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Celebrating Students – The Journal of Student Research at IU East

Emmy Price, student writing February 17, 2021 Interns, Research mdilwort

The Journal of Student Research at IU East (JSRIUE) is an open-access, digital journal that is composed of student work. The Journal showcases everything from class research papers, literature reviews, creative work, digital presentations, and more! Why should I submit? Students who submit and are accepted for publication in the Journal of Student Research at IU East achieve authorship in a high-quality, open-access journal. Scholars from around the globe will be able to see your work! This accomplishment looks great on a résumé or grad school application. JSRIUE is a digital publication, so you’ll also be able to share a link showcasing your work to friends and family. What are some submission guidelines? The Journal of Student Research at IU East … Continued

Women of Valor: action in government

government, Jenny Hoops, politics, religion, women of valor November 26, 2018 Interns, Programs mdilwort

Elections in November highlighted the incredible accomplishments of several women featured in our Women of Valor: Interfaith Actions for Social Justice guide. These women were some of the first of their faith to be elected to office in the United States, and they have used their platforms to advocate for women’s rights and social justice. Select their name to access interactive digital timelines that tell their stories and struggles, as well as suggestions for further reading on their lives and work. Mazie Hirono won reelection for a second term as Hawaii’s Democratic senator this November. Hirono was born in Japan and immigrated to Honolulu, Hawaii as child, where she grew up in relative poverty. She has served in the Hawaii … Continued

Bicentennial Intern Researches History of IU East Campus and Community Art Partnerships

archives, bicentennial, Brittany Yoder, newspapers, Tom Thomas, Whitewater Valley Art Competition July 16, 2018 Interns, Library Resources, Student Workers mdilwort

Brittany Yoder, summer 2018 IU Bicentennial Intern, is delving into the IU East Archives to research the Whitewater Valley Annual Art Competition and other campus-community art collaborations at IU East. A primary focus is on the late Tom Thomas, an IU East art professor for over 30 years, who brought the campus and community together through various art programs. An online exhibit of Brittany’s research will be uploaded to Omeka, an online presentation site that is publicly accessible. Combs, Jessica. (2009, October/ November) An array of art continues for 31st WVAAC. Howler, pg 4. [Robert Van Sickle, Robert Ladd, Betty Muhl with art]. (November 1, 1974). The Pioneer Press 2(4), pg. 4. Featuring resources from the IU East archives, the … Continued

Oral History Assistant documents experiences and preserves memories

Ashley Clayton, bicentennial, oral history April 16, 2018 Interns, Library Resources, Programs mdilwort

Throughout Fall 2017 and Spring 2018 IU Oral History Assistant Ashley Clayton has been interviewing IU East alumni, staff and faculty, as part of the IU Bicentennial project. Clayton, a senior History major, has completed 28 interviews, and is also transcribing them so the original audio will be accessible online. In preparation for celebrating 200 years of Indiana University in 2020 and IU East’s 50th anniversary in 2021, Clayton has talked with individuals affiliated with IU East from the 1970s to today. They represent varied majors and departments and each interview provides a glimpse into the ways IU has impacted each person. Gloria Dixon is an Assistant professor at IU East, in the School of Nursing. She is from Whitesburg … Continued

Appreciation for Student Staff

staff, Student Workers November 6, 2017 Frances Yates, Interns, Student Workers mdilwort

“Healthy IU” is a program that promotes wellness of faculty and staff. Recently they featured a “Common Good” project, to enhance our community of caring. Activities included the practice of gratitude. As we reflect on what we are grateful for at work, one of the first that comes to mind is student staff. Here at the IU East Campus Library we are fortunate to have exceptional students who work well to ensure we provide excellent service. They also work on a variety of special projects, from oral histories to research to academic enrichment programs. We appreciate each of our Fall 2017 student staff and want you to meet them! Katelyn Groff As an Elementary Education major in her third year … Continued