLA conferences:
Round tables to promote staff development led by various departments
Discussion of the relationship between theology and technology
Presentation about copyright issues with electronic journals and serials
Any other ideas are encouraged as well.
Eileen Saner: Building a Green Library
Eileen explained how she decided to build a green library, offered examples of how AMBS Library meets the LEED certification standards, and hosted a tour of the new library, which is a beautiful facility. After many faithful years of service in the space that has now become storage, AMBS is a local leader in the Elkhart County community on being green thanks to the thoughtful efforts of Eileen and other staff members. To God be the glory!
Monday, April 13, 2009
CATLA Spring Conference Driving Directions
Special thanks to Eileen Saner for providing driving directions!
Driving instructions from the west:
The Indiana Toll Road is the most direct route east from Chicago. Interstate 94 (exit by Michigan City), US 20 and State Rd 2 are also easy and toll free. Check a map for details.
Just west of South Bend, take the US 20 Bypass which circles south of South Bend, Mishawaka and Elkhart.
Take the State Road 19 North (Elkhart) exit. There is an AMBS sign on the US 20 Bypass.
From northbound State Road 19, turn right on Mishawaka Road and left on Benham Ave. See the Elkhart map from the AMBS website http://www.ambs.edu/files/images/admissions/campus-visits/maps/elkhart_map.jpg
Take the first left entrance into the seminary campus and park near the chapel. Enter the long low building, Waltner Hall. We are meeting in the Wadsworth Room, immediately on the right by the entrance.
Driving instructions from the northeast:
Follow the directions on the AMBS website: http://www.ambs.edu/admissions/campus-visits/maps
This Elkhart map illustrates the directions. This route is not well marked for visitors to Elkhart County. http://www.ambs.edu/files/images/admissions/campus-visits/maps/elkhart_map.jpg
After turning south (left) on Benham Avenue, drive past the seminary buildings and take the second entrance into the campus, turning right. Park near the chapel. Enter the long low building, Waltner Hall. We are meeting in the Wadsworth Room, immediately on your right after entering the building.
Driving instructions from the west:
The Indiana Toll Road is the most direct route east from Chicago. Interstate 94 (exit by Michigan City), US 20 and State Rd 2 are also easy and toll free. Check a map for details.
Just west of South Bend, take the US 20 Bypass which circles south of South Bend, Mishawaka and Elkhart.
Take the State Road 19 North (Elkhart) exit. There is an AMBS sign on the US 20 Bypass.
From northbound State Road 19, turn right on Mishawaka Road and left on Benham Ave. See the Elkhart map from the AMBS website http://www.ambs.edu/files/images/admissions/campus-visits/maps/elkhart_map.jpg
Take the first left entrance into the seminary campus and park near the chapel. Enter the long low building, Waltner Hall. We are meeting in the Wadsworth Room, immediately on the right by the entrance.
Driving instructions from the northeast:
Follow the directions on the AMBS website: http://www.ambs.edu/admissions/campus-visits/maps
This Elkhart map illustrates the directions. This route is not well marked for visitors to Elkhart County. http://www.ambs.edu/files/images/admissions/campus-visits/maps/elkhart_map.jpg
After turning south (left) on Benham Avenue, drive past the seminary buildings and take the second entrance into the campus, turning right. Park near the chapel. Enter the long low building, Waltner Hall. We are meeting in the Wadsworth Room, immediately on your right after entering the building.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Housing & Tourism @ AMBS
Guest housing at AMBS:
AMBS owns two homes adjacent to the campus that are used as guest houses:
• Several bedrooms have private baths.
• Others share the bath down the hall.
• The overnight cost is $25/person/night, shared or private room.
• A self-serve continental breakfast will be provided in the kitchen for an additional $4/night.
To reserve a room, contact Judy Yoder (Switchboard: 574-295-3726 or Toll Free: 1-800-964-2627). Indicate that you are attending the Chicago Area Theological Library Association meetings.
Hotels:
AMBS is on the south side of Elkhart, near the US 20 Bypass. The two most conveniently located hotels are:
• Comfort Inn
• Holiday Inn Express
Most other hotels are on the north side of Elkhart, near the Toll Road.
Entertainment:
Visit Mennohof, the Amish Mennonite Information Center in Shipshewana, IN.
• About 30 miles east of Elkhart.
• Excellent interactive museum that introduces Amish and Mennonite history and culture.
• It is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Saturday.
If you are interested in going as a group on Thursday and/or Saturday, please respond to Eileen Saner esaner@ambs.edu by March 13.
Eat supper in an Amish home Thursday or Friday evening. There are several Amish families in the area that provide catered meals in their homes, generally in a space specially built for groups. The food is homestyle, farm cooking. Family members are very hospitable and are willing to answer questions about contemporary Amish life after the meal has been served. I would need at least 12 people committed to the meal in order to make the reservation. Please respond to Eileen Saner esaner@ambs.edu by March 13. I will try to get a reservation.
