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

Meet Our Newest Librarian!: An Interview with Jenny Roberts-Reilley

With the arrival of a new season on campus comes the arrival of a new staff member at the Blough-Weis library: Jennifer Roberts-Reilley, AKA Jenny! Jenny is an open resources librarian who is excited to meet new people, loves reading young adult books, and has had an interesting career in the educational and library fields. …Continue Reading Meet Our Newest Librarian!: An Interview with Jenny Roberts-Reilley

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 The project started because in looking over the collections, Meg noticed that many of the Native American books seemed outdated or old.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

Book Review: Brooms

If one knows anything about diversity in the comics world, it’s that it’s been primarily white, male, and under-representative of marginalized identities. But what about graphic novels? Fortunately, in recent years different types of authors and illustrators have come forward to tell their stories—including Jasmine Walls and Teo DuVall, who created the graphic novel Brooms.  …Continue Reading Book Review: Brooms

Book Review: Flung Out of Space

It’s a classic work of twentieth century lesbian fiction: The Price of Salt by Claire Morgan—later released as Carol by the author’s real name, Patricia Highsmith. But what is the story behind Patricia Highsmith? Who was she, and how did she come to write such a monumental book? This sapphic graphic novel attempts to answer…Continue Reading Book Review: Flung Out of Space

Book Review: The House of Eve

Black women. Pregnancy. Education. Race. Wealth. Adoption. All of these topics converge in New York Times Bestselling Author Sadeqa Johnson’s newest book, The House of Eve.   First, I want to mention how acclaimed this book has become. The House of Eve has become a New York Times Bestseller, a Reese’s Book Club pick, a Target…Continue Reading Book Review: The House of Eve

Book Review: The Girl From the Sea

Queer Graphic Novels Queer graphic novels have found their way into the mainstream in recent years, from Alison Bechdel’s Fun Home in 2006 all the way to Alice Oseman’s Heartstopper, which became a major Netflix coming-of-age TV series  in 2022. Maia Kobabe’s Gender Queer won a Stonewall Honor in 2020, and became the most challenged…Continue Reading Book Review: The Girl From the Sea

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