Monthly Archives: May 2013

From the Archives: Indexes on Indexes on Indexes

This summer, I’ll be indexing all of the issues of The Trail from the 1960s. Even though it’s just one decade of the run of this student newspaper, that means indexing approximately 500 issues all by myself so I’m sure … Continue reading

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We Are Taking a Break This Summer – Look for Thursday Posts by Jillian Zeidner!

We are taking a break from routine this summer and turning our blog over to Jillian Zeidner – look for posts each Thursday.

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From the Archives: Welcome Jillian Zeidner!

The Archives & Special Collections is pleased to welcome its second summer research fellow, Jillian Zeidner!  Jillian, a double major in history and religion, will focus her research on the Puget Sound campus in the 1960s.  Using the student newspaper, … Continue reading

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Ebooks, Online Drive Trade Sales Growth

Ebooks and online growth are going strong!  Read more.

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See the International Space Station Pass by Overhead

The International Space Station (ISS) orbits the earth at an average altitude of 240 miles. It’s traveling at a speed of about 17,000 mph and is roughly the size of a football field. There is an international, six-person crew on … Continue reading

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From the Archives: Congratulations, graduates!

You’ve made it to the finish line! The students of the Class of 2013 have contributed tremendously to the University of Puget Sound and will soon join 120 years of Puget Sound alumni.  The University graduated its first class, of … Continue reading

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Ben Sample Wins 11th Annual Library Senior Art Award

Collins Library is pleased to announce the winner of the 11th Annual Library Senior Art. This year’s recipient is Ben Sample for his work Progress. The jury describes the artwork of this emerging young talent as fluid, intricate, beautiful, and … Continue reading

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Recommended Reading: “Red Moon”

If you like a full moon and things that change with the tide, you’ll love this! I have enjoyed Red Moon by Benjamin Percy very much. I recommend this book for a great summer read! -Library Student Staff

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Did You Know? The Library Has 18 Study Rooms Accommodating 1-6 People!

Did You Know? There are 18 study rooms in the library that accommodate 1-6 people. No reservations needed.

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The Scale of the Universe

Have you ever wondered about the scale of the universe from the smallest microscopic entity up to the extent of our vast universe? Scale of the Universe presents this concept beautifully using simple illustrations, a horizontal slider, and minimal text. … Continue reading

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