Category Archives: Feature

Honoring our Student Workers

Our graduating studentsTo show our appreciation, the Lamson Learning Commons is honoring our graduating student workers by asking them to select a book, DVD, CD, or other item the library will purchase and donate in their name. A gift plate is placed in the item with their name. The items are on display on the [...]

Career Books & Ebooks

From graduate to applicant Right now, on the main floor of Lamson is a book display on career development. Also take a look at these career-oriented ebooks. They cover everything from making a great resumé to picking the right field. Whether you’re getting ready to walk or still choosing a major, we’ve got information for [...]

miniARTures

Lamson Library is pleased to welcome the exhibit miniARTures by PSU professor Henrieke Strecker.  The exhibit will be on view on the exhibit wall near the Information Desk from April 7 – June 5, 2013.

Women’s History Month

Math Prof. Geneva Smith In 2013, the theme for Women’s History Month is the sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics.  Spinelli Archives presents an exhibit on Plymouth’s own “Miss Mathematics”, Geneva Smith.  Unusual in her day, she taught mathematics here from 1924-1966. Also, see the book display celebrating the life and work of Rachel Carson, pioneering [...]

Mapping Africa: Myths and Realities

Mapping Africa: Myths and Realities, on display in Lamson Library and Learning Commons from February 1 – March 31, features fourteen antique maps from the collection of Dr. Richard A. Lobban, Jr.  The maps, covering the period from 1535 to 1897, illustrate European consciousness of Africa, ranging from accuracy to fantasy.

Interlibrary Loan Improved!

Interlibrary loan (ILLiad) is now integrated with your myPlymouth login! That means you can request books/articles without having to maintain a separate username and password. We are very excited to achieve this milestone. Please let me know if you have any problems or questions. Really. Anything at all! Interlibrary loan (ILLiad)

Having trouble with ILLiad?

Some people have received an error message since we transitioned ILLiad to single sign-on with myPlymouth.  The message states they have been “disavowed.” If you see this message, the solution is to clear your browser cookies.  Below you’ll find instructions on removing cookies in the most common browsers.  (Note: it is easiest to clear all [...]

Lamson closed at noon today (1-2)

Due to unscheduled building maintenance, Lamson will be closed at noon today.

Looking for a Newspaper?

America’s News This is a new trial database.  What do you think! With unmatched U.S. news content from local, regional, and national sources, this resource is the largest of its kind. Its diverse source types include printed and online newspapers, blogs, journals, newswires, broadcast transcripts and videos.

Stay alert!

Hurricane Sandy: PSU News (and PSU home) for University updates ReadyNH: state’s emergency preparedness  portal Nat’l Weather Service: NH watches, warnings, and advisories

Online Reference Books

We have hundreds of reference books available online! Find credible info on your topic at the Gale Virtual Reference Library:

Hispanic Heritage Month

A number of campus events will be held for Hispanic Heritage Month. The Library will display books and posters on the Main Level.

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Homecoming and Family Weekend

Homecoming has a long tradition at PSU. Check out the list of events happening this weekend Sept 28-30th. Yearbooks will be available for browsing on the Main Level of the Library.

Constitution Day 2012

Is the Constitution a living document whose meaning changes with the times, or is it a document that ought to be interpreted within the original intent and meaning of its writers? On Monday September 24, at 7:30 pm in Boyd 144, a panel discussion will focus on the theme of how citizens interpret the meaning [...]