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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SBU Libraries: Yes, we also do matchmaking!
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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Play Culper Spies eGame this Presidents Day Week!
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…
Update 2/1/2016: On-site Reference in the Humanities Building
On-site reference in the Humanities Building will not be held 2/1/2016 only. Hours will resume on Monday, 2/8/2016, 2-3. Please contact Kate Kasten (kathleen.kasten@stonybrook.edu) with any questions. Image: By The McClouds from Chicago ‘burbs, USA (New welcome mat from my…
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On-Site Reference in the Humanities Building
Have a question? On-site reference returns to the Humanities Building on Monday afternoons 2-3, effective January 25th. Stop by to ask questions, to learn more about the Libraries’ services and collections, and to find out how librarians can help you…
SBU Libraries & Counseling and Psychological Services present “Let’s Talk” Event
On Wednesday, December 9th, SBU Libraries worked with CAPS, the Counseling and Psychological Services, to bring BEAU, a certified therapy dog to visit students studying for finals in the library! Beau is a 2 1/2 year old border collie mix.…
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Guinness World Record Shattered in Melville Library!
While many were taking advantage of Stony Brook University Libraries’ newly extended hours this Saturday, Rowe Hessler, celebrated 2-time U.S. Speedcubing Champion, was eyeing this extra time as an opportunity to put himself to a different sort of test. Most…
On-Site Reference Ends 12/1/2015 — Spring 2016 Schedule TBA
On-site reference hours in the Humanities Building and the Social and Behavioral Sciences Building will end for the fall semester, effective December 1, 2015. Hours will resume in the Humanities Building after the winter break, with Spring 2016 semester hours…
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Library Concert Series: “Art of Violin”
SBU Libraries, in cooperation with Michael Hershkowitz, Director of Concerts, Department of Music, was honored to present the third of three concerts “Art of Violin” featuring musicians from the Department of Music, Stony Brook University. It was a beautiful…
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“An Afternoon with Eleonore Oppenheim”
Stony Brook University Libraries’ recently had the unique opportunity of hosting electric bassist, Eleonore Oppenheim where she performed in the Melville Library Galleria. “Quietly virtuosic” (Alan Kozinn, the New York Times) upright and electric bassist Eleonore Oppenheim is quickly gaining a reputation as both a valued…
