The theme for this year's Banned Books Week (October 5-11, 2025) is “Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights.” An obvious nod to George Orwell's classic dystopian novel of the same name, the slogan serves as a reminder that censorship efforts persist to this day.
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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) recognize the 11 most popular books from the collection, so that even more job-seekers can take advantage of the tips and tricks they contain.
This month’s curated collection offers a range of perspectives on justice, spanning economics, education, environmental equity, civil rights, and more. Engage with these works to better understand the structural challenges we face and the ideas that continue to shape a more equitable future.
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Technological innovations are a steady part of human history, and some of these innovations have radically changed society from top to bottom. In the past century, some examples include television, cell phones and personal computers. Explore the resources below to learn more about how to blend AI into our lives, while retaining the skills and knowledge that makes us human.
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This month’s selections highlight stories of resilience, creativity, and identity—examining historical milestones, individual achievements, and the evolving American Jewish experience. Engage with these works to deepen your understanding of a community whose influence continues to resonate across generations and disciplines.
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April is Arab American Heritage Month, a time to recognize the rich cultural, linguistic, and historical contributions of Arab Americans. The term Arab refers to a shared language and cultural identity, encompassing a diverse range of communities across 22 countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
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Women's History Month is an annual observance that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Celebrated during March in the United States, it corresponds with International Women's Day on March 8.
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February is Black History month, where the focus is on the experiences and history of African Americans, both as a whole and as individuals. Celebrating a rich cultural heritage, it is an opportunity to spotlight the achievements that African Americans have accomplished in this country, despite the long and continuing history of racism and oppression. Enjoy these ebooks and streaming films and be sure to check out the rotating display of physical books and videos in the main lobby of Hunt Library!
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With finals and winter break near, this month's diversity display will take a look at Winter Holidays. Books and videos selected are on the light and informative side, while the e-book selection also contains some children's books and craft ideas. So relax, destress and maybe even learn some basics about a holiday you are unfamiliar with. So take a look!
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This November, the Diversity Book Display's theme will be Indigenous Americas. This term refers to those who inhabited the Americas before European colonization in the 15th century.
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