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Old Asian American Poets Never Die

I was reading this article on Huffington Post on Asian American poetry, and I thought you might be interested in reading it.  Old Asian American Poets Never Die. – Jane Carlin, Library Director  

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December Calendar

This December calendar was developed by Jordan Ross ( now a data specialist in Admissions) during her time as a student employee in the Collins Library and was recently updated by Jacob Imlay, student employee and senior Computer Science major. … Continue reading

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Who Celebrated the “First Thanksgiving”?

If you guessed “Plymouth Colonists,” You might be surprised… In May 1541, Spanish explorer Francisco Vasquez de Coronado and 1,500 men celebrated at the Palo Dur Canyon — located in the modern-day Texas Panhandle — after their expedition from Mexico … Continue reading

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From the Archives: The Fears of White Men

Currently in the Archives & Special Collections is The Fears of White Men by Tate Foley, 2010. Letterpress printed on Mohawk Superfine, this art book takes a heavily satirical look at the irrational fears of the white American race. Ranging … Continue reading

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Just in the Popular Collection: “Yes Please” by Amy Poehler

You may know her from her roles as Pawnee’s delusional director of Parks and Recreation Department, or perhaps as former first lady and Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton; whatever the case, comedian, actress, and writer Amy Poehler has become one … Continue reading

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6 Must-Reads To Finish In The Last Six Weeks Of The Year

Plenty of people read books long after they’re out but just as many want to tackle a new book just as it’s brand-new in the world. Our editors are already thinking about the books that will be published early next … Continue reading

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Coming Soon to the Westport Library – Humanoid Robots

They Can Speak in 19 Languages and Even Do Tai Chi WESTPORT, Conn.—They have blinking eyes and an unnerving way of looking quizzically in the direction of whoever is speaking. They walk, dance and can talk in 19 different languages. … Continue reading

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Theatre Department performing Suzan-Lori Parks’ work, “365 Days/365 Plays” in November

The Theatre Department is performing scenes from Suzan-Lori Parks’ work, 365 Days/365 Plays in November. To learn more about the play and the author, review the library’s web guide. About the title: “With 365 – it just rhymed: 365 Days/365 … Continue reading

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Music in the Library – 4 Harpists: Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, 3:30 p.m.

Music in the Library: 4 Harpists Friday, Nov. 21, 2014 3:30-3:50 p.m. Collins Library Reading Room Performance by: Frances Welsh, Lauren Eklund, Rosalie Boyle and Christina Sumprer.

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From the Archives: Always Eating

It can easily be assumed that food is one of the most important parts of our life here at Puget Sound. We walk into the sub and we are faced with many options. Some days there are a wide verity … Continue reading

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