Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Thursday, January 9, 2020
Welcome Jackie Lepeau!
We are so excited to welcome our new full-time
librarian, Jackie Lepeau!
Tell us a little about your background in libraries:
I started out as an elementary school librarian
at my hometown in Lemoore, California. Then I was a youth services librarian
for eight branches with the Fresno County Public Library (FCPL). I supported early literacy programs and
developed early learning centers at FCPL. I also created fun story times
and programs--Dungeons and Dragons was a particularly popular event!
Lastly, I was an adjunct librarian at two
community colleges I attended as an undergrad: West Hills College, Lemoore and
College of the Sequoias, Visalia (COS). At COS, I taught one-unit courses on
information literacy (LIBR 101: College Research Strategies, LIBR 102: Internet
Information Resources, LIBR 103: Evaluating Information Sources) and was an
adviser for the COS Giant Book Club. The Club created campus-wide events, like
poetry slams to celebrate Black History Month.
What draws you to working with community college students?
I enjoy working at community colleges because I
believe that I can make a true impact on the students that I meet on a daily
basis. I see myself in each student, because I myself was in their shoes! I
want to make the lives of students easier and more enjoyable. I think that the
library and the library staff have a crucial and pivotal role in the lives of each
and every student.
My favorite book is: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Any other interesting details you may want to
share?I enjoy board games and traveling. My BA is in
Anthropology, so I took a trip last summer to the Democratic Republic of
the Congo to help track and observe bonobos in the wild! Coolest celebrity event to happen to me: Having
John Cleese ride with me in my Prius!
Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Memorial Day
The Moorpark College Library will be closed
Monday May 27, 2019
in honor of
Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Asian American Heritage Month
May
is
Asian American Heritage Month
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| Call Number: E184.A75 L43 2015 |
The above title offers a broad and informative perspective of the Asian American experience from a historical perspective and can be found among our over 200 titles available through the Moorpark College Library on this subject area.
The Library also has a rich collection of videos through Films on Demand. The collection includes interviews with George Takei and Maya Lin. Also there are Documentaries such as The Slanted Screen: Asian Men in Film and Television available to view for students and faculty of Moorpark College.
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
LLR Extended Hours
The Library and Learning Resources building will be extending their hours for Spring finals beginning May 6, 2019.
Extended Hours Spring 2019 (May 6 - 17)
May 6 - 11
| Monday - Thursday | 7:00am - 8:00pm |
| Friday | 7:00am - 5:00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | 7:00am - 5:00pm |
May 13 - 17
| Monday - Thursday | 7:00am - 8:00pm |
| Friday | 7:00am - 12:00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
Monday, April 8, 2019
3D Design Art Display
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| 3D Design Wood Sculptures |
We are excited to have the 3D Design class exhibit their work in the Library.
Below is a description of the assignment courtesy of Cynthia Minet:
The
assignment was to use only one entire 2 x 4 inch x 8 foot board, and
to use it in its entirety, except for small cut-off pieces and sawdust,
(although some used even the sawdust). They were to construct
a free-standing sculpture that illustrates one dominant principle of design.
Students chose to represent repetition, emphasis, symmetrical and
asymmetrical balance, movement/rhythm, scale, unity and variety, and
economy.
The
students learned to use the wood working tools, including the miter saw,
jigsaw, nail gun, power sander, band saw, table saw, drill press, drill,
clamps, and hammers and chisels. Much of the project wouldn't have been
possible without the tools purchased by the MC MakerSpace.
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Women's History Month
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| Maya Angelou |
We are proud to share our vast collection of titles that honor the many notable women throughout history. The book jackets shown here are examples of what is available for a 3 week loan to students and staff.
We are also celebrating Women's History through our display
cabinet on the second floor of the LLR building.
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| Elizabeth Cady Stanton & Susan B. Anthony |
If you are interested in our online content, we also have over 600 titles that cover Women's History across cultures, traditions, and nationalities.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
American Politics
African American history wouldn't be complete without highlighting some of the many influential political figures that have been instrumental in pushing the boundaries and advocating for equality and fair representation across demographics through political participation.
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| Hiram Rhodes Revels (courtesy of Library of Congress) |
Born in North Carolina in 1827, Hiram Rhodes Revels became the first African American
member of Senate in 1870. (source)
Shirley Chisholm
In 1968 Shirley Chisholm became the first African American woman to become elected to the House of Representatives. (source)
Colin Powell
In 2001 General Colin Powell became the first African American Secretary of State. (source)
We are honored to celebrate these and the many other amazing individuals who demonstrated strength and bravery in the face of opposition to represent and advocate for the value of diversity and equal representation.
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Black Veterans
Thank You for Your Service! |
Today we are proud to acknowledge the strength and bravery of our African American Veterans.
The legacy of these courageous individuals can be found documented in the following anthology, which can be picked up in the Moorpark College Library:
Other recommended titles within our collection include (but are not limited to):
by Douglas R. Egerton
By Arthur E. Barbeau and Florette Henri
By Neil A. Wynn
(Online Access)
by Wallace Terry
...And finally,
below we highlight the life of the oldest WWII Veteran, Richard Overton,
celebrated in the following National Geographic video.
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Richard Overton
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Blues
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| A Bad Woman Feeling Good |
Originating in the South, Blues music beats at the heart of African American History. The soulful lyrics stir the emotions and the distinctive style has influenced musicians and artists across genres and mediums. (source)
Today we celebrate the female legends that have influenced blues and left an indelible mark in our hearts and history.
The above book is available for check out and below we have links to titles that highlight some of the incredible women who have been instrumental in influencing the world through their music.
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| Billie Holiday |
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
Althea Gibson
Althea Gibson
In 1950 the United States National Championships, now the US Open,
provided a stage for Althea Gibson to challenge stereotypes and break barriers
as the first African American tennis player to compete there.
Six years later, she won the French open and later won the
Women's Doubles at Wimbledon.
This phenomenal woman continued to establish herself
as a force to be reckoned with, which
eventually saw her move into golf
as she joined the LPGA Tour
as the first black female member of the association.
(Source)
Althea Gibson's biography,
is available for check out at the MC Library.
Friday, February 1, 2019
Carter G. Woodson
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| Carter G. Woodson |
This month we will be highlighting notable African-American individuals
in celebration of African-American History Month.
Our first historical figure is
Carter G. Woodson,
also known as the "Father of Black History."
Born to former slaves, Dr. Woodson became an esteemed
writer, publisher, and historian.
He established a wealth of scholarly works aimed at
building a historic narrative that would
include the critical contributions of
African Americans throughout American history.
Founded by Dr. Woodson,
Black History Week became official in 1926,
Black History Week became official in 1926,
which then quickly grew to become
Black History Month.
(source)
Titles available at the Moorpark College Library
written by Carter Godwin Woodson
include:
further reading available for easy access from your device
(Student/Staff Login Required).
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Martin Luther King Jr.
"I have a dream..." are words that have resonated throughout our history since they were spoken at the Lincoln Memorial on that balmy August day in 1963.
While that speech is a popular reference to the man that we all know as Martin Luther King Jr., he also left a powerful impact on multiple fronts.
The Moorpark Library is proud to provide access to over a hundred resources of material relating to works generated by this iconic individual.
If you have any questions relating to access to these materials, please don't hesitate to Ask a Librarian.
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