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Upcoming Health Sciences Workshops

There are 2 upcoming workshops at the Health Sciences Library that will be of interest to students, residents and researchers. 1. Introduction to Bioinformatics Databases There are a vast number of bioinformatics databases, software tools, and resources available on the

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SBU Libraries Welcomes New Library Faculty!

Dean of Libraries, Constantia Constantinou, (second from left) poses with new library faculty recognized at President Samuel Stanley’s State of the University Address, September 16, 2015. With her are Shafeek Fazal, Associate Director for Library Technology, Discovery, and Digital Services, Kathleen

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Cancer Center Executive Committee Meeting

Library Dean, Constantia Constantinou and Head of Health Sciences Library, Ann Gleason gave a presentation to the Cancer Center Executive Committee on September 8, 2015. Dean Constantinou presented the Library’s strategic plan and Ann Gleason discussed library support available from

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Presentation to Cancer Center Administrators

Library Dean, Constantia Constantinou and Head of Health Sciences Library, Ann Gleason gave a presentation to Cancer Center administrators on September 3, 2015. Dean Constantinou presented the Library’s strategic and Ann Gleason discussed current resources and services available from the

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Did You Know You Can Ask A Librarian Anything?

Yes, it’s true! Our fabulous staff of librarians is here to answer all your questions, big and small. We know ever so many things, from the population of Chicago in 1908 to how to rent a bicycle in French. And

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Trial of Punch Historical Archive, 1841-1992

The library is trialing the Punch Historical Archive, 1841-1992 for the month of September. Punch is one of the foremost vehicles for middle class conservative opinion over its long publication history, and because it combines satirical cartoons as well as textual

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Librarian Constantia Constantinou

SUNY Distinguished Librarian Constantia Constantinou Selected as Dean of University Libraries at Stony Brook University Constantia Constantinou has been named the Dean of University Libraries at Stony Brook University, effective October 1, 2013. The SBU Libraries are comprised of a number of

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Welcome New Students!

Whether you are a first-year student or an incoming transfer, SBU Libraries welcomes you! We have the people, resources, and services to help make your transition to SBU successful and enjoyable. Please check out our First Year Student guide at

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The Library Gets a Name: Frank Melville, Jr.

Frank Melville, Jr.

The main library on the west campus is the Frank Melville, Jr. Memorial Library. But who was Frank Melville, Jr. (1860-1935)? Melville and his wife Jennie rose from humble beginnings and founded the Melville Shoe Company in 1892, which evolved

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Welcome Jamie Saragossi, new Health Sciences Librarian!

Please welcome Jamie Saragossi to Stony Brook University Libraries! Jamie is our new Health Sciences Collection Development and Outreach Librarian. Jamie comes to us from Touro College of Health Sciences where she was Chief Librarian. In addition to her background

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