New Materials for April
Why do “cute” products sell more in Japan and China than their competitors? Gain insight on this phenomenon by reading Cuteness engineering, which includes an interview with Hello Kitty designer Yuko Yamaguchi. Are you a fan of Van Gogh and Rembrandt? We have miniature books of with full color images of their some of their
Call for Entries!
Show off your talents at the Leatherby Libraries! It’s time for the 6th Annual Staff Art Exhibition. The deadline to submit your applications is Wednesday, April 10, 2019, so, get out your art supplies and cameras. We welcome both two- and three-dimensional artworks, such as paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and crafts. Installation will take place
Animation Drawings, Star Wars Art, and Cornfield Mickey, Oh My!
For just over two months now, the walls of the Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room on the second floor of the Leatherby Libraries have been adorned with a fantastic double exhibit on loan from the Hilbert Museum of California Art at Chapman University, “Character References: The Art of the Animation Drawing” and “A New
Leatherby Libraries Hosts Final Annual Book Sale
Looking to expand your personal library? This year’s Annual Book Sale, hosted on the first floor of the Leatherby Libraries, is the perfect opportunity to explore books and other materials to add to your collection. This is the thirteenth and final annual book sale put on by the Leatherby Libraries, so be sure not to
The Leatherby Libraries Supports Chapman's Graduate and Professional Students
Did you know that nearly 25% of Chapman’s student body is graduate and professional students? Between the Orange and Rinker campuses, Chapman offers 70 different graduate and professional programs and degrees, covering everything from a Master of Science in Accounting to a Master of Arts in War and Society, along with many others. With such
Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize
Are you hard at work on your thesis or spending long hours in the lab? Here’s one way you could get recognized for your many hours of study – enter to win the annual Leatherby Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize. The Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize recognizes excellent research and effective use of library resources
Kishi Bashi and Dr. Stephanie Takaragawa
On Wednesday, February 27th, the Center for American War Letters Archives on the lower level of the Leatherby Libraries transformed from a well-lit study and event space into a cozy, jazzy salon. Between portions of his conversation with Chapman sociology professor Dr. Stephanie Takaragawa, musician Kishi Bashi played songs from his latest album and film,
Women's Herstory Month
March marks the time of Women’s History Month, a time to commemorate, observe, and celebrate women. This year, International Women’s Day was held on March 8, and in honor of both of these events I wanted to design a display that features a diverse group of women and promotes women’s empowerment. The display features a
New Materials for March
Spend these last cold days of winter curled up with novel written by a popular author, such as Someday by David Levithan or Norse mythology by Neil Gaiman. March is Women’s History Month. Read up on women in leadership roles in Women’s leadership journeys. Zombies and the apocalypse seem to be a recurring theme in
Paws, Claws, and Praha: Photography from the Prague Zoo
Recent visitors to the Leatherby Libraries have probably noticed a new art exhibit in the Hall of Art on the first floor. From one end of the wall to the other, students working at the study tables are able to look up and see stunning portraits of animals, up close and very personal. These photos