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Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month

 

Take a moment to learn by exploring these incredible museums and immersive exhibits.

Museo Frida Kahlo   

Journey throughout The Casa Azul (Blue House) where Frida Kahlo spent most of her life. The virtual tour is a unique experience, allowing those who are not able to visit the museum in person, to still engage with the house and gardens. Since its inauguration in July 1958, the Casa Azul and its gardens have displayed personal objects and paintings by both artists, folk art, Pre-Columbian sculpture, photos, documents, books, and furnishings that were part of the ambience where Frida was inspired to create.

*Casa Azul [photograph]. Museo Frida Kahlo, Coyoacán, CDMX, México. https://www.museofridakahlo.org.mx/?lang=en 

 

¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States 

This exhibit tells U.S. history from the perspectives of the diverse Latinas and Latinos who lived it and live it today. This exhibition uncovers hidden and forgotten stories, connects visitors to Latino culture, and lays the foundation for understanding how Latinas and Latinos inform and shape U.S. history and culture. The intentional diversity of objects, images, and stories clarifies that Latinhood is a dynamic exchange between related but distinct communities under the Latino identity.

*!Presente! A Latino History of the United States [photograph]. National Museum of the American Latino, Washington DC, United States of America. https://latino.si.edu/ 

 

 

New Database: Digital Theatre+

 

  

The library is excited to offer Digital Theatre+, a new resource that brings the world of performance directly to your screen. This comprehensive platform provides unlimited access to high=quality, full-length stage productions form renowned theatre companies such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, BroadwayHD, and the National Theatre.

In addition to performances, Digital Theatre+ includes a wealth of educational content, interviews with actors, directors, and designers; critical essays and analysis; study guides; and instructional resources designed to support coursework in theatre, English, literature, and performing arts. 

Ebook Central Reader App

 

On Wednesday, July 23, the library will upgrade to ProQuest's new Ebook Reader App for full-book downloads. Users will no longer have access to Adobe Digital Editions, but any active loans will seamlessly sync to the new app. Instructions for installing the app can be found in their User Install & Walkthrough video or in their LibGuide

 

Start Using LibKey

 

 

The library now offers a powerful new tool called LibKey to make finding and accessing articles faster and easier. With LibKey, students can quickly connect to full-text PDFs directly from the library's catalog, databases, or even when browsing the web. It eliminates extra steps by linking straight to the article when available, saving time and reducing frustration. 

To explore all the ways LibKey can help streamline your research, visit our research guide for detailed information and instructions.

 

 

Collections Discovery

 

Browse through our recently added Collections Discovery from our catalog. Stay up-to-date with new books at the library. Find featured titles based on holidays, cultures, and college success. 

Yellow arrow pointing to highlighted Collection Discovery button on Spartan Search menu bar