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“Here to Stay”—An Exploration of Pittsburgh’s Architectural History

The Carnegie Mellon University Architecture Archives exhibition, “Here to Stay: Celebrating 40 Years at the Architecture Archives 1984-2024,” celebrates the 40th anniversary of the archives, which was founded to create, conserve, and promote the rich history of Pittsburgh’s buildings and tell part of the story of this dynamic city.

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Peace Garden Project Transforms Hunt Library Outdoor Space

Alumnus, professor and former Head of the School of Architecture Stephen Lee, a seasoned educator and leader in architectural design and realization, has been inspiring students through hands-on, practical projects that bring their designs to life. This spring, the Design/Build Studio at the School of Architecture continued developing its Peace Garden Project, an initiative that encompasses both architectural innovation and sustainable design.

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Siddiqui Receives Udall Scholarship

Aleena Siddiqui, a rising junior with a double major in materials science and engineering and environmental and sustainability studies, has received the 2024 Udall Scholar award, which recognizes future leaders in environmental, Tribal public policy, and health care fields.

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Tony Award-Winning Alumni

To date, Carnegie Mellon University alumni have won 60 Tony Awards, with CMU's School of Drama consistently ranked as one of the top drama schools internationally. Tune in June 16th to see who wins at the 77th Annual Tony Awards.

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“The Four Shakespeare Folios, 1623–2023: Copy, Print, Paper, Type” Book Launch Photo Gallery

Multiple contributors to “The Four Shakespeare Folios, 1623–2023: Copy, Print, Paper, Type” shared their expertise at an event to celebrate the book’s launch on May 30 at the Posner Center. The evening was a culmination of the year-long celebration of the 400th anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare’s First Folio.

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“An Evening with the Architecture Archives” Photo Gallery

Members of the Carnegie Mellon community and architecture enthusiasts from around Pittsburgh gathered in Hunt Library on May 23 to experience the Architecture Archives, as well as celebrate the opening of the University Libraries’ exhibition: “Here to Stay: Celebrating 40 Years at the Architecture Archives 1984-2024.”

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DEI Book Display: Technology & Ethics

This month's diversity display looks at technology, especially AI, from the social aspects lens. How can AI be designed, taught and implemented in a responsible way? Does this technology benefit all, or just a few? What should we be aware of with AI and any new technology, so that everyone is treated fairly by it? Enjoy this selection of books that try to answer some of these questions!

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Social Justice is Core to Sustainability Efforts at Carnegie Mellon

Many initiatives across Carnegie Mellon University show a commitment to sustainability when it comes to areas directly related to the environment. However, preserving and conserving natural resources are only part of the university’s Sustainability Initiative, based on a framework backed by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

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Welcome, Di Yoong, Social Sciences Librarian

Please join us in welcoming Di Yoong to the Carnegie Mellon University Libraries as Social Sciences Librarian. Prior to joining the Libraries, Di was a Digital Fellow with The Graduate Center Digital Initiatives and an Adjunct Lecturer at several CUNY colleges. We asked Di a few questions about themself and their plans for their new role.

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Interdisciplinary CMU Project Restores Access to Essential Humanities Resource

Before October 28, 2023, the University Libraries’ Curator of Special Collections Sam Lemley made frequent use of an online resource called the “English Short Title Catalogue” (ESTC) in his research. A key database for scholars like Lemley investigating English literature, bibliography, and the history of the book, the ESTC is a shared catalog devoted to books, serials, pamphlets, and ephemeral materials published between 1473 and 1800.