Travel Back in Time
In honor of Veterans Day on November 11th and our event, “Get Square with the Rebs: The Charles M. Jenkins Civil War Diary” on November 9th, the Leatherby Libraries has created an intriguing display showcasing books on the Civil War. Although many from the library, Dr. Don Booth has also donated pieces to the display from his own private
Elephant on the Edge
On October 25th, 2016 the Leatherby Libraries hosted a very special event with Sangdeaun Lek Chailert, founder of Save Elephant Foundation. Held in the Center for American War Letters Archives, the esteemed Chailert gave a stirring presentation on the plight of the Asian elephant and her very own Elephant Nature Park in Thailand. Showing pictures and
Digital Commons Turns Two!
Chapman University Digital Commons has continued to flourish since the start of the 2016-2017 school year. We recently celebrated the second anniversary of the Digital Commons in August, right after we passed the 175,000 cumulative downloads mark (and continuing now as we zoom toward 200,000). Works in the Digital Commons are reaching further across the globe, with downloads
"All of Our Colors" Exhibit Open to Public
The Leatherby Libraries Hall of Art welcomes a featured student exhibit each semester from the Chapman University campus. This fall, student artist Gabi Abrahamson is showcasing her thought-provoking work to the community through her exhibit, “All of Our Colors.” The exhibit includes strings of paper dolls that were displayed earlier this year, as well as
Leatherby Hosts an Electrifying Dialogue on the Topic of Creativity in Art and Science
In honor of the Inauguration of Dr. Daniele C. Struppa as Chapman University’s Thirteenth President, the Leatherby Libraries hosted an electrifying dialogue on the topic of Creativity in Art and Science. In collaboration with Chapman’s Institute for Quantum Studies, the discussion was set in the Malloy Performance Portico on the third floor of the library
Library "External Peace" Exhibit Opens
The Leatherby Libraries is proud to host “External Peace” , a new art exhibit featuring artwork by refugees. Located in the Doy and Dee Henley Reading Room, the space is home to pieces from the private collections of Thar Alsayegh, Aktham Alsayegh and Carmen Garcia, refugee artists from Cuba and Iraq. The exhibit that was
Frank Mt. Pleasant Collections on Display at the Edward-Dean Museum
Located in Cherry Valley, the Edward-Dean Museum has recently released a new exhibit focusing on children’s literature. Running through October 29th, the exhibition, “Once Upon a Time – A Tale of Children’s Literature“, hopes to educate the community on the importance of early reading and the overall evolution of children’s literature. We are very excited
Library Display Celebrates Dyslexia Awareness Month
Dyslexia is a language-based learning disability that refers to a cluster of symptoms resulting in people having difficulties with specific language skills, particularly reading. Students with dyslexia often experience difficulties with both oral and written other language skills, such as writing and pronouncing words. Dyslexia affects every person differently and with varying severity. Though not a disease,
Leatherby Libraries Homecoming Weekend: A Success!
Reflecting on Chapman’s Homecoming Weekend 2016, the Leatherby Libraries would like to thank everyone that visited Chapman University and all who attended our many events. The Leatherby Libraries was well-represented this year with several compelling talks and entertaining celebrations. Take a look below at what we hosted this year: At a special luncheon for the 50
The Craft of Library Instruction: Using Acting Techniques to Create Your Teaching Presence
“Library instruction is like a theatre performance. You play a role as the instruction librarian. There is a live audience. You may receive reviews or evaluations. Or maybe the teaching experience feels more like an audition—a bit unnerving.” Earlier this month, Leatherby Libraries librarians and authors