Art Talk and Exhibition, TONIGHT Tuesday, September 18, 7-8 pm: The HNU community and the general public are invited to a fascinating two-artist talk by HNU Dr. Ian Sammis and HNU Education credential student Carolyn Gaye. Dr. Sammis produces computer-generated graphics based on mathematical formulas, while Ms. Gaye paints scenes from nature. Their work is very different — and yet united by a love of color and design. Also stop by the Library any time this fall to enjoy their work, hanging in the Glass Lounge.

Light refreshments served (including those addictive pecan cookies that have been such a hit).

Library Design Session

Save the date: Friday, October 12 – Library Focus Groups: Thanks to all of you who turned out for the outstanding and well-attended library design sessions last Friday!

We are following up with library focus groups on Friday, October 12 — timeslots to be determined. Watch for invitations soon.

Library Design Sessions: Friday, September 14, the Library is holding two once-in-a-lifetime library design sessions, open to all students, faculty, and staff (and we have several external guests as well). Input from the entire Holy Names community is crucial. Light refreshments served. Feel free to arrive late or leave early as your schedule requires.

• The morning session,  9 am – 10:45 am (RSVP here), features an architectural talk by library space planner Will Baty, who is also on faculty at Santa Rosa Junior College, where he led a library renovation.
• The afternoon session, 2 – 3:30 pm (RSVP here), is your chance to weigh in on what YOU would like to see for HNU’s “library of the future.” Come share your thoughts!

Curious about what’s at stake and what library design sessions are about? Read more about these events here.

Autumn Art Talk and Exhibition, Tuesday, September 18, 7-8 pm: The HNU community and the general public are invited to a fascinating two-artist talk by Ian Sammis, Assistant Professor of mathematics, and HNU Education credential student Carolyn Gaye. Dr. Sammis produces computer-generated graphics based on mathematical formulas, while Ms. Gaye paints scenes from nature. Their work is very different — and yet united by a love of color and design. Light refreshments served.

This week: reminders of our upcoming events. Don’t forget to stop on by and see the artwork of Dr. Sammis and Carolyn Gaye!

Nibblies from Around the World!

International Reception, Thursday, September 6, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. All HNU students, faculty, and staff are invited to this annual event, co-hosted by the Student Success Center, International Student Services, and the Library. Enjoy refreshments and music from around the world, a slideshow, and an interactive networking game, Mingle Bingo.

Library Design Sessions: Friday, September 14, the Library is holding two once-in-a-lifetime library design sessions. Input from the entire Holy Names community is crucial. The morning session,  9 am – 10:45 am (RSVP here), features an architectural talk by library space planner Will Baty. The afternoon session, 2 – 3:30 pm (RSVP here), is your chance to weigh in on what YOU would like to see for HNU’s “library of the future.” Come share your thoughts!  Read more about these events here.

Autumn Art Talk and Exhibition, Tuesday, September 18, 7-8 pm: The HNU community and the general public are invited to a fascinating two-artist talk by HNU Dr. Ian Sammis and HNU Education credential student Carolyn Gaye. Dr. Sammis produces computer-generated graphics based on mathematical formulas, while Ms. Gaye paints scenes from nature. Their work is very different — and yet united by a love of color and design. Light refreshments served.

Hello newcomers, and welcome back everyone else! The Paul J.  Cushing Library has several terrific events planned for September.

Nibblies from Around the World!

International Reception, Thursday, September 6, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. This annual tradition for all HNU students, faculty, and staff is co-hosted by the Student Success Center, International Student Services, and the Library. Enjoy refreshments and music from around the world, a slideshow, and an interactive networking game, Mingle Bingo.

Library Design Sessions: Friday, September 14, the Library is holding two once-in-a-lifetime library design sessions. Input from the entire Holy Names community is crucial. The morning session,  9 am – 10:45 am (RSVP here), features an architectural talk by library space planner Will Baty. The afternoon session, 2 – 3:30 pm (RSVP here), is your chance to weigh in on what YOU would like to see for HNU’s “library of the future.” Come share your thoughts!  Read more about these events here.

Autumn Art Talk and Exhibition, Tuesday, September 18, 7-8 pm: The HNU community and the general public are invited to a fascinating two-artist talk by HNU Dr. Ian Sammis and HNU Education credential student Carolyn Gaye. Dr. Sammis produces computer-generated graphics based on mathematical formulas, while Ms. Gaye paints scenes from nature. Their work is very different — and yet united by a love of color and design. Also stop by the Library any time this fall to enjoy their work, hanging in the Glass Lounge. Light refreshments served.

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Library design sessions: After 54 years of service to Holy Names, our library building is due for fresh ideas and reassessment. Should we renovate? Rebuild? Keep things as-is?

All HNU faculty, students, and staff are invited to be part of this exploration , to begin with two important library design sessions on Friday, September 14. Campus-wide participation is vital to this process. We in the Library extend our gratitude in advance to all of you who can take the time to participate in one or both events.

The morning session, at 9 am Friday September 14 (RSVP here for the 9 am session), features a talk about the library design process by library space planner and Santa Rosa Junior College faculty member Will Baty. Topics include an overview of library space planning, key issues in contemporary library design, and typical processes and timelines.

The afternoon session, at 2 pm Friday September 14 (RSVP here for the 2 pm session), is a visioning session, also led by Dr. Baty, where you will be invited to weigh in on what YOU want to see for your “library of the future.” For more information, email the Library at hnulibrary@hnu.edu.

Quiet change: Two weeks ago, Campus IT and Library IT moved the server that provides authentication for databases, ebooks, requests from other libraries, and all other library resources you sign in to. This transparent transition was the smooth and successful culmination to months of hard work. Kudos especially to Glenn Sager and Nicole Greenland!

David Goldweber to Speak Saturday July 21

Claws and Saucers by David Goldweber

This Saturday, July 21, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., join HNU English lecturer David E. Goldweber in the Cushing Library for an entertaining and informational talk on “The Joys and Hazards of Self-Publishing.” David will also be discussing his self-published film guidebook, Claws and Saucers: Science Fiction, Horror, And Fantasy Film, A Complete Guide 1902-1982. Learn why Goldweber decided to take the plunge, and how he covered 1600 films for his encyclopedic guidebook.

Signed copies for purchase (cash-only). Light refreshments served. Open to the public.

Back to the Future

In other library news, we continue with the Big Shift — a summer activity to relocate about 40% of our books from the main level to the lower level. When this activity has been completed we will be removing some of the main-level shelving added in the last couple of decades to open up more space for study and other activities.