Category Archives: education

Stuffed Animal Sleepover at Andersen Library

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

If you happened through Andersen Library this past Friday, Saturday, or Monday, you may have noticed children and librarians with stuffed animals in tow. You were witnessing the Stuffed Animal Sleepover. Parents and grandparents helped the stuffed animals’ kid-friends create … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover in the Library!

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

UW-Whitewater students, staff, faculty and Children’s Center families accompanied by a child 6 years of age or younger, are invited to Andersen Library’s first annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover on Friday, April 19th. We are joining the Children’s Center in celebrating … Continue reading →

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Kidding Around in the Library with Children’s Books

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Ellen Latorraca

In celebration of the Week of the Young Child™, Andersen Library sends an extra shout out to the UW-Whitewater Children’s Center staff and intern students who nurture our littlest UW-W community members. They are our local heroes, cultivating early reading habits … Continue reading →

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Terrariums

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Barbara

Looking for something to do to break up all the studying? Would you like something green growing in your room (and no, I’m not talking about mold!)? Patty Bailey will give a hands-on workshop on “Fun With Terrariums and Miniature … Continue reading →

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The Chronicle: Retractions

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Barbara

Did you know that we have a subscription to The Chronicle of Higher Education online? You can use it to keep up with issues and trends in higher education. Of course, it’s not always good news. In a recent issue, … Continue reading →

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A Plastic Free Life?

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Ronna

Is living a plastic-free life even possible? Beth Terry of Oakland, California, author of the blog, MyPlasticFreeLife.com, thinks we should try. Read her Plastic-free Living Guide for a long list of ways to–if not completely eliminate–at least dramatically reduce the … Continue reading →

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Earth Day & Frozen Planet

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Ronna

Earth Day is today, April 22. To celebrate, why not watch the Discovery Channel’s multi-part documentary, Frozen Planet? They are running the first 7 episodes today, beginning at 1 pm. The final episode premieres tonight at 7 pm CST. Watch … Continue reading →

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Student Creativity Unleashed in the Library

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Ellen Latorraca

Have you noticed the book displays near the Library’s Food for Thought Café or in the Curriculum Collection area on the 2nd floor? These aren’t just catchy-looking collections of colorful items. These displays are projects designed by students in Elementary … Continue reading →

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Help Children Discover Art!

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Rebecca

Imagine a world without color.  Make color a reality for those in need & donate to Color Me Mine.  Join Working for Whitewater’s Wellness (W3) in donating art supplies for Headstart and Studio 84. Items needed include: Basic Art Supplies … Continue reading →

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StWEA Scholastic Book Sale, March 12-16, 2012!

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Rebecca

Student Wisconsin Education Association (StWEA) will again be hosting a Scholastic Book Sale within the Andersen Library. Book sale will be held daily from 11am – 5pm from Monday, March 12 to Friday, March 16.  Books make great gifts for … Continue reading →

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