Author Archives: jmkyoung

Library resources and campus librarians available to assist you this summer

Doing research on or off-campus this summer?  Library resources are available to you throughout the summer, including your campus librarians who are here to assist you on-campus or virtually. Here are some great resources to keep in mind, or better … Continue reading

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From the Archives: Zodiac Horsemen

One of the more frustrating things about working in Special Collections is that often there are books written in foreign languages, and they don’t come with translations. One example of this is a reproduction of an illustrated manual of military … Continue reading

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“Drawn the Road Again” – Unique Places Visited by Tacoma Artist Chandler O’Leary

Thanks to Chandler – Illustrator, letterer(erer) and entrepreneur living and working in Tacoma, the Collins Memorial Library will soon receive a print of it’s welcoming doors from her illustrated travel blog. Chandler has been a big part of enriching our … Continue reading

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“Buck: A Memoir” By M.K. Asante

A coming-of-age story about navigating the wilds of urban America and the shrapnel of a self-destructing family, Buck shares the story of a generation through one original and riveting voice. Check out this book that was deemed “A story of … Continue reading

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Dylan Harvey Wins Library Art Award 2015

Dylan Harvey, a graduating studio art major, is the 2015 recipient of the 13th annual Library Art Award for his series of crushed appliances. The selection was based on a number of factors, including originality, creativity, content integration, craftsmanship, and … Continue reading

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From the Archives: Preservation Week’s Tape

It’s preservation week! An entire week dedicated to discussing the concerns and solutions regarding preservation of rare books and unique collections. Here in the Archives & Special Collections at the University of Puget Sound, we’ll be showing you some common … Continue reading

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Preservation Week: From the Archives: Mounting Photographs

It’s preservation week! An entire week dedicated to discussing the concerns and solutions regarding preservation of rare books and unique collections. Here in the Archives & Special Collections at the University of Puget Sound, we’ll be showing you some common … Continue reading

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Get ready for 24/7! Laptop Locks are Available at the Circ Desk!

Collins Library wants you prepared for Finals Week! The library hours during that period will be: May 3 – 5 Sun – Tues 9 a.m. – Open 24 Hours May 10 – 14 Sun – Thur 9 a.m. – Open 24 … Continue reading

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All the Light We Cannot See: A Novel By Anthony Doerr

This novel tells the story of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both overcome personal obstacles and try to survive the devastation of World War II.  The highly acclaimed author, Anthony … Continue reading

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From the Archives: Preservation Week’s Metal Fasteners

            It’s preservation week! An entire week dedicated to discussing the concerns and solutions regarding preservation of rare books and unique collections. Here in the Archives & Special Collections at the University of Puget Sound, … Continue reading

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