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Iwasaki Library Newsletter

Giving Thanks for Knowledge and Community

Nov. 25th, 2024 | Vol. 2, Issue 6

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We're Here for You

Final Project Coming Up? Book an Appointment

Does your group need help getting started on research? Schedule a Zoom appointment with a librarian at the button below. We can help you get started, find resources, and organize your research.

Curiouser and Curiouser

Have you visited the Curiosity Corner in the Library? We ask our community thought-provoking questions like "What classic have you never read?" and "How does the library space make you feel?"


Students have shared that the physical space makes them feel "inspired," "cozy," and "hot & smart," while the online space gets mixed feedback, with some finding the website "hard to navigate but helpful."


If you're ever feeling unsure about our spaces, services, or resources, make an appointment with a librarian (see the story above!) We're here to help you succeed. Stop by the library to share your thoughts, and let us know next: What will you be reading over the holiday break?

Learn-Out on Sustainability

The Teach-In on Sustainability (TIOS) is Emerson's annual, college-wide exploration of how we can contribute to a sustainable tomorrow through communication, the arts, and the liberal arts.


Did you miss a session last week (November 20-22, 2024)?

The Library created a TIOS research guide that highlights resources from the sessions and beyond.


Be sure to check the research guide for updates in the coming days. Share your responses and reflections on sessions using the form below.

Keep Calm and Pet a Dog at Relaxapalooza!

Hey Emerson students! Take a well-deserved break and join us for Relaxapalooza on Friday, December 6th in the Iwasaki Library! This bi-annual de-stressing event is packed with everything you need to unwind during finals season:


🐾 Therapy dogs and cuddly small animals, like bunnies and guinea pigs, to help you relax!


💆 Free chair massages!


🧘‍♀️ Meditation and yoga sessions to find your calm!


😴 Free sleep kits and sensory-friendly wellness games from the Wellness Center!


🎨 Arts, crafts, and games for some creative fun!


☕ Delicious treats including a make your own hot cocoa bar, courtesy of Bon Appétit.


Swing by anytime between 10 AM and 4 PM to recharge and de-stress. See you there!

From Our Archivists to You

Open Mic Night at Emerson College, 1900s-Style!

Did you know that the Southwick Recitals originated back in 1900, when College Dean Henry Lawrence Southwick established an annual series of these events? These recitals typically centered on staged readings of prose, poetry, and dramatic monologues, while honoring the craft of Performance Studies. The performances were widely attended by both students and the general public, and received excellent reviews in the Boston press.


The Archives & Special Collections holds many collections with information about the Southwick Recitals, such as this online sampling of performances and programs!


If you would like to learn more about our broader holdings, you can reach out to us at archives@emerson.edu.

A hand pulling an envelope from a large collection of files.

Preserving History One Handout at a Time

Did you know the Library Archives is your go-to resource for Emerson's history- spanning from years ago to just last week? Whether you attended an event, read about an event in the Berkeley Beacon, or simply want to explore Emerson’s story, the Archives has you covered. We carefully preserve handouts, flyers, and materials from campus meetings and events as part of the College Archives.


For instance, you can revisit Nancy Lyon's handout from the November 12th Post-Election Panel and many other resources, all available in our collection for you to explore.


These records not only capture moments in time but also offer a deeper look into the vibrant life of our campus. Curious about a recent event or topic? Visit the Archives or browse our collection to see what was shared. It’s your chance to connect with Emerson’s past and present. Your college history is in good hands—preserve it with us!

National Native American Heritage Month

Image Credit: Portrait from photograph by Fred E. Miller taken on the Apsáalooke (Crow/Absaroke) Reservation in Montana circa 1898-1910. (Source: National Museum of the American Indian, February 2022)

The cover of the book, The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones

Join us as we observe National Native American Heritage Month. Our guide highlights items in our collection that feature the rich history, experiences, and voices of Native and Indigenous communities.


The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones, a Blackfeet Native American, is a horror story that won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize in 2020.


Theo Wolf ’22, Reserves Coordinator, writes “I’ve been a horror fan my entire life, but nothing has stuck with me the way The Only Good Indians has. Inspired by the author’s experience with the Blackfeet annual elk hunt, the novel follows the lives of four American Indian men and their families dealing with the consequences of breaking the traditional rules around hunting. It contains themes of gendered violence and environmental collapse–and it left me afraid to look out my windows at night for weeks after I finished reading."


To discover works by other Native authors, click the link at the button below.

Thanks for Reading!

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