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Tell the architect that he is personally accountable for every kid that
leaves the library AWOL and every book that leaves AWOCO (absent without
check-out).  Then see if MAYBE he doesn't change his mind.    If not,
invite him to spend a few hours in the library during peak periods.

Gail Dickinson

>DATE:   Fri, 22 Jul 1994 08:31:00 EDT
>FROM:   Anitra Gordon <agordon@EDCEN.EHHS.CMICH.EDU>
>
>We're remodelling and the architect suggests not having the circulation desk by
> the exit.  What do you think?
>We'll be having about 15 computer stations.  Should they be in the main reading
>room? or in a room off the library, connected by glass panels?  Or some
>in each location?
>How many computers (networked) should we have for 1000 students?
>What type of printer (s) do you suggest?  I understand ink jet refills are
>expensive.  Are they more expensive than laser cartridges?  We have IMB/clones
>I can always send items to laser printer in computer lab.  We'll be using
>CD encyclopedias and there is always a lot of printing.
>We'll be having a "head-end" system for videos.  Any suggestions on location?
>Use? Problems?
>Should I have the secretary work behind the circulation desk regularly on
>her non-circulation jobs?  Or continue to have her use her office which
>which is about 20 feet from the circulation desk (but has windows-real ones.)
>General suggestions?  ideas?  warnings?
>What are 10 best CD-ROMs for grades 9-12?  Thanks.
>
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>
>q


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