Kathryn Thompson

Juneteenth 2024

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Juneteenth in honor of our African-American students, faculty, and staff. Juneteenth is a federal holiday that celebrates the freedom of slaves in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865. During Juneteenth, check out the list of films, books, and web resources to learn more.

Films

These films are available to stream through the library in Kanopy.

Books

Check out these print and electronic resources available through the library.

Web Resources

For more information about Juneteenth, visit some of these websites.

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Pride Month 2024

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Pride Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community.  If you would like to celebrate locally, Macon Pride is in September while Atlanta Pride occurs in October. Lastly, during June, check out the list of films, books, and web resources. 

Films 

These films are available in Kanopy. Check out the Pride Month collection for more suggestions. 

Books 

Check out these fiction and non-fiction books. 

Web Resources 

Here’s a list of organizations that provide resources and information. 

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Memorial Day Hours 2024

The Mercer University Libraries will observe Memorial Day by altering our hours.

The Swilley and Tarver Libraries will be open on Sunday, May 26 from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM and all locations will be closed on Monday, May 27.

*24/7 areas at the Swilley and Tarver Libraries will be open and accessible with a Bear Card.

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Summer Semester Hours 2024

The Mercer University Libraries will begin our regular Summer Semester hours on Monday, May 20th.

Swilley Library (Atlanta)*Tarver Library (Macon)*Douglas CenterHenry Center
Monday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM8:00 AM - 7:00 PMCLOSED10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM8:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM8:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 7:00 PM8:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM10:00 AM - 3:00 PM10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 5:00 PMCLOSED10:00 AM - 3:00 PM10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday2:00 PM - 7:00 PM2:00 PM - 7:00 PMCLOSEDCLOSED

*24/7 spaces will be open and accessible via Bear Card. 

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National Nurses Week 2024

Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Nurses Week on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff. According to the American Nurses Association (ANA), National Nurses Week is “to recognize the contributions that nurses and nursing make to the community.” We are so grateful to provide library services to the College of Nursing. From May 6 through May 12, explore the recommended films, books, and web resources. Also, explore the nursing research guides for additional resources, such as databases, a list of journals, tutorials, and more!

Films

These films discuss nursing issues in the U.S. and internationally. Stream these documentaries in Kanopy.

Books

Browse these e-books that are available through the library catalog.

Web Resources

To learn more about nursing, visit these websites.

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Teacher Appreciation Week 2024

National Teacher Appreciation Week (TAW) is May 6 through May 10, and National Teacher Day is May 7. During TAW, the National Education Association commits to “joining together to listen to and stand with teachers and uniting to take action and demand our leaders provide the resources and respect educators deserve.” Mercer University Libraries is proud to celebrate teachers and all of their hard work, especially current and future teachers in the College of Education. Check out the list of films, books, and web resources about teachers and the education system. For more information about Teacher Appreciation Week, visit https://www.nea.org/TAW.

Films

Books

Web Resources

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AANHPI Month 2024

Mercer University Libraries celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of this diverse community. During May, check out the following films, books, and web resources.  

Films

These dramas and documentaries are a part of the Asian American and Pacific Islander film collection in Kanopy.

Books

Browse these fiction and poetry books.

Web Resources

To learn more about AANHPI Heritage Month and Asian culture, visit these websites.

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