Diversity Equity & Inclusion - Reap the Rewards with these Resources Archive

Connect to Knowledge: A New Collection of Best-Selling Ebooks on Climate Change, Sustainability, Business and More from Elgar Online Reap the Rewards with these Resources

November 5, 2024 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to now offer access to a new essential collection of ebooks from Elgar Online. The “Essentials” collections are made up from the best-selling and most-used titles from Edward Elgar Publishing to ensure that we are getting the key titles in each field. These new titles join our existing collection of

Leatherby Libraries Honors Roxane Gay’s Visit with a Special Display Engaging the World in a Conversation on Gender and Sexuality

September 23, 2024 by Arianna Tillman | Events

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

Empowering Every Voice Celebrating Disability Pride Month with a New Virtual Exhibit

August 2, 2024 by Alyssa Castanon | Exhibits and Displays

On July 26, 1990, a significant milestone occurred with the passing of The Americans with Disabilities Act, protecting and advancing the rights of people with disabilities. In recognition of the passing of this legislation, July has been designated as Disability Pride Month. This year, on July 9, 2024, California officially acknowledged Disability Pride Month for

Connect to Knowledge: Two New Primary Source Collections from ProQuest Reap the Rewards with these Resources

July 1, 2024 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to offer access to two new primary source collections from ProQuest: Black Thought and Culture and Latinx Thought and Culture: The NPR Archive, 1979-1990. Black Thought and Culture is a comprehensive collection spanning over 100,000 pages of non-fiction writings by prominent Black American leaders dating back to 1841. It includes

Searching for Paradise The Leatherby Libraries Celebrates the Written Works of Pico Iyer

June 17, 2024 by Kalea Brown | Exhibits and Displays

On Monday, April 22, 2024, acclaimed writer Pico Iyer returned to Chapman University for Searching for Paradise: Pico Iyer in Conversation with Jim Doti. This event inspired the Leatherby Libraries to curate a bibliography and display of books authored by Iyer to celebrate the legacy of his written works. Iyer is a notable essayist and

World Autism Awareness Month A Virtual Library Display Created by Leatherby Libraries' Health Sciences Librarians

April 30, 2024 by Arianna Tillman | Exhibits and Displays

World Autism Awareness Month is celebrated annually in April. In honor of this, the Leatherby Libraries proudly present “World Autism Month: A Digital Display,” curated by our Health Sciences Librarians David Carson and Ivan Portillo. The virtual exhibit was curated to inspire a deeper appreciation for neurodiversity in society and to educate the Chapman Community

Beyond the Visual Spectrum: A Photography Exhibit by Jeremiah McKibbins Exploring the Infrared Light Beyond our Eyes

April 12, 2024 by Arianna Tillman | Exhibits and Displays

As part of our Spring Exhibition Series, the Leatherby Libraries proudly welcomed Chapman alum Jeremiah McKibbins ’15 to showcase his remarkable photography exhibition, “Beyond the Visible Spectrum.” McKibbins curated a collection of infrared photographs of buildings around the Chapman University campus, providing a fresh and captivating new way to see the campus’ iconic locations. McKibbins’

Championing Voices Honoring Alumnae Authors During Women's History Month Display

April 2, 2024 by Arianna Tillman | Exhibits and Displays

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

Connect to Knowledge: A New Collection of Short eBooks from Lived Places Publishing Reap the Rewards with these Resources

March 29, 2024 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to offer access to the Lived Places Publishing collection of short ebooks. Each title is around 150 pages long and explores the intersection of identity and place, focusing on topics such as gender, disability, LGBT+, queer, and ethnic studies, in addition to education and more. For more information, please contact Chair of

Saris and Stories Women's Fashion from India Come to Life through a Collaborative Library Display

March 26, 2024 by Arianna Tillman | Exhibits and Displays

This Women’s History Month, the Leatherby Libraries is excited to showcase a display celebrating the stunning beauty and history of Women’s Fashion from India. Indian fashion is known for its rich colors, intricate designs, and traditional garments like the sari. Through a mix of books from the Library’s collection and items on loan from Dr.