Demystifying Academic Librarianship: Reference
Tied with classroom instruction, the place Chapman University students most frequently see librarians is behind the Reference Desk. Sitting behind the large desk in…
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Exploring the Library: Illustrations from President Doti’s Children’s Books
It’s late, I’ve been in the library studying for hours. I need to take a break. What do I do? I sneak away to…
Investigating Resources at the Leatherby Libraries: Room Booking 101
Finding a study spot on campus can be challenging at times. Starbucks is too crowded, Argyrous Forum gets busy, the study rooms at the…
Book Club Discussion Centers on Border Issues
As followers of the Leatherby Libraries blog are almost certainly aware, we’ve been eager sponsors, co-organizers and participants in the year-long campus-wide series La…
This Land Was Theirs
When people think of holidays in November, the first that comes to mind is Thanksgiving. The First Thanksgiving was celebrated by the Pilgrims in…
New Materials for November
While stopping by the library for research materials, be sure to check out some of the newest books we have added to the collection:…
Exploring the Library: The Dillon Family Map and Geographic Information Center
A month ago, my mom and dad were visiting San Diego with my Uncle Bud. I drove down for the day to visit with…
Demystifying Academic Librarianship: Instruction
For many Chapman University students, the first interaction with a librarian from the Leatherby Libraries is in the classroom. One of the four key…
Please join us for the conference of La Frontera/The Border: An Interdisciplinary Examination
Please join us for the conference of La Frontera/The Border: An Interdisciplinary Examination Thursday November 14 through Saturday November 16. This free and public…
Winning the Vote: World War I and the American Suffrage Movement
Next year’s presidential election, in November 2020, will mark the 100th anniversary of the first U.S. presidential election in which women in all states…
Leatherby Libraries Gets into the Halloween Spirit
Halloween festivities started early this October, with a spooky book display put together by student employee Ruby Blakesleay, and a candy dish out on…
Librarian Interviews: Wendy Gonaver
At the Leatherby Libraries, we have an interview series highlighting the work our amazing librarians/archivists accomplish each day. These interviews help inform the community…