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Aug 2021
The Sleeping Giant Awakens  Education for Extinction: American Indians and the Boarding School Experience, 1875-1928 Objects of Survivance: A Material History of the American Indian School Experience

Boarding Schools: A Genocidal…

Curated by: Orlando Archibeque

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The Sleeping Giant Awakens

Boarding Schools: A Genocidal Tool | Aug 2021

Curated by: Orlando Archibeque

Heartbreaking reports of unmarked graves of children in Canadian boarding schools have been in the news lately. The remains of some of these children have been

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Jun 2021
The Transatlantic Sixties Summer of Love A Hard Rain

If You're Going to San…

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

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The Transatlantic Sixties

If You're Going to San Francisco... | Jun 2021

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

Explore the "Summer of Love" in 1967, as young people gathered in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury. Dive into the spirit of the era and other significant 1960s

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May 2021
Golden Gulag Are Prisons Obsolete? Visions of Abolition

What is Abolition?

Curated by: Shea Swauger

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Golden Gulag

What is Abolition? | May 2021

Curated by: Shea Swauger

Explore the concept of abolition by engaging with activists and scholars. It's discussed both as a serious policy and at times as a scare tactic.

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Apr 2021
Natural Capital and Exploitation of the Deep Ocean The Ocean Reader : History, Culture, Politics Microbial Ecology of the Oceans

Ocean History and Happenings

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Natural Capital and Exploitation of the Deep Ocean

Ocean History and Happenings | Apr 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Oceans are home to an abundance of life; even more life than exists on dry land! Discover the long history of our oceans and the events that have happened

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Mar 2021
The Butterfly Effect Eat the Beetles Insect Immunology

The Ants Go Marching One by…

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

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The Butterfly Effect

The Ants Go Marching One by One... | Mar 2021

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

March is here and spring is springing up which means the return of many insects. Insects are the most diverse group of animals with more than a million

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Mar 2021
Exploring Raspberry Pi Ten Great Ideas About Chance Math Makers

Mathematics and Computer…

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Exploring Raspberry Pi

Mathematics and Computer Science | Mar 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Explore the world of Unity, Linux, and Raspberry Pi with this months Discover New Books on mathematics and Computer Science!

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Feb 2021
Condor The Queen (Stephen Frears) Notorious (Alfred Hitchcock)

Behind the Scenes of...

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Condor

Behind the Scenes of... | Feb 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

The world of cinema offers much more than what first meets the eye. The Behind the Scenes of TV shows and movies provides an historical and analytical look

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Feb 2021
A Glorious Liberty The Color of Law Advocates of Freedom

Black History Month 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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A Glorious Liberty

Black History Month 2021 | Feb 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Read about the trials, tribulations, and celebrations of Black History in this month's Discover New Books.

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Jan 2021
The 50 Healthiest Habits and Lifestyle Changes Moving the Needle Mindfulness Pocketbook

New Year: Make it Work for You

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

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The 50 Healthiest Habits and Lifestyle Changes

New Year: Make it Work for You | Jan 2021

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

Embrace the new year with goals and exploration! Whether it's a new hobby, fitness, learning, or reconnecting, Auraria Library has resources to support

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Jan 2021
Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey From World War II to Peace Making History Jewish A Dark History of Tea

Look Back in Time

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey From World War II to Peace

Look Back in Time | Jan 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

See ancient architecture, study roman battle formations and read the stories of revolutionary people in our January Discover New books!

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Dec 2020
From Aardvarks to Zooxanthellae Hosts and Guests: Poems House of Sugar, House of Stone

Pressing Pause with Poetry

Curated by: Laney Jones, Indiana Mezta

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From Aardvarks to Zooxanthellae

Pressing Pause with Poetry | Dec 2020

Curated by: Laney Jones, Indiana Mezta

Escape the chaos of 2020 with "Pressing Pause with Poetry." Amid a year of unprecedented events, explore the world of poetry through online resources

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Dec 2020
How to Write a BA Thesis Write No Matter What: Advice for Academics Learning by Heart

Learning Techniques

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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How to Write a BA Thesis

Learning Techniques | Dec 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Ready for finals? Here are some resources on studying and learning techniques from our Discover New Books that can help you go the extra mile! 

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Nov 2020
Data Versus Democracy Weapons of Math Destruction Algorithms of Oppression

Algorithmic Bias

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta, Matthew Mariner

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Data Versus Democracy

Algorithmic Bias | Nov 2020

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta, Matthew Mariner

Uncover the biases in seemingly objective algorithms like Google search. Staff picks at Auraria Library delve into the societal impact and potential harms

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Oct 2020
The Politics of Voter Suppression Voting the Gender Gap The Hidden History of the War on Voting

Voting and Civic Engagement

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

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The Politics of Voter Suppression

Voting and Civic Engagement | Oct 2020

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

Civic engagement means working to make a difference in the civic life of our communities and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values,

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Sep 2020
Ninja Plants Where the Water Goes The Earth in Her Hands

Exploring Nature

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Ninja Plants

Exploring Nature | Sep 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Surround yourself with gorgeous greenery without even going outside with books about plants and the environment from our August Discover New picks!

