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Stories From the Archives: Valentine's Day Edition - February 8, 2023

Wednesday, February 8, 1:00pm @ Zoom

Link: htpps://uwf.zoom.us/j/86782122351?pwd=WGZrQ3dtcyt1V3JRWDh6T0QzRUd2UT09
Meeting ID: 867 8212 2351
Passcode: 166219


Roses are red, violets are blue, if you miss Stories from the Archives, boo hoo hoo.
The February Stories from the Archives will feature ornate and historical valentines from our collections. Have a heart and attend!

 

 

 

*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

Love Every Body - February 9, 2023

Thursday, February 9, 11:30am - 1:00pm  @ the Commons 

In support of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, the Libraries are partnering with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and other campus departments to host "Love Every Body," an event that focuses on positive self-image and self-care. Drop by the library table for popular reading and DVDs, coloring books, and essential oils. 

P.S. Therapy dogs and massages are slated to appear!

Black History Month Book Club - February 2023

Black History Month Book Club (every Tuesday in February) 

4:30pm - 5:30pm @  the Great Good Place, John C. Pace Library, 2nd floor

Tuesdays: February 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th

Join the UWF Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs and the UWF Libraries for the Black History Month Book Club*. We will read This Is My America by African American writer Kim Johnson, and dive into a fictional story told through the lens of the African American experience. 

Pick up your free copy** at the Library Information Desk (first-come, first-served). The book is also available on all of our Kindles, which are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk. 

Stop by a book club session to receive a punch card. Get all holes punched from attending and enter the raffle for a FREE book written by any African American of your choice!

Please see our BHM Book Club research guide for additional information. 

     *The book club is open to students, faculty, staff, and the UWF community
     **If you claim a free book, you must participate in the book club

Let's Talk: Open Access (OA) Publishing - March 2, 2023

Thursday, March 2, 2:00pm @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/82070178124

Join us for Let's Talk, a new scholarly support discussion series from the University Libraries. Choose from 5 half hour sessions on topics such as open access publishing, managing your researcher profile, and Zotero, citation management web based software.

Interested in publishing open access articles, but want to learn more? Did you know that there are 5 major types of OA articles? Not sure how to source the right publication for your research? Join for this brief presentation and learn how to step into the world of open access publishing.

For more information, see our Scholarly Communication guide: https://libguides.uwf.edu/ScholarlyCommunication

View recording: https://youtu.be/eXeH3vSdZ98

Library Book Sale - March 7, 2023

Tuesday, March 7, 8:00am - 2:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor


Join us for the UWF Libraries spring book sale!
Take advantage of the upcoming Spring Break to grab some great deals on "gently used" books!


    ***CASH or CHECK Only***

Let’s Talk: Publishing Tools - March 8, 2023

Wednesday, March 8, 1:00pm @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/87543691241

Join us for Let's Talk, a new scholarly support discussion series from the University Libraries. Choose from 5 half-hour sessions on topics such as open access publishing, managing your researcher profile, and Zotero, citation management web based software.

The research is done and it’s time to publish, but what are the options? Come and join us for this brief session as we focus on a variety of tools that explore finding the right journal for you. We will look at Sherpa/Romeo, Web of Science Master Journal List & Match Manuscript, Directory of Open Access Journals, Sage Path and more.

For more information, see our Scholarly Communication guide: https://libguides.uwf.edu/ScholarlyCommunication

View recording: https://youtu.be/gyGZT5s7R2c

Stories From the Archives: Let's Go to the Movies - March 22, 2022

Let's Go To The Movies - A Year in the Life of the Saenger Theatre, 1930

Wednesday, March 22, 1:00pm @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/82777017741 
          * Passcode: 829447

 

Join our UWF Archivist Dean DeBolt (virtually!) as he tells the story of our beloved Saenger Theatre through newspaper ads and photographs.

 

 


*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

View recording: https://youtu.be/qAUM9UKN2WU

Women's History Month Lecture - March 28, 2023

Tuesday, March 28, 4:30pm @ Multipurpose Room (215), John C. Pace Library, 2nd floor


Join us for a lecture on Dorothy Kenyon and Pauli Murray: Their Quest for Sex Equality in Jury Service.

Presented by Dr. Jennifer Brinkley, UWF Assistant Professor of Legal Studies 

Let’s Talk: Argo Scholar Commons - March 30, 2023

Thursday, March 30, 11:00am @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/86055744020

Join us for Let's Talk, a new scholarly support discussion series from the University Libraries. Choose from 5 half-hour sessions on topics such as open access publishing, managing your researcher profile, and Zotero, citation management web based software.

Join us to learn more about the Argo Scholar Commons where researcher profiles and our digital repository allow you to showcase your work and build your online presence.

