Community of Readers Brown Bag Lunch and Readathon
Join the Leatherby Libraries Community of Readers for a relaxing afternoon of reading and sharing about books. Established in 2007 by the Leatherby Libraries, the Community of Readers is the summer reading program for Chapman University. Each summer we encourage the community to publish reviews of all the wonderful books available in the library. As
Popping Art Installation in the Leatherby Libraries
The Leatherby Libraries has been home to many an art installation this summer. Hayden Evans created a popcorn art piece, which was displayed on an easel on the 3rd floor near the Lindquist Dream Rooms. The piece represents late trustee Jack Lindquist – made out of painted popcorn! Evans created this piece for his “Objects
Exhibit Celebrates the Color and Vivacity of Female Mariachis
On Sunday, May 29, 2016, the Chapman community not only praised the festivities of the Musco World Cafe, “The Heartbeat of Mexico,” it also symbolized the opening of a brand new exhibit in the Leatherby Libraries. Located on the first and second floors of the library, ¡Viva el Mariachi Femenil! is presented by the Mariachi Women’s Foundation and depicts the history
Staff Art Exhibition Sparks with Creativity
One of the functions of the Leatherby Libraries is being an active participant in the Chapman University community. Hosting events, encouraging global learning and discussion, as well as promoting talented locals. The Leatherby Libraries Hall of Art, located on the first floor, hosts up to five exhibitions a year. This summer, the exhibition space is home to the
Paper Dolls Question Stereotypes
The Leatherby Libraries continues to find creative ways to display student artwork. One of the most recent exhibits reached further out into the local community, on the initiative of Chapman students. On the first floor near the restrooms this spring, several strings of paper dolls were displayed. These decorated dolls were created by local
A Presidential Display to Remember
Last September , it was announced that President Jim Doti would be stepping down after twenty-five years, promoting Chancellor Daniele Struppa to the new president of the university. Doti will continue to be on campus, returning to his position as a full-time economics professor. Saying goodbye, Chapman University and the Leatherby Libraries are happy to present to the
Madame Ping Sun's Charitable Donation and Future Legacy
On May 21, 2016, Madame Ping Sun, a world-class Peking Opera artist and recipient of the Doctor of the Arts honorary degree from Chapman University, attended the graduation ceremony of the Wilkinson College at Wilson Fields. To express her deep appreciation for Chapman University’s acknowledge of her artistic contributions, she donated the first five
Leatherby Libraries Staff Summit a Success!
Reflecting on Staff Summit Week 2016 , the Leatherby Libraries would like to thank all staff who attended our successful events! The Leatherby Libraries was well-represented this year with several compelling talks and entertaining celebrations. Congrats to Brett Fisher, Chair of the Library Systems & Technology Division Librarian, who took third place in the Wellness
Read books & win prizes with Leatherby Libraries' "Community of Readers"
Planning to do any beach reading this summer? Think you’ll use the downtime to catch up on classic novels – or even graphic novels? Join the Community of Readers and earn prizes as you read! The Leatherby Libraries has hosted Community of Readers for ten years now. The program is open to anyone with a Leatherby Libraries
Digital Commons May Update
Congrats to all on the conclusion of the 2015-2016 school year! Chapman University Digital Commons has had an amazing year as well, and here are some of the latest developments for our repository. Exponentially increased downloads Chapman University Digital Commons’ impact has greatly expanded in 2015-2016, with four times as many downloads in this