Did you know that you can text a call number to your cell phone so you can go and find the item in the library stacks? Simply use Smart Search (smartsearch.uiowa.edu) to find your item. Then click the title to view the full details of the record. On the right in the “Keeping this item”Continue reading “Did You Know? TXT Call Numbers to Your Cell”
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Film Screenings for Asian Pacific Heritage Month
The Asian American Coalition is screening “Finishing the Game” and “Tie a Yellow Ribbon” this weekend to celebrate the Asian Pacific Heritage Month. Free Movie Screening at 101 Becker Communication Studies Building (BCSB) “Finishing the Game” Director Justin Lin, 84 minutes Friday, April 24 at 7:30 PM Bruce Lee’s shocking death left legions of stunnedContinue reading “Film Screenings for Asian Pacific Heritage Month”
When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 22
Join us for the fourth evening in a six-part series of When the World Spoke Arabic: The Golden Age of Arab Civilization. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 7PM, ICPL, Meeting Rm. A “The Secrets of the Human Body: Islam’s Contributions to Medicine” (27 min.) This program investigates the practice of medicine during the Abbasid Caliphate, offering profilesContinue reading “When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 22”
Portrayal of Asian American Men in Mainstream Media – Apr 16
In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the Asian American Coalition & UI Cultural Centers presents Dr. William Ming Liu on “Asian American Masculinity: The Portrayal of Asian American Men in Mainstream Media.” Date: Thursday | April 16th, 2009 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: Asian Pacific American Cultural Center 223 Lucon Drive 319-335-2719 Dr.Continue reading “Portrayal of Asian American Men in Mainstream Media – Apr 16”
When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 15
Join us for the third evening in the six-part series When the World Spoke Arabic: The Golden Age of Arab Civilization. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 7PM, ICPL, Meeting Rm. A “The Muslim Town: Urban Life under the Caliphate” (27 min.) Although the first towns the Arabs founded during the expansion of Arabia were only vast campsites,Continue reading “When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 15”
When the World Spoke Arabic Opening – Apr 7
Join the exhibit organizers for the Opening Reception of the newest Main Library exhibit “When the World Spoke Arabic: The Golden Age of Arab Civilization.” Tuesday, April 7 at 4 p.m. North Exhibition Hall There will be Middle Eastern food by Ali Baba Restaurant; Middle Eastern music played on the qanun (or kanun) will beContinue reading “When the World Spoke Arabic Opening – Apr 7”
Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Though the U.S. Census Bureau notes that only a little more than 1.6% of the population in Iowa claim Asian, Pacific Islander heritage, interest and support of Asian and Pacific Studies is well alive at the University of Iowa. When the Center for Asian and Pacific Studies was founded at Iowa in 1986, substantial support wasContinue reading “Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month”
When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 8
Join us for the second night of the six part film series When the World Spoke Arabic: The Golden Age of Arab Civilization. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 7PM, ICPL, Meeting Rm. A “The Andalusian Epic: Islamic Spain” (27 min.) This program addresses the expansion of the Arab empire into Spain, where Muslims ruled with tolerance forContinue reading “When the World Spoke Arabic Film Series – Apr 8”
One Hour of Astronomy – Apr 3
As part of the International Year of Astronomy, participants from around the world are hosting astronomy-related events in celebration of 100 Hours of Astronomy, April 3-5. The University Libraries is joining in by providing a look at some of our history of astronomy materials. See rare books by Galileo and Brahe, celestial atlases and starContinue reading “One Hour of Astronomy – Apr 3”
Archival Materials Workshop
Photos, personal papers, oral histories, manuscripts, military records, original legal documents, maps and artifacts that chronicle lives, historical events and social movements are the kinds of material that make up archival collections. These resources are not only preserved for the historical record, but are collected for discovery and use. Technology has significantly increased the accessibilityContinue reading “Archival Materials Workshop”