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  • The Relationship Between University Presses & Libraries

    The Relationship Between University Presses & Libraries

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    Authored by UNG Press Intern Madelyn Huff | Banner Image “San Diego College Learning Resource – bookshelf” by Joe Crawford is licensed under CC-BY-2.0. Both university presses and libraries are committed to the promotion of scholarly research, the expansion of accessibility to new information, and the creation of this new…

  • University Presses in the United States: A Brief History

    University Presses in the United States: A Brief History

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    Definition and Overview of University Presses Before diving into the history of university presses in the United States, it is helpful to first understand what a university press does and how it differs from other publishing pathways. University presses reflect the values of their sponsoring institutions, while also shaping their…

  • Q&A with Gordon McNeer: Bilingual Poet, Professor, and Director of Valparaíso USA

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    In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dr. Gordon McNeer discusses his experiences writing and translating English and Spanish poetry, his role as the director of the bilingual poetry press Valparaíso Editions USA, and the importance of poetry in beginner Spanish classes.

  • 13 Must-Read Asian American and Pacific Islander Books

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    Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these stories by AAPI authors who have shaped the culture and history of America.

  • 13 Books that Help You Help the Earth

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    Earth Day is a day dedicated to the perennial global movement for change to make the world healthier and more sustainable for all. Celebrate Earth Day by reading about our great planet!

  • 5 Books for St. Patrick’s Day

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    Here are five great reads to help you get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit.

  • 5 Books to Read for the Chinese New Year

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    Immerse yourself in Chinese and Chinese American culture in celebration of the Chinese New Year!

  • Juneteenth

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    Juneteenth commemorates the last day slavery existed in the U.S. Learn more about this holiday created by freemen and freewomen.