Category Archives: around the library

Whitewater is Money Smart

Posted on April 12, 2018 by Nancy Bennett

Money Smart Week 2018 is almost upon us! We all know money does not come with instructions, unfortunately, so let us help you out! No sales pitches, no hidden agendas, no scary jargon — just straightforward help to empower you … Continue reading →

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Childrens Book Sale

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Martha

April showers bring May flowers. April snowstorms bring a sale on childrens books! This month’s selection of sale materials is primarily childrens books and leveled readers. Also included are books on lesson planning, games for children, and several Silver Burdette … Continue reading →

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Hear the Wisconsin poet laureate

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Barbara

Karla Huston, Wisconsin’s 2017-18 Poet Laureate, will present some of her work on Thurs., Apr. 5th, at 5 p.m. in Laurentide in the 3rd-floor “living room area.” It’s a celebration of Poetry Month! There will be some refreshments (RSVP to … Continue reading →

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Creativity on Display in March!

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Nancy Bennett

This week, the Andersen Library hosted two events that encouraged students to express themselves creatively in a fun and relaxing environment. With the end of midterms in sight and spring break just around the corner, the Andersen Library gave students … Continue reading →

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Library Displays: To Read is to Travel

Posted on March 23, 2018 by Nancy Bennett

Traveling is an experience comparable to very few things in life. It allows for encounters with new people, appreciation of new cultures, and a level of wonderment that resounds in your bones. Yet, what if you could travel the world … Continue reading →

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Spring Break 2018! Library, Café hours

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Barbara

SPRING BREAK! Mmmmm, can you feel the sun and hear the surf? Andersen Library’s hours will be: Sat-Sun Mar 24-25: CLOSED Mon-Fri Mar 26-30: 8am-4:30pm Sat Mar 31: CLOSED Sun Apr 1: 3pm-2am The Food for Thought café is open … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Library is Back!

Posted on March 15, 2018 by Ellen Latorraca

It’s time for the 6th annual… Stuffed Animal Sleepover! UW-Whitewater students, staff, faculty and Children’s Center families accompanied by a child 6(ish) years of age or younger, are invited to join Andersen Library for the 6th annual Stuffed Animal Sleepover … Continue reading →

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Book-Sale-O-Rama

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Martha

This month’s selection of sale books cover the subjects of anthropology, history, political science, science, sociology, sports, and women’s studies. Continue reading →

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Blind Date with a Book: The Affection for Reading

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Nancy Bennett

Love was in the air and new relationships were on the cusp with “Blind Date with a Book” here at the Andersen Library earlier this month. Caught up in an abundance of emotions following the conclusion of another Valentine’s Day, … Continue reading →

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Andersen Library (Building) at 65

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Barbara

On February 26, 1953, campus and community members helped carry books from UW-Whitewater’s Old Main library into the new Andersen Library building. 65 years, two additions, and myriad changes later, Andersen Library still strives to provide students with resources and … Continue reading →

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