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African American Women & University Libraries Resources

The value of finding resources written by African American women, or titles that focus upon their countless accomplishments are an important part of our collection which is constantly expanding. These works represent all academic disciplines and provide a wide range of perspectives that enhance the research opportunities available for our students. Our Librarian Instruction Coordinator, … Continue reading “African American Women & University Libraries Resources”

African American Catholic Exhibit & University Libraries

November is African American (Black) Catholic Month. In honor of this commemoration, the University Libraries has proudly created an exhibit featuring books, publication covers, and related materials in homage to the faithful. In combination with the exhibit and an Introduction to Informational Resources on African American Catholicism, the University Libraries offers our research community print … Continue reading “African American Catholic Exhibit & University Libraries”

African American Women & Information Resources

The value of finding resources written by African American women, or titles that focus upon their countless accomplishments are an important part of our collection which is constantly expanding. These works represent all academic disciplines and provide a wide range of perspectives that enhance the research opportunities available for our students. As a woman navigating … Continue reading “African American Women & Information Resources”

Oxford African American Studies Center

If you are interested in finding resources about African Americans, the Oxford African American Studies Center is a great choice! The Oxford African American Studies Center provides students, scholars and librarians with more than 20,000 articles by top scholars in the field. The Oxford African American Studies Center combines the authority of carefully edited reference … Continue reading “Oxford African American Studies Center”

SHU Libraries Database Spotlight – African American Catholic Resources

November is African American Catholic Month. In recognition of this significant subject area, and promoting research opportunities, there are various information-centered resources hosted by the Seton Hall University Libraries to aid with your exploration. Included are the following specialized sites . . . American Theological Library Association (ATLA) https://web.s.ebscohost.com/ehost/search/basic?vid=0&sid=7d3791ab-4e2e-4ac9-bfb5-42081535f53e%40redis Catholic News Archive https://thecatholicnewsarchive.org/ Catholic Research … Continue reading “SHU Libraries Database Spotlight – African American Catholic Resources”

Information Resources In Honor of African-American History Month

Information Resources In Honor of African-American History Month #SHU_Libraries proudly presents and offers our research community a number of information connections related to the African-American experience not only for February, but throughout the year.  Various examples include a specially designed Library Research Guide created by Professor Lisa DeLuca to help with introductory and advanced leads … Continue reading “Information Resources In Honor of African-American History Month”

Africana Studies – Introductory Resources Provided By The University Libraries

In honor of African American History Month and the value of discovery all year long, the University Libraries feature several different resources that serve to aid our research community. When learning more about the African American experience there are various specialized sites to discover including the following examples . . . Africana Studies – Library … Continue reading “Africana Studies – Introductory Resources Provided By The University Libraries”

Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month

Happy Caribbean American Heritage Month! Chelsea Barrett, Business Librarian / Africana Studies Liaison, in partnership with Sarah Ponichtera, Assistant Dean for Special Collections & the Gallery, have compiled a list of information on Caribbean American culture, life, and history. Resources A Proclamation on National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, 2021 President Joseph Biden’s statement on Caribbean Heritage … Continue reading “Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month”

American Library Association Midwinter Conference Recap 

American Library Association Midwinter Conference Recap  by Chelsea Barrett The 2021 ALA Midwinter Conference which took place virtually January 22-26 was full of amazing presentations and presenters! There were engaging talks, revelations and roundtables focusing on various areas of librarianship, on topics ranging from antiracism and women’s suffrage to algorithmic bias and gaming. Some of … Continue reading “American Library Association Midwinter Conference Recap “

Caribbean American Heritage Month

Happy Caribbean American Heritage Month! To learn more about Caribbean culture, life, and history, we partnered with SHU’s West Indian Student Organization (WISO) and compiled a list of reading recommendations. Below is a list recommended by Ijah Penn, the treasurer of SHU WISO. To see more reading recommendations, you can go on Instagram and follow … Continue reading “Caribbean American Heritage Month”

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