Who is 124 years old and not who he claims to be?
It’s our own Goldy Gopher! What started as the name for the first yearbook in 1888, the Gopher, and then came to life in a succession of illustrations, the iconic Gopher has adorned yearbooks, sports programs, and decades of University of Minnesota merchandise. In all this time, Goldy has never revealed his secret—his original visage is that of a stripe-tailed squirrel! Take a look at our lovable gopher from the files of University Archives: Goldy Gopher »
Sixty thousand and still counting—
 —following the acquisition of the 60,001st seed catalog by the Andersen Horticultural Library (AHL) at the Arboretum. AHL’s Historic Seed and Nursery Catalog Collection is one of the largest in the country dating from 1828 and from all 50 states and 26 countries. Not only does the collection boast beautiful lithographs, engravings, and photographs, it is a veritable feast of advertising and printing trends. Indulge your green thumb: Seed and Nursery Catalog Collection »
Developing the next generation of library leaders...
 ...is an important component of the Libraries’ mission. Since 1998, the Minnesota Institute for Early Career Librarians from Traditionally Underrepresented Groups is directed by Associate University Librarian for Organizational Development, Linda DeBeau-Melting. With over 200 Institute graduates, the biennial program brings together high–potential academic librarians from across the country to form a professional cohort and long-lasting friendships. The intensive one-week program held in July focuses on leadership and organizational behavior as well as critical skills such as writing for publication and grant writing.
Short Stacks wins—
 —a prestigious Maroon and Gold Award presented by the University’s Communicators Forum. Thanks to all of you faithful readers who share this monthly e-newsletter with your family and friends!
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Upcoming Events
Celebrate Dr. Kerlan’s 100th Birthday
September 18, 2012
5:30 reception, 6:15 program
Elmer L. Andersen Library
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Disruptive Tech: What’s New, What’s Coming, and How It Will Change Everything
David Pogue, NY Times technology columnist
October 17, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Willey Hall
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Reservations requred. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Libraries and College of Science and Engineering
Join Freya Manfred and friends to celebrate the 100th Birthday of Frederick Manfred
October 28, 2012
2:00 program
Elmer L. Andersen Library
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Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Libraries and the Loft Literary Center
Now Showing
Current Exhibits
at the Libraries
First Contacts: Native Americans and Champlain in New France
July 9 - September 14, 2012
T.R. Anderson Gallery
Closing Reception
Thursday, September 13, 2012, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
T.R. Anderson Gallery
Free and open to the public
This exhibition explores the relationships between native peoples and Europeans and the impact of French exploration and settlement in the 17th century and beyond.
Happy 100th Birthday,
Dr. Kerlan!
July 16 - September 26, 2012
Andersen Gallery
Dr. Irvin Kerlan, who would have turned 100 on September 18, started donating his amazing collection to the University in 1949. This exhibit honors Dr. Kerlan's collecting acumen with highlights from the collection.
For the Common Good
September 10 – November 30, 2012
Andersen Atrium Gallery
The Land Grant Agricultural College Act—signed by President Lincoln in 1862—set aside public lands, the sale of which were used to fund public colleges to "promote the liberal and practical education of the industrial classes."
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and locations »
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