National Library Week (April 19-25) was established in 1958 by the American Library Association to encourage reading and highlight the vital role libraries play in everyday life. Since then, it has become an annual celebration of access to information and intellectual freedom. It is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries connect people with Read More
Posts with the tag: streaming video
From Stacks to Screens: Films that Highlight National Library Week
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Erin Go Bragh! Irish Films and Documentaries in Kanopy to Charm your St. Patrick’s Day Plans
March 17th marks St. Patrick’s Day, a religious holiday and a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and history. While you are preparing a traditional dish or gearing up for your local St. Patrick’s Day parade, why not check out some Irish movies and documentaries in Kanopy? The library has some great Emerald Isle content to Read More
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Women Who Changed the Conversation: Streaming films for Women’s History Month
Women’s history is often told through famous milestones and well-known names, but it is equally a story of ideas, action, and cultural change. The films in this month’s spotlight explore the many ways women have shaped the world around them—through scientific discovery, philosophical thought, political protest, journalism, artistic expression, and collective action. From environmental pioneer Read More
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A Trip to the Moon: Documentaries on Lunar Exploration
Humanity is heading back to the Moon with NASA’s Artemis missions, so let’s take this opportunity to look back at how we’ve studied and adventured to the Moon in the past. Apollo and Artemis are twins in Greek mythology, so the name Artemis was chosen because these missions are building on the original knowledge that Read More
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Films That Tell the Story: Celebrating Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to honor the histories, achievements, and lived experiences of Black individuals and communities. It is important to acknowledge that these stories have been sometimes silenced, and this time of reflection gives us space to engage with the past and present, and recognize Black history as an essential part of Read More
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Monsters and Horror: Spooky Films for your Streaming Pleasure!
With the warm weather of summer behind us and daylight growing short, Halloween is here once again! If you don’t have the energy for another ghost walk around the block, a couple scary movies might get you in the Halloween spirit! Look no further than Kanopy, one of the Mullen Library’s digital resources! From classic Read More
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Swank Digital Campus
Do you enjoy streaming and watching movies? We are happy to announce a new streaming service Swank Digital Campus! This streaming library includes 1,000 top feature films, documentaries and foreign films from the largest movie studios, including Walt Disney, Warner Bros., Paramount, NBCUniversal, Columbia Pictures, Lions Gate, MGM, Miramax and many more. Feature films include Read More
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SAGE Video Collection: Trial through July 8, 2021
The University Libraries offers a trial of a rich and diverse collection of videos across the social, behavioral, and health sciences. The SAGE Video Collection is designed to support instruction, learning, and research in colleges and universities. The subject areas represented in this trial include business & management; counseling & psychotherapy; criminology & criminal justice; Read More
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