Did you know that the South College Library provides students, faculty, and staff access to over 100,000 eBooks? Find eBooks related to your academic studies, personal interests, and self-improvement. Do you enjoy reading fiction books? The library’s collection includes novels, collections of short stories, and poetry too. Look for our monthly eBook displays, spotlighting a sampling of our collection, on a campus tv screen near you!
Vanishing Bees: Science, Politics, and Honeybee Health by Sainath Suryanarayanan & Daniel Kleinman
Over the past decade, widespread honeybee deaths—some of which have come to be called Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)—have continued to bedevil beekeepers and threaten the agricultural industries that rely on bees for pollination. Scientists continue to debate the causes of CCD, yet there is no clear consensus on how to best solve the problem. Vanishing Bees considers the urgent question: what happens when farmers, scientists, beekeepers, corporations, and federal agencies approach the problem from different vantage points and cannot see eye-to-eye? The answer may have profound consequences for every person who wants to keep fresh food on the table.
Paranormal America: Ghost Encounters, UFO Sightings, Bigfoot Hunts, and Other Curiosities in Religion and Culture by Christopher D. Bader et al.
Given the popularity of television shows such as Finding Bigfoot, Ghost Hunters, Supernatural, and American Horror Story, there seems to be an insatiable public hunger for mystical happenings. But who believes in the paranormal? Based on extensive research and their own unique personal experiences, Christopher Bader, Joseph Baker and Carson Mencken reveal that a significant number of Americans hold these beliefs, and that for better or worse, we undoubtedly live in a paranormal America. Readers will join the authors as they participate in psychic and palm readings, and have their auras photographed, join a Bigfoot hunt, follow a group of celebrity ghost hunters as they investigate claims of a haunted classroom, and visit a support group for alien abductees.
Renewal: How Nature Awakens Our Creativity, Compassion, and Joy by Andres R. Edwards
Renewal explores the science behind why being in nature makes us feel alive and helps us thrive. Using personal experiences and cutting-edge research in cognitive science, this book weaves delightful stories that: reveal nature's genius and impacts on our lives from physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual perspectives. Whether you are drawn to conservation or are interested in the science behind human behavior, Renewal will help create a blueprint for integrating nature with a life of creativity, compassion, and joy.
Turning Point: Policymaking in the Era of Artificial Intelligence by Darrell M. West & John R. Allen
Despite its current and potential benefits, AI is little understood by the larger public and widely feared. The rapid growth of artificial intelligence has given rise to concerns that hidden technology will create a dystopian world of increased income inequality, a total lack of privacy, and perhaps a broad threat to humanity itself. In their compelling and readable book, two experts at Brookings discuss both the opportunities and risks posed by artificial intelligence and how near-term policy decisions could determine whether the technology leads to utopia or dystopia. Drawing on in-depth studies of major uses of AI, the authors detail how the technology actually works. They outline a policy and governance blueprint for gaining the benefits of artificial intelligence while minimizing its potential downsides.
Practical Nutrition and Hydration for Dementia Friendly Mealtimes by Lee Martin
This book discusses the practical aspects of eating and drinking as part of person-centered dementia care. Due to cognitive decline, changes in mealtime abilities can lead to malnutrition and related issues for people with dementia, alongside feelings of powerlessness and isolation. This research-informed book explains how to make the most of mealtimes for increased nutritional intake, socializing, and food enjoyment, in a range of care settings.
Dolly on Dolly: Interviews and Encounters with Dolly Parton by Randy l. Schmidt
“Nobody knows Dolly like Dolly” declares Dolly Parton. Dolly's is a rags-to-riches tale like no other. A dirt-poor Smoky Mountain childhood paved the way for the buxom blonde butterfly's metamorphosis from singer-songwriter to international music superstar. It has been more than fifty years since Dolly Parton arrived in Nashville with just her guitar and a dream. Her story has been told many times and, in many ways, but never like this. Dolly on Dolly is a collection of interviews spanning five decades of her career and featuring material gathered from celebrated publications including Rolling Stone, Cosmopolitan, Playboy, and Andy Warhol's Interview magazine. Dolly's feisty and irresistible brand of humor, combined with her playful, pull-up-a-chair-and-stay-awhile delivery, makes for a fascinating and inviting experience in down-home philosophy and storytelling.
Students who qualify can participate in Work Study at South College, but did you know that the Resource Center is one of the places you might end up working?
One unique aspect of my job is supervising work study students. As it happens, I currently have five that I supervise throughout the week. I thought it would be fun to ask one of them a few questions so that everyone can get some insight into what it is like to do work study inside Nashville’s Resource Center. I chose Maitri Amin as she is the student who has the most tasks assigned to her and who I have spent the most time with.
Can you give us a little background about yourself?
My name is Maitri Amin and I’m from Nashville, TN. I graduated in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in science. Currently, I’m doing the medical assisting program at South College with a plan of going to PA school once I finish the program.
What made you decide to do work study?
I decided to sign up for work study because I thought it would be a great way to interact with students, the faculty, and be more involved on campus. Also, it’s nice having the extra cash go towards tuition.
Are you enjoying your experience so far?
I do enjoy working in the Resource Center. Not just because it’s flexible and convenient, but also because it’s a new learning experience and I get to do more behind the scenes tasks.
Did you ask to be in the resource center or were you placed here?
I was placed in the resource center.
What are some things you do during your shift?
During my shift, I check-in and check-out laptops, check-in and check-out books, as well as help troubleshoot issues with computers and printing. I also help schedule and proctor students for the ATI TEAS exams. Along with this work, I also have plenty of time to study for my classes.
How great of a supervisor am I on a scale from great to really great?
My supervisor is awesome! She is funny, super understanding, a great listener to my daily stories, and helpful. I have genuinely enjoyed working with her.
Is there anything else you’d like to add?
I don’t have much to add except that I wish there was a little bit more work to do inside the Resource Center.