Galvin Library Archive

  • Galvin Library Holding Research Writing Series

    Galvin Library Holding Research Writing Series

    A series of workshops will be held throughout the fall semester, focusing on various aspects of research and research writing offerings. Each workshop is available both in person in the Galvin Library and online, and will take place from 12:15–1:15 p.m.

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  • Learn About Analog Calculators and Computers at Galvin Library

    Learn About Analog Calculators and Computers at Galvin Library

    Before the development of inexpensive electronic calculators and personal computers in the 1970s and '80s, various types of mechanical analog calculators were in widespread use. These included numerical tables, nomograms (a graphical method of solving complex equations), abacuses, adding machines, and slide rules. This presentation will briefly discuss the history of mechanical analog devices and demonstrate the use of nomograms and slide rules.

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  • Celebrate Constitution Day Quiz in the Library

    Celebrate Constitution Day Quiz in the Library

    Every September 17 is Constitution and Citizenship Day in the United States. Celebrate with the Galvin Library by picking up a free Pocket Constitution (while supplies last).

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  • Create Your Own Pronoun Pin-Making at Galvin Library

    Create Your Own Pronoun Pin-Making at Galvin Library

    Galvin Library, in partnership with Illinois Tech's DEI's LGBTQIA2+ Subcommittee, is hosting a pronoun pin-making event. Join us and create a pin with your pronouns, or design a pronunciation pin for your name.

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  • Galvin Library Holding Open House on Friday, August 18

    Galvin Library Holding Open House on Friday, August 18

    Join us for the Galvin Library Open House on Friday, August 18, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event includes a tour of the library, an opportunity to make a pronoun pin, and a library mystery game.

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  • Library Mystery Game to Be Held at Galvin Library

    Library Mystery Game to Be Held at Galvin Library

    Work as a team to solve puzzles and crack clues in 40 minutes to win exciting prizes in a fun mystery game August 18 or 25 or September 1 at Galvin Library. There are limited spots, so reserve yours ASAP

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  • Join Bronzeville Pride Walk on Tuesday, June 20

    Join Bronzeville Pride Walk on Tuesday, June 20

    Please join Mindy Pugh, archivist at Galvin Library, and the Illinois Tech LGBTQIA2+ subcommittee of the DEI Committee in a historical tour of the former queer heart of the City of Chicago, Bronzeville. The walk will begin at the Galvin Tower at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 20.

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  • A Few Seats Remain for ‘A Closer Look at the Million Dollar Sermon’

    A Few Seats Remain for ‘A Closer Look at the Million Dollar Sermon’

    Join the Paul V. Galvin Library for A Closer Look at the Million Dollar Sermon, a PowerPoint presentation with accompanying live narration by the University Archivist and Campus Historian Mindy Pugh, anchored on documentary evidence about the Rev. Frank Gunsaulus’ sermon and the founding of the Armour Institute of Technology (and by extension, Illinois Tech). It seeks to inform the present university community about what is known—and what might never be known—about a sermon whose impact is undoubted but which also merits further investigation.

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  • Get Ready for Finals at Galvin Library

    Get Ready for Finals at Galvin Library

    Galvin Library will be open 24 hours for 12 days beginning Sunday, April 23, at 1 p.m. until Friday, May 5, at 7 p.m. Our staff will be available to assist you at all hours of operation. We offer study support and de-stress activities to help you prepare for finals, including writing tutoring services, therapy dogs, the Wellness Lounge and coffee in the evenings.

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  • Galvin Library Hiring for Federal Work Study Student Positions

    Galvin Library Hiring for Federal Work Study Student Positions

    A number of Federal Work Study (FWS) student positions are open for Fall 2023, and the library is seeking candidates who are interested in a variety of work tasks and environments. Positions are available to provide research help, work the main circulation desk, or support the course reserves and interlibrary loan departments.

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