Alumnus Author: Brendan Deneen, “Alien Uncivil War”, Reading and Q & A

Alumni author Brendan Deneen will be visiting campus Thursday, April 18th at 5:30pm in the Weinberg Memorial Library, Heritage Room.  He will read from his latest book “Alien Uncivil War”, followed by a Q & A!

ABOUT BRENDAN DENEEN

Brendan Deneen is the author of the award-winning coming-of-age novel THE NINTH CIRCLE, the horror novel THE CHRYSALIS, and MORBIUS: BLOOD TIES, an original novel set in the Spider-Man universe for Marvel/Titan. He’s also the author of the bestselling four volume NIGHT NIGHT GROOT picture book series for Marvel; the original middle grade graphic novel GREEN ARROW: STRANDED for DC Comics; the upcoming novel GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: ANNIHILATION for Marvel/Titan; and the upcoming sci-fi romance novel TRACER for Blackstone Publishing. His other graphic novel work includes multiple volumes of FLASH GORDON, an original ISLAND OF MISFIT TOYS book, a CASPER THE FRIENDLY GHOST reboot, PHOENIX (with Jim Krueger), SOLARMAN (a reboot of a Marvel/Stan Lee series), SCATTERBRAIN, and two upcoming graphic novels, THE BONES OF THE GODS and MORTIMER THE LAZY BIRD. His short stories and essays have been published by St. Martin’s Press, Reader’s Digest Books, 13Thirty Press, and Necro Publications.

The 2024 Environmental Art Show is now open!

The 2024 Environmental Art Show: Creating Connections is now open!

Stop by or view it online!

The exhibit can be viewed in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room of the Weinberg Memorial Library from April 15-24, 2024.

You can view the virtual exhibit at:

https://digitalprojects.scranton.edu/s/environmental-art-exhibit/

Environmental Art promotes the natural beauty of our environment and the ideal practice of sustainable living through artworks of all types, including painting, photography, repurposed goods, sculpture, and more.

Join us tonight April 15th at 5pm for an Artist Talk with Theresa O’Connor.

If you have questions about this event, please contact Marleen Cloutier at marleen.cloutier@scranton.edu

Apply Now for the Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize

The Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize

Are you working on a research project in a course this semester? Did you use the library’s resources, services, collections, or spaces in order to complete your research? Then the Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize is for you!

The Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize recognizes excellence in research projects that show evidence of significant knowledge in the methods of research and the information gathering process and use of library resources, tools, and services.

Three prizes of $500.00 each will be awarded to the winning individual student or group in the following categories: Undergraduate Foundational (100-level courses), Undergraduate Upper-level (200- to 400-level courses), and Graduate. If won by a group, the award will be split equally among the group members. All you need to do is write a 500- to 700-word essay describing your research process and how you used the Library in completing the project. Check out our Tips web page for updated advice on how to craft the best 500- to 700-word essay you can about your research. 

The application deadline for projects completed in Intersession or Spring 2024 courses is Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00 pm.

A statement of faculty support from the instructor who assigned the research project is also required for each submission.

For additional information on how to apply, what to include in a completed application, and to access the application, visit the Bonnie W. Oldham Library Research Prize page: www.scranton.edu/libraryresearchprize

Graduating Seniors: Vote for Teacher of the Year

2024 University of Scranton Teacher of the Year Award

Vote for a faculty member whose teaching has inspired you!

Each year, the graduating senior class selects its “Teacher of the Year.” Beginning Monday, April 15th, please vote for the full-time faculty member who you believe best exhibits the following characteristics:

  • Maintains the highest standards of academic excellence and fairness.
  • Inspires interest in their discipline through personal enthusiasm and dedication.
  • Is consistently effective in communication.
  • Is available outside of the classroom.

The award will be presented during Class Night on Friday, May 17, 2024.

When to Vote: Voting is open from Monday, April 15 at 9:00am through Friday, April 19 at 4:00pm.

How to Vote: You can cast your electronic ballot at www.scranton.edu/toy.

(Posted on behalf of our colleagues in the OSSS and CTE.)

Environmental Art Show presents an Artist Talk with Theresa O’Connor on April 15th at 5pm

In conjunction with the opening of the Environmental Art Show please join us for an Artist Talk with Artist and AFA Gallery Director Theresa O’Connor on April 15th at 5pm in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room. This event is open to the public and light refreshments will be offered.

