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Out-of-Copyright but No Longer Out-of-SIght

Mar 28, 2013, 11:29 AM

OSU Libraries have begun sending their collection's out-of-print books to the Google Books Library Project for scanning.
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CIC's Karen Partlow Leading Key Initiatives

Mar 28, 2013, 10:56 AM

CIC Executive Director, Barbara McFadden Allen announced that Karen Partlow is now a Senior Associate Director of the consortium.
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Collaboration Works: CIC Annual Report 2011-12 now available

Mar 12, 2013, 10:36 AM

CIC's latest Annual Report explores the impact of our joint efforts across the breadth of member universities and higher education.
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CIC's CLI Teams Up With Springer to Bring Publishers and Early-Career Librarians Together

Mar 7, 2013, 09:17 AM

The Committee on Institutional Cooperation and Springer Science+Business Media held their first-ever publishing symposium at University of Chicago's Gleacher Center March 7, 2013.
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CIC's UBorrow Program in the News

Feb 18, 2013, 11:19 AM

Library Journal's InfoDocket picked up a University of Chicago article on the efficiency and popularity of the CIC's UBorrow program.
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December CIC eNewsletter Now Available

Dec 19, 2012, 13:36 PM

It's been a busy time at the CIC! Among other projects, the collective efforts of CIC universities furthered the conversation on global higher education needs, made more resources available to library patrons, and partnered with the ACM on a Mellon...
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CIC Welcomes Rutgers University and University of Maryland

Dec 5, 2012, 07:05 AM

On December 2, 2012, the University of Maryland and Rutgers University accepted invitations of membership into the CIC. Maryland and Rutgers will enter the CIC on July 1, 2013. In collaboration with our colleagues from Rutgers University and the University...
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CIC Universities Again Ranked Amongst Best in the World

Oct 4, 2012, 14:06 PM

The 2012-13 edition of The Times Higher Education World University Rankings is out and CIC universities are again ranked amongst the best in the world. With thousands of universities across the globe under consideration, CIC member universities were heavily represented...
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July CIC eNewsletter Now Available

Jul 9, 2012, 13:13 PM

It's been a busy time at the CIC! By working together on our aligned interests, the collective voice of the CIC influenced policy, furthered the conversation on global higher education needs, and accelerated research in the humanities and sciences. Explore...
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In The News: CIC/Big Ten Traumatic Brain Injury Research Collaboration

May 17, 2012, 10:12 AM

Big Ten Commissioner Jim Delaney spoke further about the CIC/Big Ten TBI Research Collaboration this week. As covered by ESPN, Commissioner Delaney talked about the impact of the collaboration: "In addition to trying to work with the NFL and NCAA...
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World Leaders in Higher Education, Government, and Industry Converge at the 5th Global University Summit

May 1, 2012, 15:55 PM

Over 230 attendees, including Presidents, Rectors, Chancellors, Vice-Chancellors, and representatives of 85 leading educational and research institutions from 35 countries, as well as government and private sector leaders from all over the world participated in the 5th Global University Summit...
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CIC 2010-2011 Annual Report Now Available Online

Mar 14, 2012, 12:39 PM

CIC Annual Report 2010-11: Leveraging Impact is an overview of the important and cutting-edge collaborative efforts of the CIC and its member universities during 2010-2011. CIC Executive Director, Barbara McFadden Allen, and CIC Chair Kim Wilcox, Provost and Vice President...
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CIC Tech Leaders Featured in Chronicle of Higher Education

Feb 27, 2012, 11:11 AM

The Chronicle of Higher Education's Special Report on "Rebooting the Academy: 12 Tech Innovators Who Are Transforming Campuses" profiles two CIC tech leaders who are transforming higher education. THE INNOVATOR: Bradley C. Wheeler, Indiana University THE BIG IDEA: Encourage colleges...
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Feeling Blue? Need Some Coffee? There's an App for That

Feb 14, 2012, 12:34 PM

In addition to playing Angry Birds or scanning for the latest update on the game, you can now turn to your smartphone or tablet to help you manage your health. Researchers across CIC universities are bringing the benefits of their...
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History, Impact, Influence: CIC Featured in Indiana University Alumni Association's Magazine

Jan 24, 2012, 11:36 AM

Indiana University's Alumni Association magazine recently featured an excellent article highlighting the history and important work of the CIC. With a short explanation of the origins of the consortium, the article highlights the member university's research power and how the...
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Benefits of Membership: UN-L and CIC Enriched by Collaboration

Jan 3, 2012, 10:51 AM

Although it's only been six months since University of Nebraska-Lincoln joined the CIC, the benefits of the relationship have proven to be exponential for all parties involved. As noted in a recent Omaha World-Herald article, UN-L is "attracting higher-quality candidates...
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CIC Universities Academic Prowess Noted in Wall Street Journal

Sep 23, 2011, 13:58 PM

CIC Executive Director, Barbara McFadden Allen, is quoted in a recent article in the Wall Street Journal that explored the role of academics in athletic conference realignment. While the subhead of the article notes how academics play an ambiguous role...
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Q&A Big Ten Commissioner Delany

Jul 6, 2011, 09:37 AM

Big Ten commissioner, Jim Delany, gives a nice shout out to the CIC in this June 30th article on Huskers.com. When asked what the Big Ten has to offer to enhance Nebraska, Delany answered, "I don't mean any disrespect to...
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CIC Director Allen Expounds the Mutual Benefits of UNL-CIC Partnership

Jul 1, 2011, 11:28 AM

CIC Director, Barb Allen shares her views on the how the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's membership in the CIC is mutually beneficial in this Omaha World-Herald article. "What struck me most about my communications with UNL this past year is the institution’s...
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Nebraska Governor's Proclamation

Jul 1, 2011, 11:00 AM

Governor Dave Heineman issued a proclamation that July 1, 2011 is officially "Big Red in the Big Ten Day"....
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Big Ten Academic Alliance Impact Report (PDF)

Big Ten Academic Alliance University Data At-A-Glance

The Big Ten Academic Alliance compiles data from its member institutions including demographics, expenditures, faculty information, and rankings.