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November is National Scholarship Month

November is National Scholarship Month

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Paying for college can feel daunting.  Thankfully, there are a number of ways to fund a college education, and scholarships are one of the best available options.  Not only are scholarships a form of free money, but there are thousands of them available that can assist every kind of student in virtually every subject.  Scholarships can offset other forms of financial aid, so if you are a student who is taking out loans to fund your education, a scholarship can reduce the amount you borrow, meaning you owe less in student loans in the long run. Automatic Scholarships Some IU East scholarships are applied at the time of your admission.  Depending on your date of enrollment, your GPA and your … Continued
Celebrating 237 years of the U.S. Constitution

Celebrating 237 years of the U.S. Constitution

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On September 17, 1787, thirty-nine delegates of the Constitutional Convention, our founding fathers, signed and enacted the United States Constitution. This document establishes the “checks and balances” system among the three branches of government: Judicial, Executive, and Legislative. We have celebrated this milestone with Constitution Day on September 17th each year, marking 237 years in 2024. The celebration began in 1940 as “I Am an American Day,” following a resolution by Congress and President Franklin D. Roosevelt and was observed on the third Sunday in May. In 1952, it was renamed “Constitution Day” and moved to September 17th to honor the original signing date. In 2004, Congress renamed it again to “Constitution and Citizenship Day” to also recognize new U.S. … Continued
Banned Books Week: An FAQ

Banned Books Week: An FAQ

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From September 22 to September 28, the IU East Campus Library will be celebrating Banned Books Week, a recognition of the freedom to read.  Since 1982, the America Library Association has maintained a list of the most banned or challenged books in the US.  This blog compiles a list of commonly asked questions, providing responses and links to resources. What is a book ban? According to PEN America, a book ban can be defined as “any action taken against a book based on its content and as a result of parent or community challenges, administrative decisions, or in response to direct or threatened action by lawmakers or other governmental officials, that leads to a previously accessible book being either completely … Continued
Service-Learning 101

Service-Learning 101

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The most frequently asked question by new students visiting the Service-Learning table at campus events is: “What is it?” Volunteering at local organizations?   A course requirement? An important part of many student organizations?   Yes- to each of these and much more! Service-Learning enters the student experience in many forms, in the most wonderfully meaningful ways.  IU East defines service-learning as “an active method of learning in which students engage in structured community service and reflect on the meaning of that service.” Learning through service and reflection- are the two equal and essential components that set service-learning apart from other educational experiences. The Center for Service-Learning at IU East is the hub for all things service-learning.  Students with a … Continued
The Synergy of Communities of Practice and Mentoring

The Synergy of Communities of Practice and Mentoring

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On July 18th, two IU East Librarians will be attending the Academic Libraries of Indiana’s (ALI) Unconference on Communities of Practice and Mentorship. Assistant Librarian of Access Services Beth South currently chairs ALI’s Mentorship Committee and will be presenting on the work of the mentorship committee and mentoring within libraries. Assistant Librarian of Instruction KT Lowe is also a member of the mentorship committee and will discuss communities of practice within libraries. In terms of personal and professional development Communities of Practice (CoPs) and mentoring are two powerful tools that everyone should consider taking part in at some point in their studies or career. Each concept has its own strength and can stand well on its own, but when combined, … Continued