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On Display: Best Books of 2016

By Lisa Curtin

Happy New Year! In keeping with tradition, we have spent the last couple of months combing through some of our favorite reviewer's year-end best books lists* to bring you our 8th annual Best Books display. Stop by the library's lobby to browse 2016's best fiction and nonfiction titles. With over 160 books to choose from, we are certain you will find something to capture your interest.

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Now Showing: 'The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham'

By Jaimie Fritz

The Bentley Campus: From Boston to Waltham
Bentley University Centennial Exhibit
January 17 – March 5,  March 2, 2017 [Note new closing date]

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Library Hours: Monday, January 9th - Monday, January 16th

By Lisa Curtin

The library's hours will be extended during wintersession classes, Monday, January 9 - Friday, January 13, 2017:

Monday, January 9 – Thursday, January 12: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Friday, January 13: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The library will be closed for the weekend and on Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Saturday, January 14 – Monday, January  16 (holiday): CLOSED

Please note that the Deloitte Cafe (Einstein’s) is closed until Tuesday, January 17.

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Special Library Hours: January 3rd - January 8th

By Lisa Curtin
The Bentley Library is closed evenings and weekends when classes are not in session. The library's hours for the period of January 3 - January 8, 2017, are:

Tuesday, January 3 – Thursday, January 5: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday, January 6: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 7 & Sunday, January 8: CLOSED

The library's hours will change again when wintersession classes begin on Monday, January 9.

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Avoid Overdue Notices! Return/Renew Before Winter Break.

By Lisa Curtin

Don't forget to return your library books and DVDs before leaving town for winter break! You can view your checked out items and their due dates by logging-in to your library account. If you plan to stay in the local area and use the library during break, you may renew your items online.

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Winter Break Closing: December 23 - January 2

By Lisa Curtin

Bentley University and the Bentley Library are closed for Winter Break Friday, December 23, 2016, through Monday, January 2, 2017. The library will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.

Please note that the Deloitte Cafe (Einstein's) will be closed until spring classes begin on Tuesday, January 17, 2017.

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24-hour Library Access for Finals Starts Monday, December 12

By Lisa Curtin
This semester the library’s 24-hour access for final exams begins at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, December 12th (the day before Reading Day) and ends at 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 21st (the last day of exams). *Please note the weekend exception: The library closes at 9:00 p.m. Saturday night and reopens at 10:00 a.m. ...

Database of the Month: Project Euclid

By Matthew Van Sleet
Project Euclid is a mathematical sciences database that seeks to advance scholarly communication in theoretical and applied mathematics and statistics through partnerships with independent and society publishers. It was developed by the Cornell University Library and is now jointly managed with Duke University Press. ...

Now Showing: 2016 International Education Photo Contest Winners & Finalists

By Lisa Curtin

Now showing in the RSM Art Gallery are the 2016 International Education Photo Contest winners and a selection of finalists. Don't miss this exhibit of amazing photographs taken by Bentley University students, faculty and staff! You also have one more opportunity to vote for your favorite finalist (non-category winner).

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Therapy dogs Kodiak and Athena visit Monday, December 12, 3-5pm

By Lisa Curtin
We are happy to welcome our favorite therapy dogs Kodiak and Athena back to the Bentley Library for a "Take a Paws" stress-relief session!  Thanks to the Center for Health and Wellness, you can enjoy some Bernese Mountain Dog love in the art gallery on Monday, December 12, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Studies have shown that interacting with animals can have positive impacts on our social, mental and physical well-being. ...