January 2012 Archives

Two famous, old American companies have been in the news recently because they are facing bankruptcy. Those of us who remember cameras with film inside and Archie Bunker complaining that his son-in-law ate the last Twinkie might well be mourning the passing of Eastman Kodak and Hostess.

To look up detailed, authoritative histories of large companies like Kodak and Hostess, use the UMUC Library database Business and Company Resource Center. Look up a company by name and then click on the "Histories" tab. Learning about the origin and development of major corporations can be of interest to students in business, history, and other classes.

This stop-motion video from Toronto bookstore Type Books reminds us of the fun and beauty of good old-fashioned printed books.  

Pick a cause that is important to you, do a day of service, and honor the great Dr. Martin Luther King , Jr.

From USA.gov, here are some popular New Year's resolutions.  Can we keep them?  Happy New Year from the UMUC library and best of luck in your studies with us at UMUC in 2012.