E-NEWS Vol. 28 No. 4 April/May 2021 Hosting ACL Conference The library is hosting the 64th annual conference of the Association of Christian Librarians in June 2021. Unlike the four previous occasions when Cedarville hosted the conference, this one will be entirely virtual. The conference features a keynote by Dr. Kevin Jones, Dean of the School of Education at Cedarville, and preconference presentations by copyright expert Carla Myers (Miami University) and professor and researcher Dr. Miriam Matteson (Kent State University). The four-day conference also includes 15 workshops, networking sessions, and interest group meetings as approximately 200 librarians from around the globe hone their skills and professional excellence. Graduating Student Staff Members The library depends upon its student staff to carry out its mission well. Thank you for your service 2020-21 graduating seniors: Hannah Shaffer, Sarah Trigg, Jamie Weinhold, Michael Winter, Emilie Schulze, Shane Annarumo, Abbey Hendrigsman, Anna Jennings, David Elliot, Alex Istrate, Regina Wright, Emily Huck, and interns Jacy Stahlhut and Ashley Riddle.
2021 Library Staff Recognitions Each year the library honors outstanding employees with individual awards. At this year’s student recognition event in March, the Top Scholar Award, recognizing the graduating senior with the highest GPA, was given to Alex Istrate. Alex is a Circulation Services student worker majoring in engineering who holds a 4.0 GPA. Library Careers Program: 2021 Centennial Library Scholarship Winner The Centennial Library Scholarship Award in Library Science was established to encourage and actively support the next generation of library and information specialists, and especially to encourage those who will fill the future library faculty ranks of Christian universities. Senior music major Jacy Stahlhut was awarded this year’s scholarship. She plans to attend the Indiana University to pursue a graduate degree in library science. The SOAR Award is presented to a student assistant who demonstrates leadership, creativity, service, initiative, or performance that exceeds the normal expectations of his or her job description. The 2021 award honoree was Michael Winter, a senior who worked as the library 3-D printing specialist in the MediaPLEX. The Student Choice Award allows student employees to recognize a peer who exemplifies excellent work traits. From among those nominated, the Student Staff Advisory Group selected Jack Strunk as the recipient of the 2021 Student Choice Award based on his communication, reliability, willing attitude, and excellent work. The library’s STAR Award recipient is selected and nominated by his or her colleagues in the library. It recognizes employees who provide quality service, represent the library well, demonstrate teamwork, promote a constructive work environment, and/or are innovative in carrying out their job responsibilities. This year’s award winner was Nathanael Davis. Nathanael was recognized for his tireless service, his optimism and openness, and his willingness to do whatever it takes to help and support his colleagues and faculty and students.
Faculty in Print Matthew Bennett, Assoc. Professor of Missions and Theology 40 Questions About Islam, Kregel, 2020. Islam is one of the most significant forces shaping the world today, but most Christians are confused about its key beliefs and practices. Many wonder about the apparent similarities and obvious differences between Christianity and Islam, and want to reach out to Muslim friends or neighbors with the gospel but don't know where to begin. Having spent several years living in North Africa and the Middle East, the author guides readers through Islam’s key tenets and provides answers to critical questions. Helpful summaries at the end of each chapter encapsulate important information, followed by discussion questions useful for personal or small-group study. Whether you want to understand Islam better or reach Muslims for Christ, 40 Questions on Islam is an indispensable primer and reference book. Alumni in Print Angela Henderson, (Class of 2000) Isaac and Izzy’s Tree House, Whitespark Publishing, 2020. With summer warming the world, Isaac decides it's time for a new adventure with his favorite Sugar Maple. But his plans for a tree house turn out to be a spectacular...failure. And the animals who call the tree home are in a tizzy over it too. Isaac doesn't understand why his tree isn't making some of its magic...until it delivers the most magical help of all--a new friend! This whimsical tale of delight, discovery, and unexpected friendships is as sweet as sprinkled donuts and will bring you back for another season's adventures. Library Book Sale The annual library book sales are always eagerly anticipated by faculty and staff. This year, 3,449 items were available in our five-day Spring book sale, raising $1,863 for the library’s Alumni Scholarship in Library Science.
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