For more information, see our Scholarly Communication guide: https://libguides.uwf.edu/ScholarlyCommunication

View recording: https://youtu.be/5OAYQaqsseU

Stories From the Archives: Pensacola Tourists - April 12, 2023

Pensacola Tourists: Infamous & Famous Visitors

Wednesday, April 12, 1:00pm @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/84007071771

Passcode: 120534

 

Join UWF Archivist Dean DeBolt as he gives us a glimpse of the stories of the famous and infamous people that have visited and lived briefly in Pensacola.

 

 


*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

View recording: https://youtu.be/FGAvVB6FE8Q

Let’s Talk: Managing Your Researcher Profile - April 13, 2023

Thursday, April 13, 11:00am @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/87035186578

Join us for Let's Talk, a new scholarly support discussion series from the University Libraries. Choose from 5 half-hour sessions on topics such as open access publishing, managing your researcher profile, and Zotero, citation management web based software.

Where do you start first? There are several places where you can build and manage your online research presence. You can start with the libraries Argo Scholar Commons and then claim yourself in Web of Science, in Google Scholar, and other sites like Researchgate. Join us and get a sense of where you belong.

For more information, see our Scholarly Communication guide: https://libguides.uwf.edu/ScholarlyCommunication

Poppin' Research with PSL - April 18, 2023

Tuesday, April 18, 12:30 - 2:00pm @ Professional Studies Library (Bldg. 86/Room 105)

 

Join the Professional Studies Library for free popcorn and research help! PSL can help you during Finals Week and also provides services for laminating, printing, group study, and creative poster projects. Check out what PSL has to offer and enjoy a snack while you tackle exam week!

How to Be a Mental Health Ally for Students of Color - April 19, 2023

Wednesday, April 19, 11:00am - 1:30pm @ Great Good Place (John C. Pace Library, 2nd floor)

Join UWF Counseling and Psychological Services and UWF alumni, bestselling author, and Speaks2Inspire founder Abraham Sculley for a workshop on how to be a mental health ally for students of color.

- Faculty & Staff workshop: 11 a.m. to noon
- Student workshop: 12:30 to 1:30

 

Light refreshments and lunch will be served.

Seating is limited. Please register using this link: forms.gle/rMhi1pJf1U9zKvsK7

Paws & Play! - April 25, 2023

Tuesday, April 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor

 

   Take a study break to cuddle with therapy dogs, get massages
   courtesy of Fortis Institute and check out some cool sea animals
   from Destin/Ft. Walton Beach.
 

 

 

* Brought to you by UWF Libraries, Counseling & Psychological Services, and Caring Canines

Let’s Talk: Zotero Citation Management Software - April 26, 2023

Wednesday, April  26, 1:00pm @ Zoom: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/85366425498

Join us for Let's Talk, a new scholarly support discussion series from the University Libraries. Choose from 5 half-hour sessions on topics such as open access publishing, managing your researcher profile, and Zotero, citation management web based software.

Need to organize your citations and articles? Looking for a free tool that is both web based and has desktop capabilities? Join us to learn more about Zotero, a free citation management resource.

For more information, see our Scholarly Communication guide: https://libguides.uwf.edu/ScholarlyCommunication

National Library Week Scavenger Hunt - April 24-28, 2023

National Library Week Scavenger Hunt - April 24-28

Pick up a copy of your "TO DO" list at the Info Desk. 

Complete 5 things on the list and enter for a chance to win a Stanley Cup (the fancy tumbler, not the hockey trophy) and other goodies.

Ask a library staff member to initial or stamp completed tasks that don't require a written answer.

Turn in completed list to the Info Desk by April 28th at 6:00pm.

Welcome Week - August 21-22, 2023

Monday & Tuesday, August 21-22, 9:00am - 12:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor

Join Pace Library for free snacks, a chance to win a 'goodie bag,' and to meet your friendly library staff. Stop by the 1st floor lobby to learn more about what the library can offer you as a UWF student, faculty, or staff member!

image of the word welcome

Poppin' Research with PSL - September 7, 2023

Thursday, September 7th, 11:00am - 1:00pm @ Professional Studies Library (Bldg. 86/Room 105)

 

Join the Professional Studies Library for free popcorn and research help! PSL also provides services for laminating, printing, group study, and creative poster projects. Check out what PSL has to offer and enjoy the buttery popcorn goodness.

 

OER Workshop: From Idea to Impact - September 12, 2023

Tuesday, September 12th, 12:00pm - 1:00pm @ John C. Pace Library classroom (Room 123)

 

Please join UWF professors Andi Nelson and Katherine Greene as they discuss their journey in crafting Open Education resources via Pressbooks, a WordPress-based online platform for self-publishing books in multiple formats.

Stories From the Archives: Pensacola's First Space Traveler - September 20, 2023

Wednesday, September 20th, 12:00pm @ Zoom

Link: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/85197675119?pwd=YnhHUjQ0YWR0WThBUXhWaFZnTzNRQT09

Meeting ID: 851 9767 5119

Passcode: 153832

 

Join UWF Archivist Dean DeBolt as he tells the story of Pensacola’s first and smallest and fuzziest space traveler. Don’t monkey around and miss it!

