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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15)

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Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15, honoring the contributions of Hispanics and Latinos from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central, and South America. The month starts on September 15 to align with the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, with additional celebrations for Mexico, Chile, and Belize throughout the month. October 12 is also marked as Día de la Raza or Indigenous Peoples Day. This year’s theme, “ Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together ,” reflects the Hispanic experience in the spirit of innovation, resilience, and unity. The University Libraries celebrates this month with a curated selection of resources for you to explore. 🌍 Explore Our Collections : Below are highlighted books and films from classic literature to contemporary works and discover stories that celebrate diverse voices and experiences. Latina Histories and Cultures: Feminist Readings and Recoveries of Archival Kn

Welcome to the New Fall Semester!

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Welcome, new students, faculty, and staff! And a warm welcome back to everyone for the Fall 2024 semester. Our libraries are here to support you every step of the way, whether you're on the Main Campus, Wausau, or Marshfield. Whether you need research assistance, leisure reading, study spaces, or archival materials, we’ve got everything you need to succeed. What We Offer: Research Guides :  Start your research projects or papers with tailored course and subject guides. Databases : Access scholarly and popular articles from anywhere. Streaming Videos : From blockbuster hits to insightful documentaries. Circulation Desk: Pick up materials, browse periodicals, or grab a board game. Research Consultations : Stuck on a project or paper? Our librarians are here to help. Courses : Enhance your skills with our info literacy and critical thinking credit-bearing courses. For Faculty: Instruction Sessions : Book a library session with our librarians. Course Reserves : Ensure students