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Sep 2020
Malcolm X: A Biography A Duty to Resist To Shape a New World

Protest Movements

Curated by: Shea Swauger, Gayle Bradbeer

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Malcolm X: A Biography

Protest Movements | Sep 2020

Curated by: Shea Swauger, Gayle Bradbeer

Protest movements in the US are behind some of the most significant social, political, and legal changes since the country was founded.

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Aug 2020
Whose Streets? Do Not Resist Chokehold : Policing Black Men

Police and Criminal Justice…

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli, Kelly A. McCusker, Orlando Archibeque

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Whose Streets?

Police and Criminal Justice Reform | Aug 2020

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli, Kelly A. McCusker, Orlando Archibeque

How racism impacts the U.S., this month we are highlighting materials about the U.S. criminal justice system, and in particular police violence, mass

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Jun 2020
How to Be an Antiracist Color of Law Stamped from the Beginning

Anti-Racism Resource…

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli

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How to Be an Antiracist

Anti-Racism Resource Highlights | Jun 2020

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli

Auraria Library is proud to state that we have always provided resources on the history and impact of racism in our country.

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Jun 2020
Terrorizing Gender Criminal Love? Queer Social Work

Pride Month 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Terrorizing Gender

Pride Month 2020 | Jun 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Celebrate Pride Month 2020 with books about gender, sexuality, and more! 

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May 2020
Bicycle Thieves Bicycle Design Bicycling for Transportation

Bicycles!

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta

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Bicycle Thieves

Bicycles! | May 2020

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta

Celebrate National Bicycle Month by enjoying solo bike rides or exploring information about bikes. Discover resources for both activities!

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Apr 2020
Claude Monet: Fields in Spring The Thinking Space The Private Lives of the Impressionists

Impressionism

Curated by: Callie Cherry, Indiana Mezta

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Claude Monet: Fields in Spring

Impressionism | Apr 2020

Curated by: Callie Cherry, Indiana Mezta

Explore the transformative Impressionist art movement. From nature to dance, delve into their impact on how we perceive colors, fashion, and more.

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Mar 2020
Dear America Forbidden We ARE Americans

The Undocumented Student…

Curated by: Katy DiVittorio , Indiana Mezta, Sommer Browning

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Dear America

The Undocumented Student Experience | Mar 2020

Curated by: Katy DiVittorio , Indiana Mezta, Sommer Browning

This month of March, Auraria Library is highlighting books and videos available through the Library that explore the lives of undocumented students.

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Mar 2020
The Philosophy of Rhythm: Aesthetics, Music, Poetics Music, Art, and Performance From Liszt to Riot Grrrl: The Musicalization of Art Postmodern Music, Postmodern Listening

Music In Our Schools Month

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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The Philosophy of Rhythm: Aesthetics, Music, Poetics

Music In Our Schools Month | Mar 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Read about the history of music and listen to it, with our Discover New picks for Music in Our Schools Month!

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Feb 2020
Contemporary Plays Cover The Oberon Book of Comic Monologues for Women 100 Plays for the First Hundred Days

The Play’s the Thing

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

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Contemporary Plays Cover

The Play’s the Thing | Feb 2020

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

The Library has videos featuring filmed play productions as well as play scripts and monologues available in print and online. See below for online collections

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Jan 2020
Dictionary of New Ideas Encyclopedia of Latino Culture: From Calaveras to Quinceañeras  Folklore: An Encyclopedia of Beliefs, Customs, Tales, Music, and Art.

Get a Grip on Your Topic

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

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Dictionary of New Ideas

Get a Grip on Your Topic | Jan 2020

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

Welcome to Spring Semester! Just as flowers will very soon bloom, research papers and presentations will soon come due. Here are tips to make the experience of

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Jan 2020
3D Animation for the Raw Beginner Using Autodesk Maya Great Cities Through Travellers' Eyes I've Loved You Since Forever

Achieve Resolutions

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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3D Animation for the Raw Beginner Using Autodesk Maya

Achieve Resolutions | Jan 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Tackle all of your resolutions with our Discover New books picked to help you to achieve your resolutions more easily!

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Dec 2019
The Contemporary Tea House A Time for Tea The Artful Teapot

Tea Time

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

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The Contemporary Tea House

Tea Time | Dec 2019

Curated by: Ellen Metter, Indiana Mezta

Tea is entwined with history, politics, art, literature, and culture. Here’s hoping it helps you stay toasty over semester break.

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