21. Arthur Tolley

Date:
2016-12-19
Main contributors:
Indiana University
Summary:

26. Avalon's Role in the Digital Collections Ecosystem (43:33)

Date:
2016-11-02
Main contributors:
Cameron, Jon
Summary:
As the need to manage and provide access to collections of digital content grows, the ecosystem of software solutions designed to meet these needs has greatly expanded. Into this pool of software comes Avalon, but what exactly does it do, and do differently, from applications like Sufia or Islandora? Developed in partnership with Northwestern University, the Avalon Media System is an open source system for managing and providing access to large collections of digital audio and video. Used for library services such as Media Collections Online and projects such as IU's Media Digitization and Preservation Initiative, Avalon is an application that provides a robust set of features related to media access and streaming. Come learn how Avalon's focus on web-based access to audio and video materials is developed to meet the needs of both consumers and stewards of digital collections, as well as the unique role it plays in the world of digital repository software.

28. Banks, Jonathan, Actor (41:04)

Date:
2016-04-17
Main contributors:
Banks, Jonathan, Shanahan, James
Summary:
Film and television star Jonathan Banks joins Jim Shanahan on this week's episode of Through the Gates. In his nearly fifty years as an actor, Banks has been cast in a wide range of roles, but is most notable for his performances on "Breaking Bad," "Better Call Saul" and "Wiseguy." He's also appeared in several films, including "Airplane!" and "Beverly Hills Cop." In today's conversation, Banks will share his journey from the streets of Washington D.C. to the silver screen in Hollywood by way of Indiana University.

29. Barbara Burke Fondren (12:46)

Date:
2016-08-18
Main contributors:
Indiana University Southeast. Institute for Local and Oral History
Summary:
Barbara Burke Fondren was interviewed by Elizabeth Gritter as part of the Floyd County Bicentennial Oral History Project, which commemorates Indiana's bicentennial by recording the past and present experiences of New Albany and Floyd County residents. During the interview, Barbara Fondren covers a number of topics, including her childhood and family history, her education, family-owned businesses in New Albany, her perspectives on New Albany, Montessori education, and her other professional activities.