OverDrive Launches Upgrade.
OverDrive launched a new version of its website today. ...
In the Know @ the Bentley Library
On Display: Giving
We’ve all heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about Giving Tuesday? Seeking the true spirit of the season, #GivingTuesday is intended to be a global day of giving, encouraging you to help others through the gift of time, donation, or action. Inspired by this year’s #GivingTuesday on November 29, 2016, the library’s latest display is all about giving back. The collection features books about kindness, philanthropy, volunteering, charity, social action, and altruism; there are also some movies feat ...
Database of the Month: PrivCo
Organizations that are family owned or private are typically hard to gather information on. PrivCo serves up private company metrics which would formerly have taken hours to accumulate. It taps multiple reference sources, articles, and industry info. PrivCo connects the user to company directory information, financial data on private companies, and investors involved in private company activity. Who can use it?
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October's New Book, DVD & Audiobook Acquisitions
The October new acquisitions lists have been posted! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new book, DVD and audiobook arrivals by subject or format . ...
FAQ: What is a scholarly article and how do I find one?
What is a scholarly article?
Professors often require students to use articles from scholarly journals in their research papers and assignments. ...
Art Gallery Exhibit: The Genotype Phenotype Project | Helen Donis-Keller
Now on view in the RSM Art Gallery is Genetic Passages: The Genotype Phenotype Project of Helen Donis-Keller, a collection of works by scientist and artist Helen Donis-Keller. An opening reception for the artist will be held on Tuesday, November 15, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. At the reception, Dr. Donna Blancero, Bentley University's Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Programs in Business, will briefly speak on the themes of Dr. Donis-Keller's art and how it relates to issues of diversity.
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Introducing Free Online Access to NYTimes.com
We are excited to announce that current Bentley University students, faculty and staff members now have full complimentary access to NYTimes.com and NYT mobile apps, as well as their international editions, thanks to the library's new subscription to NYTimes.com Group Pass.*
New users activate your Pass for free access to NYTimes.com:
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Resource of the Month: Congress.gov
As we focus on the current Presidential Election, a Library of Congress blog post, Time to Say Goodbye to Thomas, reminds us to check in on our other branches of government. THOMAS.gov retired on July 5, 2016, and Congress.gov is now the place to go to find out what Congress is doing.
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New Arrivals! Books, DVDs & Audiobooks Acquired in September
Check out September's new arrivals! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse for new books, popular reading, DVDs, audiobooks and OverDrive downloadable books. ...
Special Library Hours for Fall Mini-Break: Sat. 10/8 - Tues. 10/11
Note: this post was updated on 09/29/16 to reflect additional changes to the library's hours on Sunday 10/9 and Monday 10/10
Bentley University students will be enjoying a short break over the Columbus Day holiday weekend - Saturday, October 8 through Tuesday, October 11. The library will remain open during this break and the Columbus Day holiday with some exceptions to our normal operating hours. The library's hours are:
Saturday, October 8 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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