News and notes from UND's Chester Fritz Library
Categories: Reader's Advisory, Resources
A popular nineteenth century phrase held that ‘the sun never sets on the British empire’. Two centuries of revolutions and decolonization movements worldwide has put paid to the phrase, leaving the UK one of the only countries in the world without an independence day. Celebrate the 4th of July by taking a minute to learn […]
Categories: In and Around CFL, Resources, Tips and Tricks
The days are getting longer, the sky is finally blue, and the temperature is (slowly) increasing. Summer is almost here. However, standing between the freedom of open roads and days spent at the lake is most students least favorite time of year: finals week. While many of UND’s students have already gone home to prepare […]
Categories: Reader's Advisory, Resources
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Celebrate with the library by enjoying some of our picks of books on Asian Americans. Non-Fiction and History Asian American History […]
Categories: Reader's Advisory, Resources
Chester Fritz Library has partnered with Grand Forks Public to bring you a list of great titles to check out this April for Autism Acceptance Month. As Grand Forks residents, many in the UND community qualify for Grand Forks Public library cards in addition to their Chester Fritz Library access. Pick up a Grand Forks […]
Women’s History Month is annually celebrated in March. It is an opportunity to recognize and highlight the contributions women have made to history and the present-day. Here are 12 books that highlight women’s achievements and look at gender studies in modern society. Non-Fiction and History The Radium Girls: the dark history of America’s shining […]