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Second Wind for a Toad and His Pals

Posted on July 27, 2009
A New York Times article recently discussed two new editions of the children's classic The Wind in the Willows. For a list of other turn-of-the-century children's book, check out this website, which includes such favorites as The Secret Garden, Peter Pan, and Tarzan of the Apes.

How to have more self-discipline

Posted on July 24, 2009
Here is an interesting article about fostering more self-discipline and the happiness that self-discipline can bring.From Stark County Law Library Weblog

Bocce: The Lawn Sport of Summer

Posted on July 23, 2009
The sun is shining and the grass is green...time to pull out your bocce set and get a game going! The United States Bocce Federation has all the information you'll need about the history of the game and current, official rules. The US Lawn Bowls Association is also a useful resource...

How Walkable is Your Hometown?

Posted on July 22, 2009
How easy would it be for you to live without your car? Walkscore.com looks at how far away your address is from grocery stores, movie theaters, restaurants and shopping to calculate your "walk score." The walk score for the South Campus Gateway, where many law students reside, is 91 out of 100, making it a "walker's paradise...

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Two Lists You Should Look at Every Morning

Posted on July 21, 2009
As school starts up again in just a few short weeks, many law students will start to feel overwhelmed with the number of things they have to get done. This article offers some interesting insight on one way to approach your day and alleviate some stress...

Chief Justice Advocates for Shorter Briefs, Fewer Questions

Posted on July 20, 2009
Here is an interesting article, in which Chief Justice Roberts suggests some changes for how the Supreme Court approaches oral arguments.From Law.com

Oxford University Press Lexicographers Study the Linguistics of Tweeting

Posted on July 17, 2009
Here is an interesting blog about language used on Twitter. Of nearly 1.5 million tweets studied, the most commonly used word is "the", followed closely by "I".From Law Librarian Blog

Identity theft is an ever-growing

Posted on July 16, 2009
Identity theft is an ever-growing concern and this article discusses how publicly available information can be used to predict social security numbers of individuals. Scary!From Concurring Opinions

Singing All the Way to the Bar

Posted on July 16, 2009
Need a little something extra to help you with your bar exam studying? Here are some Law Lessongs, sung to popular tunes, but with lyrics that are intended to help you remember important legal theories!From CM Law Library Blog

A Double Helping of Ridiculous Lawsuits

Posted on July 15, 2009
Legal Blog Watch has created a list of some of the most ridiculous lawsuits ever filed...enjoy!From Legal Blog Watch

Traveler IQ Challenge

Posted on July 14, 2009
Think you know the world? Test your knowledge with this game...watch out though, it may start out easy, but quickly gets much tougher!From Law Librarians' Index

Should Witnesses be Allowed to Wear Niqabs While Testifying?

Posted on July 13, 2009
In an interesting twist on the tension between a criminal's right to face his accuser and the rights of individuals to freely practice their religion comes this question: Should Witnesses be Allowed to Wear Niqabs While Testifying? Recently, a Michigan court side-stepped the issue, stating that it was up to individual judges to resolve the problem within their own courtrooms...

End of SCOTUS Term, Colbert Style

Posted on July 13, 2009
Comedian Steven Colbert gives a hilarious run-down of the Supreme Court cases from the most recent term.From Law Librarian Blog

Annoying Music

Posted on July 10, 2009
Yet another gem from NPR! These audio files contain everything from annoying holiday music to annoying campaign songs. Enjoy!From Librarians' Internet Index

How The Average U.S. Consumer Spends Their Paycheck

Posted on July 10, 2009
Ever wonder where your paycheck goes? Well, this new graphic from the US Department of Labor Statistics suggests that housing, transportation and food are our largest expenses.From beSpacific

16 Books to Make You a Better Trial Lawyer

Posted on July 09, 2009
If you're looking to do some summer reading before school starts up again, you may want to check out this list full of books that will help make you a better trial attorney.From Stark County Law Library Weblog

Rules of Conduct for Social Networking

Posted on July 08, 2009
New from the Wall Street Journal: a code of conduct for social networking. Although the rules are targeted at WSJ employees, the general ideas are useful for any law student with a facebook or twitter account!From Legal Blog Watch

Criminal Justice Surveys and Public Opinion Polls

Posted on July 07, 2009
Looking to do some research on criminal justice and public opinion polls? Well, this website offers an annotated list of resources that might be helpful.From LLRX.com

More Sotomayor

Posted on July 06, 2009
Looking to do a little more research on the latest Supreme Court nominee? Here is a list of Judge Sotomayor's most important opinions, as determined by an algorithm developed by a USD law professor.From Law Librarian Blog

50 of the World's Best Food Blogs

Posted on July 03, 2009
Before you head into the kitchen, you may want to check out this list of some of the best food blogs, they may offer you some helpful hints and suggestions!From Law Librarians' Index

American President: Resource on the U.S. Presidents

Posted on July 03, 2009
The 4th of July is fast approaching and so, in keeping with the patriotic spirit of the holiday, it might be time for you to brush up on your presidential trivia. Here to help you is this new resource from the University of Virginia, which includes fun facts about each U...

In Character

Posted on July 02, 2009
NPR has complied a series of audio essays about some of the great characters in American movies, music, and literature. From Charlotte, the spider from Charlotte's Web, to Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker, to Southern Belle Scarlett O'Hara, the list is interesting and extensive...

Fast and Furious Online Federal Legal Research!

Posted on July 01, 2009
The Ross-Blakley Law Library has complied this list of online resources for fast and easy online legal research.From Ross-Blakley Law Library Blog

SnagFilms

Posted on July 01, 2009
Have some extra time over the holiday weekend? Then check out some documentary films, free from SnagFilms!From Law Librarians' Index

RaceTracker Wiki Now Tracking Every Election for Congress and State Governor

Posted on June 30, 2009
RaceTracker, a new feature from OpenCongress, tracks all elections for Congress and State Governor.From Law Librarian Blog

Financial regulatory reform roadmap released

Posted on June 29, 2009
The White House and Treasury Department recently released this paper, Financial Regulatory Reform: A New Foundation as a roadmap of upcoming changes to the financial regulatory system.From Et. Seq.

Presidents in Waiting

Posted on June 26, 2009
This exhibit profiles the 14 vice-presidents who became president, whether by resignation or death of their predecessor, or by election. The exhibit contains photographs and video interviews with 4 living vice-presidents on what it is like to be the "president in waiting...

Legal, Factual and Other Internet Sites for Attorneys and Legal Professionals

Posted on June 25, 2009
Need to do some research but not sure where to start? Check out this paper from a professor at the University of Richmond School of Law for a comprehensive overview of search engines and other legal resources on the web!From beSpacific

Golf and the Law

Posted on June 24, 2009
Here is an interesting article for those of you who may be hitting the golf course this summer. A New York state appellate court decided that a golfer does not have a legal duty to yell "fore" before taking a shot, because the risk of a misdirected shot is an inherent part of the game...

Presidential Food

Posted on June 23, 2009
Want to dine like the president? This research guide offers a full range of resources on the favorite foods of presidents!From Librarians' Internet Index: New This Week

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