Monthly Archives: August 2011

Welcome Back!

The University Libraries staff extends a special welcome to new students and faculty and is, of course, pleased to welcome back those who are returning from their summer break. We are ready to assist you with finding materials for your courses or for any other kind of research need and look forward to seeing you all in the libraries. Continue reading

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University Libraries September Exhibitions

The University Libraries welcomes new and returning students and faculty with two UArts-focused exhibitions. Anderson Hall in the first floor hallway display cases: What’s Your Major? From ballet programs of the Forties and a how-to book on playing the spoons, to … Continue reading

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Library staff recommendation: The Book of Symbols

No previous book on symbols compares to the beauty, creative expression, and research of The Book of Symbols. Continue reading

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Digital Resources of the Week: PhilaPlace

Welcome to the Class of 2015! And welcome back to all the upperclassmen. This week’s digital library was chosen to get you acquainted with your new home, Philadelphia. Continue reading

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Library staff recommendation: Lee Miller: Portraits from a Life

War photographer, muse, and friend to many influential artists, Lee Miller’s photographs are some of the most compelling of the twentieth century. Continue reading

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Library staff recommendation: The Seven Deadly Sins

This compilation of essays, one for each sin, is accompanied by a series of woodcuts entitled The Seven Deadly Sins and the Devil from 1480-1490. Continue reading

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