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Study Abroad Reference Services!

Posted on April 9, 2012 by jmkyoung

Studying abroad next year, or just finishing up this semester, did you know that there are many services available to you provided by Collins Library. Of course all of our online resources are available to all of our students from … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Library Snapshot Day – Wednesday, April 11, 2012!

Posted on April 9, 2012 by jmkyoung

Celebrate LIBRARY SNAPSHOT DAY 2012 with us on Wednesday, April 11, 2012!  Hundreds of libraries throughout Washington are compiling a glimpse of a day in the life of a library to show together our valuable impact on the community!  On … Continue reading →

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No Politics, Just Science: A New App Explains Climate Change

Posted on April 9, 2012 by jmkyoung

A new, free app for iPhones and iPads called Just Science jolts us back to reality by translating the science of climate change into layperson’s terms. The result, according to developer Nick Orenstein, is a gradual, everyday reminder of what’s happening … Continue reading →

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April Celebrates National Student Employment!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by jmkyoung

Thanks to all our incredible student employees! We appreciate you and all the great work that you do!

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April is National Poetry Month!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by jmkyoung

Are you a poet and just don’t know it? Here are some terrific resources for poetry! Come celebrate this month!

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Thanks to Garden Club and ASUPS for Wonderful Plants in Library!

Posted on March 29, 2012 by jmkyoung

The Collins library really appreciates the addition of beautiful plants donated by the Garden Club and ASUPS. Take a look around next time you visit the library and enjoy the greenery!  Thanks Garden Club and ASUPS!

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Hey Graffiti Artist, Stop Leaving Your Mark in the Library!

Posted on March 29, 2012 by jmkyoung

Dear Graffiti Artist, Please stop leaving your mark on our beautifully painted library walls. It is offensive and disrespectful. – Staff and Patrons of Collins Library

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Found in the Stacks by Peggy Firman: Suite Francaise

Posted on March 22, 2012 by jmkyoung

Find this lovely book in our stacks: call number PQ2627.E4 S8513 2006. The New York Times Book Review indicates that, “Nemirovsky wrote what may be the first work of fiction about what we now call World War II.” Irene Nemirovsky … Continue reading →

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DON'T FORGET – Edible Book Festival This Week!

Posted on March 21, 2012 by jmkyoung

This year’s Edible Book Festival will have super cool prizes and is also partnering with Social Justice and Pi Beta Phi with a canned food drive and promotion of programs in support of literacy. Stuck for an idea?  Visit these … Continue reading →

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Music in the Library: Harp – Friday, March 23, 3-3:30 p.m.!

Posted on March 19, 2012 by jmkyoung

Join us for Harp music by Lauren Eklund! Friday, March 23, 2012 3-3:30 p.m. Collins Library Reading Room

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