The American Library Association (ALA) and libraries throughout the United States sponsor National Library Week every April. Here at BYU-Hawaii, the library celebrates it two weeks earlier so they don’t conflict with finals week. The purpose of National Library Week is to promote library resources. Reference Paraprofessional Zoia Z. Falevai encouraged students to “not be hesitant or shy. Don’t be scared to ask for help.”Upon walking up to the library, one can see large posters strung around trees and pillars, indicating that this week, the school will be celebrating National Library week. Inside, one is confronted with large posters describing the events that are being held. March 30th - April 2nd, the Joseph F. Smith Library will be celebrating with food, games, and prizes. Schedule of EventsMonday• 11am: Opening with Brownies and ice cream in the lobby• 11-2pm: GamesTuesday• 12-3pm: Activities/games in the lobby• 9-11pm: Spelling BeeWednesday• 11-2pm: Games in lobby• 9-11pm: Spelling BeeThursday• 11-2pm: Games/ Activities• All day: “If I could change the world, I would…”• 7-9pm: The Amazing Library Race Award presentation and nachos servedThe library has a plethora of resources for the homework laden student. There are books for just about every topic, and online articles for even more. There are computers on the first floor and a whole separate room dedicated to Pacific Island studies. Study rooms and stations are scattered throughout the large building, and several willing and ready to help librarians are always available for any need. Not only is the library full of amazing resources, it is a nice, quiet place to study. Michael Goedel, secondary education major from Rancho Kukumonga, Calif., said the library “is a place where I can focus better. I live with sister and five kids.” Falevai asked to remind students that there are tons of resources out there such as “the library website, different online tools to help with research, and librarians” to personally provide help along the way.Uploaded April 2
Writer: Max Betts
