Mountain Scholar
Mountain Scholar is an open access repository service that collects, preserves, and provides access to digitized library collections and other scholarly and creative works from Colorado State University and the University Press of Colorado. It also serves as a dark archive for the Open Textbook Library.
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- Explore the Colorado State University community’s scholarly output as well as items from the University at large and the CSU Libraries.
- A limited number of titles are available here. To see all OTL titles, please visit the Open Textbook Library at https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks. Only Open Textbook Library staff have access to all OTL Archive titles held in Mountain Scholar.
- Access is limited to University Press of Colorado members. Non-members: to purchase books, please visit https://upcolorado.com/.
Recent Submissions
CURC abstract booklet, April 17, 2025
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2025) Colorado State University. JUR Press, publisher
Abstracts from the CURC 2025 Showcase.
Mental health misconceptions and stigma
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2025) Paruszkiewicz-Philson, Kathryn, author
Mental health advice is everywhere, from social media influencers promoting their latest health brands to mainstream media highlighting new research findings. While the internet is full of tips on maintaining well-being, far less attention is given to the lived realities of individuals struggling with mental disorders. Despite increasing awareness, pervasive myths and misconceptions continue to circulate. The media plays a significant role in shaping public perceptions, sometimes helping to spread awareness, but often perpetuating misinformation that reinforces harmful stigmas and stereotypes. These misunderstandings contribute to discrimination and systemic barriers that limit individuals' quality of life and negatively impact society. To challenge these narratives, my project aims to dispel common myths and increase awareness through a podcast series focused on three groups of mental disorders. Normalizing conversations and integrating mental health education into schools, communities, and professional settings can promote greater understanding, reduce stigma, and enhance access to support for those affected.
Insights and strategies for assessing student engagement and success in academic libraries
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2025-04-07) Scoulas, Jung Mi, author; Oakleaf, Megan, author; Croxton, Rebecca, author; Nackerud, Shane, author; Varnum, Ken, author
Understanding how students engage with the library and its impact on their learning and success is essential for both student support and the library's accountability to the institution and stakeholders. In this column, a panel of library learning analytics professionals share insights gleaned from learning analytics projects at their respective campuses and practical strategies based on their diverse approaches. The discussion explores how data enhances understanding and improvement of student learning, initial challenges such as privacy concerns, and ways to represent diverse student perspectives in campus discussions. This column also addresses who should be involved in these efforts, how librarians can collaborate effectively, strategies for smaller libraries with limited resources, and how staff can develop the necessary skills for this work. By examining different learning analytics approaches across institutions, libraries can gain valuable insights and tailor strategies to their specific needs and contexts.
February 2025 Colorado monthly climate summary
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2025-02) Colorado Climate Center, author
March 2025 Colorado monthly climate summary
(Colorado State University. Libraries, 2025-03) Colorado Climate Center, author