We have a few library developments to share:

1.) Alliant Mexico City's library is coming along nicely.  Furniture, books and computers are in place, and candidates for the position of librarian are being reviewed.  We hope to have a person in place very soon, as we are anxious to provide access to the collection of Dr. Ruth Troeller, which she has graciously donated.

2.) Behind the scenes, we are planning to implement an Electronic Resources Management (ERM) component of our library catalog.  This should help us to keep track of the many databases and online journals we provide access to, and should ultimately make the online research process more seamless.

3.) Working closely with IT, we are also looking into the possibility of providing research assistance through instant messaging. Many other libraries are already doing this, and we think it would be a great service for students, faculty and staff.  Be sure to check http://library.alliant.edu regularly for updates.