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Accessing Congressional Research Service Reports

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is an agency within the Library of Congress, acting as a think tank, provides policy and legal analysis on topics including domestic law, foreign affairs, and finance to committees and Members of Congress. While CRS … Continue reading

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From the Archives: James R. Slater papers

Archives & Special Collections are pleased to present the James R. Slater papers, 1919-1983, which document the personal and professional life of a distinguished former University of Puget Sound biology professor. James Rodenburg Slater (1890-1989), a native New Yorker, graduated … Continue reading

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The Curious Tale of the Stolen Books

The story of a priceless collection of historic books and a theft that went undetected for decades until the death of the culprit. Read more!  

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Recommended Reading: “Moloka’i”

I enjoyed “Moloka’i” by Alan Brennert, about a young Hawaiian girl and her extraordinary spirit as she ends up on a quarantined leprosy island. This book is about embracing life in the face of death, and filled with discovery and … Continue reading

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Love Book Arts? Intriqued by the definition of what is a book? Then check out this great show!

The Creative World of Book Arts April 18 – May 28 Opening Reception: April 18, 5-8pm What is a book? In the traditional sense a book is a bound collection of writings or illustrations used to share knowledge, ideas, or … Continue reading

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Collins Library Links: How the Library Can Help Your Students During End of the Semester Rush

April 2013 “Down to the Wire” How the Library Can Help Your Students During End of the Semester Rush Class on Demand – Research Help Made to Order:  Librarians will design a class on a topic specifically to meet the … Continue reading

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Academic Integrity @ Puget Sound Teaches You How to Identify and Avoid Plagiarism

Academic Integrity @ Puget Sound teaches you how to identify and avoid plagiarism.

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Happy Birthday, John Dowland and Benjamin Britten!

This year commemorates the anniversary of two English composers: John Dowland (b. 1563) and Benjamin Britten (b. 1913). Although centuries apart, Britten was drawn to Dowland’s work as a source of English song composition and expressive musical gestures. The works … Continue reading

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Pierce County Reads: “Hemingway and Women” By Ann Putnam, May 2, 2013, 7 p.m.

Hemingway and Women A Presentation by Ann Putnam, (English Department, University of Puget Sound) May 2, 2013 @ 7pm King’s Books 218 St Helens Ave., Tacoma, WA 98402 Ann Putnam holds a Ph.D. in American Literature from the University of … Continue reading

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Music in the Library: Flute-Piccolo Trio, Friday, April 26, 2 p.m.!

Please join us! Music in the Library  – Flute/Piccolo Trio! Friday, April 26, 2013 2-2:20 p.m. Collins Library Performance by Whitney Reveyrand, Melissa Gaughan, Kaitlynn Fix  

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