Until March 10, students and faculty have the opportunity via an email message to provide feedback to the Weinberg Memorial Library and to the Information Resources Division by completing the Measuring Information Service Outcomes Survey. This important assessment web-based survey lets us know what is important to users, how frequently various services are used and how well user needs are satisfied. Respondents will also be able to indicate their perceptions of the service orientation and knowledge level of the staff who provide these services. Twenty-eight colleges and Universities are participating in MISO this spring. Among them are Bucknell, Gettysburg, Harvard, Creighton, Loyola Maryland, Spring Hill and Xavier.
Please complete the MISO survey so we can continue to improve our services. Thank you.
Millions of young Americans served in the armed forces from 1941 to 1945, including many students and alumni of The University of Scranton. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the formal conclusion of World War II, the Heritage Room is featuring an exhibit, Cornerstone of Victory, as a tribute to all of the men and women, particularly our veteran alumni, who went into harm’s way to serve their nation. The exhibit is based on materials from the Helen Gallagher McHugh Special Collections and the University Archives. Although the McHugh Special Collections does not specifically collect material on World War II, a number of collections have relevant material that highlight the impact that this tragic event had on the University, our nation, and the world.
Two history talks and an exhibit reception will be held on Thursday, April 9 at 6pm in the Library’s fifth floor Heritage Room. This event is free and open to the public.
“From Harvard to Nuremberg: Father Fabian Flynn and His Service with the 26th Infantry Regiment 1943-1946″ by Dr. Sean Brennan.
Fr. Fabian Flynn was an American priest from the Passionist order who spent the years of 1943 to 1962 in Europe and who served as a military chaplain during World War II.
Dr. Sean Brennan is an Associate Professor of History at The University of Scranton. He specializes in the History of 20th Century Europe, especially in the 1940s and 1950s.
The Impact of World War II on The University of Scranton by Dr. Francis X. J. Homer
The University of Scranton underwent a transition from Christian brothers to Jesuit stewardship in 1942. Besides the change from the Christian brothers to the Jesuits, the University was significantly affected by the war, as were all other institutions of higher learning as young men went to war instead of University.
Dr. Frank Homer is a Professor of History Emeritus and serves as The University of Scranton Historian.
A memorial to alumni and students who were Gold Star Veterans of World War II. The plaque is permanently on display in the foyer of Madonna della Strada Chapel. A second plaque hangs next to it commemorating those who died in Vietnam.
The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library.
Click here for more information about the exhibit, which is on display in the Heritage Room until Sunday, April 26, 2015 during normal library hours.
For additional information, please contact Michael Knies, Special Collections Faculty Librarian, (570) 941-6341 or michael.knies@scranton.edu
The Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar Lecture Series
The Jay Nathan, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar Lecture Series invites international scholars from economically challenged and politically suppressed nations to visit the University of Scranton to address issues that will enlighten and benefit students, faculty and the community-at-large. Its purpose is to enrich the intellectual life or share a cultural exposition in the arts or music for both The University of Scranton and our Northeastern Pennsylvania community. This annual lecture initiative will highlight the research and contributions of guest scholars of international repute who will visit the University to discuss timely and timeless subjects. While visiting campus, scholars will deliver presentations on topics of interest to the academic community and meet informally with attendees, students and faculty.
The Reilly Learning Commons will be hosting brand new technology sessions demonstrating the new software available on the high-end PCs and Macs. The sessions will be taught by student technology consultants that work in the Learning Commons Tech Support office. Each session will last 45 minutes with demonstration and time for questions.
Have Some Audacity:
Join us Thursday, March 5th at 4pm in room 124I of the Reilly Learning Commons at the Weinberg Memorial Library for a technology demonstration on one of the library’s new application: Audacity. Learn how to create, record, import, edit, and mix audio. Audacity is the perfect tool to edit sound files, record live audio, and add effects to your audio files.
The Center for Health and Education Wellness and the Weinberg Memorial Library are co-hosting a drop-in Meditation for Daily Life series in the Heritage Room during the month of February.
All students, staff, and faculty are invited to join in the program which will be held tonight (Thursday, February 26) from 5:00-5:30PM in the Heritage Room.
The International Film Series is proud to present a touching story of the introduction of motion pictures to China in the early 20th century. In Shadow Magic photographer Liu Jinglun (Xia Yu) is intrigued by the talk of westerner Raymond Wallace (Jared Harris) about “moving pictures”. Liu unintentionally defies the traditions of his culture as he tries to bridge the gap between western technology and his Chinese community. The film follows the internal struggle of Liu as he deals with cultural conflict, loyalty to his family and friends, and trying to improve his social standing so that he can be with the woman he loves.
Directed by Ann Hu Shadow Magic is in Mandarin and English with English subtitles.
Please join us on Wednesday March 25th at 7pm in the Moskovitz Theater in The DeNaples Center for this free event.Dr. Shuhua Fan will lead a discussion after the film.
This film is open to faculty, staff, students, and the public. Please email Sharon.finnerty@scranton.edu for more information.
Film series sponsored by a University of Scranton Diversity Initiative Grant through the Office of Equity and Diversity.
The library is seeking submissions for the 5th annual Environmental Art Show. The art show will be held from April 13th until the 20th.
The purpose of the Environmental Art Show is to promote 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. The show is comprised entirely of University of Scranton student, staff, and faculty submissions, so please consider contributing!
The deadline for submissions is set for Friday, April 10, 2015. All works of art can be dropped off at either the circulation or reference desks of the library. All artwork is returned after the exhibit has closed.
For photos from the past Environmental Art Shows see the following links:
Erika Funke from WVIA’s Artscene interviewed Sondra Myers, Schemel Forum Director. Tune in to listen to the discussion on the new and exciting offerings the Schemel Forum is bringing to campus starting tomorrow!
