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New website has students in mind ISU students may see some changes when they visit Parks Library Online. These changes were designed with students in mind and will allow them to enjoy a more pleasant research experience. The most prominent change comes to the eLibrary Quick Search, which allows students to find research materials in everything from books to journals to multimedia-like videos. “You can do everything you used to and more,” said David Gregory, associate professor and associate dean of research and access. Christine King, associate professor and associate dean of reference and instruction, echoed her colleague’s statements, saying that the enhancements will make materials easier to find. “Everything you want to do you can from one box,” King said. “It’s very similar to standard search engines and even online shopping, in that there are dropdown menus to use.” These dropdown menus allow students to pick and choose what materials they would like to browse, with options just like books and “everything but journals.” ISU students also have unique access to full-text dissertations and theses from all over the U.S. Students are able to see the status of the materials and even renew books, view copyright information and check their accounts via this feature. King said the library is reaching out to students via the “Ask a Librarian” feature. This feature gives students various methods of contacting library staff, with instant messaging, email links and phone numbers. “We have seen an increase in chat questions because students seem to notice it more,” she said. Parks Library is also looking to expand their presence in social media with a revamped Facebook page and posts to Flickr and YouTube. Gregory and King both hope these new changes will make searching for materials easier and instill a better sense of satisfaction in ISU students experiences with Parks Library. Carly McKinney, Daily staff writer
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brace themselves for opener
File photo: Rebekka Brown/Iowa State Daily Defensive back Ter’Ran Benton and linebacker Jeremiah George take down UNI quarterback Tirrell Rennie during last year’s game against Northern Iowa at Jack Trice Stadium. Saturday, the Cyclones take on a UNI squad ranked No. 7 in the preseason top 25 coaches poll for the Football Championship Subdivision.
By Jake.Calhoun @iowastatedaily.com A year removed from a 27-0 beatdown of instate rival Northern Iowa, the ISU football team is not taking anything for granted. Having received a No. 7 ranking in the preseason top 25 coaches poll for the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), opposite the FBS in Division I,
the Panthers may prove to be a tough shell to crack. “The Panthers have a very athletic football team,” said junior linebacker A.J. Klein. “They bring a lot of speed to the game and they throw a lot of different offensive formations out on the field that we have to adjust to, and they’re a tough team to gameplan for.” In last season’s Sept. 25 matchup, the Cyclones shut out the visiting Panthers while scoring 14 of
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their 27 points in the third corner off of interceptions by Klein and Cyclone cornerback Jeremy Reeves. The focal point of the defense again will be UNI quarterback Tirrell Rennie, who passed for more than 1,500 yards and rushed for more than 1,200 yards last season.
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Public transit
Old is the new new
CyRide hears concerns about budget shortfall ISU students, Ames residents propose ideas to cut spending By Paige.Godden @iowastatedaily.com
Photo: Andrus Nesbitt/Iowa State Daily Vintage hats, records, shirts and more have a new Ames home at the Used Goods store in the old Varsity Theater location on Lincoln Way.
Used-goods store provide ‘buried treasures’ By Sarah.Binder @iowastatedaily.com Two new used-goods stores have appeared in Ames, continuing a trend of old items finding new meanings. “You kept something out of the dump, and you made someone else happy,” said Tim Gleason, co-owner of Random Goods. Random Goods, in the old Varsity Theatre location, opened Aug. 19, and Anything But New, on Main St., is expected to open this weekend. “People want to find deals, to find their ‘buried treasure,’” said Allison Sheridan, collections manager for University Museums, citing the FOX TV show. She said shows like “Antiques Roadshow” and “American Pickers” have increased the visibility and popularity of buying used items. “I think younger people are finding it more trendy to collect something,” she said. However, Sheridan recommended shopping critically. “At some point, it ends up not being a deal,” she said of a culture where everyone is trying to score. Websites like eBay and Craigslist also add to the popularity of buying and selling. Her biggest advice: “Inspect things carefully.” Look for any visible damage or repairs, or weak spots in the material. However, don’t feel obligated to write off an item for some slight damage — it is possible to conserve things. University Museums can provide a list of resources for those looking to conserve an item or appraise its value.
Random Goods, 2412 Lincoln Way Gleason, who owns the store along with his wife, Cheryl, hopes Random Goods will help fill the niche of Ridiculous Rags, a costume shop that closed in Campustown in 2009. He described the goods in the shop as “midcentury modern” — funky items from the 50s, 60s and 70s. The selection is a wide array of unique clothes and costumes, along with more tame apparel, furniture and home goods. “It’s just a really neat environment,” Gleason said, “and you never know what’s a super-treasure for someone else.” They’ll keep the store atmosphere fun and funky to match. Gleason said they plan to purchase a karaoke machine, and customers could get a discount if they sing. Random Goods is a consignment store, meaning it sells things for consigners, and both the seller and Random Goods receives part of the profit. A grand opening will take place sometime in September.
Anything But New, 309 Main St. Becky Harvey, owner of Anything But New, first entered the antique world when she rented a booth in an antique shop to sell some of her stuff and clean out her house. However, as she saw more things she liked, she ended up buying more. “I think it’s in my blood,” she said. “My dad has 500 boxes of stuff in his basement.” The store has items priced from $1 to $1,000 — “Anything from junk to high-end,” Harvey said. Harvey said she believes old things tend to be higher quality. “I just pick up things that are cool,” she said. “I also kind of like to be creative.”
During a public meeting about a CyRide budget shortfall, students and Ames residents shared their concerns on several proposed reductions to CyRide services in order to make up for a $170,000 budget deficit due to rising gas prices and insurance rates. CyRide currently has $250,000 of debt, but was able to find $81,200 in internal budget savings through the number of drivers in the office between runs, advertising and vehicle parts. Adam Guenther, a member of the Inter-Residence Hall Association and a Government of the Student Body representative, said several students had ideas to cut spending costs for CyRide. “The first and most significant idea they would like to see is have the Midnight Express bus start at 11 p.m. instead of 12:30 a.m. and run it until 2 a.m.,” Guenther said. He said students have said the express route isn’t used much between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. The second idea, Guenther said, would be to reduce the green, violet and pink buses because they aren’t serving many
students. Guenther said students are also complaining the orange route is too crowded. Guenther’s last idea was to cut the length of the six route. Instead of going the full route, the brown bus could go from Kildee to the Towers. A resident assistant in Wilson Hall said she was concerned about the possible cuts to the six brown route. She said the number or students living in the Towers has increased twofold in the last year from 250 students to 900 students. “600 of the students are freshmen,” she said. “Many of us have evening classes or organizations. To get to and from campus, if those brown routes are cut, would be difficult,” she said. Sheri Kyras, director of transit of CyRide, presented three scenarios the CyRide Board of Trustees created. The first was a 20 to 25 percent across-theboard increase and a new fare category, which would still allow free fares for passengers transferring buses and children younger than 5. The third option was to increase passes only, which would affect monthly passes.
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