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Five Things Every Sci-Fi Fan Needs to Know

The Libraries’ new Sci-Fi Station features a treasure trove of far-away worlds and futuristic conundrums, assembled mainly from Hugo and Nebula award finalists published over the past seven years. Located on the second floor of Hunt Library, the reading nook includes two private reading benches adorned with more than six dozen science fiction and fantasy novels, purchased with the Tom and Eileen McConomy Endowed Fund to whisk readers on a journey far from campus.

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Celebrating an Impactful Year

The 2023-2024 academic year was full of achievements and milestones for the University Libraries. Over the course of two transformative semesters, key offerings and events showcased the Libraries’ evolving role at CMU, elevated its Distinctive Collections, and centered the student experience to ensure a lasting impact on campus and throughout the community.

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Career Collection Spotlight: Creativity and Thinking

The University Libraries’ Career Collection is a treasure trove of valuable resources for professionals at any stage of their careers, from networking and interviewing to pursuing leadership positions. In this list, experts from the Libraries and the Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) recommend ten books that focus on using creativity and thinking to set yourself up for success in your career.

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“Here to Stay”—An Exploration of Pittsburgh’s Architectural History

The Carnegie Mellon University Architecture Archives exhibition, “Here to Stay: Celebrating 40 Years at the Architecture Archives 1984-2024,” celebrates the 40th anniversary of the archives, which was founded to create, conserve, and promote the rich history of Pittsburgh’s buildings and tell part of the story of this dynamic city.

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Peace Garden Project Transforms Hunt Library Outdoor Space

Alumnus, professor and former Head of the School of Architecture Stephen Lee, a seasoned educator and leader in architectural design and realization, has been inspiring students through hands-on, practical projects that bring their designs to life. This spring, the Design/Build Studio at the School of Architecture continued developing its Peace Garden Project, an initiative that encompasses both architectural innovation and sustainable design.

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Siddiqui Receives Udall Scholarship

Aleena Siddiqui, a rising junior with a double major in materials science and engineering and environmental and sustainability studies, has received the 2024 Udall Scholar award, which recognizes future leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy, and health care fields.

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Tony Award-Winning Alumni

To date, Carnegie Mellon University alumni have won 60 Tony Awards, with CMU's School of Drama consistently ranked as one of the top drama schools internationally. Tune in June 16th to see who wins at the 77th Annual Tony Awards.

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“The Four Shakespeare Folios, 1623–2023: Copy, Print, Paper, Type” Book Launch Photo Gallery

Multiple contributors to “The Four Shakespeare Folios, 1623–2023: Copy, Print, Paper, Type” shared their expertise at an event to celebrate the book’s launch on May 30 at the Posner Center. The evening was a culmination of the year-long celebration of the 400th anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare’s First Folio.

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“An Evening with the Architecture Archives” Photo Gallery

Members of the Carnegie Mellon community and architecture enthusiasts from around Pittsburgh gathered in Hunt Library on May 23 to experience the Architecture Archives, as well as celebrate the opening of the University Libraries’ exhibition: “Here to Stay: Celebrating 40 Years at the Architecture Archives 1984-2024.”

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DEI Book Display: Technology & Ethics

This month's diversity display looks at technology, especially AI, from the social aspects lens. How can AI be designed, taught and implemented in a responsible way? Does this technology benefit all, or just a few? What should we be aware of with AI and any new technology, so that everyone is treated fairly by it? Enjoy this selection of books that try to answer some of these questions!