Tag Archives: travel

Study Abroad – virtual fair, library resources

Posted on September 30, 2020 by Barbara

The virtual UW-Whitewater Global Experiences Fair will be available to Warhawks all day on Thurs., Oct. 1, through Canvas. Andersen Library has resources, if you’d like to learn more. For country information, including customs, climate, politics, government, and more, try … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Hours (Library, Café)

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Barbara

Plan ahead! Hours of the Andersen Library and Food for Thought Café are affected by the Thanksgiving holiday. The Food for Thought Café will be close at 4pm on Tues., Nov. 26, and then it will be closed Wed. through … 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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Friday Fun: Culture Trip

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Barbara

I’m a fan of ‘armchair travel.’ You know, sit in a comfortable chair and read a book about another country and its delights, like In a sunburned country, a book about Australia by Bill Bryson. These days travel web sites … Continue reading →

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T3: Apps for Car Trips

Posted on May 26, 2017 by Diana

It’s almost Memorial Day weekend and the beginning of summer road trip season. Since navigation apps are built into mobile devices, I’ve suggested a few things that you may not already have on your devices. Here are apps that will … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: Atlas Obscura

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Barbara

Here’s some Friday fun, if you’re in need of some fun or armchair travel right about now. Atlas Obscura is a web site that claims to be “the definitive guide to the world’s wondrous and curious places.” Anyone can create … Continue reading →

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T3: Apps for Airport Info

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Diana

If you are traveling over Spring Break (lucky you!), you may find yourself in an airport. There are several apps available for iOS and Android that help you navigate airports, decide on transportation options, and manage your travel. GateGuru Chock-full of … Continue reading →

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Friday Fun: Armchair travel this winter!

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Barbara

Winter in Wisconsin! What better time to travel, especially to warmer places, eh? But if you’re like me, you can’t afford the time (or the travel). Well, a little ‘armchair’ travel may be the ticket for us. Andersen Library can … Continue reading →

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New Stuff Tuesday–March 18, 2014

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Ronna

Yellowstone’s Wildlife in Transition edited by P.J. White, Robert A. Garrott, and Glenn E. Plumb QH104.5 .Y44 Y45 2013 New Arrivals, 2nd floor The subject of this week’s book, Yellowstone National Park, holds a special place in my heart. My … Continue reading →

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Global Cafe Series- Feb. 5

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Rebecca

Post by Andrew Eppen Ever had the interest in learning about the different cultures around the world? Looking to meet people who love talking about global subjects as much as you do? The Global Café going on in the Andersen … Continue reading →

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