Author Archives: Martha

About Martha

Martha is a Reference & Instruction Librarian and the liaison to the Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Languages and Literatures, Mathematics, and Physics Departments

What is January 4th?

Posted on January 3, 2017 by Martha

What is January 4th? This year it’s Hump Day, but it’s also National Trivia Day! Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – December 27, 2016

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Martha

John Coltrane combined physics and geometry with music over 50 years ago and now Stephon Alexander is doing the same with physics and jazz. Continue reading →

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Holiday Book & Media Sale

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Martha

Last week Thanksgiving heralded the beginning of the holiday season and today we’ve put out gift worthy books, CDs, DVDs, and video games for the Library’s monthly sale. Continue reading →

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Book & Media Sale for November

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Martha

This month’s sale includes books and media Continue reading →

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Nobel Prize in Physics

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Martha

The 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded “for theoretical discoveries of topological phase transitions and topological phases of matter” on October 4th Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – October 4, 2016

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Martha

Autobiography in Black & Brown: Ethnic Identity in Richard Wright and Richard Rodriguez by Michael Nieto Garcia Continue reading →

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October Book Sale

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Martha

This month’s books are all sets from 2-20 volumes that we’re selling at a reduced rate. The only caveat is that you must purchase an entire set for the specified rate. Continue reading →

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Book Sale-New Selection

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Martha

A new selection of books has been put out for the sale. They include a wide span of topics, such as communication, education, history, physical education/recreation, and the arts. Continue reading →

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Friday Fun – Google Easter Eggs

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Martha

Sometimes people like to hide things, like Easter Eggs for other people to find. This includes the folks at Google. Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – August 23, 2016

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Martha

The Geek Feminist Revolution by Kameron Hurley. Hurley has already won two Hugo Awards and a British Fantasy Society Award for her thought provoking essays. Continue reading →

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