Author Archives: jmkyoung

It’s back! The 12th Annual Puget Sound Book Artists Members’ Exhibition! (June 5 – July 27, 2023), Opening Reception June 7, 4:30-6:30pm, Collins Library

Posted on May 15, 2023 by jmkyoung

Remarks from the curatorial team and awards will be presented during the receptionat 5:30 pm. The Puget Sound Book Artists are pleased to announce the 12th Annual Members’ Exhibition. The exhibition will be on view at the Collins Memorial Library … Continue reading →

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Cas Almond, 2023 Library Senior Art Award Winner

Posted on May 8, 2023 by jmkyoung

For over a decade, the Collins Memorial Library has sponsored an award for an outstanding graduating Art major. Each year a Library panel convenes to preview the senior show and after much discussion selects the winning artwork. The artist is … Continue reading →

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Collins Library Links: Celebrating Libraries and Librarians

Posted on April 25, 2023 by jmkyoung

Celebrating Libraries and Librarians This week marks National Library Week and there are a number of ways you can show support not only for Collins Library and its staff, but also on a national level. 1.  I invite you to … Continue reading →

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2023 Collins Library Book Collecting Contest Winners

Posted on April 24, 2023 by jmkyoung

Congratulations to Kaya Heimowitz, Sowmya Kannan, and Sammy Schwindt, winners of the 2023 Book Collecting Contest! Collins Choice Award Sammy Schwindt“Ascending the Shadows of my Past: A Collection of Female Led Fantasy Novels” The Collins Choice Award recognizes a student … Continue reading →

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Collins Library Links: Celebration of Creative Inquiry, Open Educational Resources

Posted on March 6, 2023 by jmkyoung

Celebration of Creative Inquiry! Thanks to Peggy Burge for her meticulous work on this year’s bibliography. Browsethis list of impressive publications and congratulations to faculty and staff scholars:https://library.pugetsound.edu/Faculty_Services Open Educational Resources  Last year the Library coordinated Puget Sound’s participation in … Continue reading →

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Behind the Archives Door: Costumes and Textiles, Tuesday, April 11, 3-4pm, Archives Seminar Room, 2nd Floor, Collins Library

Posted on February 27, 2023 by jmkyoung

Archivists Jane Connelly and Olivia Inglin will display and discuss University of Puget Sound’s unique costume collections, which include a vintage band uniform, 1920s bathing suits, and the costumes of Broadway star Carol Lawrence.  View these rarely-seen artifacts and learn … Continue reading →

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Behind the Archives Door: Grit City Magazine, Tuesday, March 21, 3-4pm, Archives Seminar Room, 2nd Floor, Collins Library

Posted on February 27, 2023 by jmkyoung

According to its creators, Grit City Magazine “was founded on the notion that Tacoma has good stories to tell.”  Editor-in-Chief Sierra Hartman will be on-site to discuss journalism, publishing, and Tacoma’s rich history. Issues of Grit City will be available … Continue reading →

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Behind the Archives Door: Medieval Manuscripts:  A conversation with private collector Matt Brehe, Wednesday, March 22, 12-2pm

Posted on February 27, 2023 by jmkyoung

Matt is a Seattle based private collector of manuscripts and incunabula. A member of the Book Club of Washington, an organization dedicated to the culture of the book, Matt will bring several treasures to share including a book of hours, … Continue reading →

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Past Exhibits

Posted on February 22, 2023 by jmkyoung

The Wonderful World of Pop-Up Books: The Stanley W. Hess Collection, (February 21 – April 22, 2022) 150 pop-up books. Wildlife: The Guild of Book Workers (February 21 – April 22, 2022) Science Stories:  A Collaboration with Book Artists and … Continue reading →

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Women & The Railroad, Saturday, March 18, 11am-3pm, Collins Memorial Library

Posted on February 21, 2023 by jmkyoung

Explore the contributions of women to the railroad industry with hands on activities, re-enactors, speakers, and a special art exhibit! Free, and all are welcome!

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