Thanks to the Johns Hopkins Office of Sustainability, we’re now offering a new pen recycling program in the M-level copy room. Bring any unwanted pens, pencils (wood or mechanical), highlighters, […]
What’s new in Museum Studies? For one thing: the Research Guide!
There are so many people at Hopkins interested in Museum Studies that we are constantly thinking of new ways to meet research needs for Hopkins’ museums staff and faculty and […]
Charles Dickens at 200
If you studied Charles Dickens in school, it wouldn’t be surprising if you got an unpleasant feeling whenever his name comes up. But it could be time for you to give […]
Celebrate National African American History Month!
February is the National African American History Month during which we celebrate the contributions of African Americans to American history. Throughout this month, various events such as exhibits, talks, cultural […]
Reads to Savor: Nurses & Doctors!
You’ve already seen our previous “Reads to Savor” posts about Actors and about Science Fiction. Another group of materials that might not spring to mind involves the heroic lives of medical […]
Documenting American Culture: Historical Black Newspapers!
Are you studying the Harlem Renaissance? Or, are you writing a paper on the Civil Rights Movement? Or, on any aspect of our country’s history, for that matter! Check out the […]
Reads to Savor: Sci Fi!
As all you dedicated library blog readers know, we love SciFi (just take a look at the related posts listed below). If you share this passion, here are some tips to find […]
Reads to Savor: Actors’ Bios!
At this time of year, many of us are looking forward to reading more relaxing things than what we’ve been reading all semester. Time to read for fun! But, how to find […]
The Library’s Top-Circulated Material in 2011
In the spirit of the year-in-review post, we decided to spill your secrets. Behold: the top checked-out books and DVDs from the McNaughton Collection over the previous year. Surprised by any […]
Pravda Digital Archive (1912-2009)
Are you writing a paper on the history of the Soviet era? The Pravda Digital Archive database provides access to important primary source material from the beginning of the Russian Revolution through […]