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Rococo Repoussé: Student Work Display, ART 313

Rococo Repoussé: Student Work Display, ART 313

The students of ART 313 “Art Across Time: 17th century-Present” investigated the complex nuances associated with the Rococo movement. Examining French aristocracy, the influence of 18th century Chinese design, and exploring the delicate intricacies of passion, students dove into the labyrinth of iconography that is “Rococo.” While conducting scholarly research on specific works of art,

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JFK Library and Learning Commons Service Fair

JFK Library and Learning Commons Service Fair

EWU Students! Stop by to learn about JFK services and resources!  This quarter, take advantage of all the JFK Library and Learning Commons has to offer. All our partners and services will be at this event, including: Equipment Checkout Services Interlibrary Loan and Summit Borrowing Research Services PLUS Writers’ Center MMC/Student Technology Services Stop by

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Black History Month

Black History Month

Celebrate the rich tapestry of Black History with our specially curated collection for Black History Month. Explore the profound contributions, struggles, triumphs, and cultural heritage of African Americans through a diverse array of literature. This display honors the voices that have shaped our world and guides readers on a journey of understanding, empathy, and appreciation

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Fresco Secco to Buon Fresco: Student Work Display

November 21, 2023

Fresco Secco to Buon Fresco: Student Work Display

The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th Century” have engaged with the rise of Fresco Secco (dry fresco) and the transition to Buon Fresco (wet fresco) in ancient art. Upon learning about frescoes created by the ancient Minoans through the Roman Empire, students conducted research into the techniques, purpose, and locations of specific

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Early Writing and Cylinder Seals: Student Work Display, ART 312

Image of Secrist Gallery with Cylinder Seals on display.

The students of ART 312 “Art Across Time: Prehistory-17th century” spent weeks engaged in the analysis of artifacts containing ancient writing. Ranging from Sumerian Cuneiform to Egyptian hieroglyphics, students not only ascertained how early writing cultivated cultural progress, but investigated unique methodologies employed to disperse ancient text, such as cylinder seals. Each student conducted independent

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Veterans Day 2023

Veterans Day 2023

In honor of Veterans Day, the Veterans Resource Center will be hosting a display in the JFK Lobby from 30 October through 15 November. The display will feature resource materials, uniform displays, archival photos and service challenge coins recognizing our veterans. There will also be a message wall for all to post messages, photos, and

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Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff

Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff

Oct. 30 – Nov. 3, 2023 | JFK Secrist Gallery Dia de los Muertos Altar Display to Honor EWU Faculty and Staff The Chicana/o/x Studies Program, with support from the EWU Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and JFK Library, is hosting a Dia de los Muertos community altar display. The altar will honor EWU

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Your EWU Library by the Numbers

Your EWU Library by the Numbers

336,137 total item downloads (articles, pdfs, videos) 348,633 views of library research guides 136,020 eBook chapters viewed or downloaded 171,323 Digital Commons (institutional repository) works downloaded 7,848 books checked out (including curriculum center books) 321 library instruction sessions conducted 11,922 questions answered at library desks (including research consultations) 3,339 interlibrary loan items borrowed, 5,340 lent

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MacBook Airs Now Featured in the JFK Laptop Kiosk

September 21, 2023

MacBook Airs Now Featured in the JFK Laptop Kiosk

The laptop kiosk in JFK (near Thomas Hammer) now features MacBook Air laptops! Want other options? Visit the the library’s Equipment Checkout Desk on the lower level! Learn about our services and see all options on our Equipment Checkout Services page. Equipment Checkout Services brought to you by a partnership of your Student Technology Fee

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Art Prints from Students in Summer Bridge

Print works from Students of 2023 Summer Bridge Program

Summer Bridge at EWU, designed for incoming freshmen, provided an opportunity to explore campus, meet faculty and staff, and get an early glimpse at our amazing services, programs, and campus life! One Summer Bridge segment had the chance to sample printmaking with the EWU Art Department. These student works are on display in the JFK

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