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Winter Break Fun: Get Books, Streaming Films, & Museum Passes (Even When the Library is Closed!)

By Lisa Curtin

Did you know that even when the library is closed during winter break you still have access to some of our most popular services and resources? Here are a few things that current Bentley students, staff, and faculty can enjoy without visiting the building:

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Special Library Hours: Tuesday 12/19-Friday 12/22

By Lisa Curtin

Please note the following changes to the library's hours for the period of time after finals end and before winter break begins:

Tuesday, December 19 
(last day of exams)
6:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

Wednesday, December 20 – Friday, December 22
8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

The library will be closed for Bentley University's Winter Break from Saturday, December 23 through Sunday, January 7. We will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024.

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Study Breaks & Stress Relievers: Snacks / DIY Bracelets, Buttons & Bookmarks / Rust Dyeing / Games / and more!

By Lisa Curtin

Check out these Reading Day Relief and final exams period stress relief activities at the library! Take care of yourselves as we enter the final stretch of the semester. Be sure to eat well, get plenty of sleep, and take frequent study breaks.

Don't forget that library staff are here to help with everything from printing, to booking a study room, to conducting research and creating citations. No question is too big or too small.  

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Extended Study Hours for Finals Begin Monday, December 11

By Lisa Curtin

Extended study hours for final exams will begin on Monday, December 11 (the day before Reading Day). The library will open at 6:30 a.m. on all weekdays during exam period and stay open until 2:00 a.m. (excluding Friday & Saturday). 

Additionally, the library’s classroom on the lower level (room 11) will be open throughout exams as a bonus quiet study space to accommodate more students. We expect the library to be busy during exams—please be respectful of those studying around you.   

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The Deceptive Practice of Openwashing with Open Access Data

By James Thibeault

You’ve probably heard the term greenwashing before.

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Now Showing in the Art Gallery: 2023 International Education Photo Contest Winners & Finalists

By Lisa Curtin
2023 International Education Photo Contest ...

Thanksgiving Week Holiday Hours

By Lisa Curtin

Bentley Library will close for Thanksgiving Break at 10:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21. The building will reopen and services will resume on Sunday, November 26, at 1:00 p.m.

THANKSGIVING WEEK HOURS

Tuesday 11/21
7:30am–10:00pm

Wednesday, 11/22 — Saturday 11/25
CLOSED

Sunday 11/26
1:00pm–12:00am

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Books & Resources to Celebrate Transgender Awareness Week

By Lisa Curtin

November 13–19 is Transgender Awareness Week, and we have books and resources to help you celebrate and to stay informed.

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New Service: Light Therapy Lamps!

By Anne Jorgensen

This weekend marks the end of Daylight Savings Time and after enjoying a little extra sleep, the reality will set in that we are destined for short days and long nights for the next several months.

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Bentley Library Welcomes Two New Employees!

By Hope Houston

JAMES THIBEAULT
OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, SENIOR LIBRARIAN

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