In nearby Goshen, there is an indoor farmers market on Saturday mornings with local produce, meat, cheese, eggs, and crafts (http://www.millrace.org/Farmers_Market). Adjacent to the market is a European-style bakery with fabulous brick-oven breads, pastries and a very nice breakfast. Both the market and the bakery feature local and organic ingredients. This is the place to begin a Saturday of tourism and shopping in Elkhart County and Shipshewana.
For shopping and tourism, see:
http://www.shipshewana.com/
http://www.amishcountry.org/
http://www.goshen.org/dynaPages.php?cid=68
http://www.northernindianagetaways.com/
AMBS owns two homes adjacent to the campus that are used as guest houses:
• Several bedrooms have private baths.
• Others share the bath down the hall.
• The overnight cost is $25/person/night, shared or private room.
• A self-serve continental breakfast will be provided in the kitchen for an additional $4/night.
To reserve a room, contact Judy Yoder (Switchboard: 574-295-3726 or Toll Free: 1-800-964-2627). Indicate that you are attending the Chicago Area Theological Library Association meetings.
Hotels:
AMBS is on the south side of Elkhart, near the US 20 Bypass. The two most conveniently located hotels are:
• Comfort Inn
• Holiday Inn Express
Most other hotels are on the north side of Elkhart, near the Toll Road.
Entertainment:
Visit Mennohof, the Amish Mennonite Information Center in Shipshewana, IN.
• About 30 miles east of Elkhart.
• Excellent interactive museum that introduces Amish and Mennonite history and culture.
• It is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Saturday.
If you are interested in going as a group on Thursday and/or Saturday, please respond to Eileen Saner esaner@ambs.edu by March 13.
Eat supper in an Amish home Thursday or Friday evening. There are several Amish families in the area that provide catered meals in their homes, generally in a space specially built for groups. The food is homestyle, farm cooking. Family members are very hospitable and are willing to answer questions about contemporary Amish life after the meal has been served. I would need at least 12 people committed to the meal in order to make the reservation. Please respond to Eileen Saner esaner@ambs.edu by March 13. I will try to get a reservation.
In nearby Goshen, there is an indoor farmers market on Saturday mornings with local produce, meat, cheese, eggs, and crafts (http://www.millrace.org/Farmers_Market). Adjacent to the market is a European-style bakery with fabulous brick-oven breads, pastries and a very nice breakfast. Both the market and the bakery feature local and organic ingredients. This is the place to begin a Saturday of tourism and shopping in Elkhart County and Shipshewana.
For shopping and tourism, see:
http://www.shipshewana.com/
http://www.amishcountry.org/
http://www.goshen.org/dynaPages.php?cid=68
http://www.northernindianagetaways.com/
Monday, January 26, 2009
CATLA Conference: Spring 2009 @ AMBS
Upcoming Spring CATLA Conference Details:
Friday, April 17th, 10:00-3:00
Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary
Topic: Library as Place
10-10:30 Registration & Refreshments
10:30-12 Presentations by Ruth & Robert
Ruth Gaba ( Concordia University, Wisconsin): Seminary Student Focus Groups on Reading, Writing, & Research
Robert Rothemeyer ( Concordia University, Fort Wayne): Application of Focus Group Data to Building/Planning Library Space
12-1 Lunch
1-1:30 Business Meeting
1:45-2:30 Eileen Saner on "What Makes a Building Green?"
2:30-3:00 Building Tour
More details to come: lunch costs, places to stay, and carpooling opportunities...
To register, email Rebekah Hall rhall@tiu.edu on or before April 1st.
Friday, April 17th, 10:00-3:00
Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary
Topic: Library as Place
10-10:30 Registration & Refreshments
10:30-12 Presentations by Ruth & Robert
Ruth Gaba ( Concordia University, Wisconsin): Seminary Student Focus Groups on Reading, Writing, & Research
Robert Rothemeyer ( Concordia University, Fort Wayne): Application of Focus Group Data to Building/Planning Library Space
12-1 Lunch
1-1:30 Business Meeting
1:45-2:30 Eileen Saner on "What Makes a Building Green?"
2:30-3:00 Building Tour
More details to come: lunch costs, places to stay, and carpooling opportunities...
To register, email Rebekah Hall rhall@tiu.edu on or before April 1st.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Spring 2009 CATLA Conference
Stay tuned for details about the upcoming CATLA conference in Spring 2009. So far, it looks like it will be in April. More information to come as plans unfold.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Spertus visit
This fall, Spertus Institute hosted our CATLA Conference.
The following is a recap of what was covered at Spertus:
CATLA Business Meeting:
Motion to appoint Kate Ganski as Vice President was approved.
Motion to increase CATLA dues to accomodate ATLA 2012 expenses was approved.
Motion to offer one $1,000 scholarship for CATLA librarian to attend his/her first ATLA conference in 2009 at St. Louis was approved.
Spertus Tour:
Glenn Ferdmann, Kathy Bloch, and Camille Shotwell took groups of CATLA members on a tour of Asher Library, Archives, and the Conservation Lab.
