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Looking for your next great read? Our library staff have chosen some of their personal favorites for this special display! From beloved classics to hidden gems and everything in between, these are the books our staff love - and think you might love, too. Stop by and borrow one from our hearts! Now on display at Michener Library!

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In the background is a photo of books on library shelves. In the foreground is a purple box with hearts in the top-right and bottom-left corners. The text in the box reads, "Borrowed from our hearts. Looking for your next great read or watch? Start with the favorites of the people who work here!" In the bottom-right corner is a pink box with a yellow thumb tack in the corner. The text reads, "On display at Michener Library!"
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"The Dog Days of Summer," a collection of stories set in the summertime, will be on display in Michener Library during the Month of August. All materials will be available for checkout.

Did you know that the phrase "dog days of summer" is a reference to being able to see Sirius (part of Canis Major) in the sky in July and August. Ancient cultures are said to have believed that it's combined light and heat added to the sun's rays, causing the sweltering temperatures.

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A dog wearing sunglasses lays in green grass next to the words, "Dog Days of Summer, a collection of stories set in the summer time. Now on Display."
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Having problems finding a specific movie on your favorite streaming service? Check out our DVD collection! We have over 10,000 DVDs spanning a wide range of genres, including hard-to-find titles like All That Jazz, Heavenly Creatures, Pink Flamingos, Legend (1985), and Wag the Dog.

No DVD player? We have you covered - we check those out, too!

Look up your favorite movie in our catalog (link in bio), then stop by Michener Library to check it out.

Our general application deadline has been extended!

Interested in working for the University Libraries? Now's your chance! We are still accepting applications for Fall employment.

Apply via Handshake at unco.joinhandshake.com and search for the job number 11010841.

Please note that we will only consider applicants who have work-study awards. We offer flexible schedules and $15.45 an hour.

Questions? Email us at [email protected] or message us through the portal in Handshake.

Already submitted an application to us? We'll reach out soon! Keep your eyes on your email!

Has your availability changed, or has your work-study award status or allocation changed? Please let us know!

It's not too late to fit in another summer read!

You have access to Libby a wide selection of fiction and nonfiction reads through the UNC Libraries. Just download the Libby app on your device, search UNC from the list of libraries, and then sign in using the same username and password you use for MyUNC. It's that simple!

Find a tutorial for how to add your UNC ID to Libby in the Tutorials Highlight on our Instagram page!

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A smartphone displaying the Libby app. The text next to the phone reads, "Libby is a digital library app that allows users to borrow and read eBooks and audiobooks from their local library's collection using their library card. You can use your UNC login to use Libby!"
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"Summer afternoon-- summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language." -Henry James

Summer afternoons are still going strong, so soak them in while you can before we see you more in August, Bears! If you're a Henry James fan, you can find works by him at Michener Library generally in the PS2120's.

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A swimming pool with a light concrete edge. A white UNC University Libraries logo appears at the top of the image. On the poolside are a water bottle, a white crocheted bag, and several oranges spilling from the bag. A quote appears in the pool water that reads, “Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” —Henry James. In the bottom-right corner, text inside an orange reads, “Find books by Henry James at Michener Library!”
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If there's one thing Coloradoans have long enjoyed in the summer, it's camping! This photograph is of Charles Rothwell, his mother Hattie, and another companion at their campsite in the woods (undated, but circa 1910s or 20s). Rothwell moved to the Black-owned agricultural settlement of Dearfield, CO at its founding in 1910. This photograph comes from the Paul Stewart papers (SC106), a collection of interviews, photographs, and other materials Stewart conducted with Black pioneers.

Learn more at UNC Archives and Special Collections (link in our bio)

Image description: A Black man and two women stand together in the woods next to a tent with car in the background.
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Are you ready for your first day of school, Bears?

When you have classes that use free Open Educational Resources (OER), you walk in prepared from day one — no waiting on a company to ship you a book, no last-minute bookstore runs, no surprise costs. Just instant, free access and a strong start.

Look up OER courses here at the OER link in our bio!

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A dark gray poster filled with playful school supplies such as notebooks, pencils, paint, a backpack, and a globe. They surround text that reads, "Are you ready for your first day?"
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We are currently hiring student employees to help with our new Innovation Den coming this Fall! Do you enjoy helping people learn new technology? Are you a UNC student with work study? Log in to Handshake and apply for the UNC Libraries Innovation Den Technician.

One week left to apply!

Interested in working for the University Libraries? Now's your chance! We are accepting applications for Fall employment until July 24th.

Apply via Handshake at unco.joinhandshake.com and search for the job number 11010841.

Please note that we will only consider applicants who have work-study awards. We offer flexible schedules and $15.45 an hour.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]