T.E.D Talk- "How to use a paper towel"

If you are like me, you get annoyed when the automatic towel dispenser in the bathroom gives you only one, small piece of a paper towel.  It is sometimes so small, that I have to motion for two or three more little pieces just to dry my hands!

However, after coming across this 2012 T.E.Dx talk by environmentalist Joe Smith from Oregon, I now realize I've been doing it all wrong!

I invite you all to watch this short 4 minute clip as Joe explains the proper way to use a paper towel.  Afterwards, you might realize that a small little paper towel is all you really need. And if we can reduce the number of paper towels used each day by the library staff, we will not only be saving money but also helping the environment.

Enjoy!
Sean

Congratulations to our lastest Staff Star Award Winner

Congratulations to our latest Staff Star award winner, Fran Rubio.  Fran works behind the scenes (in Acquisitions) providing support to those who use or work in the University Libraries. From the nomination that was submitted for her to receive the award: "Fran is friendly, considerate, and professional. She always has a funny story to tell to bring a laugh and a smile. Each fall Fran serves as a solicitor for the State Employees Combined Campaign."  Congratulations Fran, we salute you!!

Fire Extinguisher Training Workshop

A few weeks ago, the Staff Development Committee sponsored a “Fire Extinguisher Training Workshop” with the help of the Greensboro Fire Department.

For those who could not attend but still would like information on being prepared in case of a fire and would like to know how to use a fire extinguisher properly, I recommend going to this website which is full of great information:

http://www.fireextinguishertraining.com/intro.html?language=en&industry=other

Also, I have uploaded several photographs from our hands on outdoor training.  Check out Ann Perdue who actually got to use the fire hose to put out the fire!

Hope you all have a good Monday!

Sean