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Social Distancing and Homesteading with Digital Collections

Home gardens cover 1980

The University Libraries have many databases and digital resources collections available even with our campus closed and students and faculty working from distant locations. Here are hints for getting fascinating information about home gardens, food preservation, cooking at home, and other “homesteading” activities from the Arkansas Agricultural Extension Circulars digital collections. …Continue Reading Social Distancing and Homesteading with Digital Collections

Campus in 1969, Part 1: Ali and Ginsberg visit Arkansas

Fifty years ago, the United States was undergoing tremendous change and challenges, and the University of Arkansas in 1969 had its own share of controversy and excitement. Guest speakers such as Muhhammad Ali brought new ideas to the students in Fayetteville, and the campus saw protests and remarkable events draw national attention. In this first of two blogs, we look at the counterculture on campus though the lens of remarkable guest speakers. …Continue Reading Campus in 1969, Part 1: Ali and Ginsberg visit Arkansas

Special Collections Student Showcase Set for Nov. 19

Join the University Libraries’ Special Collections division for a Student Showcase at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, in Mullins Library room 130. Students will present on the exhibits they’ve curated, art projects they’ve created and research projects they’ve completed using Special Collections materials….Continue Reading Special Collections Student Showcase Set for Nov. 19