Theresa has been actively engaged in collaborative projects within the Scranton arts community including The Moth Project and the Saranton exhibition (spearheaded by artist Constance Denchy). She displayed her work in group exhibitions at Adezzo Cafe and at the AFA Gallery. Theresa also established an innovative art and music venue, The Vintage Theater, where she served as the Visual Art Director and Founder. This endeavor allowed her to not only showcase her own work but also provided the opportunity to curate and support the artistic endeavors of others, fostering a vibrant community of creatives.

Theresa will be discussing her work an artist and sharing her experiences with sustainable art practice and the use found objects and alternative materials.

The 2024 Environmental Art Show runs from April 15th to April 24th in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room and is open to the public during library operational hours.

If you have any questions regarding this event please reach out to Marleen Cloutier via email at marleen.cloutier@scranton.edu

 

 

 

Volunteers and Donations for the 2024 Weinberg Memorial Library’s Annual Book Sale

The University of Scranton’s Weinberg Memorial Library is accepting book, DVD, and CD donations for its annual book sale occurring on Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28. A special preview sale will be held on Friday, April 26 for current (2023-2024) Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library members, current Schemel Forum members, and current University of Scranton students.

The Weinberg Memorial Library is accepting hardcover and paperback books in good condition, such as fiction and non-fiction books, cookbooks, young adult books, and children’s books. The Library is also accepting unscratched DVDs and CDs. Donation appointments are needed. There will be a hiatus for accepting donations starting on Saturday, April 13 until the completion of the annual book sale on Sunday, April 28. Donations will be welcomed again following this pause. In addition, the Weinberg Memorial Library is welcoming volunteers to help with the book sale. Volunteer shifts for the book sale are flexible.

To schedule an appointment to donate books and/or DVDs and CDs, obtain clarification on accepted items, or to volunteer, please contact Melisa Gallo at melisa.gallo@scranton.edu or (570) 941-6195. To check the status of your Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library and Schemel Forum memberships, please contact Kym Fetsko at kym.fetsko@scranton.edu or (570) 941-7816.

Library March Madness Bracket Update

It was a thrilling Sweet Sixteen competition for Library March Madness! Here’s who will be competing in the Elite Eight!

The Second Floor High/Low Tables vs. The Brody Chairs

The Heritage Room vs. Study Carrels

First Floor Reilly Pods vs. Second Floor Computer Lab

Second Floor Wood Tables vs. Reilly Group Study Rooms

Visit our Instagram Stories (@UofSLibrary) to vote for your favorites after Easter Break!

Environmental Art Show – No in-person art drop off during Easter Break 3/28-4/1

Due to Easter Break the Library Services Desk will be closed from March 28-April 1. There will be no in-person art drop off. In-person drop off will resume from April 2nd-April 4th during library operational hours between 8am-9pm.

If you are submitting digital artwork, you can submit your artwork at the following link:

https://form.jotform.com/wml_admin/environmental-art-show

If you would like to submit but have questions or if you were planning to drop off on the 28th and want to schedule your submission drop off for that date, please contact Marleen Cloutier at marleen.cloutier@scranton.edu.

Environmental Art Show – Call for Art – Deadline for Submissions EXTENDED to Thursday, April 4th

The Weinberg Memorial Library is seeking submissions for our annual exhibit of Environmental Art.

The deadline for submissions has been extended to Thursday April 4th. All physical works of art can be dropped off at the Library Services Desk on the 1st floor of the Library. All artwork is returned after the art show ends.

In addition to the physical exhibit, we are offering the option to exhibit virtually. The virtual exhibit will debut during Earth Week on April 15, 2024. If you are submitting digital artwork, you can submit your artwork at the following link:

https://form.jotform.com/wml_admin/environmental-art-show

The art show theme for 2024 is Creating Connections. Artists are encouraged  to develop artwork around this year’s theme, sharing their connection with nature or a sustainable practice.Submissions are open to all and we encourage submissions by University of Scranton students, staff, faculty, and alumni.

Environmental Art promotes the natural beauty of our environment and the ideal practice of sustainable living through artworks of all types, including painting, photography, repurposed goods, sculpture, video and more.

The art show will be held in the Charles Kratz Scranton Heritage Room on the 5th floor of the Weinberg Memorial Library April 15-24, 2024. The exhibit opening event, An Artist Talk with Theresa O’Connor, will be held on April 15th at 5pm. More details to follow.

You can view our 2023 virtual exhibit and photos of some of our previous in-person exhibits at:

https://digitalprojects.scranton.edu/s/environmental-art-exhibit/page/exhibit-home

If you would like to submit but have questions or need assistance with your submission, please contact Marleen Cloutier at marleen.cloutier@scranton.edu.