Tag Archives: English language

New Stuff Tuesday – February 14, 2017

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Naomi Schemm

How to Speak Midwestern by Edward McClelland PE2932 .M33 2016 New Arrivals Island, 2nd floor In what state might you eat a “brain sandwich,” a “gooey butter cake,” or a “St. Paul Sandwich”? Attend school at “Ooey Pooey”? Go to … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday – October 1, 2013

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Martha

How English Became the Global Language by David Northrup PE1073 .N67 2013 New Arrivals, 2nd floor Thoughts of this book and last week’s new book, Holy Sh*t: A Brief History of Swearing, brought up memories of my first time visiting … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, OED!

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Barbara

On Feb. 1st in 1884, a portion of the first Oxford English Dictionary (OED) was printed. This venerable dictionary is going strong today. UWW students and staff have online access to it, and can even sign up to receive the … Continue reading →

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