LMU Speaks
A university library created a winning storytelling program from the ground up — and so can you.
Talking Truth: Finding Your Voice Around the Climate Crisis
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A UMass Amherst library is addressing heavy topics with workshops that encourage discussion and mindfulness.
DIY Mini Zen Garden Workshop
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Students create mini zen gardens for mindfulness and relaxation to help de-stress during midterms and finals week.
Finals Fairy
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A mysterious entity travels around campus libraries and brings little bits of chaos to entertain and support students during exams.
Drag Storytime in an Academic Library
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This drag storytime in an academic library is a reading and performance extravaganza that celebrates creativity, joy and being yourself.
Dramatic Comics Reading
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Work with comic creators to present a portion ​of their work to a live audience - sound effects, character voices and other creative mayhem is encouraged!
Take a Paws
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This academic library planned a therapy dog session for staff to gather, relax and enjoy the company of furry friends.
Analog Library Display
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This exhibit featured library and office equipment from the pre-web era. Visitors were invited to take a short multiple-choice quiz to guess the use of each item for a chance to win a goodie bag.
Collaborative Library Program Success Stories
Partnering with civic groups, and artists are just a few ways to create lasting community connections.
Academic Libraries and Exhibitions
Academic librarians share how they engage the campus with the Americans and the Holocaust exhibit.