Monthly Archives: August 2013

ARTstor: Focus on Religion

Did you know that ARTstor has high quality religious images in its collection? Western and Eastern religious beliefs and traditions are represented by sacred texts, religious iconography, ceremonial objects, and places of worship, including temples, cathedrals, synagogues, churches, and mosques. … Continue reading

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Did You Know? New online source: “Statistical Abstracts”

The Library added an online source called Statistical Abstracts via ProQuest.

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Friday Fun! Recommended Film – Looney Tunes: The Golden Collection

For when you just need to spend some quality time with Bugs Bunny, Wile E. Coyote, Roadrunner, Sylvester, and company!  Looney Tunes: The Golden Collection -Library staff member  

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From the Archives: Welcome to our new and returning faculty!

Stop by and explore the treasures of the Archives & Special Collections.  In addition to documenting life at the University, the collections represent regional, national and international issues.  For research assistance, developing a class session, or scheduling a class visit, … Continue reading

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Recommended Reading: “Moonraker’s Bride”

I recommend the books by Madeleine Brent.  Moonraker’s Bride has interesting setting and characters; I loved ‘em! – Collins Library Staff

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STATS America

There’s no shortage of domestic statistics and data resources on the Web.  American Fact Finder, Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and Data.gov are just a few of many sites that are supported by the federal  government that … Continue reading

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Did You Know? New online source: The Encyclopedia of Islam

The Library acquired a new online source called The Encyclopedia of Islam. Check it out!

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Al-Mutanabbi Street Starts Here

Last week I had the privilege along with Rochelle Monner, MalPina Chan and Deborah Commodore (all members of the Puget Sound Book Artists organization) to unpack and set-up the Al-Mutanabbi Starts Here book exhibit.  This is a remarkable show of … Continue reading

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From the Archives: Endings

I’m pretty bad at endings. The conclusion is always the hardest part of a paper for me to write. I’m rubbish at goodbyes. This blog post has taken me the longest to write. But, I still have to deal with … Continue reading

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Did You Know? New Ebook: “The Oxford History of Western Music”!

The Library acquired a new ebook called The Oxford History of Western Music! Check it out!

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