Victoria Day Closure & Library Service Disruption (May 20th)

The Library is closed on Monday, May 20th for Victoria Day. Our regular hours will resume on Tuesday May 21st.

Also, due to maintenance and upgrading, the following library services will not be available on May 20^th from 6am to 6pm MST:

·         Catalogue

·         E-books

·         Databases

·         DVDS and Videos

·         PIN Requests

·         My Library Account

We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.

If you have any questions about this disruption, please call:

AnneMarie de Groot
Coordinator of Technical Services
403 284-8431 or annemarie.degroot@sait.ca

Vacation Plans?

Spring has arrived … and the winter blues will soon fade.

If you are thinking of getting away for a little vacation,

take a peek at some of these titles:

If a warm beach sounds good,
check out these hot spots:

If you're California dreaming, think about ...

If travelling abroad to Europe is your preference,
 consider these options:

If a trek to the Orient or Asia
 is more to your liking,
 take a look at these destinations:

If you are yearning for an African safari,
maybe these countries will be tempting:

Even if you stay at home,
 you can learn about these beautiful
places and many others.

Just ask us!

Did you know...

Sait students have had the opportunity to work on numerous aircraft throughout Sait’s history?

As one of the earliest and longest running departments at Sait, the Aeronautics Department has been responsible for the construction and repair of numerous aircraft since it's creation in the 1930's. From recreational gliders and civilian aircraft, to fighter jets and bombers, students have been provided access to numerous classes of aircraft through various agreements with commercial and government organizations, private aircraft owners, and even the Canadian military. Though no longer housed on the main campus, Sait continues to grow and expand it's aeronautics programs, and is currently operating out of the Art Smith Aero Centre located at the Calgary International Airport.

For more information on this and many of the other departments of Sait throughout it’s history, please contact the Sait Archives or view our online collections.

SPRING ARCHEXPO 2013 (May 6 - May 31)

ARCHEXPO, the annual architectural and design exhibit is being hosted by the School of Construction and Reg Erhardt Library!

This year, three teams of students from the ARCH 260 class are presenting model and poster presentations of the work of a noted architect, illustrating significant historical precedents.

Trace the precedents through history and find out how these historical influences affect architectural styles from ancient times to the 21^st century.

These architectural masterpieces will be on display in the library from May 6 through to May 31, 2013.

Job Hunting?

We have some excellent resources to help you get started.

Our catalogue is a good place to begin. Use simple keywords such as:

• job hunting
• job interview
• resumes
• resume employment
• cover letters

Use these keywords to search for streaming videos and dvds. Here are some examples that might be helpful:

• Before You Apply: Resumes, Portfolios and Your Online Persona
• Finding a Job
• The Job Interview

We also subscribe to a variety of newspapers. You can check the "Careers" section and look for job postings there.


You can search our databases to find full text and in-depth articles about job searching or to learn more about a potential employer.

Put your search term in quotation marks for best results. If you want to narrow your search results, use the "date range" or "full text" options.

 Here are some databases that we recommend:

• Business Insights: Global
• Business Source Complete
• Canadian NewsStand
• Canadian Business Resource

Our "Career Searching and Employment" subject guide can help get you started too.

Internet Web Sites
When you search the Internet, remember to put the search term in quotation marks. If you need to refine your search, try using terms like:

• online job search
• work at home
• job listings
• online networking

You can also make the Internet work for you by uploading your resume and cover letter so potential employers can find you when they are looking for someone with your particular skills.

Remember that the Internet is a two way street. Just as you might use Google to find out about a potential employer, your employer can check you out as well. Be careful what you post on Facebook or YouTube.

Some Internet websites that might be useful are:

• SAIT Student Employment Services
• City of Calgary Summer Student Jobs
• Workopolis
• Federal Student Work Experience Program
• Employment Service Canada
• Job Futures: Labour Market Information Resource

Good luck with your job search!

Spring/Summer Hours Update

Another academic year has passed and the Library’s hours of operation are changing.

For students continuing to attend classes over the spring and summer, it is important to note the following information:

We are closed on Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28.

The Library’s Spring/Summer hours begin on Monday April 29:

Monday – Thursday 8:00 am to 6:30 pm

Friday                    8:00 am to 5 pm

Saturday/Sunday    Closed

For more information please go to the Hours and Location link found on our Library homepage.

Test Taking and Study Skill Resources

You can improve your study and test taking skills using the resources at your Library.

Search the library catalog using keywords like “study skills” or try searching for particular strategies such as “note-taking”, “test taking” or “time management.”

Some examples of these resources are:

Books

•  Anxious test-taker's guide to cracking any test  
• Essential study skills : the complete guide to success at university
• Essential study skills
• Get-it-done guy's 9 steps to work less and do more 
• Strategies for success : study skills for the college math student
• Strategies for test-taking success : writing  

E-books

• Breeze through your exams :  tips and techniques to pass the test 
• Get organized
• Student's guide to exam success  

Streaming Video:

• Studying and test-taking
• Effective test-taking

SAIT’s Learner Skills Centre  is another valuable resource available to students interested in improving their academic skills.  They offer a variety of student success seminars specifically designed to provide you with strategies to prepare for writing exams.  Tutoring, study skills strategies, academic coaching and resource materials are also available for students wanting more in-depth assistance.  The Learner Skills Centre is located in MC221 in the Heart Building and the phone number is 284-7050.

Some websites that might be helpful are:

• http://www.yorku.ca/cds/lss/skillbuilding/exams.html
• http://www.lib.uoguelph.ca/assistance/learning_services/handouts/multiple_choice_exams.cfm
• http://www.arc.sbc.edu/testpreparation.html
• http://www.dartmouth.edu/~acskills/success/stress.html
• http://www.kwantlen.org/counselling/academic/study_handouts.html
• http://www.academictips.com/index.html

Good Luck!