Looking for Books? New Posters Help to Simplify the Search

If you’ve been wandering the second or third floors of the library lately, you’ve most likely noticed the colorful new posters hanging in the stacks.  Designed to help you visually locate books by subject, the posters pair Library of Congress subject headings with matching illustrations.

Demonstrating what a little collaboration can accomplish, the project was a partnership between the Library and Instructional Resources.   After seeing over-priced subject posters advertised in a supply magazine, Librarian Lisa Forrest approached Computer Graphics Specialist Kaylene Waite with the idea to create their own posters for E. H. Butler Library. Kaylene was eager to help–and along with student assistants, Matt Evrard and Eddy Silverio, produced a collection of 115 unique posters. The project, which was a substantial undertaking (over 300 posters including duplicates), took over a year to complete. The Library extends their heartfelt thanks to Kaylene, Matt, and Eddy, for their dedication and hard work on the project!

When searching for books by call number, you will also want to refer to a library map to find the correct floor and quadrant where the book is located.  We’re hoping that the new posters will help you find your way around a bit easier!   If you need additional assistance, please stop by the Information Commons Desk in the main lobby area for help.