IDS Bulletin online accessibility February 19, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Library resources , comments closedI just wanted you to know that since 2002 the International Development Studies Bulletin (monthly journal received at Duke) is available to subscribers from Ingenta, but the link is not in the library catalog record.
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: You are absolutely correct! Answer Person has already contacted the guru in charge of adding those records, and the IDS BULLETIN is already in the online catalog. (It will appear in the e-journals list tomorrow–one of those overnight update things). Sorry about the omission, but when you have almost 14,000 e-journal subscriptions, some will slip past the net. We do depend on the kindness (vigilance) of our patrons!
Tom Wall February 19, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentI just wanted to thank Tom Wall for his help dealing with an extremely frustrated Perkins user (namely, me). He calmed me down by being courteous, polite, and helpful throughout the whole transaction–and best of all, he helped me find an item that I could not locate.
THANKS!
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: What a nice experience–and how thoughtful of you to pass on the comment. Answer Person will make sure Tom hears about this.
Placard… again February 11, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentThere is a placard on the chapel quad stating a specific purpose for the university. How did it get there, and why has it not been removed so far?
Cheers
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: When Duke University was established with the Duke Endowment in 1924, the charter of Trinity College (last amended in 1903) was rewritten–or at least the name of the institution. The plaque, given to the University in 1942 by the Order of Red Friars, a campus honorary society, contains the text as it appears as Article 1, AIMS, of the University Bylaws:
The aims of Duke University (”University”) are to assert a faith in the eternal union of knowledge and religion set forth in the teachings and character of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; to advance learning in all lines of truth; to defend scholarship against all false notions and ideals; to develop a Christian love of freedom and truth; to promote a sincere spirit of tolerance; to discourage all partisan and sectarian strife; and to render the largest permanent service to the individual, the state, the nation, and the church. Unto these ends shall the affairs of this University always be administered.
The Bylaws were last revised 5/21/2002, without any change to the AIMS.
So what you have there is a bit of history, not quite written in stone, but mounted in granite. Consider it an historical artifact, part of the heritage of this institution.
If you want to change the University Bylaws, you’ll have to take that up with the Board of Trustees.
Pronunciation February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentWhy is american pronunciation so bad? It irritates me. Do i need consuling?
gracias
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: I can’t tell anything about pronunciation from your question, but the grammar and spelling are definitely in sad shape. You may need consoling for your irritation; and an editor for your writing. !De nada!
Iced Cream February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentWhat is the greatest flavour of ice cream? Is it superman? Why doesnt duke have superman? Can you get it for us please?
Thank you.
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: The most popular flavor continues to be vanilla. I know, it goes with everything. Superman doesn’t even make the top 15–in fact, vanilla is more popular than everything else, past #2-#14, combined. Talk with the food service people–AP would like to try it.
aminals February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentIs marlon perkins still alive?
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: Marlon Perkins, the African American sculptor, died in 1961.
Marlin Perkins, host of Mutual of Omaha’s “Wild Kingdom,” died in 1986.
They were not related.
Signal February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentDon’t you think that it his high time you got some sort of signal, similar to the batsignal? The floodlight on the Chapel Quad could be utilized for this purpose
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: What a cool idea! Perhaps a large question mark! I can see it now, a large question mark shining on the Chapel, or, even better, looming huge in the clouds above!
Inuendo February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentCan I cross-reference you like you’ve never been cross-referenced
before?
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: Only Answer Person knows how AP has been cross-referenced before, so you are at a disadvantage in trying to accomplish a unique event . . whether you count points for intensity or style.
love February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentWhat should my friend hoo ah do about his insatiable crush on lin? I am not sure if they are right for each other, but they should try, don’t you think?
Cheers
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: Gee, what an unusual question? Seems like Answer Person gets asked a LOT of relationship questions. Seems like they should work it out for themselves. Seems like if it is meant to work, it will; if not . . . oh well.
Placard February 10, 2003
Posted by Library Answer Person in : Uncategorized , add a commentWhat’s the deal with that placard on the chapel quad, and why hasn’t anyone removed that disgraceful piece of garbage? Who put it there in the first place? This university is supposed to be for everyone, right? How can we get it removed? Thank you!
Peace!
ANSWER PERSON RESPONDS: Let’s see if I have this correct:
“This university is supposed to be for everyone, right?” Except for the people who put up the placard?
