In collaboration with Alderman Library's Special Collections, we also scanned and made available on the web a collection of patient letters to Dr. James Carmichael , an early 18th century physician from Fredericksburg, Virginia. The digital, virtual space of our electronic library has not been our only priority this year. There is still a need for a physical space, an intellectual haven at the center of the health sciences center. The extensive renovation project begun last May 1999 has tested the patience of staff and customers alike, but the results have been worth it. We are entering the new millennium with an elegant and efficient physical environment to match our quality services.
Progress is tracked on our renovation website .
We have been fortunate to receive both state and private support to purchase computers and other equipment for our new space. Of particular note is the establishment of the James M. and Ruby G. Carter Library Technology Fund. This is the first gift of its type to support technology in the Library. A wealth of information is useless unless we promote its availability and teach how to use it most effectively. The Library expanded its presence in the School of Medicine's curriculum by participating in the Information Mastery program in the Family Medicine 3rd Year Clerkship.