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Library Columns features the latest news from UNC Greensboro's University Libraries. |
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A MESSAGE FROM MICHAEL CRUMPTON, DEAN |
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Happy (early) Valentine's Day, I hope you have a day full of love, smiles, and appreciation-- one can never have too much of that! I appreciate and “love” all the support you give the libraries whether it’s financial or moral; it is all valued.
We are moving forward with the planning and design activities for the library renovations. There will be a hybrid Campus Town Hall on February 28th, which will be recorded and shared in next month's publication of Columns. Many exciting components are being planned and I think everyone will be pleased! Supporting the Libraries enables us to "pay it forward" to the next generation of students who might have more complex and dynamic needs in a changing society. This aligns with the investment of a renovated building, which when complete, will be the heart of campus, promoting the success of our students.
Beyond the renovation planning and prep, we are working hard to further our mission and provide this institution with resources, instruction, and outreach. Maintaining that connection with the libraries will be an important aspect during the upcoming construction and our goal is to make pivots that will ensure the continued provision of resources and services. Details on those changes will be forthcoming.
I want to recognize the late, great library advocate, Fred Chappell, who passed away in January. Fred was a professor emeritus at UNCG, a former North Carolina poet laureate, and a North Carolina Literary Hall of Fame inductee. Located on the north side of the portico at the College Ave. entrance, is a quote of his in a plaque that was dedicated at the 2007 Founders Day ceremony which reads: “Here Our Patient Friends Await to Open to Us Their Minds and Hearts”. He said that this presented “a human and intimate image of the role of libraries”. We thank Fred; may he rest in peace.
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Again, Happy Valentine’s Day, know that you are loved and appreciated!! |
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Michael "Mike" A. Crumpton, MLIS, SHRM-SCP
Professor and Dean, University Libraries
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JAMES MCBRIDE IS COMING TO CAMPUS! |
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The University Libraries is proud to announce, in partnership with Greensboro Bound Literary Organization, that James McBride will be the guest author to kick-off this year's Greensboro Bound Literary Festival!
Please save the date for Thursday, May 16th, and plan to join us on campus as we host the award-winning author, musician, and screenwriter.
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JOIN THE UNCG ALUMNI & FRIENDS BOOK CLUB |
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Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are invited to join this semester's UNCG Alumni & Friends Book Club, as we read "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride.
The first 25 registrants will receive a free copy of the book (giving students access to the copies first).
The book club will meet virtually leading up to James McBride's on-campus presentation during the Greensboro Bound Literary Festival.
Please register by February 21st at the link below.
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CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH |
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In celebration of Black History Month, Candace Jacobs and Shelbi Webb created the first annual display to highlight Black figures in STEM, as well as Black science fiction writers, who are in the university library collections. Those featured include Ronald McNair, Mae Jemison, Nicky Drayden, and Octavia Butler. This display will be up until March 1st. |
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Register for this Year's AAD'S CACE Conference |
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The Conference on African American and African Diasporic Cultures and Experiences presents “Black Studies Matters, Black Stories Matter!”
Made possible by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
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BOOKUP HOOKUP & WEBINARS WORTH WATCHING |
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CELEBRATING MORE THAN 15 YEARS OF THE
RABBI AVI MAGID JEWISH STUDIES COLLECTION
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Since 2007, UNCG’s Jackson Library has been home to the generously donated personal library of Rabbi Avi Magid. Amassed over the course of 40 years, this collection of more than 1300 volumes represents the library of a working rabbi and encompasses a broad variety of subjects in Judaica. It includes texts in both Hebrew and English, resources on Jewish law from the ancient, medieval, and modern periods, and books on spirituality and ethics from traditional and contemporary perspectives.
The collection not only showcases the Jewish tradition, but provides a microcosm of the social sciences and humanities as well. Many of its texts are rare, expensive, and difficult to obtain, making them an excellent resource for students, faculty, affiliates of UNCG, and Greensboro residents participating in the community borrowing program. In addition, the Rabbi Avi Magid Jewish Studies Room may be booked for classes, meetings, and study sessions through the Jackson Library Reservations site.
Rabbi Magid is a native of Greensboro, NC. He received his BA from the University of Virginia and MA from Hebrew Union College, where he was ordained in the Reform Movement. He holds a PhD from the University of Hawaii-Manoa, and has served congregations in San Francisco, CA, White Plains, NY, and Honolulu, HI. Currently, he resides in Los Angeles.
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University Libraries renovation updates town hall, Wednesday, February 28th.
More details to come!
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University Libraries and Martha Blakeney Hodges Special Collections and University Archives will host a book talk by authors Hal E. Pugh and Eleanor Minnock-Pugh, on their book Naomi “Omie” Wise: Her Life, Death and Legend on March 21, 2024 at 3:30pm, in the Oakley Room of Alumni House on UNCG’s campus.
The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
The subject of numerous versions of folk ballads since the 1920s (including versions by Bob Dylan and Doc Watson), the story of Naomi Wise’s murder has lived on for generations. In their book, Hal Pugh and Eleanor Minnock-Pugh re-examine the true story of Naomi’s life, death, tradition, and legacy. The book provides important insights into the Piedmont North Carolina Quaker community in the early 19th century and highlights the plight of orphan women and their limited standing in the male-dominated society of the time. The book also covers the trials of Jonathan Lewis, his own death, the history of the Lewis and Wise families after Jonathan and Naomi’s deaths, as well as the musical ballad tradition, and how Naomi’s life has been remembered and retold since her death in 1807.
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The University Libraries Undergraduate Research Award is generously funded by Kathryn M. Crowe and Dr. David M. Crowe. Kathryn, a retired librarian from UNCG and David, a retired professor of History and Law from Elon University, spent much of their careers working with undergraduates on research projects. They are delighted to have the opportunity to support, encourage and reward students in these endeavors.
Key Dates and Times
- All Applicant Materials Including Final Project: Friday, 3/28/2024
- Faculty Nomination Form Due: Friday, 3/28/2024
- Notification of Winner: Monday, 4/19/2024
- Presentation of Award at the Provost Student Excellence Awards ceremony: TBD
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STAY CONNECTED TO THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES SPECIAL COLLECTIONS & ARCHIVES |
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Receive the latest news and updates from the University Libraries Special Collections and University Archives!
Click HERE to subscribe and view the latest edition of Special Collections and University Archives Quarterly Newsletter!
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JOIN US IN LIGHTING THE WAY |
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Through Light the Way, you can further the University Libraries’ work of being champions for UNC Greensboro’s academic mission.
Your generosity will promote student success, advance research, develop unique resources, revitalize facilities, and advance our leadership in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The University Libraries are a vital part of the social, entrepreneurial, and educational fabric of UNCG.
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THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING US! |
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If you have donated to the University Libraries and received a "Proud Supporter" sticker please take a selfie with your sticker and email your photo to Nakia Hoskins titled "UL SUPPORTER" to be featured in our donor appreciation entry portion soon coming to Columns.
Again, thank you for your support and commitment to the University Libraries!
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