Library Visit

Our visit to the library was very interesting. I was shocked to see what books are geared towards the youth today. I was extremely shocked to hear that there was a book out there that talks about "sex groups", although she stated that it does not promote such actions but talks about them shocks and worries me as a mother. As an English major I am a little ashamed to admit I never knew of the collection here on campus. I never knew of its importance. Making appointments and such things seems a bit tedious but I'm sure it is all worth it in the end. In the four years that I've been here I think maybe one of my previous teachers brought our class once, and that was to help us familiarize ourselves with the library then, it was not a very good presentation. I wish more teachers would use the library more as a way to show us how to do research and the simple act of checking out books. I know class time is crucial but I do not understand how so many teachers here at Fresno State expect us to be library geniuses and know the library like the back of our busy hands. Overall I was very impressed by the presentation and the information the two ladies offered. I found it very interesting to hear of guest speakers coming to Fresno State but was not to impressed with the prices! At $60.00 per visit I think not! As a student who feeds on Top Ramen and Macaroni N' Cheese on a regular basis such an activity would be out of my league, even periodically.

Guest Speaker

I didn't get a chance to show how much I appreciated Mr. Hanson coming by and speaking to us. I have to admit I was a little shocked at how he called on us unexpectedly. I was a bit nervous he would call on me at any moment. At first the topic seemed a bit complicated but with help from others in the class I was able to stay on track. I literally thought he only covered 2 approaches when he covered 3! I was just a little embarrassed! It is now a little more clear for me to understand why teachers teach they way they do, it all depends on their approach. It was interesting when he described what approach the university used. Knowing this kind of would've been useful to know before entering. It was tough to distinguish which approaches went with what table of contents during our assignment. Our group got 1 out of 3! Although it was hard it was nice to hear his explanation. I hope to hear from him again soon.