This month’s selections highlight stories of resilience, creativity, and identity—examining historical milestones, individual achievements, and the evolving American Jewish experience. Engage with these works to deepen your understanding of a community whose influence continues to resonate across generations and disciplines.
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April is Arab American Heritage Month, a time to recognize the rich cultural, linguistic, and historical contributions of Arab Americans. The term Arab refers to a shared language and cultural identity, encompassing a diverse range of communities across 22 countries in the Middle East and North Africa.
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Women's History Month is an annual observance that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Celebrated during March in the United States, it corresponds with International Women's Day on March 8.
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On Wednesday, January 29, more than 75 members of the CMU community gathered at Hunt Library to celebrate the first day of the Lunar New Year. Attendees kicked off the Year of the Snake with traditional Lunar New Year activities, including fortune telling, Chinese zodiac animal hand puppets, origami, and enjoying dumplings and other treats. Everyone who attended also received a lucky red envelope, which symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
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February is Black History month, where the focus is on the experiences and history of African Americans, both as a whole and as individuals. Celebrating a rich cultural heritage, it is an opportunity to spotlight the achievements that African Americans have accomplished in this country, despite the long and continuing history of racism and oppression. Enjoy these ebooks and streaming films and be sure to check out the rotating display of physical books and videos in the main lobby of Hunt Library!
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On November 18, the University Libraries and Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer Wanda Heading-Grant hosted "Heading to the Point: AI for All." The event featured a discussion with two experts leading the push to ensure the responsible development of artificial intelligence: Renée Cummings, Assistant Professor of the Practice in Data Science at the University of Virginia, and Associate Dean for Digital Infrastructure Sayeed Choudhury. A recording of the event is now available.
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With finals and winter break near, this month's diversity display will take a look at Winter Holidays. Books and videos selected are on the light and informative side, while the e-book selection also contains some children's books and craft ideas. So relax, destress and maybe even learn some basics about a holiday you are unfamiliar with. So take a look!
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This November, the Diversity Book Display's theme will be Indigenous Americas. This term refers to those who inhabited the Americas before European colonization in the 15th century.
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This month, learn not only about policies towards immigrants, migrants and refugees over the centuries, but also about the people who have made this place their home and impacted the cultural fabric of the country.
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The 2024-2025 Sustainability Initiative team welcomes back interns Purva Bommireddy, Cristina Goeller, and Aleena Siddiqui, who will focus on three priorities this year.
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