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
As we enter the new year, we wanted to look back on one of our many amazing collaborations with the Department of Information Systems and Technology. On October 4 & 5, 2024, Chapman University welcomed students, families, alums, and community members to campus to celebrate Chapman Family Homecoming. The Leatherby Libraries was thrilled to work
It’s that time of year again—Finals Week is just around the corner, and we know how important it is to stay energized and focused. We’re thrilled to bring back one of our favorite traditions at the Leatherby Libraries: Coffee at the Library for Finals Week! Join us on the first floor of the Leatherby Libraries,
The Panther recently highlighted Chapman University’s dedicated efforts to boost student participation in elections, which has resulted in the Chapman student body being labeled one of the most civically engaged campuses in Southern California (Kang, Hanna, “Chapman University holds voter registration bash for students promoting electoral engagement,” The Orange County Register, 2024, October 17). Inspired
The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce the first-ever recipients of the Supporting Open Access Research and Scholarship (SOARS) Faculty Research Award. This award was created to help financially support Chapman University faculty publishing their research, scholarship, or creative activities in Open Access (OA) journals. The SOARS award is a collaboration between the Leatherby Libraries, Office
Finals Week is almost here again, Panthers! The Leatherby Libraries, in collaboration with the Chapman University Student Government Association, are thrilled to announce the return of coffee and snacks at the Library for Finals Week! Rotunda After-Hours Study Commons Open 24/7 for Finals Week We are pleased to announce that the After-Hours Study Commons in
The Leatherby Libraries proudly celebrates Women’s History Month by spotlighting the literary achievements of Chapman alumnae authors through our “Championing Voices” reference desk display. This curated collection encompasses a diverse array of genres, from scholarly works to children’s literature, showcasing the breadth of talent among our Chapman University alumnae. In collaboration with the Department of
On February 28, 2024, the Leatherby Libraries hosted the opening reception of the Acceptance photo exhibition curated by Chapman University lecturer Bernie Dickson. The profoundly moving exhibit offers a glimpse into the Dickson family’s journey through social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its impact on her two autistic sons. Deprived of their usual support network, the family
Calling all readers across campus! Faculty, staff, and students, are you interested in learning about and engaging with the perspectives of first-generation college students? Are you a first-generation student or graduate who would like to share your experiences with others? If so, you may be interested in a new campus-wide book club celebrating First-Gen Panthers
Join us on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, to celebrate the grand opening of the Acceptance photographic exhibit by Chapman University lecturer Bernie Dickson. This event will be in the Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room on the second floor of the Leatherby Libraries. Dickson curated Acceptance: A Step to Promote Awareness and Understanding of Autism after being inspired by her family’s