Monthly Archives: February 2017

“Meet Ya” Guide to Arch Madness 2017 for the Sweet 16:

Posted on February 24, 2017 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. *Item descriptions written by Deanna Engler, library associate of University Archives and Special Collections. As a reminder, Arch Madness begins next Monday, February 27th and ends … Continue reading →

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Have you heard about “Arch Madness”?

Posted on February 22, 2017 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. To celebrate March Madness, the University Archives and Special Collections wants to know what you think is the coolest artifact in the archives. During the month … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Black History Month: W.C. Handy

Posted on February 17, 2017 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. Did you know the Tri-State area played a huge part in the history of blues music? Considered “The Father of the American Blues”, W.C. Hardy came … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Black History Month: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on February 13, 2017 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. These two letters have a long history: it was discovered by a student in History 323, Introduction to Archival Practice. Course instructor, Jennifer Greene, reference and … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Black History Month: Dr. Charles Rochelle

Posted on February 9, 2017 by David L. Rice Library

*Post written by James Wethington, library assistant of the University Archives and Special Collections. In honor of Black History Month, we are going to show case prominent African-American who have done amazing work here in Evansville. Over the next few … Continue reading →

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