Author: Suzanne Schadl Published: February 16th, 2012
It is in deep sadness and with a heavy heart that I share the following story on the untimely and unexpected death of distinguished Professor David Lee Craven (Art and Art History). He was — as noted within the attached — generous in spirit, praise, intellect, and also in his enthusiasm. His contributions to our graphic arts, contemporary exhibition catalog, and circulating Art History collections were extraordinary and reflective of his broad and deep commitment to intellectual and creative exchange. David’s loss cuts deep, not just here at UNM, but in all of the communities where he spread his infectious enthusiasm for Latin American Art, theory and popular movements. It was a distinct privilege to know him and to work with him. Please see: http://news.unm.edu/2012/02/distinguished-professor-david-craven-dies/
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Author: Daisy Dominguez Published: February 3rd, 2012
It is with regret that we announce the death of Alan Moss, a former staff member of the Main Library of the Cave Hill Campus of The University of the West Indies, who was also very active in SALALM
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Alan’s first contact with the University came through the then College of Arts and Science (the precursor to the Cave Hill Campus), in September 1966, when he was recruited through the Joint Recruitment Scheme which the College had with the University of Reading. He worked with the library for about a year and a half, first as the interregnum head at the Harbour site (of the College of Arts and Science) and then as a member of staff under the then newly appointed head of the library. Alan assisted with the relocation of the Main Library to its present location at Cave Hill. He then worked as the librarian for the Centre for Multi-Racial Studies a joint project with the University of Sussex from 1968 to 1971. Alan returned to the Main Library in 1971 where he remained until his retirement in 2000.
During his tenure at Cave Hill’s Main Library, Alan worked primarily as the Acquisitions Librarian. One of his responsibilities was to ensure that the Campus’ collection of books and serials grew in tandem with course offerings and population growth. His personal strength was West Indiana. His accomplishments in this area embraced all linguistic groups in the region. He was as well known in a small bookshop outside Santo Domingo as he was in bookshops around Bridgetown. He also served as Officer-in-Charge of the Main Library on several occasions. During his professional career he gave unstinting and outstanding s service to ACURIL and SALALM. Locally he was very active in LAB (Library Association for Barbados), having served as an officer on more than one occasion and, many years ago, he submitted the winning entry for the Association’s logo.
After retirement, Alan used his bibliographic skills and knowledge of West Indiana to form a a very successful business as an international provider of West Indian materials to libraries and individuals with an interest in the printed products of region. During the course of his work in Barbados and also as a bookseller, he developed many lasting friendships with librarians, other booksellers and those with an interest in Caribbeana, locally, regionally and beyond. Upon hearing of his passing, SALALM colleagues spoke of his camaraderie and described him as a first-rate bibliographer with in-depth knowledge of publishing in the English-speaking Caribbean. Several members remember him providing unique materials and diligent service, especially with special requests.
His passing in late December in the U.K. comes after a period of illness and after having successfully completed a course of treatment in England. Alan died as he lived, quietly and peacefully, in his sleep. A memorial service was held at Coral Ridge, Christ Church, Barbados on January 17, 2012, after which he was cremated. On behalf of SALALM and other members of the library community, condolences are extended to his wife, Sylvia, daughters, Katy and Helen, as well as his grandchildren.
May he rest in peace.
Elizabeth F. Watson
The University of the West Indies
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Author: Daisy Dominguez Published: January 28th, 2012
We note with sadness the death of Ceres Birkhead in Salt Lake City on December 30, 2011. Ceres was involved in SALALM for many years. For the SALALM 1994 meeting in Salt Lake City, she served as part of the local arrangements committee. From 1987 to 2009, she was a reference librarian at the University of Utah. More remarkable than what she did, though, was what she was as a friend and colleague who lit up our lives when we were with her. Born in the Brazilian city of Candelária, she had a smile with candle power to rival the sun. Private messages and tributes may be expressed via email to ceresmemorial@gmail.com.
Richard Hacken
Brigham Young University
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Author: Daisy Dominguez Published: July 5th, 2011
It was a privilege to know Merle Green Robertson, who passed away on April 22, 2011, as a person and a scholar. She had a long and very productive life as one of the great Mayanists of our time, and this at a time when men pretty much dominated the field. To the lovely tribute by Marc Zender and Joel Skidmore that Howard and Bev circulated on LALA-L, I would just add that for anyone wanting to know more about her life and work, check out her autobiography fittingly titled Never in Fear: the Memoirs of Merle Greene Robertson, Pre-Columbian Art Research Institute, 2006. We at the Latin American Library in Tulane University are honored to be the repository of her materials: http://lal.tulane.edu/collections/mgr (see issue no. 5, page 153 for more information).
Hortensia Calvo
Tulane University
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