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New approaches to information Libraries using more eye-pleasing displays CMU Libraries' exhibits & events calendar l i b. c m i ch . e d u/ exh i b i ts Our Front Porch Celebrating three decades of the legendary CMU Public Radio program by Abby Clark Whether they are just passing through or entering the doors to hit the books, Central Michigan University students and visitors are seeing video display boards featuring helpful tips and upcoming events on the Park Library walls. Alyson Beland, Integrative Public Relations major and Dundee junior, says the new display boards are a great way to grab the attention of busy students and visitors. "I like how it was such a different approach to use televisions," Beland says. "I didn't even know our Libraries did half of these events." The display boards use video, sound, and still slides to promote upcoming sponsored events, speaker series, and special services offered. Everything from new exhibits to new databases are highlighted to inform patrons and get them involved. "Things about the Libraries can get lost in the mix," says Kari Chrenka, the Libraries' graphic designer. "We try to give the service-oriented items a unified look so they would attract more attention." The display boards also play "Library Minutes," which are short video clips highlighting special services or extraordinary information about the Libraries. The videos add another dimension to the displays to really help them come alive. The Libraries' media-based approach to promoting its services is working. "The televisions caught my attention because they literally sounded like someone was talking to me," Beland says. "It made me want to stay and watch more." • Through January 2014 • Clarke Historical Library, Park Library Foundations Course Art Show Featuring mixed-media student artwork from foundation art classes • Beginning January 2014 • Extended Hours Study Room and Student Gallery, Park Library In the Blink of an Eye: An Exhibition of East/West Cross Cultural Art Highlighting works from award-winning quilt artist Ann Kowaleski • January through February 2014 • Baber Room, Park Library National Undergraduate Student Print Exchange & Exhibition Displaying portfolios of undergraduate student print work • March 1 through March 30, 2014 • Extended Hours Study Room and Student Gallery, Park Library Department of Art & Design Spring Exhibition Featuring work from 2013-2014 B.A.A./ B.A./B.S. graduates of the Art and Design program • April 25 through May 10, 2014 • Extended Hours Study Room and Student Gallery, Park Library 11