Honoring Women’s History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are pleased to announce that the Chapman research community now has access to the Taylor & Francis Women’s Studies Ebooks Collection. This database features a curated collection of key titles in Women’s Studies, examining the impact of race, ethnicity, geography, class, sexual orientation, and gender construction on the
3 New Open Access Publishing Opportunities
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce that Chapman University has joined three new read-and-publish deals through the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), Emerald, and Oxford University Press. These agreements will allow Chapman-affiliated authors to publish their articles Open Access at reduced or zero cost. About the ACM (Association for Computing Machinery) Agreement: The read-and-publish
Submit Like a Pro
Are you working on your Thesis or Dissertation as a graduate student? Are you a student graduating this May 2025? Are you ready to take the final step in your academic journey? If so, the Leatherby Libraries is thrilled to bring back our popular workshop, “Submitting Your Thesis or Dissertation to the Library,” designed to
Celebrating Black Music and Its Impact
In honor of Black History Month, the Leatherby Libraries is excited to introduce our newest reference desk display, dedicated to exploring the history of Black music. The books in this display examine Black musicians and genres to shed light on their international impact on culture and the music industry. The titles included in this display
#YearofAI Continues
As part of our #YearOfAI initiative celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Leatherby Libraries, we are excited to introduce 16 newly added titles to our year-long AI: The Next Chapter display. In a field evolving at an unprecedented pace, staying ahead of the latest advancements is essential. These additions reflect AI’s rapid transformation, covering topics
The Kindness of Color
On Thursday, November 14, 2024, the Leatherby Libraries hosted a panel event discussing the Mendez, et al. v. Westminster decision that ultimately desegregated public schools in the state of California. This event, inspired by panelist Janice Munemitsu’s book, The Kindness of Color, tells the story of the Munemitsu family’s connection to the Mendez v. Westminster
Fashion Lovers and Researchers Rejoice!
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to offer access to the Vogue Archive. This database includes the entire run of the US edition of Vogue from 1892 to the present, reproduced in high-resolution color images. The Vogue Archive is an essential primary source for fashion and modern social history studies. Researchers will find the database useful
Whose Data Is It?
International Love Data Week, hosted annually by the ICPSR (Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research) at the University of Michigan, celebrates everything and anything related to collecting, interpreting, and using data. The 2025 theme for Love Data Week is “Whose Data Is It, Anyway,” which encourages researchers to reflect on where data comes from
Kickstart Your New Year's Resolution!
The Leatherby Libraries is excited to announce our first reference desk display of 2025, which celebrates National Hobby Month and encourages visitors to explore activities and interests that support creativity and relaxation. The books selected for this display encourage visitors to pick up or revisit hobbies such as gardening, baking, fitness, and more! January is
Code Talkers
The Leatherby Libraries curated a display exploring the rich history of Native American Code Talkers. During both World Wars, Native American soldiers utilized their indigenous languages as a code to communicate with one another. According to the National WW2 Museum, there were soldiers from at least 15 Native American tribes who utilized their unique tribal