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The library now subscribes to Lynda.com, an online training library containing over 3,000 video tutorials on a vast array of software and computing and design topics.

Lynda.com provides comprehensive training in office software, audio, video, photography, graphic design, web and interactive design, business, and development from expert instructors.

This resource is available to UNC Asheville students, faculty and staff both on and off campus.

Posted by Brandy at 1:26 PM | Permalink

For your Winter Break reading pleasure, a few best books lists.

• From the New York Times, 100 Notable Books of 2009
  


• From NPR, the Best Books of 2009
  


• From Salon.com, The best nonfiction books of 2009
  

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