Monthly Archives: March 2013

Drowning in a Sea of Opinionated Information

Read this great Huffington Post article about challenges students face sifting through opinionated information!

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Broom Handles and Bell Towers: W. W. Kilworth's Contributions to the University of Puget Sound

I should hope that most of us are familiar with the Kilworth Memorial Chapel located on the Northern edge of campus. A spiritual center for students, the chapel itself was built with funds left to the University in 1967 in … Continue reading

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Recommended Reading:"The Perks of Being a Wallflower"

I recently read “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” and found it very moving.  It presents all the ups and downs of life, and shows how individuals can learn and grow despite obstacles.  It also provides an interesting and fresh … Continue reading

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Did You See the Images from the Past?

Come see the images from the Archives and Special Collections – along the hallway to the left before you reach the Learning Commons!

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Did You Know? Librarians Don't Just Say "Shush"!

Librarians know more than how to say “shush”! Librarians have master’s degrees in information science.   Collins Librarians are experts and are here to help you find information on your topics!

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March 14th: Happy Birthday, Albert Einstein!

My life changed one day in college when my astronomy class was treated to a look at Saturn through a small telescope. I was astounded. Why didn’t it fall? What kept the beautiful, ringed planet suspended in space?  This one … Continue reading

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This Book Will Change Your Life!

Read this great Huffington post article “This Book Will Change Your Life” about life changing books!

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CWLT Celebrates Long Night Against Procrastination – March 7!

Join CWLT for a fun night of studying and anti-procrastination, as they celebrate the Long Night Against Procrastination – March 7!

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How Much of the Literature Goes Uncited?

We read this post a few months ago and were intrigued. We wonder – just how much of the literature goes Uncited?

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Apply for Collins Memorial Library Archives & Special Collections Summer Research Fellowship!

The Collins Memorial Library Archives & Special Collections Summer Research Fellowship is back! The 2013 application is now available online. Applicants may choose one of the four suggested projects or design their own project! Learn more about this summer’s opportunities: … Continue reading

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