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William the Conqueror invades England (Friday Fun?)

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Barbara

William the Conqueror invades England! Ahem, I mean, William the Conqueror, aka William I, King of England, invaded England on this day (Sept. 28) in 1066. I didn’t miss the anniversary this year, thanks to a tweet by the University … Continue reading →

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Fictional Beliefs

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Martha

We’re highlighting fiction again at the book sale in October Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – September 25

Posted on September 25, 2012 by kyle

Mathletics: A Scientist Explains 100 Amazing Things About the World of Sports by John Barrow GV 706.8 .B373 2012 New Arrivals, 2nd floor This past weekend, I did something that I had previously thought was unthinkable – I ran a … Continue reading →

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Int’l Book Week (Friday Fun Stuff)

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Barbara

I am informed by a Facebook friend that it’s International Book Week, and here is your assignment for no credit whatsoever: The rules: Grab the closest book to you, turn to page 52, then post the 5th sentence as your … Continue reading →

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Global Café Sept. 19 @5pm

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Barbara

The Fall 2012 Global Café series kicks off on Wed., Sept. 19th, from 5-6pm with a focus on Vietnam, Mexico and Spain (location: Andersen Library’s big-screen TV area, near the Food for Thought café). In this series, co-sponsored by the Center … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – September 18

Posted on September 18, 2012 by kyle

Why Calories Count: Science to Politics by Marion Nestle & Malden Nesheim TX551 .N3977 2012 New Arrivals, 2nd floor With the return of the semester, it’s a return to old habits like a rushed lunch or snacking on whatever might … Continue reading →

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Race Consciousness in Latin America Sept. 18

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Barbara

Dr. Manuel A. Ossers, Professor in UWW’s Dept. of Languages and Literatures will talk about “Race Consciousness in Latin America” on Tues., Sept. 18, from 3:45-5pm in UC 275B, as part of the Latino Heritage Lecture Series. Would you like … Continue reading →

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Résumé Doctor @ Andersen Library Sept. 18-20

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Barbara

The Résumé Doctor is in! Drop into Andersen Library between 1 and 4 pm Tues.-Thurs., September 18-20, to have the good doctor give your résumé a check-up! Andersen Library also has resources about résumés, cover letters, and interviews. Search the … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – September 11

Posted on September 11, 2012 by kyle

Uprising: How to Build a Brand — And Change the World — By Sparking Cultural Movements edited by Scott Goodson HF5415.1255 .G673 2012 New Arrivals, 2nd floor I sometimes draw from my Facebook newsfeed for inspiration when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Lecture Series: Election 2012

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Barbara

The Fall 2012 Fairhaven Lecture Series has the theme “Election 2012” and will help you learn about critical issues affecting the election this fall. All lectures in this series are free, open to the public, and take place on Mondays … Continue reading →

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