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A collage of books and a movie cover related to Martin Luther King Jr. Features include “Dear Martin,” “Selma,” “KING,” and “Where Do We Go from Here: Chaos or Community.” Themes of civil rights and social justice are prominent.

Jan 02, 2024 Books, Movies, Podcasts, and More for MLK Week 2024

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Explore these great works related to this year’s MLK week theme: “Where Do We Go From Here” compiled by Librarian Allyson Mower. Be sure to check out the library’s MLK Week event “Moving Forward by Learning From Our Past: An Exhibition & Talk with the...

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Four book covers are shown side by side. The first is titled "We Belong" with smiling faces on a colorful background. The second, "The Impact of a Sense of Belonging in College," features silhouetted students on a blue background. The third, "Literacy Essentials," has students studying in a cozy setting. The fourth, "Reconnect," displays a circle motif with scholastic elements.

Dec 20, 2023 5 Great Books about Belonging within Classrooms

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As we step into a new year, explore the transformative power of these five compelling books, compiled by librarian Allyson Mower, that delve into the theme of belonging within classrooms, offering insights and inspiration for fostering inclusive and connected educational spaces....

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A collage of five graphic novel covers. From left: "Frizzy" with a girl and pink background, "Persepolis" in red, "Shiver" with surreal images, "Bloom" featuring a youth by the sea, and "Maus" with an abstract cat and mouse design.

Dec 01, 2023 6 Great Graphic Novels for the Winter Break

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If you’re looking to curl up with unique and inspiring books during the upcoming semester break, look no further than this list of six graphic novels compiled by instructional designer Kristen Yunis in partnership with librarian Allyson Mower. ...

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Sep 01, 2023 Five Books for Mental Wellness for U & Others

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Taking care of your mental health is as important as your physical health. Check out these reads & many others at the Marriott Library....

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Jul 05, 2023 Books to Get You Cooking!

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July is National Culinary Arts Awareness Month, and the display on level 3 features cookbooks and other fun titles for checkout. The term “culinary arts” includes not only the cooking of food, but also the presentation, and these covers certainly reflect that. Here is a...

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May 31, 2023 Top 5 BookTok Titles

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Librarian Allyson Mower compiled this list of a small, but truly impactful, portion of the BookTok craze. ...

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Apr 06, 2023 5 Great Books for Earth Day

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Celebrate Earth Day with these five picks from Librarian Allyson Mower....

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Mar 21, 2023 5 Great Books about Common Humanity

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Celebrate Women’s History month with these five books from the library selected by Librarian Allyson Mower....

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Feb 27, 2023 5 Great Books on Women’s History

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Celebrate Women’s History month with these five books from the library selected by Librarian Allyson Mower....

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Jan 30, 2023 5 Great Books about Utah Black History

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Black history in Utah is rich, varied, and complex. These five books show that history. Be sure to check out the links pointing to related events to learn even more about Utah’s history. ...

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