Overviews were given by:
Gail Goldberg (Asher Library)
Joy Kingsolver (Archives/Special Collections)
Karen Lee (Conservation Lab)
Encyclopaedia Judaica Comparison/Contrast:
Camille Shotwell provided a brief history of EJ, including the Jewish Encyclopedia.
The second edition does not replace the first. They should be used together.
The first edition emphasizes: Holocaust, State of Israel, and centrality of the Jewish community in the United States.
The second edition has many new articles, contributors, entries, illustrations, and
bibliographical listings. Much has happened with Israel since 1972!
The second edition has strengths and weaknesses. One of the main strengths is the online searchable PDFs for those institutions that purchase the online version. Weaknesses include items omitted, misinformation, and data not updated.
Jewish Reference Sources:
Aside from EJ, there are a host of other useful resources available on Jewish Studies. A few that were mentioned by Kathy Bloch and Glenn Ferdmann include:
Encyclopedia of Judaism edited by Jacob Neusner, Alan J. Avery-Peck and William Scott Green. New York: Continuum, 1999. 3 volumes.
The Oxford Dictionary of the Jewish Religion, R.J. Zwi Werblowsky, Geoffrey Wigoder, editors in chief. New York: Oxford University Press, 1997.
RAMBI
Articles on Jewish people and Eretz Israel
Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia, edited by K. Elliger and W. Rudolph. Stuttgart: Deutsche Bibelstiftung, 1967.
Encyclopedia of Midrash: Biblical Interpretation in Formative Judaism, edited by Jacob Neusner and Alan J. Avery-Peck. Leiden; Boston: Brill, 2005. 2 volumes.
The Mishnah: A New Translation with commentary by Pinhas Kehati. Jerusalem: Eliner Library, Dept. for Torah Education and Culture in the Diaspora of the World Zionist Organization, 1987- 25 volumes.
The Talmud: The Steinsaltz Edition: A Reference Guide, Adin Steinsaltz. New York: Random House, 1989.
Chicago Jewish History:
Joy Kingsolver provided a tour of the Archives and discussed a pertinent resource on Chicago Jewish History owned by Asher Library.
Bregstone, Philip P. Chicago and Its Jews: A Cultural History. Chicago: privately published, 1933. Introduction by Julian Mack.
Much thanks to Spertus staff for their presentations and hospitality!
The following is a recap of what was covered at Spertus:
CATLA Business Meeting:
Motion to appoint Kate Ganski as Vice President was approved.
Motion to increase CATLA dues to accomodate ATLA 2012 expenses was approved.
Motion to offer one $1,000 scholarship for CATLA librarian to attend his/her first ATLA conference in 2009 at St. Louis was approved.
Spertus Tour:
Glenn Ferdmann, Kathy Bloch, and Camille Shotwell took groups of CATLA members on a tour of Asher Library, Archives, and the Conservation Lab.
Overviews were given by:
Gail Goldberg (Asher Library)
Joy Kingsolver (Archives/Special Collections)
Karen Lee (Conservation Lab)
Encyclopaedia Judaica Comparison/Contrast:
Camille Shotwell provided a brief history of EJ, including the Jewish Encyclopedia.
The second edition does not replace the first. They should be used together.
The first edition emphasizes: Holocaust, State of Israel, and centrality of the Jewish community in the United States.
The second edition has many new articles, contributors, entries, illustrations, and
bibliographical listings. Much has happened with Israel since 1972!
The second edition has strengths and weaknesses. One of the main strengths is the online searchable PDFs for those institutions that purchase the online version. Weaknesses include items omitted, misinformation, and data not updated.
Jewish Reference Sources:
Aside from EJ, there are a host of other useful resources available on Jewish Studies. A few that were mentioned by Kathy Bloch and Glenn Ferdmann include:
Encyclopedia of Judaism edited by Jacob Neusner, Alan J. Avery-Peck and William Scott Green. New York: Continuum, 1999. 3 volumes.
The Oxford Dictionary of the Jewish Religion, R.J. Zwi Werblowsky, Geoffrey Wigoder, editors in chief. New York: Oxford University Press, 1997.
RAMBI
Articles on Jewish people and Eretz Israel
Biblia Hebraica Stuttgartensia, edited by K. Elliger and W. Rudolph. Stuttgart: Deutsche Bibelstiftung, 1967.
Encyclopedia of Midrash: Biblical Interpretation in Formative Judaism, edited by Jacob Neusner and Alan J. Avery-Peck. Leiden; Boston: Brill, 2005. 2 volumes.
The Mishnah: A New Translation with commentary by Pinhas Kehati. Jerusalem: Eliner Library, Dept. for Torah Education and Culture in the Diaspora of the World Zionist Organization, 1987- 25 volumes.
The Talmud: The Steinsaltz Edition: A Reference Guide, Adin Steinsaltz. New York: Random House, 1989.
Chicago Jewish History:
Joy Kingsolver provided a tour of the Archives and discussed a pertinent resource on Chicago Jewish History owned by Asher Library.
Bregstone, Philip P. Chicago and Its Jews: A Cultural History. Chicago: privately published, 1933. Introduction by Julian Mack.
Much thanks to Spertus staff for their presentations and hospitality!
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