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The Power of Naming

In September 2022, Hal Sautter, ’69 BA education, and P.E.O. Chapter AJ fulfilled their dream of creating a cozy reading nook on JFK’s upper floor. They provided two comfy rocking chairs and other furnishings, thoughtfully placed in a quiet corner with an amazing campus view, where students feel at home and welcome to read or…
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Introducing the EWU Human Library Event
December 21, 2022

The EWU Libraries is teaming up with the EWU Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to conduct EWU’s inaugural Human Library Event on the afternoon of April 19, 2023, as part of EWU’s Diversity and Inclusion week. First developed in Denmark, Human Library® events are designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can…
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Archives and Special Collections (ASPC) Recognizes Recent Donors

We appreciate the many donors who have contributed to ASPC’s collections on university and regional history. Of recent note, the Archives recognizes Scotty Reed for his loan of EWU football programs for scanning (example shown above) and Susan Floyd, who donated photographs from her grandmother’s time at Eastern (shown below). The rich and varied collections…
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A Dedicated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Material Display

The EWU Libraries and Learning Commons is committed to providing and supporting a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for all members of our diverse campus community. Our commitment reflects the long-standing pledge to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within the library profession and incorporates the DEI goals of the EWU Strategic Plan. DEI in the…
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The Human Library, Coming April 2023
September 16, 2022 by Amy Laskowski

Do you have a lived experience unlike others you know? Do you sometimes feel misunderstood, stereotyped, or marginalized? Are you interested in sharing your story in a series of casual conversations, in a safe, supportive, and meaningful way? Learn more about becoming a Human Book in our Human Library event, part of EWU’s Diversity and…
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EWU Libraries Services Shifting from WSU’s Health Sciences Library

EWU Libraries no longer has a presence at WSU’s Health Sciences Library (formerly known as the Spokane Academic Library.) What does this mean for EWU students, staff, and faculty? You may: Continue to use Health Sciences Library public spaces, computers and resources during staffed library hours using the same opportunities WSU affords to community members.…
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Proctoring Services Hosted by EWU Libraries
May 3, 2022 by Amy Laskowski

EWU Libraries is offering test proctoring (supervised testing) services. Proctoring is available Sunday – Thursday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Students may initiate a proctoring request, but instructors must complete and submit the request (via form) at least three weekdays in advance in order for the test to be scheduled. Proctoring staff will contact the…
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EWU Libraries Provides Students Easy Access to High-quality Equipment
May 2, 2022 by Amy Laskowski

Laptops, cameras, projectors, iPads and hotspots are a few of the items available to EWU students through the Libraries’ Equipment Checkout Services. This service, made possible by a partnership with the Student Tech Fee Committee and Information Technology Department, is facilitated through the library accounts and borrowing system. Equipment Checkout Services provides EWU a controlled,…
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Speed Relating: Building Community Through Coffee & Conversation
by Amy Laskowski

Join us for this EWU Diversity and Inclusion Week Event! Date: Wednesday, April 20, 2022 Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: JFK Library Lobby Speed Relating is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to connect over free Thomas Hammer coffee and have open conversations with a variety of individuals representing diverse identities, professions,…
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Director’s Message, January 2022
December 16, 2021 by Amy Laskowski

Greetings! My name is Kelly Evans, I am the new Director of the School of Libraries at the EWU Libraries and Learning Commons. I have been a librarian here for eight years. What makes EWU an amazing place is our student community. EWU Libraries and Learning Commons librarians and staff provide a student-first service culture…
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