*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

Pop-Up Library - September 26, 2023

Tuesday, September 26th, 11:30am - 1:00pm @ Commons Great Hall 

 

Please join us for our pop-up library event in the Commons Great Hall. Enjoy some free popcorn and enter for a chance to win a snack-filled study carrel! 

Fall Book Sale - October 3, 2023

Tuesday, October 3rd, 8:00am - 2:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor


Join us for the UWF Libraries fall book sale. Great deals on "gently used" books!


    ***CASH or CHECK Only***

The Argo Scholar Commons - October 24, 2023

Tuesday, October 24, 10:00am - 11:00am @ John C. Pace Library classroom (Room 123)

The Argo Scholar Commons is a digital repository that collects, records, and shares the talent and creativity of the University of West Florida. Join us to learn more how you can use it to increase the visibility of your research and/or scholarship, comply with open access initiatives, utilize a secure and sustainable platform to preserve your work, create a CV, track your research impact, and manage your intellectual property, and connect with other researchers and collaborators. We will also show you how to create a profile and upload your work to the repository. RSVP.

* part of UWF Research Week 2023: https://uwf.edu/academic-affairs/departments/research-administration-engagement/uwf-research-week/

Stranger Tales From the Archives: Spooktacular Stories - October 25, 2023

Wednesday, October 25th, 12:00pm @ Zoom

Link: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/85441199698?pwd=NGFQTlo0aVVLWDZQYTY3a3l1dTM0QT09

Meeting ID: 854 4119 9698

Passcode: 982779

 

Join our UWF Archivist for a spooktacular 'Stranger Tales from the Archives.' Hear the stories behind a famous Addams' Family star who was a Pensacola local to the bone-tingling West Florida ghost tales guaranteed to keep you up at night. We'll be sure to keep the lights on for you!

 


*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

Zombie Apocalypse - October 30, 2023

Monday, October 30th, 6:00pm @ JCPL Multipurpose Room (room 215) 

 

Join us for the UWF Libraries Zombie Apocalypse Survival Challenge. Teams of 5-10 plan to save humanity.

Prize: 3D printed trophy from our Skylab

 

Register your team here: https://forms.gle/4pqzqnGqhwQmUFSD9

309 Punk Project: Art and Punk in Pensacola - November 7, 2023

Tuesday, November 7th, 4:30pm @ JCPL Multipurpose Room (room 215) 

 

Please join UWF English Professor Scott Satterwhite as he shares the local story behind art and punk in Pensacola. Don't miss this lively discussion about the only artist run nonprofit organization in the South committed solely to archiving the creative efforts of the punk/DIY culture of our region.

Paws & Play! - November 14, 2023

Tuesday, November 14th, 11:00am - 1:00pm @ John C. Pace Library, 1st floor

 

   Take a study break to cuddle with therapy dogs and check out some cool sea animals
   from Destin/Ft. Walton Beach.

 

 

* Brought to you by UWF Libraries, Counseling & Psychological Services, and Caring Canines

Stories From the Archives: Pensacola's Native Americans - November 15, 2023

Wednesday, November 15th, 12:00pm @ Zoom

Link: https://uwf.zoom.us/j/85929956976?pwd=d1p6R1pCQXlhaDJsc0gvcENmenV0QT09

Meeting ID: 859 2995 6976

Passcode: 538804

 

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, please join UWF Archivist Dean DeBolt for a unique glimpse into the earliest known paintings and illustrations of Pensacola's Native American people through the George Washington Sully Collection. 

 


*Stories From the Archives presentations usually run about 30 minutes.

Argo Scholar Commons (ASC) Office Hours - November 17, 2023

Friday, November 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm @ Zoom

Zoom linkhttps://uwf.zoom.us/my/cgruwell

Take the first step and get one-on-one help with starting your Argo Scholar Commons faculty profile! We are here to help - join us during our ASC Online Office Hours and let us guide you through the process

Or arrange a one-on-one…email Cindy Gruwell at: cgruwell@uwf.edu  

Finals Week - December 4-6, 2023

Monday, December 4th

  • 3:00pm - 6:00pm: Candy Canes & Water Bottles from the SGA Freshman Committee (front outside patio)
  • 5:00pm - 6:00pm: Random Acts of Snacks (throughout the library)
  • 7:00pm - 9:00pm: SGA Exam Jam - Krispy Kreme Coffee & Donuts (Library 1st floor)

Tuesday, December 5th

  • 5:30pm - 7:30pm: SGA Exam Jam - snack table (Library 1st floor)

Wednesday, December 6th

  • 6:00pm - 7:00pm: SGA Exam Jam - pizza celebration (Library 1st floor)