Author Archives: jmkyoung

Did you know that Collins Library has a collection of children’s books?

Posted on September 23, 2019 by jmkyoung

Hannah Turner is a new student at Puget Sound and we are delighted she is working in the Library. Recently Hannah had the chance to learn more about our children’s literature collection and below is a review of some of … Continue reading →

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From the Archives & Special Collections: Welcome Back!

Posted on September 17, 2019 by jmkyoung

We hope everyone had a wonderful summer and has settled back into life at Puget Sound! Since many of you are new to campus, we thought we’d take a moment to highlight what the A&SC has to offer. A great … Continue reading →

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An essential instruction manual and memoir

Posted on September 10, 2019 by jmkyoung

Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and reenergizes the conversation about racism—and, even more fundamentally, points us toward liberating new ways of thinking about ourselves and each other. At its core, racism is a powerful system that creates false … Continue reading →

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Collins Library Links – Welcome Back Issue – Part II

Posted on September 9, 2019 by jmkyoung

Collins Library Links – Welcome Back Issue – Part II Art in the Library: Please take time to stop by the Collins Library and view two outstanding exhibits. Interwoven Stories showcases pages from a community stitching project developed by Canadian … Continue reading →

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The power of trying

Posted on September 4, 2019 by jmkyoung

To be our best selves, we must become secure in our insecurities. The Try Guys – Keith, Ned, Zach, and Eugene – reveal their philosophy of trying: how to fully embrace fear, foolishness, and embarrassment in an effort to understand how … Continue reading →

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Events/Exhibits in Collins Library – Fall 2019

Posted on August 28, 2019 by jmkyoung

AUGUST Aug. 1 – September 14: Diana Weymar: Pages from Interwoven Stories, Collins Library, Gallery Room. We are pleased to exhibit a selection of pages from artist Diana Weymar’s Interwoven Stories project. Interwoven Stories is a community stitching project that … Continue reading →

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Collins Memorial Library acknowledges with respect the Lushootseed speaking peoples

Posted on August 20, 2019 by jmkyoung

The Collins Memorial Library acknowledges with respect the Lushootseed-speaking peoples on whose traditional land the university stands and the Puyallup peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. PDF document on land acknowledgement: https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net/consciouselders/pages/1529/attachments/original/1526921069/Honor_Native_Land_Guide.pdf?1526921069 To learn more … Continue reading →

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Collins Welcomes New Librarian Angela Weaver

Posted on August 12, 2019 by jmkyoung

Collins Library is pleased to welcome new librarian Angela Weaver who will join us September 9, 2019. Angela Weaver served as the Head of the Drama and Art Libraries and the Arts & Humanities Liaison Team leader at the University … Continue reading →

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Béatrice Coron: From Book Shelves to Cat Walk: Wearable papercuts and artist books, August 22, 4-5:30pm, Collins Library Room 053 (lower level)

Posted on July 31, 2019 by jmkyoung

Béatrice Coron will introduce the many facets of contemporary paper cutting as well as her artist’s journey in visual storytelling. From the historical roots of this art form to a panorama of international artists. This simple media took her from … Continue reading →

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Diana Weymar: Pages from Interwoven Stories, Aug. 1-Sept. 14, 2019, Collins Library, Gallery Room