Tag Archives: documentaries

PBS Video Collection: Fourth Edition (New Stuff Tuesday)

Pickings were slim at New Arrivals, so it seemed like a good opportunity to share a new online resource. PBS films are often useful teaching tools – plus, they’re entertaining. The UW System used year-end funds to purchase this collection. … Continue reading

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Alice’s Ordinary People/Screening & Discussion

There will be a screening of Alice’s Ordinary People on Thurs, May 16, from 6–8pm at Whitewater’s public library, the Irvin L Young Memorial Library (431 W Center St, Whitewater). The filmmaker, Craig Dudnick, will provide an introduction and lead … Continue reading

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New Stuff Tuesday – October 24, 2017

The Vietnam War A film by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick DS557.7 .V54 20167 v. 1-2 New DVD Arrivals Island, 2nd floor Ken Burns latest documentary explores the most contemporary topic of the many documentaries he has comprised. A project … Continue reading

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Earth Week 2017

UW-Whitewater will observe Earth Week (April 17-22) with a variety of events. Please visit the Earth Week web page for more information, or for contact information if events require registration. Mon., Apr. 17 Campus Garden Preview and Greenhouse Tour (noon-1pm, … Continue reading

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Film Screening – “Deepsouth” Nov. 30

There will be a screening of the film “Deepsouth” on Wed., Nov. 30, at noon (running time about 72 minutes) in the University Center’s Warhawk Connection Center. You can read a brief synopsis of the film online at its web … Continue reading

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Earth Week

UW-Whitewater offers several Earth Week (April 18-22, 2016) events, including these: The documentary This changes everything will be shown on Mon, Apr 18, from 5-7pm in Summers Auditorium (UC). If you miss it, Andersen Library has the book by Naomi … Continue reading

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Underwater Dreams

A screening of the documentary Underwater dreams on Tues., Sept. 22, at 3:30pm in UC 275A opens the Latino Heritage Lecture Series for 2015-16! Enjoy the story of Title I high school students, sons of undocumented Mexican immigrants, building a … Continue reading

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Friday Fun: Jokes, Humor, Comedy

Feeling a bit stressed? Maybe a little laughter could take the edge off! According to the documentary Laughology (2nd-floor DVDs, Academic, BF575.L3 L28 2010), laughing is a great way to reduce stress. And it’s good for your heart (see “Laughter … Continue reading

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New Stuff Tuesday – December 30, 2014

Alanis Obomsawin: The Vision of a Native Filmmaker by Randolph Lewis, PN1998.3 .O24 2006, New Arrivals, 2nd Floor. In this fascinating book, Randolph Lewis introduces, ponders, and critiques Alanis Obomsawin’s many films and presents detailed information about her life and influences. Continue reading

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Media Freedom v. Corporate Control

Peace, Education and Activism through Creative Engagement (P.E.A.C.E.), a UWW student organization, will show the documentary “Shadows of Liberty” on Thurs., Oct. 16th at 5:30pm in UC Summers Auditorium. This 90-minute award-winning documentary examines the impact of corporate ownership on … Continue reading

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