“The submissions for the 5th annual Kentucky Literary Awards were quite good, particularly in the non-fiction category,” said Jonathan Jeffrey, chairman of the selection committee. “I applaud our judges for work well done; the quality of all the honored works is outstanding.”
For more information about the Kentucky Literary Award guidelines, see www.sokybookfest.org.
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The 2007 Southern Kentucky Book Fest, which took place April 20 through 21, was a great success! The book fest partners, volunteers and everyone directly and indirectly involved have done a tremendous job in the organization and management of Book Fest! Nearly 200 authors and thousands of community members participated in the event.
Photos of the event will be published as they become available. For now, you may revisit the Children’s Day (Friday), the Authors Reception/Kentucky Literary Award Announcement in the evening of the same day and the Kentucky Writers Conference.
Come to this page often to see more photos as we update it.
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On April 18, the faculty members of the Department of Library Public Services had its meeting at the Glasgow Campus. Having one of its faculty meetings at the campus has been the department’s tradition. All were thankful to Kath and his team at the Glasgow Campus Library for their hospitality. Before the meeting, some of the faculty had lunch at the relocated Bolton’s House restaurant. Here’s a small album of selected photos of the event.
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The 2007 Graduating Senior Art Exhibit will convene at Kentucky Library & Museum from April 19 through May 11.
Works from more than 30 graduating art students will be on display, including: paintings, watercolors, works on paper, fiber arts, ceramics and sculptures.
Some items will be for sale. For more information on purchasing items in exhibit, please contact the Art Department at (270) 745-6568.
To view complete news release visit: www.wku.edu/news/releases07/april/art.html.
WKU Philosophy and Religion Professor Shannon Schaffer gave a lecture on Israel at Barnes & Noble Booksellers at Campbell Lane, Bowling Green, KY on the evening of April 12, 2007. This lecture is part of the Faraway Places international lecture series sponsored by the WKU Libraries. Nearly sixty attendees were present. They include WKU faculty and students as well as Bowling Green community members.
If you missed the event, you may view an album of selected photos. You may also listen to the lecture on your computer or subscribe to the podcast to listen on the go.
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“The University annually recognizes outstanding contributions by faculty members in the areas of Teaching, Research/Creativity, Public Service, and Student Advisement.” Roxanne Spencer and Bryan Carson from the WKU Libraries’ Public Services have been selected by each of the colleges for the Research/Creativity and Public Service Awards this year. They are also the finalists for the university-wide awards, which will be announced at Commencement. A reception was given in honor of the award recipients campus wide in the Student Success Center.
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University Libraries’ DVD collection has become one of our most dynamic, growing in size and popularity from 
the moment we began collecting them. From timeless classics to the latest cutting-edge independents and from the finest international films to acclaimed documentaries, a look at our top ten list confirms that we have something for everyone. Here are the most popular (highest cumulative circulation) titles:
Dan Forrest
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Walking up and down the hill, have you ever be curious about the log house next to the Kentucky Library and Museum?
Please join us this Saturday, April 14 9:00-10:00 a.m. for our free monthly Morning at the Museum program and step back into 1815 with open hearth cooking, spinning, candle rolling and much more!
Day campers enjoyed listening to music, tasting the food and creating art works inspired by the culture of other countries. Art activities included painting and mask making.
Check out photos from this camp.
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On April 6, 2007, Libraries’ Kentucky Live! program presented Kristin Johannsen, author of Ginseng Dreams: The Secret World of America’s Most Valuable Plant at Barnes & Noble Booksellers. She talked about ginseng’s growth in America, particularly in Kentucky, and its trade with China and Asia in history and at present.
If you missed the presentation, you can listen to her lecture or subscribe to the podcast and listen on the go. At the same time, you may also view photos of the event.
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