Author Archives: Bohyun (Library Hat)

About Bohyun (Library Hat)

Bohyun Kim is the Associate University Librarian for Library Information Technology at the University of Michigan Library. Formerly, she was the Chief Technology Officer and Professor at the University of Rhode Island Libraries.

Joomla: A Nice Surprise

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

I volunteered to serve on the web committee of the Southern Chapter of Medical Library Association (SC/MLA) this year.  The work I do as the co-chair of this committee is to create a web site for the 60th Annual SC/MLA … Continue reading →

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After Two days with an iPad

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

So finally it came. The long-awaited iPad. I got this as a birthday present from my husband.  So  I can’t really say that I was committed to purchase this gadget myself.  I doubt if I would have spent that much … Continue reading →

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Mobile Access to Licensed Databases in Medicine and Other Subject Areas

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

I gave a presentation on the Handheld Librarian Online Conference on Feb. 17, 2010 with the title of “Mobile Access to Licensed Databases in Medicine and Other Subject Areas,” with my colleague, Marissa Ball.  (Unfortunately the archived recording is not … Continue reading →

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A lay librarian’s thought on “Nothing is Future”

Posted on February 4, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

Wayne Bivens-Tatum, a Princeton librarian and the blogger of Academic Librarian, wrote a post “Nothing is the Future” a few days ago, which resulted in many comments including the very excellent one from Tim Spalding at LibraryThing.  In his comment … Continue reading →

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Persistence and Some Other Virtues for Solo Web-Services Librarians

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

Last September, I did an online presentation through OPAL (Open Program for All).  The topic was “Web Services for Underfunded and Understaffed Libraries.”   After the presentation, I uploaded my slides on SlideShare and then completely forgot about it.  A few … Continue reading →

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What the iPad is and isn’t

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

So, a lot of people seem to want an iPad including those who are fully aware of its shortcomings. The iPad doesn’t support Flash, isn’t equipped with a camera, and lacks the e-Ink display.  Do I think it will kill … Continue reading →

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Finding a Mentor

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

“Mentor/Mentee 101:  Developing a Career Essential Relationship” is this month’s topic for ALA/NMRT (New Members Round Table) listserv. One of the contributors to the discussion mentioned the experience of unclear expectations on both a mentor’s and a mentee’s side. I … Continue reading →

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ALA before and after – My 2010 MidWinter

Posted on January 23, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

What happens when you join ALA? I am not sure about other professional organizations. But at least in ALA, nothing happens unless you are awarded with some scholarships, fellowships, internships, etc. I called up and paid my membership fee. A … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on To-Do Lists & Personal Information Management (PIM)

Posted on January 10, 2010 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

Have you ever had an A-HA moment for something that only makes sense in a smart phone? I had one of those with a to-do list. To-do list apps are essentially personal information management (PIM) systems. Because you carry your … Continue reading →

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Tweet-Up for Newbies at ALA MW?

Posted on December 21, 2009 by Bohyun (Library Hat)

Update – Time & Place: The ALA MW Newbies (& Veterans) Tweet-up will take place at Green Dragon Tavern on 1/16 Saturday 8pm. RSVP: http://twtvite.com/73m5bt Green Dragon Tavern is in North End/Faneuil Hall and a short walk from three different … Continue reading →

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