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JFK Library and Learning Commons Service Fair

JFK Library and Learning Commons Service Fair

EWU Students! Stop by to learn about JFK services and resources!  This quarter, take advantage of all the JFK Library and Learning Commons has to offer. All our partners and services will be at this event, including: Equipment Checkout Services Interlibrary Loan and Summit Borrowing Research Services PLUS Writers’ Center MMC/Student Technology Services Stop by

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DEI Resource Display

DEI Resource Display

White Privilege, Power, and Supremacy Explore the complex depths of societal challenges with our curated collection on “White Privilege, Power, and Supremacy.” Delve into thought-provoking narratives that shed light on the historical roots, contemporary manifestations, and the ongoing efforts to combat this pressing issue. These books aim to foster understanding, empathy, and dialogue in the

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Coffee with a Cop at EWU’s JFK Library

Coffee with a Cop at EWU’s JFK Library

This event brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Bring your questions, or just stop by to say hello, over a free cup of coffee. Thanks to Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters for the generous event sponsorship!  

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Fresco Secco to Buon Fresco: Student Work Display

November 21, 2023

Fresco Secco to Buon Fresco: Student Work Display

The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th Century” have engaged with the rise of Fresco Secco (dry fresco) and the transition to Buon Fresco (wet fresco) in ancient art. Upon learning about frescoes created by the ancient Minoans through the Roman Empire, students conducted research into the techniques, purpose, and locations of specific

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LIBR 210 | Intro to Academic Research

LIBR 210 | Intro to Academic Research

Learn in a supportive, hands-on, and fun environment! This five-credit, online course focuses on interdisciplinary information literacy skills and library research techniques. is applicable to research projects and assignments in various majors. meets General Education requirements. requires no textbook purchase! This course will help you build a solid foundation for conducting independent academic research in

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Early Writing and Cylinder Seals: Student Work Display, ART 312

Image of Secrist Gallery with Cylinder Seals on display.

The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th century” spent weeks engaged in the analysis of artifacts containing ancient writing. Ranging from Sumerian Cuneiform to Egyptian hieroglyphics, students not only ascertained how early writing cultivated cultural progress, but investigated unique methodologies employed to disperse ancient text, such as cylinder seals. Each student conducted independent

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Veterans Day 2023

Veterans Day 2023

In honor of Veterans Day, the Veterans Resource Center will be hosting a display in the JFK Lobby from 30 October through 15 November. The display will feature resource materials, uniform displays, archival photos and service challenge coins recognizing our veterans. There will also be a message wall for all to post messages, photos, and

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Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff

Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff

Oct. 30 – Nov. 3, 2023 | JFK Secrist Gallery Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff The Chicana/o/x Studies Program, with support from the EWU Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and JFK Library, is hosting a Dia de los Muertos community altar display. The altar will honor EWU

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Your EWU Library by the Numbers

Your EWU Library by the Numbers

336,137 total item downloads (articles, pdfs, videos) 348,633 views of library research guides 136,020 eBook chapters viewed or downloaded 171,323 Digital Commons (institutional repository) works downloaded 7,848 books checked out (including curriculum center books) 321 library instruction sessions conducted 11,922 questions answered at library desks (including research consultations) 3,339 interlibrary loan items borrowed, 5,340 lent

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Library Loan Periods Extended

Library Loan Periods Extended

Loan periods for most EWU collection and Summit materials* have been extended! Most loans have been extended from 6 weeks to 12 weeks, enabling longer use of EWU library and Summit collection materials, including videos and DVDs. Loan periods for equipment checkout are not extended. For information on equipment checkout, please visit this webpage. *Faculty,

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