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Developing an outstanding core collection : a guide for libraries / by Alabaster, Carol.(CARDINAL)214379;
Includes bibliographical references and index.The philosophy of adult core collections -- Developing a core collection policy statement -- Selecting a core collection -- Creating and maintaining core collections -- Implementing the core collection -- Core selection resources and works cited -- Sample core lists with selection criteria and sources."In this practical handbook, newly updated for 2010, Carol Alabaster focuses on developing a collection with high-quality materials while saving time and money. She addresses key collection development questions, including: What criteria are used to identify a core title? ; What is the process for making selections? ; How is a collection maintained and improved? ; How are core titles tracked in the library's acquisition and circulation systems? Packed with selection resources and sample core lists in seven subject areas, this soup-to-nuts manual will be useful whether you are starting from scratch or revitalizing an existing collection."--Page 4 of cover.
Subjects: Public libraries;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Heavenly essays : 50 narrative college application essays that worked / by Robinson, Janine,author.;
Collection includes sample narrative essays and analysis by the author that explains what worked and why.
Subjects: Universities and colleges; Exposition (Rhetoric); College applications;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Successful resumes made E-Z / by Nickart, Janet.(CARDINAL)687107;
1. Understanding the resume -- 2. Putting it all together -- 3. Fine tuning your resume -- 4. The cover letter -- 5. Sample resumes and cover letters."Get that all-important interview, secure your dream job, exploit your strengths and gain confidence"--Cover. Includes information on chronological resumes, combination resumes, cover letters, curriculum vitae, electronic resumes, references, work location, working conditions and other topics.
Subjects: Résumés (Employment);
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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H.P. Lovecraft : selected works, critical perspectives and interviews on his influence / by Lovecraft, H. P.,(Howard Phillips),1890-1937,author.; Butts, Leverett,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."This collection of H.P. Lovecraft's most influential works presents several of his most famous stories, a sampling of his poetry and an abridgment of his monograph Supernatural Horror in Literature, with commentary providing background and context"--
Subjects: Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937;
Available copies: 0 / Total copies: 1
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Protein power / by Eades, Michael R.; Eades, Mary Dan.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Low-carbohydrate diet.; Reducing diets.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Strengthening portfolio-building skills / by Rauf, Don,author.(CARDINAL)464132;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 57-60) and index.Portfolios for all -- Filling your portfolio -- Making a great student portfolio -- Portfolios pitfalls and how to avoid them -- What employers see.When it comes to landing a job, a portfolio has been a tool often used by graphic artists, architects, and possibly writers. In today's world, a portfolio may help just about anyone seeking a professional career. A portfolio is a collection of work samples that can bring to life the achievements and skills you present on a r sum . Addressing career-ready standards of the Core Curriculum, this essential book teaches readers how to build a powerful portfolio no matter what career path they are on. Tips are included on how to avoid mistakes, make a stellar presentation, and highlight student accomplishments.
Subjects: Young adult literature.; Young adult literature.; Employment portfolios.; Portfolios in education.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Cold calling techniques : (that really work!) / by Schiffman, Stephan.(CARDINAL)776305;
MARCIVE 12/19/07
Subjects: Telephone selling.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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The new bankruptcy : will it work for you? / by Elias, Stephen,author.(CARDINAL)163089; Bayer, Leon D.,author.(CARDINAL)371857;
Includes bibliographical references and index.What is bankruptcy? -- Who can file for bankruptcy -- How bankruptcy affects your debts -- Your property and bankruptcy -- Your home -- What happens to personal property that secures a loan -- Making the decision -- Your credit cards -- Your job, freedom, and self-respect -- Bankruptcy forms and procedures -- Getting help with your bankruptcy -- Alternatives to bankruptcy -- Federal and state exemption tables -- Charts and worksheets -- Sample bankruptcy forms.
Subjects: Law for laypersons.; Bankruptcy;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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Across the boundaries of race and class : an exploration of work and family among Black female domestic servamts / by Dill, Bonnie Thornton,author.(CARDINAL)887880;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 145-154) and index.Introduction. The research problem ; Occupation: domestic servant ; From live-in to live-out and days work ; The personalized employer/employee relationship ; The impact of race -- Methodology. Research design ; The sample ; The participants ; The interview ; Data anaylsis -- Lives: three case studies. Lena Hudson ; Jewell Prieleau ; Opallou Tucker -- Work and personal dignity. Stories of resistance ; Careers -- Childrearing goals and strategies. Domestic work and upward mobility ; Protecting the children ; Raising the children -- Conclusions.
Subjects: Women household employees; African American women.; Work and family;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The cartoon introduction to statistics / by Klein, Grady.(CARDINAL)541639; Dabney, Alan,1976-(CARDINAL)401903;
Introduction : they're everywhere... -- Gathering statistics. Numbers ; Random raw data ; Sorting ; Detective work ; Monster mistakes ; From samples to populations -- Hunting parameters. The central limit theorem ; Probabilities ; Inference ; Confidence ; They hate us ; Hypothesis testing ; Smackdown ; Flying pigs, drooling aliens, and firecrackers -- Conclusion: thinking like a statistician -- Appendix: the math cave.
Subjects: Graphic novels.; Comics (Graphic works); Mathematical statistics;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 3
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