Williams College Libraries News

New Exhibit: Travelogues: Narratives of Travel and Adventure

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

(Sawyer Library Lobby)

The 'Travelogues' display celebrates the popularity and influence of travel and adventure narratives, which are a perfect form of escapism during the summer months. The cultural impact and influence of travelogues is highlighted through the wide array of books available in this genre from traveling gourmets in search of flavorful meals in Europe to aging acquaintances reconnecting on the hiking trails of America. The display also includes travel photography, posters, and maps from Sawyer Library's collection. A bibliography of this display is available.

This display was created by Moira Yoe '11.

New Exhibit: Darwinmania: 150 Years since Darwin's Origin of Species

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

(Sawyer Library Lobby)

Created by Moira Yoe '10, the 'Darwinmania' display celebrates the 150th year since Darwin's bold theory of evolution in The Origin of Species. It highlights not only scientific journals and speculation about Darwin's theory but also focuses on the impact of the theory on popular culture in editorial cartoons and satirical comic books. In addition to focusing on the cultural, legal, religious, scientific, and philosophical influence of the theory the display also contains books and articles that speculate on the reserved and complex Mr. Darwin, who was a failed medical student before becoming a naturalist and theologian. The display combines books from both Sawyer and Schow libraries. A bibliography of this display is available.

New Exhibit: 2008 Summer Olympics

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

(Flat Display Case, First Floor, Sawyer Library)

In honor of the 2008 Summer Olympics, this display provides an in depth presentation of a global phenomenon that has continued to unite people of different cultures for many generations. Since the time of the Greeks, the Olympic Games have allowed people to showcase their talent and athletic abilities, and one's passion for 'the game.' It is a celebration of international sportsmanship that has helped define and develop a global economy.

This year's Summer Olympics will be held in Beijing on August 8th-24th, 2008. For two weeks the world will have its eyes set on one city, eagerly awaiting the next gold medalist.

If you have any questions please contact Danielle Allard, ext. 2503

What will the new Sawy Library look like?

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Plans for the new Sawyer Library and the renovation of Stetson Hall are moving forward at a brisk pace.
Images of current studies for interior and exterior designs are now available. These images illustrate the planning process as of May 2008. Final design is expected to be completed by the end of 2008.

Library Shelving Facility receives certificate of occupancy

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The new Library Shelving Facility (LSF) has been approved for occupancy. The move of collections to the LSF will begin in July 2008. Materials to be transfered include Chapin and Archives collections as well as Sawyer historic journals. Photos of construction site.

Students make full use of test sites during finals

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

As the stress of finals descended upon students, the Sawyer furniture test sites proved to be very popular.
Floor pillows, hideaway study booths and the café were greatly appreciated. Photos of test sites.

Move of Stetson collections scheduled for July

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The move of the Stetson collections (Archives, Chapin Library and historic Sawyer journals) is scheduled for July 2008. Special collections staff have been working since January to prepare collections for this move; things are on schedule.

New Exhibit: Class of 2008 Theses

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

(Sawyer Library, Reference)

Humanities and social sciences theses written by the class of 2008 are on display in the Sawyer Library Reference area. Science and psychology theses are on display at the Schow Science Library.

All theses are cataloged in FRANCIS, the library catalog. You can search by subject (Theses 2008), your favorite thesis writer's name, or the title of the thesis.

Congratulations to all!

For more information, please contact Lori DuBois at 413-597-4614.

New Exhibit: What Are They Thinking? Current Faculty Scholarship

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

(Sawyer Library Lobby)

Selection of recent faculty publications in social sciences and humanities.

View bibliography from the Dean of the Faculty's End of Year Reception, from which items are selected for this exhibit.

For more information, please contact Christine Ménard at 413-597-2515.

Limited Access to Historic Journals

Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Historic runs of Sawyer journals currently housed in Stetson will be unavailable until June 2009 while they are relocated to the library shelving facility. During this transition period, the only mean of access to articles in these journals will be through Interlibrary Loan.