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News and Events
Writing Center Now In Library
The Writing Center is now located in the Collaboration Commons on the third floor of Booth Library! Conveniently located next to the Research Help Desk, students can easily collaborate with reference librarians. Writing Center consultants are available to meet in-person at the library during the times posted below: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday:10 am–9 pm Wednesday […]
Read full storyBooth Library adds over 4000 items to its collections in September
Booth Library has been continuing to add new resources to our collection. During September, the library added 350 physical items (books, DVDs, government documents, archival resources, and more) and 3655 electronic resources (including ebooks, ejournals, digital audiobooks, EIU student theses, and streaming videos). Please find the lists of new items at the links below. Individual […]
Read full storyPanther Tracks: Student Life and Scholarship
This collection highlights student life at EIU, including research papers, student-led publications the Daily Eastern News and The Warbler yearbook, and image galleries of events sponsored by Registered Student Organizations, Greek fraternities & sororities, Residence Hall Associations, and Living & Learning Communities.
Mon, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Collaboration Commons
It's no fun to study by yourself! Join us to study in community, making new friends and finding help where you need it. Librarians, Writing Center Tutors and Student Success Advisors will be ready to help. And we didn't forget; snacks provided! See you in the Collaboration Commons, 3rd floor! Thanks to the Black Student Union for their additional sponsorship.
Mon, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
CSI Podcasting Studio, Booth 1226
Learn how to use our sound equipment to basic audio manipulation!
Tue, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The library is here for all our students! Join the LAB to make sure the library is exactly what you want! Meetings are every Tuesday from 6-7pm. All are welcome!
Wed, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Get those costumes and candy buckets ready! Join the LAB to trick or treat around Booth Library. Answer a couple of questions for some extra special treats! You might even see the ghost of Ms. Booth if you lucky.
Thu, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Creative Reality Studio, Booth 1116
Learn how to use a green screen from arranging lighting to taking pictures!
Mon, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Collaboration Commons
It's no fun to study by yourself! Join us to study in community, making new friends and finding help where you need it. Librarians, Writing Center Tutors and Student Success Advisors will be ready to help. And we didn't forget; snacks provided! See you in the Collaboration Commons, 3rd floor!
