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volunteering at a place called Cook Library. Cook Library serves mainly as a library but also has a large after-school-program for kids in the neighborhood and also is a community center where many other organizations utilize their space. The role I play at Cook Library is one of a tutor. I help out with the after-school-program by helping the kids who come with their homework, reading, and supervising any other activities that take place. Cook Library is located in a heavily Hispanic…

The Hidden Symbolism Behind the Detroit Public Library As I stepped into one of the huge reading rooms in the Detroit Public Library, or DPL, I was filled with awe. The massive room, coated in decorative plaster and artistic images, felt surreal. The beautiful architecture of the Detroit Public Library is unforgettable and a trade mark of the city beautiful movement. The history of Detroit and its Urban Form defines how people interact with the city today. It ultimately forms various Ways of…

To aid in the analysis of this paper, I used case studies and scrutinized the concepts provided by different media thinkers and library researchers. They were evaluated according to relevance, timeliness and accuracy. There are a number of possibilities that libraries can build on in Participatory Culture. In particular, it supports the Core Values of the American Library Association (ALA) especially that of providing access regardless of technology or format, upholding intellectual freedom…

University Library Assignment: Career Research Paper This assignment will allow you to explore a career or field of your choice, while at the same time learning how to use the Woodward Library. You will research a career, write about what you discover, and compile a bibliography of the sources you used. The librarian for your course may provide you with a folder for this assignment that you can use to keep your sources organized. Follow the steps below to begin. 1. Go to the Woodward…

I am applying to be a library experience assistant. The primary reason is that I am enthusiastic for designing a website and improving user experiences. Also, as a MIS student, my knowledge of basic programming languages and network management will best position myself to the team. My major classes had inspired me and kept me curious about things behind the scene. To be specific, I am curious about how to design a website to meet or exceeds users’ expectations. This job opportunity will provide…

Summary and response for “The Library Card” In the story “The Library Card” by Richard Wright, who is a black writer in America, the author explains his story that he figures out a way to get books from the library and teach himself how to read, which show how reading can influence and affect its readers. One morning, when the black boy was reading a newspaper on which he saw a white man called H.L. Mencken being abused and called a fool by another white man. He got surprise since he used to…

The Library Fire Joe and John had been friends since elementary, and were thrilled to learn they had been accepted into the same college. Secretly, Joe wondered how many Ivy League schools John had turned down to stay with his long-time friend. John was a prodigy, a genius. He always had straight A’s, and was the teacher’s pet in every class. John had dyed his hair two years ago in a bright crimson hue, and his eyes were green. A lot of Christmas jokes had been made, but John didn’t really care…

The Body in the Library, a novel written by Agatha Christie in the early twentieth century, women play a very vital role in helping to uncover the hidden truths throughout the novel (Thinkers View). Agatha Christie, a woman author who could be described as being a feminist, primarily wrote novels about detective fiction, mysteries, and secrets. Christies works symbolized the battle women during this time period were faced with while fighting for enhancement and equality of their rights. The main…

Libraries should not be allowed to ban books from schools because some people find the books inappropriate for containing religious beliefs, homosexuality, offensive language and sexually explicit scenes or descriptions (Lopez). If books can be sold and produce then they should be allowed in libraries. Some books could even educate not only kids but also adults. Everyone has the right to read what they want to read when they are at the library. There is also one week a month that is referred to…

for the Library Associate II position with the Norfolk Public Library. This letter is a summary of my professional work experience and my educational experience. This position and the opportunity for advancement are enticing, and my work experience along with my education make me an ideal candidate for this position. I have over nine years of paid and volunteer library work experience. Additionally, I began my library career as a volunteer Library Aide, and now I am a full-time Library…