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Chava Rosenfarb’s The Tree of Life: A public lecture by Dr. Goldie Morgentaler
Dr. Goldie Morgentaler will be at McMaster on June 9 to speak about her mother, writer Chava Rosenfarb’s three- volume novel, The Tree of Life based on her experiences as a prisoner in the Lodz ghetto.
Celebrating the “incomparable” Valerie Tryon
World-renowned concert pianist, Valerie Tryon recently performed in Convocation Hall at an event celebrating the donation of her personal archives to McMaster University Library.
Winning art to "enrich" library experience for students
Two art competitions recently hosted by the McMaster University Library provide an opportunity for students to apply what they’ve learned and for the winners to have their work displayed in Mills and Innis libraries.
Breathing new life into a medieval gem
It took more than eight months, but thanks to modern restoration techniques and skilful artistry, McMaster’s Book of Hours now looks as it did when it was first created 545 years ago.
Memorial Service for former University Librarian, Graham R. Hill
A memorial service for former University Librarian Graham R. Hill will be held tonight at 7:00 pm in the Great Hall of the University Club. Hill, who was the University Librarian from 1979 until his retirement in 2005, passed away on April 13. He also served as president of the University Club for many years.
Hill received a B.A. from the University of Newcastle-on-Tyne in 1968, an M.A. from the University of Lancaster in 1969, and an M.L.S. from the University of Western Ontario in 1970. He came to McMaster in January 1971.
Unique items from McMaster's archives explore perspectives on peace
The current exhibit in the William Ready Division of Archives and Research Collections is shining a light on the work of renowned peace activists, part of the university-wide Perspectives on Peace initiative.
Help shape the Library’s new website
Have comments or suggestions to improve the Library’s website? McMaster University Library is redesigning its website and invites students, faculty and staff to complete a short survey to provide feedback on your use of the site.
Late Night Studying during exams
This year you will once again have lots of options when it comes to late night studying during exams.
Shining a light on Hamilton’s aspiring writers
Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer-in-Residence Kim Echlin and seven local aspiring authors gave readings of their work at a recent event co-hosted by McMaster University Library.
What could the Library look like in 10 years?
Floor plans from the recent Master Library Space Plan exercise are now on display in the lobbies of Mills and Thode libraries. McMaster faculty, staff and students are invited to view the plans and provide feedback.
McMaster Library News: Winter 2016
Breathing new life into a medieval gem, celebrating the treasures in McMaster’s maps collection, marking a key milestone in the Lyon’s New Media Centre. Find these stories and more in the latest issue of the McMaster Library News.
Words and Music: Readings from a Residency
McMaster University Library, the Department of English and Cultural Studies and the Hamilton Public Library invite you to Words and Music, a special event featuring readings by Kim Echlin, the Mabel Pugh Taylor Writer-in-Residence for 2015-16.