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Picture the Past: Identifying a Historical Photo and the Process of University Archiving

The university archives are somewhat intimidating when you first see them: A scattering of papers, artifacts, folders, and shelves behind a set of locked doors in the basement of the Blough-Weis library. But the truth is, the archives are full of fascinating—sometimes even funny!—collections of items dating back to SU’s founding in 1898.   To learn…Continue Reading Picture the Past: Identifying a Historical Photo and the Process of University Archiving

Winter Break Reads

The end of the semester can be stressful. Winter break is a time to relax, unwind, and spend time with loved ones. So why not read something for the heart? Whether a witty romantic comedy, a loving journey of self-discovery, or a blossoming friendship, these feel-goods will have you warm all the way into January. …Continue Reading Winter Break Reads

Native American Books at the Library: Meg Garnett on Updating the Collection

Recently, the library has updated its collection of Native American books. The head of this project is Meg Garnett, Special Collections Librarian, whose departmental specialties include history.   The project started because in looking over the collections, Meg noticed that many of the Native American books seemed outdated or old. SLAC—the Student Library Advisory Committee—had…Continue Reading Native American Books at the Library: Meg Garnett on Updating the Collection

10 Books to Read for Suicide Prevention Month

Content Warning: Suicide and mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia.  September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide (like many other mental conditions) can affect anyone, no matter their age, background, or other identity markers. During this month, the goal is to raise awareness: to give hope, share valuable information, and change the…Continue Reading 10 Books to Read for Suicide Prevention Month

Back in Session!

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  • Publication date August 30, 2024
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School is back in session, and we library workers could not be more excited to see people come in the building. Most libraries exist in a silent plain, yet the Blough-Weis thrives on the students’ slight chaos. With so many new students, as well as a reminder to returning students and staff, we decided to…Continue Reading Back in Session!

Picture This!

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  • Publication date August 20, 2024
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I love taking pictures. Whether they be of bumble bees in the Shakespeare Garden or of great mountains and canyons; I always enjoy snapping a shot of our beautiful world and taking it with me, a moment forever captured. I’ve always found photography to be one of my favorite art forms, and was excited to…Continue Reading Picture This!

Good Food Friday

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  • Publication date August 2, 2024
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Back in my “Summertime Sadness” blog post I talked about a bunch of different topics, something I have been emphasizing more on in these recent posts, and given that it was recently Culinary Day, I wanted to talk more about food literature offered in our collection. Throughout this weekend there are many other unofficial holidays…Continue Reading Good Food Friday

Minority Mentality Matters!

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  • Publication date July 23, 2024
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In addition to Disability Pride Month, July also brings awareness to Minority Mental Health, and since I recently made a booklist about Disability Pride, I wanted to share some more books focused on the BIPOC and queer audience. In its full name, Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Month was established in July of…Continue Reading Minority Mentality Matters!