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Pi-Day Honors the Delicious Side of Mathematics

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Stony Brook University Libraries kicked off Pi-Day a little early again this year as a nod to the irrational side of the symbol known as Pi, and also because the true Pi-Day – today – falls on spring break.  The event drew…

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Posted in Events, Featured, Library Outreach, Math, Physics and Astronomy Library, Melville Library

Mathletes & Foodies Rejoice! Pi-Day Returns to the Library

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We can’t wait for Monday, we’re starting our Pi-day celebration this Friday, March 11th in the Melville Library Galleria! Stop by the Galleria Information Desk for a FREE slice of pie and enter to win numerous contests for a chance…

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Posted in Events, Featured, Get Your Read On, Library Science, Math, Physics and Astronomy Library, Melville Library

SBU Libraries: Yes, we also do matchmaking!

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It was the best of holidays, it was the worst of holidays.  Regardless of how you feel about Valentine’s Day, it is coming, ready or not.  If you find yourself a little dismayed by this news because you have no…

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Posted in Library Outreach, Melville Library

Play Culper Spies eGame this Presidents Day Week!

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Presidents Day is next Monday, February 15th.  Wondering what you can do to feel a little more patriotic? Why not learn more about our nation’s rich history while fine tuning your research skills! For those looking for a game that…

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Posted in Game Studies, Get Your Read On, History, Information Literacy, Libraries, Library Instruction, Library Outreach, New and Notable

Melville Library Galleria Info Desk Gets a New Look

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Those who braved the mountains of snow generously gifted to us by recent passerby Blizzard Jonas (thanks a lot, Jonas!) may have noticed something new and wonderful in the Melville Library Galleria.  The neutral toned horseshoe-shaped counter that serves as an information…

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Posted in Art, Classics, Melville Library, New and Notable, Writing and Literature