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Student & Community Showcase at the Wangensteen
Explore the fourth annual "Student & Community Showcase" at the Wangensteen Historical Library of Biology...
Explore the fourth annual "Student & Community Showcase" at the Wangensteen Historical Library of Biology...
Join us on April 27 for an evening of learning about the myths of Jewish migration, as viewed through the life story of David Blumenfeld, whose papers are archived in the Upper Midwest Jewish Archives. Guests will enjoy presentations by two of Blumenfeld’s family members, Professor Deborah Hertz and Frederick Hertz, with introductory remarks by Robert Hertz. Blumenfeld’s original manuscripts and his self-published books will be on display.
Every student experiences stress, and it’s important to find your strategies for taking care of yourself. In this workshop, we will use virtual reality to take us through guided meditation exercises.
Join us on April 29 for a special book talk and exhibit focused on the life and work of modernist architect Elizabeth Scheu Close. Author Jane King Hession will discuss her recent book — relaunching now in its paperback edition — “Elizabeth Scheu Close: A Life in Modern Architecture.” Guests will enjoy a reception with light refreshments, and an exclusive opportunity to view photos, architectural illustrations, and other documents about Elizabeth Scheu Close.
Get ready for finals and the end of semester! Bring your homework and get stuff done with structured work time and study breaks. Join us at Wilson Library (west bank) for the Long Night Against Procrastination on Wednesday, April 29, 6:30-9:30 p.m. We will have structured work time, fun study breaks with snacks and activities, music and more. Don’t miss the pizza!
M Food Co will be providing coffee and treats to get things started.
Drop by anytime during the event. No registration necessary. All are welcome. Bring your friends and get stuff done!
Join us at Wilson Library (west bank) for PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) from UMN Boynton Health. Drop in at any time to meet registered therapy animal teams—including dogs, bunnies, cats, chickens, and other therapy animals. Sessions are FREE and open to the University of Minnesota community. All are welcome!
Meet with fellow learners on Zoom and learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files and more. Zotero can then be used to create citations in a large number of citation styles which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. We will send a zoom link to students who are registered the day before the workshop.
Need a relaxing study break? In collaboration with RecWell, Wilson Library on west bank is hosting mat pilates on Thursday’s from 1:45-2:15 on the first floor of Wilson Library. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of exercise. All fitness levels are welcome.
Join us for the 2025-2026 season of First Fridays as we explore the things you can see, hear, touch, taste or smell in Archives and Special Collections. The May program features presentations from the Upper Midwest Jewish Archives and the Upper Midwest Literary Archives.
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