The second annual Friends of the Libraries Student Photo Contest was a resounding success with more than double the entries of last year. Students were asked to portray their library experiences… and the results were both inspirational and exceptional.

…marked the 6th annual Pankake Poetry Reading featuring Professor Emeritus Michael Dennis Browne. A gifted poet and librettist, his reading was accompanied by 40-strong University Singers who brought his words to joyful life. Listen in.

Push for Art takes talent on the move, in a surprising way. With a traveling button that calls for action, complete strangers and passersby are asked to “Push for Art.” Curiosity causes a click. See what happens next.

With Finals beginning in early May, the Libraries sponsored three pop-up events promoting services and staff that support students’ success and wellbeing during a stressful time. Staff handed out Finals Survival Kits with info on hours, stress busting activities, study tips, and snacks—a great hit with students!

Student #1: See, I told you librarians know EVERYTHING!
Student #2: I know, right?! I LOVE libraries!
(Librarian): ☺