National Native American Heritage Month 2022

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Native American Heritage Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of this resilient and diverse community. During November, check out the following films, books, and web resources.  

Films

These dramas and documentaries spotlight the lives and stories in the Native American community. They are available through the Mercer Libraries in Kanopy. 

  • Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World
  • More than a Word: Native American-based Sports Mascots
  • We Shall Remain: A History of Native Americans
  • Te Ata
  • Once Upon a River
  • Eating Alaska
  • Who Will Bury the Dead? The Death of Christianity in Lakota Country
  • Alone on the Island of the Blue Dolphins
  • Throat Song
  • Kind Hearted Woman
  • Badger Creek: A Year in the Life of a Blackfeet Family

Books

Browse a few of these fiction and non-fiction books available through the libraries.

Web Resources

Here is a list of organizations celebrating National Native American Heritage Month with events, exhibits, and more.

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University Libraries Welcomes Alumni

Stop by the Jack Tarver Library to view old yearbooks!

We will be out on the porch with treats and issues of The Cauldron from decades past.

Alumni, find yourself and your friends, and relive your memories! Students, find embarrassing pictures of your parents!

The yearbooks will be available for viewing on the library’s front porch from 12pm-4pm on Friday, November 11.

All are welcome!

For more events, check out the complete Homecoming Schedule: https://homecoming.mercer.edu/schedule/

 

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In-Person Spring Break Hours 2022

The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours for Fall Break from  October 19 through October 22 for Swilley & Tarver Library.

Swilley Library (Atlanta)*
Tarver Library (Macon)*
Wednesday, October 198:00 AM - 7:00 PM
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, October 208:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, October 218:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 22ClosedClosed

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

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National Hispanic Heritage Month

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month on behalf of our students, faculty, and staff who are a part of this vibrant and essential community. From September 15 through October 15, check out the films, books, and web resources below.  

Films

These dramas and documentaries spotlight the lives and stories in the Hispanic community and are available through the Mercer Libraries in Kanopy. Check out their Hispanic Heritage Month collection for more suggestions.

  • Latinos Beyond the Reel: Challenging a Media Stereotype
  • The U Turn
  • 25 Texans in the Land of Lincoln: College Students Honor Abraham Lincoln’s Support of Mexico
  • Stolen Education: The Legacy of Hispanic Racism in Schools
  • Foreigners in Their Own Land
  • Pedro E. Guerrero: A Photographer’s Journey
  • Entre Nos
  • Willie Velasquez
  • East Side Sushi
  • Tortilla Soup
  • Lila & Eve
  • The Squad

Books

Browse a few of these fiction and non-fiction books available through the libraries.

Web Resources

Here is a list of organizations that are celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with events, exhibits, and more.

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banned books week september 18 to september 24

Banned Books Week 2022

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Banned Books Week from September 18 through September 24. Check out the list of banned books and the displays at the Mercer libraries. For banned books lists and events, visit the American Library Association (ALA). 

Some reasons given for banning a book:

  • Sex
  • Drugs/alcohol
  • Witchcraft
  • Profanity
  • Homosexuality
  • Violence
  • Suicide
  • Rape
  • Racial Content

List of Banned Books at Mercer University Libraries

banned books week september 18 to september 24

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constitution day september 17

Constitution Day 2022

The Mercer University Libraries celebrates Constitution and Citizenship Day, which occurs September 17. This week, visit the United States Court and the National Archives for more information and upcoming events. You can even interact with the Constitution! Check out the display tables at all of our libraries. Also, see the film spotlight and a list of books to read.

Film Spotlight: Created Equal: Constitution USA with Peter Sagal

Created Equal: Constitution USA with Peter Sagal is part of a documentary series that covers the history of the Constitution and examines how it fits in our society today. It’s available through the Mercer Libraries in Films on Demand. 

Books

Check out these e-books available through the library.

constitution day september 17

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in-person labor day weekend hours, september 4-5

In-Person Labor Day Weekend Hours 2022

The Mercer University Libraries will alter our in-person hours for Labor Day from September 4 and 5 for Swilley & Tarver Library as well as the Academic Centers.

in-person labor day weekend hours, september 4-5
Swilley Library (Atlanta)*
Tarver Library (Macon)*
Douglas Academic CenterHenry Academic Center
Sunday, September 42:00 PM - 6:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
ClosedClosed
Monday, September 5ClosedClosedClosedClosed

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

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In-Person hours for fall 2022 beginning august 23

In-Person Hours for Fall 2022​

The Mercer University Libraries will begin our regular Fall hours beginning Tuesday, August 23.

In-Person hours for fall 2022 beginning august 23
Swilley Library (Atlanta)*
Tarver Library (Macon)*
Douglas CenterHenry Center
Sunday2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
ClosedClosed
Monday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM8:00 AM - 10:00 PMClosed10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM8:00 AM - 10:00 PM10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM8:00 AM - 10:00 PM10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM - 10:00 PM8:00 AM - 10:00 PM10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM8:00 AM - 5:00 PM10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

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

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In-Person Semester Break Hours

The Mercer University Libraries will modify our hours for the semester break beginning Thursday, July 28 through Sunday, August 21.

Swilley Library

  • Sunday – CLOSED
  • Monday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday – CLOSED
24/7 spaces will be available.

Tarver Library*

  • Sunday – CLOSED
  • Monday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday – CLOSED
*Tarver Library and 24/7 spaces will close for HVAC maintenance Wednesday, July 27 at 5:00 PM. The library and 24/7 spaces will reopen and be available again beginning 8/1 at 8:00 AM.

Douglas Center

  • Sunday – CLOSED
  • Monday – CLOSED
  • Tuesday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Henry Center

  • Sunday – CLOSED
  • Monday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday – 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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