Friday, August 30, 2013

Labor Day Weekend



The Parkland Library will be closed Labor Day weekend. We'll reopen at 7:30 am Tuesday, September 3rd.

A big Thank You to all the workers, in the library and around Parkland College, who serve the students and community.

Read about the history of Labor Day here.

Have a safe Labor Day weekend!

It's not easy bein' green

The library's green roof provided a hands-on classroom environment for Theresa Meer's Pest Management class (HRT 211) on Thursday afternoon. 






Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Way-back Wednesday: Call it by a Name

Two unidentified members of the Prospectus press, ca. September 1969


Parkland’s student-run newspaper began publication in December 1968. Without a name, it was known simply as Parkland Press, but a naming contest was held, and by the third issue, it was officially named Prospectus.  From page 6 of the January 24, 1969 issue, here is a little insight into how Prospectus came into being:

The need for an official name for the college newspaper combined with Bob King’s dire need of money produced the name “Prospectus” – a name of Latin origin.

The $10 reward for the capture of an appropriate college newspaper appellation goes, therefore, to our very own photo editor, Bob King.

The name was one of six chosen from a condensed list of numerous suggestions and was finally accepted after careful examination by our most competent team.

Bob King consulted many books, a “Glossary of Literary Terms,” “Webster’s New Collegiate Dictionarey” (sic), “Roget’s Thesaurus,” and a Superman comic book. His decision came from page 685 of Mr. Webster’s monumental work.

“Prospectus is defined as “a preliminary printed statement that describes an enterprise.” Bob thought that this was appropriate because it wasn't just a summary of an enterprise, but a compiling of facts relevant to the students’ environment, “Besides that, it sounds like something Clark Kent would call it,” he said.

The staff sincerely appreciates all suggestions submitted by students, and expresses regret that all could not be financially rewarded. Some of the more humorous or elaborate names suggested were: The Fang, Snake’s Nest, The Parkland Prism, The Post, Paladin, Precusor (sic), Pandemic, Proselyte, Purveyor, Picayune Peal, the Parasite, the Parkland Peeper, the Parkland Gazette, the Snakeskin, the Falling Leaves, the Grass Roots, the Mind Bender, the Mind Release, De Press, Parkland Messenger, the Venom, the Cobra Beat, the Parkland Cryer, the Peeping Parklander.


Get the latest issue of Prospectus News online or in print here on campus. 

If you have a question about Parkland's history that you'd like to see featured, email us at archives@parkland.edu

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Way-back Wednesday: Then and Now

By now classes have started and you are familiarizing yourself with all the ins and outs, and you may or may not have asked more than one person for directions.  But what if you were one of Parkland’s first class in 1967? Well, if you jumped into your way-back machine, you’d find that you’re one of only 1,338 students. You’re also looking forward to a little more summer, because classes won’t be starting until September 25th. But you’re not at Parkland College as we know it today.  In 1967, the land on which Parkland will be built is still a farm.  It will be five years before the Parkland College that we know today opens its doors.  In the meantime, you’re attending classes, visiting the library, and studying at Parkland’s temporary home: Downtown Champaign. These pictures from the Parkland Archives give you some idea of what you would have seen, but if you click on the links, you’ll see what it looks like now. 

Here’s the Parkland Library, located at 2 Main.



You could study at the Student Center at 134 West Church Street.



Classes were held at both the First Presbyterian and First Methodist Churches on Church Street, as well as in the building formerly known as the Jefferson Building, and the Gym was at 104 E. Park Street. If you had a science class, however, you’d have to hike all the way to 1615 W.Springfield.

And, P.S., don’t look for parking in downtown Champaign. Fortunately, Parkland set up a shuttle bus system to help you get to class.  Nothing much could be done about rain or snow, though, so don’t forget to dress warmly and carry an umbrella.

Now, step back into your way-back machine for your return trip to 2013. Admire the fact that everything is (mostly) under one roof, gaze upon the vastness of the parking lots, and, remember, if you get lost, the friendly Parkland staff is always here to help you find your way.  
 




Monday, August 19, 2013

Get the 411 on the Parkland Library

Whether you're new to Parkland or new to the Library, it's good to know what we have to offer. 

Reserves - Look to see if your instructor put the textbook for your class on reserve. Read the policy here.

Articles - Use the library to find magazine/newspaper/journal articles for your papers.

Books - Find books to read for fun or for research.

Laptops! - Checkout a laptop for in-library-use ONLY for up to 3 hours. Read details here.

Wi-Fi - Bring your laptop to access the free wi-fi throughout the library. Log in with your student email info.  
Kindles - Grab a Kindle e-book reader to read for fun. Get a book you want added to it. Read more about it here.

Printing - 10 cents per page (black & white) / 50 cents per page (color). To print, your username is your Parkland student email login.

Copies - 10 cents per page (black & white) / 50 cents per page (color)

Scanning - FREE! Scan to email, USB, or Google Docs.

Fax - Only fax service on campus for students! Read this for more info.

Headphones - Buy a set for $1.50 OR check out some for free at the Service Desk

Friday, August 16, 2013

Library Hours

Starting Monday, August 19th, the Library is back to regular hours! 

Monday-Thursday  7:30 am - 10:00 pm
Friday                       7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday                  10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunday                     Closed



Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Bestsellers in the Book Sale!!

Who put those Bestsellers in the Library Book Sale?!? Someone must pay...and that's YOU! 50 cents for each book. FIFTY CENTS!! Bring your pocket change & get this great deal while you can.