Sunday, May 24, 2026

Gender-inclusive bathrooms at Berkeley Public Library

I just posted a review on Google Maps for the Berkeley Public Library, about a feature at the downtown library that felt particularly welcoming. And that was, in addition to offering gendered bathrooms, this library gives patrons the OPTION of using gender-inclusive bathrooms.

Saturday, May 16, 2026

CYRM: Winners in 2026



As part of curating a library collection that appeals to reader interests, I make a point of following official results for my state’s reader’s choice award. These are books that won a popular vote among young people choosing their “favorites.” Among recent arrivals to SRCSA library, here are the winners, for 2026, of the California Young Reader Medal.
https://youtu.be/mcV9gfBpkQc

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Drop in international enrollment affects my university’s bottom line

Image credit: UCM’s International Student Services

Here’s an informative article by Charles L. Welch about the economic, educational, and cultural benefits to having international students attend regional public universities: like the University of Central Missouri, through which I am pursuing my graduate studies in librarianship.

Monday, April 20, 2026

UCM’s SOLIS Book Club: Our pick for Fall 2026



In Fall 2026, SOLIS Book Club will read and discuss Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. We’re the only VIRTUAL book club at the University of Central Missouri and our discussion is open to students, faculty, alumni, and staff.
https://youtu.be/Tfh4lj4lhxA