Robyn Williams
A week ago, it was Constitution Day and Voter Registration Day.
You can check your status to vote at Vote.gov
Kentucky votes on Tuesday, November 5.
Final day for election registration is October 7.
It's Banned Books Week!
ALA documented 4,240 unique book titles targeted for censorship in 2023—a 65% surge over 2022 numbers—as well as 1,247 demands to censor library books, materials, and resources. More information is available in your libraries and here online: https://bigsandy.libguides.com/bannedbooksweek
Mayo and Prestonsburg libraries are hosting a word search contest for Banned Books week. Pikeville is hosting a reading and a backpack giveaway. Stop by your library today to see what's there for censorship and challenged materials!
It is hard to believe that we've made it through one month of the Fall Semester! As you focus on midterm, we encourage you to utilize ACE to successfully complete your courses.
If you find yourself struggling, remember the ACE is here to help, so please reach out to an ACE team member for assistance with any assignment questions you may have.
- Diana Hall at (606) 889-4817 or dhall0252@kctcs.edu
- Kimberly Music at (606) 886-7630 or kmusic0013@kctcs.edu
- Paul Thompson at (606) 218-1201 or paul.thompson@kctcs.edu
- Jared Daniels at (606) 788-2864 or jdaniels0129@kctcs.edu
ACE centers are in or near the libraries on the Prestonsburg, Pikeville, and Mayo campuses. If you are unable to visit the ACE in person, we are still able to assist via email, Teams, and phone interactions.
You also have the option of submitting requests using Homework Help by clicking this link: https://bigsandy.libwizard.com/f/ACEform
Middle-aged and elderly white men have the highest suicide rate in rural America. In an America where worry and stress are often part of the landscape of American life, how does a community respond and intervene for those most at risk for suicide? This post is part of the library's Suicide Prevention Month efforts. If you're struggling, call or text 988.
This post is part of the library's Suicide Prevention Month efforts. If you're struggling, call or text 988.