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There was a time long, long ago when homes had no television, mobile devices, or in-home media centers. We relied on the radio for information, education, and entertainment. The U of M radio
station KUOM broadcast programs for 41 years ending nearly 40 years ago… but ours to enjoy today thanks to a project by the University Archives. Listen in. |
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Pictured above: U of M Radio on Your Historic Dial illustration by Mariana Pelaez.
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A historic moment about historic moments
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The public launch of the online search tool Umbra Search African American History is the result of a multi-year partnership between the Libraries, its Givens Collection of African American Literature, and Penumbra Theatre Company with more than 1,000 contributing organizations including the Digital Public Library of America. Containing over 400,000 digitized materials, it is a national cultural treasure trove. Learn more. |
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Pictured above: Umbra Search website. |
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University freshmen can become overwhelmed quickly – new faces, new classes, new geography to maneuver. That all-important first experience with rigorous academics is made less daunting by librarians teaching classes and exposing Libraries’ resources. Need help? Call a librarian! Check it out. |
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Pictured above: Science librarian Meghan Lafferty teaching first-year science and engineering students. |
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Event Highlight: FOL Member Exclusive |
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Marlene Zuk presents
Paleofantasy: What Evolution Tells Us About Modern Life
Despite suggestions that we would do well to emulate our Stone Age ancestors, ample evidence exists that our genes have changed substantially over the last few thousand years. There was never a time when everything about us was perfectly in sync with the environment.
Sunday, February 26, 2017
2:00 p.m. – Doors open, cash bar
2:30 p.m. – Program
3:30 to 5:00 p.m. – Reception
McNamara Alumni Center
200 Oak St. S.E., Minneapolis
Event registration for Friends »
Not currently a member of the Friends of the Libraries? Join Now!
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
Hidden Human Computers Book Launch
Reading and Conversation with Duchess Harris
Saturday, January 14, 2017, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Science Museum of Minnesota
More info & reservations
CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DIVERSITY & JUSTICE
Out of the Studio and into the Streets:
Using Design Thinking to Advance Equity and Sustainability
Friday, January 27, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120
More info & live streaming
EXHIBIT RECEPTION & ARTIST TALK
Invasive: Envisioning the Ecological Transformation
of the Boundary Waters
Friday, January 27, 2017, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Artist talk at 6:30 p.m.
Architecture & Landscape Architecture Library, 210 Rapson Hall
More info & directions
FIRST FRIDAYS SERIES
Researchers and the Swedish East India Company: A Love Story;
Whiskey and Vice: Uncovering Jewish Criminals
Friday, February 3, Refreshments 11:45 a.m.; Presentations at noon
Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120
More info & directions
CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS ABOUT DIVERSITY & JUSTICE
Nurturing Justice: Raising Inclusive Children in an Unjust World
Friday, Feburary 24, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120
More info & live streaming
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE EVENTS
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Exhibit Highlight:
Sticks, Straw & Mud |
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Sticks, Straw & Mud:
Jewish Settlers in the Upper Midwest
Through January 27, 2017
Elmer L. Andersen Library
The lure of land and a new, prosperous life brought many immigrants to the far reaches of the Upper Midwest territories. This exhibit explores not only the universal perils of frontier homesteading, but the challenges of doing so as a religious and cultural minority. More details » |
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The Friends of the Libraries is a vibrant group that combines advocacy for the Libraries with an exciting outreach program celebrating a love of books, authors, knowledge, and curiosity. |
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