The Leatherby Libraries curated a brand-new reference desk display highlighting the achievements and accomplishments of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Women have long been at the forefront of discovery, innovation, and leadership in these fields, driving inventions and research that have shaped our society. One of our selections is Women of Color
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to host a 3-part hybrid Introduction to R Programming Workshop Series for Spring 2025. Our STEM Librarian, Dr. Elaine Yeung, designed this workshop series to introduce students, staff, and faculty to fundamental coding concepts in R. R programming is a powerful tool that can propel efficiency and effectiveness in analyzing
The Leatherby Libraries curated a brand-new reference desk display highlighting the achievements and accomplishments of women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Women have long been at the forefront of discovery, innovation, and leadership in these fields, driving inventions and research that have shaped our society. One of our selections is Women of Color
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to host a 3-part hybrid Introduction to R Programming Workshop Series for Spring 2025. Our STEM Librarian, Dr. Elaine Yeung, designed this workshop series to introduce students, staff, and faculty to fundamental coding concepts in R. R programming is a powerful tool that can propel efficiency and effectiveness in analyzing
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
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
The Leatherby Libraries collaborated with the Design/Create/Innovate (DCI) Lab under the Fowler School of Engineering to unveil a brand-new book display celebrating the fascinating world of 3-D printing and makerspaces. Makerspaces are public areas that encourage communities to collaborate and learn about new technologies to generate creative outputs. The Design/Create/Innovate Lab (DCI) is a makerspace that supports
Are you interested in learning how to use and encode data effectively? This November, the Leatherby Libraries is hosting a three-part Intro to R programming workshop series to help you learn more about coding in R. Whether you are a complete beginner or need a refresher, this workshop series will provide participants with fundamental knowledge
On September 25, 2024, New York Times Bestselling Author Roxane Gay will visit Chapman University for “Roxane with One ‘N’… Featuring author Roxane Gay,” the 2024 Engaging the World keynote address and book signing event. The Engaging the World lecture series is an annual event hosted by the Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social
In honor of Constitution Day on September 17, 2024, the Leatherby Libraries curated a special book display that delves into the rich history and profound impact of the United States Constitution. This display offers an opportunity to explore the foundational principles that have shaped American democracy and continue influencing our nation’s governance today. Featured titles
In honor of the Leatherby Libraries’ 20th Anniversary, we are excited to present AI: The Next Chapter, a year-long display that dives into the transformative impact of AI across various fields. As AI continues to evolve, this display highlights its profound influence on our everyday experiences and offers resources to help the Chapman community stay
The 16th Annual Community of Readers program is underway at the Leatherby Libraries! To celebrate this exciting Chapman University summer reading program, we have curated Journeying Through the Leatherby Libraries Catalog, a brand-new book display featuring a wide range of fiction and non-fiction selections. With over 60 options across numerous genres, this display is sure
Celebrating Women in STEM 
Unlocking the Power of R 
The Kindness of Color 
Code Talkers 
Constructing the Future 
Leatherby Libraries Honors Roxane Gay’s Visit with a Special Display 
From Founding Fathers to Future Generations 
AI: The Next Chapter 
Journeying Through the Leatherby Libraries Catalog