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The Peoples of the First Thanksgiving

holidays, native americans November 20, 2023 Library Resources, Matt Dilworth, Uncategorized mdilwort

Thanksgiving commemorates one of the most durable early alliances crafted between indigenous American tribes and European settlers. Intertribal Chief Massasoit of the Wampanoag (Pokanoket) and Governor William Bradford of the Plymouth settlers adopted this historic peace treaty in 1621. By 1620, Massasoit’s confederation was imperiled by the larger and stronger Narragansett tribe; and had suffered significant losses from an unknown disease (almost certainly Smallpox). At the same time, the Plymouth colony had lost half of their members due to starvation and new diseases, as well. Both consulted their religious advisors, interpreting the deaths as a supernatural punishment, but neither saw clear spiritual signs as to a course of action. Massasoit sent Samoset to feel out the intentions of the pilgrims, … Continued

Breaking the Silence: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

gender, local information, safety, sexual assault October 2, 2023 Jesse Whitton, outreach mdilwort

Domestic Violence Awareness Month, observed every October, serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need to address one of society’s less talked about issues. This month-long campaign promotes awareness about domestic violence, providing a platform for survivors, advocates, and communities to come together and raise their voices against abuse. The IU East Campus Library has many resources, including the Domestic & Sexual Assault Violence Resource Guide to help you learn about domestic and sexual assault and resources available to help those who have been affected. Domestic violence has no boundaries when it comes to age, race, gender, and socioeconomic status. It can happen to anyone. “Nearly 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men in the US have … Continued

Look, Up In the Sky

astronomy, eclipse, science September 11, 2023 Library Resources, Matt Dilworth mdilwort

This year, eclipses are major news. On October 14th there will be an annular eclipse (that is, one where the moon is too far away to completely block out the sun, and you can still see the outer ring of it). On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be happening. For about four minutes, the sun will be completely blotted out of the sky, and only the solar corona will be visible. Many events are being planned locally around the eclipses, and special filtered glasses that allow people to look directly at them without damaging their eyes will be available from several organizations in our region, including IU East and the Morrisson-Reeves Public Library. Eclipses are academically important … Continued

More than words: DEI in action

diversity, hispanic, multicultural September 4, 2023 Frances Yates, Library Resources mdilwort

The IU East Campus Library Diversity Statement is more than words on a website. We strive to adhere to the spirit as well as daily actions for what it represents. “The Indiana University East Campus Library recognizes the value of all individuals and strives to engage and include the full diversity of the IU East community without regard for any personal characteristic, belief, experience, or learning style. The library will champion equitable access to information and tear down barriers to learning while fostering an environment of inclusivity, mutual support, and understanding that highlights the richness and contributions made by every individual.” The Campus Library team proactively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through intentional collection development of research and educational resources … Continued

Firsthand Information

primary sources, writing July 24, 2023 Library Resources, Matt Dilworth mdilwort

In research, it is always a good idea to examine the primary sources, and not trust another author to act as an intermediary. Firsthand, contemporaneous accounts of anything that happens – a historic event, a scientific experiment, the minutia of day-to-day life – are irreplaceable for historians decades or even centuries later. Their existence allows later researchers to strip away the layers of exaggeration, dimming memory, hagiography, or demonization that can build up on stories told and retold over time. Primary sources are those created by the participants in the events that are described. These can be diaries and journals, letters and legal contracts, even blogs and emails. The library offers numerous databases focused on primary source material from a … Continued