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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
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
Penning a ‘happy list’ at the start of each day improve problem-solving skills!
Writing a ‘happy list’ before the start of each day can help both stressed-out workers and students improve their problem-solving skills, a recent study has found. Read more!
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Spotlight: People Making a Difference at Collins – Samantha Wilk
My name is Samantha Wilk, and I am a sophomore. I am majoring in politics and government, with a minor in environmental policy and decision-making and an emphasis in global development studies. I am from Washington, and next spring I … Continue reading
From the Archives: 1st Annual Gwen Phibbs Cookie Bake Off!
Cookies, by all rights, ought to be a permanent fixture in everyone’s life, and by extension, on all college campuses. In terms of versatility and aesthetics, it’s quite possible that no other baked treat quite reaches the same level of … Continue reading
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