Participate in a week of festivities in celebration of National Library Week at the Seeley G. Mudd Library. While you’re here, take a look at some of our new acquisitions, browse our electronic resources, or learn about our services from one of our friendly librarians. All activities will take place on the first floor of the library unless otherwise specified.
Monday
Stairway of Reading
Share some fun information on one of our book cut-outs and add it to our poster on the stairway. See what you and other Lawrentians have in common!
Tuesday
Library Staff Baby Photos
See if you can match the library staff with their baby pictures. Prizes will be awarded for the most correct matches.
Wednesday
Visit the Reference Desk- Get a Cookie 12:00-4:00 pm
Get a cookie when you ask a question at the reference desk and see just how sweet the Mudd librarians can be!
Tropos Open Poetry Reading 8:00 pm, Milwaukee-Downer Room
Listen to Lawrence’s talented poets and writers and have the opportunity to share your favorite poetry. Celebrate National Library Week and National Poetry Month simultaneously!
Thursday
“The College Library at the Turn of the (20th) Century”
Presentation by Peter Gilbert 2:00 pm, south end of the reference section
The library: “Arranged with taste, preserved with neatness, and classified with order.”
The librarian: “Affable, accommodating and possessed of all knowledge.”
The students: “have access to the Library, once a week, either on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays.”
Sounds like it could be today – but it’s actually 1890.
Harken back to the turn of an altogether different century with a fascinating look at the library of the past with our University Librarian.
Friday
Interlibrary Loan Lenders Appreciation
Are you an ILL user? Help us appreciate the libraries that send us the books and articles you request by signing a thank you card.
Saturday
Video Game Tournament & Game Day 1:00-4:00 pm
Participate in a /Super Smash Brothers Brawl /tournament or play one of our fun board games in the Mudd. Sign up for the tournament by 3 pm on Friday at the Interlibrary Loan Office. All skill levels invited, prizes will be awarded.