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UMass Amherst Libraries@UMassLibraries
19 Feb 2025
The Libraries are stepping away from this platform. Please follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Bluesky at UMass Amherst Libraries.
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Today at 2 p.m.!
UMass Amherst Libraries@UMassLibraries
24 Jan 2025
Join the Libraries on February 7, 2-4 p.m., at the Science and Engineering Library, Learning Studio, for "Winter Dreaming: An Experiential Workshop," led by author Sky Otter. Free and open to all! Link: libcal.library.umass.edu/eve…
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UMass Amherst@UMassAmherst
6 Feb 2025
Due to inclement weather, #UMassAmherst, including the Mt. Ida campus, will be closed on February 6, 2025. 🔗 For the latest information, please visit bit.ly/3v9tML9
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The Libraries are excited to partner with the Office of Faculty Development to offer a special workshop for new/early faculty research projects next Friday, February 14, 9-10:30 a.m., Du Bois Library, Room 2601. Link: libcal.library.umass.edu/eve…
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Black History Month events at the Libraries: An Introduction to W. E. B. Du Bois Thursday, February 13, 6-7 p.m. libcal.library.umass.edu/eve… W. E. B. Du Bois Poetry Slam Invitational 2025 Friday, February 21, 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) libcal.library.umass.edu/eve…

An Introduction to W. E. B. Du Bois

Register here. A panel discussion featuring Whitney Battle-Baptiste, Aaron Yates, and Adam Holmes about the life, work and legacy of W. E. B. Du Bois designed to provide a general...

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UMass Amherst@UMassAmherst
1 Feb 2025
#BlackHistoryMonth celebrates the resilience & contributions of Black communities, reminding us to honor Black history every day. This year's theme, African Americans & Labor, highlights Black work across history. #BHM2025 Black History Month events: bit.ly/2025umassbhm
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UMass Amherst Libraries retweeted
UMass Amherst Libraries@UMassLibraries
24 Jan 2025
Join the Libraries on February 7, 2-4 p.m., at the Science and Engineering Library, Learning Studio, for "Winter Dreaming: An Experiential Workshop," led by author Sky Otter. Free and open to all! Link: libcal.library.umass.edu/eve…
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Welcome back, UMass! We're excited to have you back on campus and in the Libraries!
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Facilities update: The W. E. B. Du Bois Library will be closed on Wednesday, January 29th. The Science & Engineering and Wadsworth Libraries will be open during regular hours. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Facilities update: The W. E. B. Du Bois Library will be closed early on Tuesday, January 28th. The Science & Engineering and Wadsworth Libraries will be open during regular hours. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Kicking off the semester with a special author talk coming up on February 14, 2:30-4 p.m., Science and Engineering Library, Learning Studio: Electric Ice: A Book Reading with Author Deb McCutchen. Link: libcal.library.umass.edu/eve…
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Happy Library Shelfie Day! There are so many photo op spots in the Libraries on campus, from the stairwell murals in Du Bois to the Seed Library artwork in SEL. What's your favorite?
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The Libraries are closed today in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
UMass Amherst@UMassAmherst
20 Jan 2025
Honoring the incredible life of civil rights activist Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLK #DayofRacialHealing event is on 1/21 at 3pm with speaker, @Yamiche Alcindor. The event is full, but you can join virtually bit.ly/umassdorh. In observance, most offices will be closed.
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UMass Amherst Libraries retweeted
UMass Amherst@UMassAmherst
12 Jan 2025
📣 Campus just isn't the same without you! The countdown is on, only 17 days until you're back! See you soon!🎉
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UMass Amherst Libraries retweeted
UMass Amherst@UMassAmherst
9 Jan 2025
Looking to improve at your current hobby? Want to explore trying something new? Living At UMass Amherst has you covered! Check out their list of 4 things to try at UMass Amherst in 2025 ⤵️ 🔗 bit.ly/4fQRIEL
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UMass Amherst Libraries retweeted
UMass Amherst Alumni@AlumniUMass
9 Jan 2025
This vintage snapshot of Crabtree dorm, taken from Knowlton dorm, is giving winter break vibes: snow-covered bikes, icy railings, and the quiet hush that settles over campus during the colder months. #ThrowbackThursday 📸: @scua_umass
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Facilities update: The W. E. B. Du Bois Library will be closed on Monday, January 13, due to elevator work.
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Webster may need a moment, but the Libraries are open bright and early today for regular winter vacation hours!
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Happy New Year from the Libraries!
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Moo Year's Eve? 🐮😆 The Libraries are closed until Thursday, January 2, but our website and digital archives are available. Please enjoy this udderly cute archival photo of Mass Aggie cows from @scua_umass
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