Other Libraries on the Web

Indiana State Library This site offers information on services for the public, services for libraries, collections, databases and more.  Research your family's history, find resources for the visually impaired, or take a tour of the State Library.

Internet Public Library The IPL Lobby features links to Reference and Youth Divisions, Classroom, Exhibit Hall, Reading Room and more.

Library of Congress Information about and materials from the Library of Congress' collections. Includes exhibits and events, services and publications, digitized historical collections (American Memory), and LOCIS and MARVEL, the Library's information systems.

National Agricultural Library Part of the Agricultural Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, NAL is a major international source for agriculture and related information. This Web site provides access to NAL's many resources and a gateway to its associated institutions.

National Library of Education "The hub of a national network of libraries, archives and other information providers in the field of education."

National Library of Medicine Resources from the world's largest biomedical library. You'll find links to information on health and other medical topics, NLM fact sheets and reports, and more.

Presidential Libraries Links to the Presidential Libraries from Herbert Hoover to George Bush. Clinton - Gore Internet Archives are included.


Indiana Colleges and Universities

    Indiana Higher Education Links from the Indiana Department of Education


Colleges and Universities (not in Indiana)


Career, College and Lifelong Learning Resources


 Online coursesOur Online Instruction Center features a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of the courses include expert instructors, and are affordable, fun, fast, and convenient.

 Testing & Education Reference CenterTesting & Education Reference Center
College and career info, plus practice tests and helpful ebooks.
Outside the library, log in with your BMPL bar code.
Library Login pageLog into Career Cruising for online career guidance resources.  Select English or Espaňol.
Log in using your BMPL bar code.

 

Language Learning Library

Distance Learning: Online Degrees and Courses Directory of links to the distance education departments of colleges and universities in the US and Canada, organized by state or province.

 SallieMae Extensive information on student loans, beneficial before, during and after college.
Scholarship section Helps both students and parents understand the types of scholarships available and where to find them, as well as scholarship application tips and how to avoid scholarship scams.
Be Debt Savvy section Teaches responsible debt management practices, including information on student credit cards and building credit history, the different repayment options for loans and identity theft.
Calculator section Helps students and parents estimate the cost of college and how much money needs to be saved to afford higher education.

 Career Overview "CareerOverview.com is a non-commercial website dedicated to providing aspiring career professionals and students with relevant, reliable and up-to-date career and job information whereby helping them to make better, more informed career choices."
collegeboard.com This user-friendly site can direct students and parents to the most relevant college admissions information from among its 3,000 member schools. Plus information on SAT and AP exams, financial aid programs, a financial aid calculator, and much more.

Peterson's Education Portal This site has links to K-12 schools, undergrad and graduate schools, studying abroad, distance learning, financing education, and more.

FAFSA on the webFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) From the U.S. Department of Education, you can fill out your FAFSA form, or check on its status.

Learn More Resource Center Indiana's pre-K to college connection and the successor to the Indiana Career and Postsecondary Advancement Center (ICPAC) Web site.

Next Step Magazine An objective guide that helps high school juniors and seniors explore potential careers, research collegiate options and make educated decisions about their futures.

Online Colleges and Degrees Check out their Top 20 online colleges, along with ten mistakes to avoid.

U101 Directory of college, community college, and university websites in the US and Canada.  Links to over 3000 schools, organized by state or province.


Other Sites of Interest

Talk Like a Pirate Day


Access Indiana Information Network "The Official Website of the State of Indiana" provides links to state government, business and professional resources, charitable organizations, and more.

Batesville (IN) Area Schools
          Batesville High School
          Batesville Intermediate School
          Batesville Middle School
          Batesville Primary School
          Oldenburg Academy
          St. Louis School

Book Sale Finder Look for book sales, book fairs, book auctions and other book events all across the U.S.

Cincinnati Art Museum Information on the collection, exhibits, programs and events.

Cincinnati Museum Center Links to the Museum of Natural History & Science, the Cincinnati History Museum, the Cincinnati Historical Society Library and Collections, and the Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX Theater. Also a history of Cincinnati's Union Terminal Train Station and other information.

Cincinnati Observatory Center Find observatory info, a calendar of programs and events, and much more.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Visit the Virtual Zoo and learn about the animals.

Geocaching.com Grab your GPS and go treasure hunting!

Indianapolis Museum of Art View examples of the IMA's permanent and special collections, find out about special events and educational programs, or get general information about the museum.

Indianapolis Zoo Make an online visit to the Indy Zoo.

The Internet Archive "...offering permanent access for researchers, historians, and scholars to historical collections that exist in digital format."

 Library of Congress Webcasts To view Library of Congress Webcasts you need the RealPlayer, a free application for playing video and audio files. You can download the RealPlayer from the RealNetworks site.

Museums From the WWW Virtual Library, select a U.S. or international museum to browse through. Enjoy your visit!

The NASA Homepage Explore the NASA organization, its centers and technology department. Learn about aeronautics and space science research and much more.

NASA @ your library Stuff for kids, stuff for adults, reading lists, and more.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Make a virtual visit to Cooperstown, NY, and see "Baseball's Exciting Showcase."

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center "The Freedom Center offers lessons and reflections on the struggle for freedom in the past, in the present, and for the future. "  Located in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Project Vote Smart "The Voter's Self-Defense System" features the backgrounds, voting records, campaign contributions, public statements, biographical data, and evaluations of political candidates.

The Smithsonian "America's Treasure House for Learning." Explore information on the Smithsonian's many museums, galleries, research centers, and offices.

Smithsonian Jazz Live it.  Learn it.  Love it.