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The Libraries' need for more specialized books and cutting edge technology is constantly expanding. Our collections would greatly benefit from support to acquire the items listed.
Books
Critical Gaming: Interactive History and Virtual Heritage (Digital research in the Arts and Humanities)-$120
This book discusses the ways in which the discourses of colorblindness and post-raciality are articulated in the age of Obama. Pinder debunks the myth that race does not matter and reconsiders the presumptive hegemony of whiteness through the dialectics of visibility and invisibility of race.
The Vietnam War (1956-1975) (Defining Documents in American History)-$175
Provides readers with a new, interesting way to study the impact of the Vietnam War on American history. Through in-depth analysis of important primary documents from 1956-1975, readers will gain new insight into the causes, issues and lasting effects of this pivotal time in American history.
Technology
Mobile Chargers-$10/each / 50 Desired
Poweradd 50W 6-Port Family-Sized Multi-Port USB Desktop Charger for iPhone 6S Plus / 6 Plus / 5S / 5C, iPad, iPod, Samsung Tab S / A, Galaxy S6 Edge / Note 5 4, Smartphones, Tablets and Other Devices. For tables at all locations. This allows students to power and charge to a wide variety of devices while using the Libraries, even if they did not bring their own charging cords.
Collaboration Pods-$8,000 each / 3 Desired
Pods that incorporate technology and projection options that allow individuals working on team projects to share their device desktops on a large screen with a click of a button. For use in Langson Library and Ayala Science Library Study Rooms and open spaces and the Libraries Multimedia Resource Center.
Digital Recorder -$100 each/ 4 Desired
TASCAM DR-05 Portable Digital Recorder. For student check out use from the Libraries Multimedia Resource Center. These can be used for various student projects including oral histories, interviews, recording presentations, etc.
HP Sprout Pro Multi-Function Computer- $2,200 each/ 2 Desired
Sprout is a fully integrated desktop 3D scanning solution with 3D object capture, editing and multiple streamlined 3D print options. For use in the Libraries' Multimedia Resource Center.
For more information, please contact Wendi Morner, Director of Development at wmorner@uci.edu or 949-824-8904.