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Metadata and Discovery Librarian
We are pleased to announce that Jessica Kruppa has joined the UCR Library as our Metadata and Discovery Librarian.
Jessica earned her BA in English from California Baptist University, and her MLIS from the University of Alabama. Most recently, Jessica served as the Cataloging Services Librarian for Gateway Seminary and as a Library Intern at California Baptist University. Jessica brings experience in Integrated Library Systems, discovery, institutional repositories, and cataloging practices. Prior to working in libraries, Jessica served in administrative roles for Lake Perris State Recreation Area and California Rehabilitation Center.
When we return to campus, Jessica will be located in Metadata and Technical Services on the ground floor of Orbach Library, room G44, reporting to Manuel Urrizola, Head of Metadata and Technical Services.
Please welcome Jessica to the library!
Happy Holidays from the UCR Library
Second image: Drone shot of the campus with snow capped mountains. (UCR/Taylor Ruthford)
Virtual Reality prototype launches third round of testing at UCR Library
Dr. Juliette Levy will return to the UCR Library to take students on a third round of testing with her early-stage virtual reality prototype, “Che’s Village.”
The prototype was built to amplify students' experience of studying Che Guevara's speech, "Social Ideals of the Rebel Army," which he delivered on January 27, 1959.
The third round of VR experimentation will take place in the Teaching & Learning Center in Rivera Library from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Monday, Nov. 5 and Tuesday, Nov. 6. The experience should take approximately 10 to 15 minutes to explore, and developers were available to discuss user feedback immediately afterward.
Levy and her co-creator Tawny Schlieski listened to feedback from the first- and second-round beta testers when they debuted “Che’s Village” in February 2017 and again in June 2017. They integrated users’ previous suggestions into this newly redesigned VR module.
This VR system was originally developed for Levy’s History 75 (Introduction to Latin American History) course, but all interested UC Riverside students, faculty, and staff were welcome and encouraged to participate.
Those interested are encouraged to RSVP to guarantee a spot.
Accessing Special Collections & University Archives (SCUA) Materials
Below, you’ll find all the resources you need to explore and access our collections.
Getting Started with SCUA
If you’re new to SCUA, we recommend starting with our Introduction to UCR Special Collections and University Archives presentation. It provides an overview of the types of materials we house and the services we offer.
How Do I Find - Music & Scores
Use the UCR catalog to find music scores and recordings held in the library.
Access Services Desk Assistant - Orbach
The UCR Library is delighted to announce that on Jan. 22, 2019, Jason Mazzotta joined the UCR Library team as our Access Services Desk Assistant - Orbach.
Jason will be located in Circulation/Course Reserves on the first floor of the Orbach Library, reporting to Elisha Hankins, Access Services Desk Coordinator.
Jason earned his BS in Communications from Southern Connecticut State University.
Most recently, Jason served as the Collection Services/Circulation Associate in the University Library at Smith College.
Please join us in welcoming Jason to the library!
Collections Maintenance – Stack Shift Coordinator
The UCR Library is pleased to announce that Michael (Mike) Ferrari has accepted the position of Collections Maintenance – Stack Shift Coordinator, effective March 18, 2019.
Michael will be working in the Collections Strategies Department located in the Rivera Library, reporting to Michelle Gipson, Head of Collection Maintenance.
Michael earned his Masters of Arts Degree in American History from San Jose State University. He also earned his Bachelors of Arts Degree in History from San Jose State University. Michael has over four years of experience working as an Adjunct Professor and Government and History Teacher. In addition, Michael has over seven years of experience working as a Library Support Specialist for Canada College.
Michael has an extensive background working in stack maintenance, training, directing stack maintenance workers, editing, and interpreting bibliographic records.
Please join us in welcoming Mike to the library!
Interlibrary Loan Update: My ILL Retiring, Tipasa Launching July 1
The way you place interlibrary loan requests will stay the same; this upgrade improves behind-the-scenes workflows.
Beginning July 1, the UCR Library will transition to Tipasa, an interlibrary loan (ILL) system that will replace VDX/My ILL. This update will streamline internal workflows and introduce efficiencies and automation on the back end. For patrons, the requesting process will remain unchanged.
You will continue to place ILL requests through UC Library Search.
The most important changes to note:
- Electronic documents will now be delivered via email only.
- You can still log into your UC Library Search account to view all requested or loaned ILL materials and to request renewals.
- To log in to your UC Library Search account, visit search.library.ucr.edu. On the homepage, you can select Sign In at the top right or select Sign in to your Account under Library Account in the middle of the homepage. After making your selection, select UCR Net ID to sign in and you’ll be taken to the UCR’s Single-Sign-On page where you can log in.
- You will be able to view items you request in My ILL through December (to access older requests and documents). Requests made after July 1 will not be accessible via My ILL.
We appreciate your patience as our ILL Team works through this system transition and troubleshoots any potential issues.
If you encounter any issues or have any questions, please contact us at interlib@ucr.edu. For general information on interlibrary loan at UCR, please visit: https://library.ucr.edu/using-the-library/interlibrary-loan
Putting students first for Giving Tuesday
On Tuesday, December 1, UC Riverside will host its third annual Day of Giving, a unique, online fundraising opportunity that lasts only 24 hours.
For our 2020 Day of Giving, the UCR Library has chosen to highlight the Students First Fund.
There are two ways you can help.
One: Post on social media about the Day of Giving. Tag us (@ucrlibrary on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook) and include the hashtag #GivingTueUCR in your post, so we can interact with you. (Hint: Also tag some fellow Highlanders who love the library.)
You can use the “Share” buttons (above right) to share this story easily by email, Facebook or Twitter.
Two: Make your gift using the button below (be sure to choose "Library Students First Fund"). All charitable contributions are tax-deductible and will directly benefit all students at UC Riverside who rely on the resources and remote services provided by the UCR Library.
