March's Diversity Book Display's theme is Women's History Month, which is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society. So check out the ebook titles below and be sure to visit Hunt Library to see a rotating display of physical books focusing on Women's History Month!
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Immerse yourself in the intersection of open science and sustainability with our curated selection of books, offering insights into the dynamic relationship between scientific research and environmental stewardship. Explore how open science practices empower collaboration and innovation toward sustainable solutions and address topics of climate change through the lens of open science, making these reads essential!
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The beginning of the Lunar New Year is called the Spring Festival. It is the most solemn traditional festival of many people throughout Asia and the world. The day symbolizes unity, prosperity, and hope for the future. Enjoy this collection of books and videos available for checkout.
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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) recommend eleven books that focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
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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 be sure to check out the rotating display of physical books in the main lobby of Hunt Library!
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Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday commemorating the life and achievements of Dr. King. MLK Day is held on the third Monday of January, close to his actual birthday of January 15. In 1983, President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law, and it was first observed federally three years later on January 20, 1986.
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The focus for this month's Diversity Book Display is music, which is universal and incredibly diverse. Not only is there a huge variety of styles and sounds that humans define as music, but the people who make music are composed of many different cultures, nations, eras, genders, nationalities, religions, and so forth.
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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) recommend ten books that focus on management and leadership.
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Jan Hardy, Library Specialist, reviews "Death in Custody." This book traces the history of racism in law enforcement through the post-Civil War practice of convict leasing, the widespread arrest of free Black men for trumped-up charges and their forced labor on farms and in mines.
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Explore each of these books to discover how open science can contribute to addressing matters related to gender, race, and social justice. Authored by women, these texts illuminate the vital significance of transparency, inclusivity, and ethical data practices in the pursuit of a more equitable world.
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