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Now Showing in the Art Gallery: Malakhai Pearson | "My Brother's Black Body"

By Lisa Curtin

My Brother’s Black Body
Exposition of Photographs by Malakhai Pearson
April 10 – April 21, 2017

Opening Reception
Monday, April 10, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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On Display: The Art of the Book: Sustainability & Social Justice

By Hope Houston

“Small books are more durable than big ones; they go farther. The booksellers revere big books; readers like small ones. An exquisite thing is worth more than a huge thing.”

- Joseph Joubert (1754-1824)

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New Arrivals! Books, DVDs & Audiobooks Added in March

By Lisa Curtin

Check out the 350+ new books, DVDs and audiobooks that were added to the shelves in March! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new arrivals by subject or format. When you see something you want, click the “Request” button to place a hold on it. Interested in downloading or streaming ebooks and digital audiobooks?

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FAQ: How do I find a specific article?

By Lisa Curtin

Frequently heard at the Reference Desk:

"My professor said I could get this article at the library, but I don't know how to find it".

"This article is listed on Blackboard, but the link is broken. Can you help me get it?"

"I found a reference to this article in a book I'm using for my research. Can you help me track it down?"

Finding an article when you know the name of the journal, magazine, or newspaper in which it appears is as easy as one, two, three!  Follow these steps:

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Database of the Month: LexisNexis Academic

By Macee Damon

LexisNexis Academic is for those who wish to research law, business and news topics. Users will find rich full-text content including:

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Storm Closing: Library Closed Tuesday, March 14

By Lisa Curtin

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Now Showing in the RSM Art Gallery: "Ghost Space" by Josephine Burr

By Lisa Curtin

Now on view in the art gallery is Ghost Space, a sculptural installation by ceramic artist Josephine Burr. Please join us at the opening reception on Thursday, March 23rd, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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February Acquisitions: New Books, DVDs & Audiobooks

By Lisa Curtin
The new acquisitions lists for February have been posted. ...

Spring Break Hours: Saturday March 4th - Sunday March 12th

By Lisa Curtin

Spring break seems early this year, but who isn't ready for a brief respite from classes, assignments and studying? Those of you not headed out of town might be wondering if the library is open during the break. Yes, we are, with some modifications to our normal hours. Stop in for a quiet place to relax, to borrow books and movies, or to pick up a museum pass (there are still plenty of passes available for next week - reserve them online now!).

Saturday 3/4 and Sunday 3/5: CLOSED

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Birthday Celebration! Time Capsule Viewing & Letter-Writing: Tues. 2/28, 12-4

By Jaimie Fritz
By now you probably know that Bentley is celebrating its historic centennial year. But you may not know that we have some important milestones coming up– this week marks the official founding of Bentley University, and the birthday our founder Harry C. Bentley! Harry C. Bentley was born on February 28th, 1877 in Connecticut. He discovered a passion for business in his youth, and by the time he reached his 30’s he was a successful teacher, writer, and businessman. ...